Amino acid hair straightening: features and technology

Every woman dreams of beautiful and well-groomed hair. Poor environmental conditions, poor food quality and the regular use of chemicals make the curls dry, brittle and lifeless. To quickly restore the hair structure and create a fashionable hairstyle, it is necessary to regularly use special cosmetic procedures. One of the unique developments that makes it possible to straighten and heal strands is amino acid hair straightening.

Amino acid hair straightening is a unique procedure that not only straightens strands, but also enriches them with amino acids, collagen and vitamins. Amino acids are the main component of keratin, the lack of which provokes the appearance of dry and brittle hair. This procedure is used to restore the most damaged hair, as well as to straighten curly and frizzy curls.

Excipients in this tool are lysine, cysteine, arginine, alanine and tyrosine. Cysteine ​​is involved in stretching sulfur bridges, lysine gives elasticity to curls and creates a protective sheath, arginine prevents moisture loss and fragility, alanine prevents discoloration of hair pigments, tyrosine slows down the chemical reaction in case of problems in the endocrine system.

The amino acid treatment has a positive effect on hair of different types and structures. It is shown in the following cases:

• curly hair type;
• frequent use of coloring and fixing chemicals;
• the presence of split ends and a fluff along the entire length of the curls;
• high fat content at the roots and dry ends;
• low moisture content.

The following factors influence the cost of this type of procedure:

• the length of the curls;
• the amount of hair;
• the density of the hairstyle.

Experts distinguish procedures, the effect of which has similar features to amino acid hair straightening:

• keratic straightening;
• biolamination;
• glazing;
• nanoplastics;
• shielding;
• botox.

Like any cosmetic procedure, hair straightening with amino acids has a number of advantages and disadvantages.

Advantages:

• normalization of the sebaceous glands;
• improving the structure of curls;
• smoothing curly strands;
• the ability to use several times a year;
• careful stretching of the disulfide bond;
• lack of weighting effect;
• preservation of the original volume;
• the possibility of self-application without the use of special tools;
• the presence of natural ingredients;
• the ability to apply to all types of hair;
• lack of formaldehyde and formalin;
• environmental Safety;
• ease of use;
• filling the hair shaft with moisture and nutrients;
• lack of a specific smell of chemicals;
• preservation of the original shade of the hair.

Disadvantages:

• high price range;
• duration of the procedure;
• lack of effect when straightening African curls and strands with glassy gray hair;
• inability to use on discolored curls.

It is strictly forbidden to carry out this procedure in the following cases:

• taking hormonal drugs;
• menopause;
• period;
• individual intolerance to the components;
• disruption of the endocrine system;
• age under 18;
• mechanical damage to the scalp;
• the presence of fungal diseases;
• the period of gestation and breastfeeding;
• the presence of henna and basma coloring pigment on the hair.

Specialty stores sell a variety of amino acid hair straightening products. Professional hairdressers identify several of the most popular brands.

• Brazilian Blowout - a unique preparation that contains essential oils of plants growing in South America. Advantages - the ability to apply to dyed and highlighted hair, as well as strands after a perm.

• Global Keratin - a product that contains keratin and collagen. Advantages - deep penetration of the drug and restoration of all hair layers.

• Coiffer - Brazilian product, which includes keratin obtained from sheep wool.

• Inoar - a popular product that has been holding leading positions in the rating of products with amino acids for more than 20 years. Advantages - the presence in the composition of keratin and panthenol, cocoa and jojoba butter, particles of white clay and wheat germ.

• Coffee - a bioprotein preparation that creates a protective film on the hair surface. The preparation is enriched with wheat and soy proteins, chili and oat extract, castor, palm and sesame oils, and panthenol.

• Jean Paul - a unique product consisting of a complex of amino acids and sugar. Advantages - the creation of a dense and straight structure without reducing the volume, no analogues.

• Honma tokyo - a product that contains only natural ingredients. Advantages - no preliminary hair cleaning with a special shampoo and no need to apply stabilizers.

• Let me - a popular drug, the active ingredient of which is baobab oil. Advantages - the absence of fragrances and formaldehydes, the ability to use at any age, deep hydration.

Before starting amino acid hair straightening you need to prepare a set of the following tools:

• a preparation with amino acids that matches the type of hair;
• barber cape or old towel;
• container for the composition;
• a special brush or foam sponge for applying the product;
• comb with a narrow handle;
• medical or plastic disposable gloves;
• clips for curls;
• hairdryer;
• curling iron.

To prevent the appearance of an allergic reaction to the components of the product, experts recommend a sensitivity test. The technology for performing this manipulation consists in applying a small amount of the composition for a short period of time to the inner side of the wrist. In the absence of redness, rash and itching, you can proceed with the procedure.

The technology for applying the amino acid composition consists of the following stages:

• cleansing head wash;
• even distribution of the composition along the entire length of the hair;
• drying curls after a set period of time after applying the drug;
• aligning curls with a curling iron.

Failure to follow the rules for using the drug can have a negative effect on the condition of the hair:

• hair straightening with a curling iron at high temperatures - the appearance of dry hair with split ends;
• strong tension of curls - deformation of the hair follicle and subsequent hair loss;
• covering the head with foil or a plastic bag - the appearance of porosity and fragility, as well as damage to the cuticle;
• applying a large amount of the drug for a long period of time - the appearance of the effect of oily and glued hair, as well as the possible occurrence of trichoptilosis.

Carrying out acid straightening of strands in beauty salons will take about three hours. To consolidate the result obtained, experts recommend carrying out the following procedure after 4 months.

If you cannot use the services of professional hairdressers, you can carry out this procedure yourself at home. Stages of work:

• shampooing with deep cleansing shampoo;
• removal of large amounts of moisture;
• dividing hair into the required number of strands;
• applying the composition to the hair starting from the back of the head;
• even distribution of the product over the entire length of the hair using a comb with rare teeth;
• maintaining a certain period of time specified in the instructions;
• removal of the product with a large amount of water without shampoo;
• applying fixative preparations for 10-15 minutes;
• repeated shampooing;
• final activities - drying and styling.

A huge number of positive reviews speaks of the popularity of the drug.

Clients of beauty salons who have used this hair straightening note the lasting positive effect of the procedure. Hair becomes healthy and well-groomed, fluffiness and fragility disappear. The indisputable advantage of amino acid straightening of strands is the absence of the need to use special care products.

The ease of use of the product makes it possible to take care of hair at home, and the content of natural preparations and the absence of a specific and pungent chemical smell makes it possible to use it for women at any age.

The presence of negative reviews about the procedure is associated with a violation of the technology for applying this product. When using the drug independently without first studying all the rules and subtleties, women notice a significant deterioration in the condition of the hair, the appearance of fragility and split ends, the effect of oily hair, and in rare cases the development of trichoptilosis.

Amino acid straightening of curls is an innovative development in the field of hair care. This procedure allows you to create the effect of long-term styling with simultaneous healing of the strands. The uniqueness of this hair straightening method is in the possibility of its use not only in beauty salons, but also at home.

For the procedure for amino acid hair straightening, see the following video.