Our hair is exposed to negative factors as much as the skin. They are the ones who feel the consequences of all our experiments. As a result, the hair becomes brittle, lose its shine and seem like dry straw. In such a situation, it seems that nothing can be done, and the former shine and beauty cannot be returned. But to grow hair, dreaming of well-groomed curls, is not the only way out. Desperate beauties keratin comes to the rescue. Reviews about him are good, and this contributes to the fact that the ladies decide on keratinization. But what is it? What is a procedure? Thermokeratin gets different reviews.
Is it right to go to the procedure based only on reviews and not realizing what kind of substance keratin is? Try to answer this question. Thermokeratin - what is it? Solving all problems or a temporary measure?
general information
Keratin is a natural component of hair. As a result of exposure to "chemistry", hot air during drying and other factors, natural keratin is destroyed. Hair becomes lifeless and brittle, lose their attractive appearance and pleasant shine. Thermokeratin can make up for this deficiency. Reviews of hairdressers boil down to the fact that in the vast majority of girls after the procedure, the hair looks much better. This is natural, since keratin, which is part of the complex for the procedure, penetrates the hair structure, smoothes the scales and envelops the hair shaft with a protective layer. It prevents the further destruction of keratin. Thanks to this, the hair begins to shine again and looks healthy and beautiful. The name "thermokeratin" comes from the mechanism of the procedure, which is carried out at an elevated temperature of the working material.
Who really needs this?
Reviews of girls who have tested the procedure may be a reason for going to the salon. However, it will be useful to know in advance who needs this procedure. So, keratinization returns a healthy and well-groomed appearance to hair damaged as a result of perm, dyeing using ammonia-containing paints, as well as curls that have lost their former shine due to frequent styling. After the procedure, hair saturated with keratin and amino acids becomes lively, soft and obedient. To maintain the achieved result, it is recommended to use the Estel Thermokeratin kit.
So the effect will last as long as possible.
Set Composition
The set is designed with all the features of the hair. Three-stage care ensures long-term preservation of the effect of the procedure.
Mask "Estelle thermokeratin", reviews of which are almost all positive, helps restore hair structure from the inside because keratin in its composition penetrates faster and better into the deeper layers of the hair shaft.
The thermal activator that starts the procedure is the second component of the kit. Due to the effect of temperature, keratin penetrates into the hair much faster, smoothes it inside and out, "sticking together" hair scales. Hair nutrition is restored, scales are smoothed, cut ends are connected back. It is due to this that the natural shine and silkiness of curls are achieved.
The final stage of the procedure is the use of keratin water. It moisturizes the hair, consolidates the effect of the procedure, further soldering the tips and giving hair elasticity.
If staining was performed in parallel with the procedure, then keratin water contributes to the long-term preservation of color.
Procedure result
The need for three-phase care is based on the ability of keratin to accumulate in the hair, optimally integrating into it. Using all three components of the kit guarantees your hair:
- color fixation;
- hydration;
- increase in elasticity;
- UV protection;
- protection against high temperatures;
- smoothing naughty curls;
- antistatic effect;
- "bonding" of split ends.
This is not all that Estel does. Shielding thermokeratin also provides. In particular, due to the protective layer on the surface of the hair, it becomes less susceptible to aggressive environmental factors. Girls vying with praise the resulting effect.
When can the procedure be carried out?
Thanks to the unique formula and innovative mechanism of action, keratinization can be carried out at different times, for example, immediately after dyeing the hair to fix the color. It also prevents fading, subsequent deformation and destruction of the hair. Carrying out the procedure in intervals after dyeing will prevent damage to the hair shaft during application and exposure to paint and coloring pigments. Unpainted hair can also be keratinized to enhance natural shine, softness and elasticity. After the salon procedure, to consolidate the effect and prolong the action of keratin, it is recommended to do everything at home.
Due to the fact that keratin accumulates in the hair, this will significantly extend the effect.
Shielding as a way to protect hair
Shielding is a relatively new service that is provided in the salons. Products for these purposes are produced by the domestic manufacturer Estelle.
Shielding (thermokeratin) affects not only the outer part of the hair, as, for example, lamination. The main difference is that when shielded, the hair is protected from the inside, receiving additional nutrients. Due to the high activity of the components included in the shielding coating, they penetrate into the core of the rod. Some hairdressers say that maximum results can be achieved while shielding and laminating.
