The keratin treatments smooth, shine and make your hair more manageable. “But the biggest thing is that it’s not a salon treatment. Your hair care at home and products are also important, as well as how you treat your hair regularly.
Treated hair can feel dry and harsh if you use the wrong kind of shampoo, wash it too often or subject it to too much heat. With the right shampoo, hair mask and serum you can keep them looking smooth and healthy…
Full aftercare protocol for keratin treated hair.
Why does keratin treated hair require special care?
Chemically and professionally they change the texture and appearance of your hair. After service, your hair needs gentle cleansing, frequent nourishment and protection from environmental damage.
A good keratin aftercare program can:
• Maintain a tidy manageable look
• Controls dryness and frizz
• Protect hair from humidity
• Improve softness and shine
• Reduce the appearance of rough and damaged ends
• Keep treated hair looking fresh for longer
Normal shampoos contain strong cleansing agents which can leave the treated hair feeling dry. Therefore, it is important to select products which are particularly suitable for post-treatment care.
Firstly, use a gentle sulfate free shampoo.
Cleansing is the first step of any haircare regime. When picking a shampoo for keratin treated hair, go for a gentler formula that cleans the scalp without stripping too much of the hair’s natural moisture.
The ZXX After Care Shampoo is a shampoo for dry and damaged hair. Its silicone, paraben and sulfate free formula leaves hair smooth and nourished with a gentle clean.
Step 1: How to use shampoo:
1. Wash your hair thoroughly with lukewarm or regular water.
2. Use the right amount of shampoo.
3. Apply mainly to the scalp.
4. Massage gently with fingertips.
5. Rinse the hair thoroughly, but don't rub it hard.
Avoid water that is too hot, which may make your hair look harsh and dry.
Step 2: Apply a Moisturizing Hair Mask
Shampoo cleans away debris, oil and product buildup, but treated hair still needs nourishment. Dry lengths and tips benefit from a hair mask particularly, a more intensive treatment than a normal conditioner.
Amino acids and keratin are featured in the ZXX After Care Hair Mask. It hydrates and nourishes dry, damaged or chemically treated hair, restoring shine and smoothness.
How to apply a hair mask:
1. After shampooing, gently wring out excess water from your hair.
2. Apply the mask from mid-lengths to ends.
3. Avoid applying excessive amounts of product to the scalp.
4. Allow it to remain on for the time mentioned on the product’s packaging.
5. Wash it well with water.
Use the hair mask regularly, based on the health of your hair. Maintenance may be required more often than for regular hair in cases of extremely dry hair.
Step 3: Use a Serum to Tame Frizz
A hair serum is the final step in your after care routine. Improves manageability and shine, reduces the appearance of frizz and eliminates the need for an extra rinse.
This lightweight formula does not leave greasy hair. The ZXX Hair Serum has keratin, argan oil, tea tree oil, vitamin E and biotin. It gives a nice looking shine and smooths the hair.
How to Use Hair Serum:
1. Place a small amount of serum in your palm.
2. Rub it gently between your palms.
3. Use on dry or wet hair.
4. Focus on the ends and mid-lengths.
5. Don’t Over Apply Serum To The Roots.
Start with a small amount. You can add more if you want but it might make the hair look heavy.
Step 4: Limit Overheated Styling
Regular use of curling irons, straighteners and high-temperature blow dryers can further damage and dry out hair. If you need to use heat styling, don’t keep the same spot too hot for too long and keep the temperature moderate.
Let your hair dry naturally whenever possible. If using a blow dryer, leave some room between your hair and the blow dryer.
5. Don’t wash your hair every day
Washing daily can strip hair of natural oils that make hair manageable and soft. How often you wash your scalp depends on your lifestyle, how oily your scalp is and what type of scalp you have.
If you have treated hair most people find that washing twice or three times a week is fine. If your scalp gets greasy easily then opt for a mild washing regime and not a strong shampoo.
6. Handle Wet Hair Carefully
Wet hair breaks more easily. Don’t scrub it hard or rub it vigorously with a towel.
Rather: Gently squeeze out the excess water with a soft towel.
• Wide-tooth comb
• Begin to untangle from the ends
• Move toward the roots slowly
• Don't tie wet hair tightly.
Such little things can make a big difference to the look and manageability of treated hair.
Keratin Aftercare Common Mistakes
To maintain your salon-finished look, avoid these common mistakes:
• Heavy duty shampoo
• Mask of hair off
• Rinsing hair with very hot water
• Overheating
lightly combing damp hair* Overuse of serum* Wet hair before bed * Not caring about dry and damaged ends
It’s not the amount of products you use, it’s about consistency. Your hair deserves attention and you can give it just that in 3 easy steps.
Create a Basic ZXX Aftercare Schedule
Your entire routine consists of just three simple steps:
Cleanse: Gently shampoo with ZXX After Care Shampoo.
Nourish: Hydrate ends and lengths with ZXX After Care Hair Mask.
Finish with ZXX Hair Serum for easy, glossy hair. Smooth.
Suitable for colored, dry, damaged, keratin-treated, botox-treated and nanoplastia-treated hair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which shampoo is best for use after keratin treatment?
Choose a mild, sulfate-free shampoo for chemically-treated hair. Should wash your hair without stripping it too much.
Can I use hair mask after keratin treatment?
Yes. A good hair mask can help moisturize treated hair and make it feel more soft and manageable.
How Often Should I Use a Hair Mask?
This will depend on the directions of the product and your hair condition. As an overall rule, you can use it on a regular basis in your weekly laundry routine.
Is it OK to use hair serum every day?
Use a small amount of lightweight serum whenever your hair needs a boost of shine, smoothness or frizz control.
Does this regimen work for hair botox and nanoplastia?
Yes, the same cleanse, nourish and smooth technique can be good for colored, Botox or nanoplastics treated hair.
Conclusion:
Keratin-treated hair needs consistent maintenance to keep it manageable, soft and smooth. Three most important elements of a successful aftercare regimen are deep nourishing, gentle washing and regular frizz protection.
Complete your routine with ZXX After Care Shampoo, Hair Mask and Hair Serum.