Effect duration
The duration of the protective coating can vary from a week to a month. It all depends on how damaged the hair is, and on the frequency of shampooing. Each time, the protective film will thin out, so the effect will last longer if you continue to take care of your hair at home after visiting the salon. Damaged, weak and dull curls very quickly absorb substances that are part of the shielding, in particular if thermokeratin was used for this. That is, the worse the state of hair, the faster the effect will disappear. Thermokeratin for hair, reviews of which note the absence of a health risk, is true. The procedure is non-traumatic, so you can repeat it as many times as you like.
As long as the effect remains on the hair, the color after dyeing will not fade.
Series Composition
Many active natural ingredients that make up hair care products provide a lasting effect and care. For example, soy protein restores hair from the inside, and amino acids increase resistance to environmental factors. Components of plant origin - an additional source of nutrition that helps restore metabolic processes. If they do not flow correctly, the hair dims and falls out. The penetration of substances into the hair occurs due to ceramides, accelerating the transplantation of active components into the hair structure. The procedure can be done not only in the salon, but also at home. Below we consider the mechanism of its implementation.
Stage 1: preparation
Thermokeratin, reviews of which can form an opinion about the procedure as a panacea, is rather a preventive measure, and not a cure for all problems. If the hair falls out and dandruff overcomes, then first you need to cure the main problem. Keratinization and shielding only keep the hair in good condition, and do not remove all problems. Despite the fact that the procedure can help "glue" split ends, it is better to cut them all the same.
The protective film will sooner or later disappear, and split ends will return to their original state. Wash your hair before the procedure. The ideal option is a shampoo that comes with the kit. Next, we use a balm for deep nutrition, and after it we apply a mask and keep it on our hair for about 10 minutes to achieve the best effect. Is it possible to do without this stage? It is possible, but it provides a longer duration of the procedure.
Stage 2: application of thermokeratin and activator
The hair is slightly dried, and then a means for the procedure is applied to them. It can be either color or colorless. In the first case, think about how to prevent staining of the skin. The solution to the problem is a greasy cream that is applied along the hairline. Remember that the product should never be applied to the roots. Therefore, in the cabin and at home, a retreat by a centimeter is made.
After applying keratin, a thermal activator is used.
Stage 3: flushing
Means "Estel thermokeratin", reviews of which indicate the duration of the procedure, after application, is kept for some time on the hair, and then washed off. It is best to use running water at a comfortable temperature. It should not be too cold or hot. Rinse off the composition several times better. As a result, a light weightless film will remain on the hair, and the product will be completely washed off.
Stage 4: consolidation
The last step is fixing. The washed hair is dried with a hot hairdryer, and then a tool is applied to them to fix the effect of the procedure and hot drying is repeated.
Now the procedure is complete.
Minuses
"Estel Thermokeratin" (reviews and the effect of the application we reviewed above) has some disadvantages. The opinions of girls who have tested the salon procedure or conducted it at home include information that not everything is as good as it might seem. For example, hair has to be washed more often. The reason is that the keratin protective film collects dust, and sebum on it is much more noticeable. As a result, the hair quickly begins to seem dirty and untidy. Normal washing solves this problem.
Due to the fact that keratin makes hair heavier, the load on the bulb increases, which can cause increased loss. Not all substances that make up the product are natural. Therefore, before the procedure, you need to check whether any of the components causes allergies. A careful study of the composition and a preliminary test will help to avoid this problem. Keratin is a natural substance, but it is rapidly destroyed by the action of water. Therefore, winter and autumn with high humidity are not suitable for the procedure, because the effect will quickly disappear, and you will have to visit the salon again.
Appeal to specialists
Due to the fact that thermokeratinization is a complicated procedure, many people prefer to carry it out in the salon rather than at home. This is justified, as the master can make it at the highest level. All will have to spend two hours and pay from two thousand rubles.
The hairdresser will wash the hair first, even if the head is clean. Professional shampoos not only completely remove sebum and styling residues, but also nourish the hair from the roots to the ends. Next, a keratin composition and a thermal activator are applied. Thanks to this, keratin penetrates deeper into the hair, restoring it from the inside. The composition is applied along the entire length, it is necessary to retreat from the skin by 10-15 mm.
In the end, after washing off the composition, the hairdresser holds an ironing on each strand. This is done not only to straighten, but also to better connect keratin to the hair and smooth the flakes on the surface. The Estel Thermokeratin procedure, reviews of which are mostly enthusiastic, is more effective when exposed to high temperature.
After the master finishes work, it is strictly forbidden to wash your hair in the first three days. To maintain the shape of the hairstyle, it is recommended to avoid changing the parting while the keratin film remains on the hair. It is recommended to use shampoos and balms of a special series. Subject to these conditions, the effect of the "Estelle thermokeratin" procedure (reviews, price - all of which are discussed above) will last quite a long time.