The history associated with Keratin rectification began in a distant Brazil about five years ago. A mixture was applied to the hair from vegetable keratin and a water-alcohol solution of formaldehyde, then the strand thoroughly stroked the hot iron. The client went very satisfied, because the result was impressive: even, smooth, perfectly direct curls (even if a girl came to the salon with violent African curls). Such an effect was due to the known properties of keratin - to fill damaged parts of the hair, making it more elastic and obedient, as well as heal a damaged structure. Unfortunately, in this "barrel of honey" there was a lot of "Spoons of Deaf". During the procedure as a client, so
And the master in the literal sense of the word bathed in the suffocating clubs of smoke, which was from evaporated formaldehyde. If you consider the amount of time that the hairdresser spent for such work, it is not difficult to guess that it was rapidly counted to the discharge of harmful, although most of this did not stop. After a couple of years, the US, Israel and Great Britain began to develop a new generation of funds, wherever this harmful component would have been missing. "The number of brands offering services for keratin hair straightening continues to grow," says Olga Antonova, a stylist-technologist of Sharm Distribuschn. - Unfortunately, most systems still include some aggressive ingredients, such as oxidizing agents, highly concentrated formaldehyde and other hazardous chemicals. When heated with a hot iron, they, although they are searched in its structure, a certain amount is still released into the air. It is important to know that the inscription on the bottle "Formaldehyde FREE" is not at all a guarantee
Safety, it all depends on which formaldehyde is absent in this composition. As a rule, the label informs that there is no liquid formaldehyde as part of the product. But manufacturers are silent that it is present in a gaseous state. In order to make sure that there is no formaldehyde and thereby secure yourself, it's easy enough to look
on test results. It is desirable that this was the most modern test - NMR (nuclear magnetic resonance).
The American company Keratin Complex, the distributor of which in Russia is the company "Sharm Distribution", prefers to give a maximum of open information, always providing customers with the results of tests obtained from independent laboratories. Thus, the test of testing standards of security and health and health standards (OSHA, USA), which was conducted in 2010-2011, showed: the presence of formaldehyde in products was eight times lower than the dose allowed in the workplace. And in August of this year, Keratin Complex became the first and only company in the category "Keratin smoothing", the procedure of which is safe for health, which is officially confirmed by OSHA.
I would like to note that for the maximum successful procedure, it is necessary to strictly comply with the sequence of stages, which is possible only after training from the technologists of the company. Despite the fact that the procedure largely resembles similar, there are many nuances, thanks to which you can get a guaranteed quality result. Therefore, our company will continue to offer Keratin Complex products only masters who have passed special training. "
And quality, and quantity?
Another disputed moment in the keratin straightening procedure is the amount and quality of keratin used. As for quality, most large companies use a really natural product obtained from alpine or New Zealand sheep. Such a choice is not accidental: in its structure, this keratin is practically identical to the keratin of human hair, it contains 18 amino acids, its molecules penetrate the maximum depth, providing a powerful healing effect.
But the quality of the procedure itself (it is the effect of straightening) largely depends on the percentage of keratin. The numbers can be completely different - from 15 to 90%, which, however, absolutely does not guarantee the result, but can attract value.
"If about 5-10% keratin, and not 40%, such as, for example, in Keratin Complex, it can significantly reduce the cost of the procedure and the cost of the preparations themselves
Tov, "says Olga Antonova. - But the result may not be at all what you expected. The fact is that all hair "take" keratin is absolutely different, it is purely individually. What amount will come in your case, it is difficult to predict. But to ensure the maximum number of this component is the main task of the manufacturer. Make sure the percentage of keratin is required to provide this information in the form of certificates where the corresponding figures should be specified. Otherwise
The case is the likelihood that keratin in products The minimum amount and hair recovery will not happen. "
One of the main questions that customers are asked, ready to make this specific procedure: how long will the excellent result last? Of course, certain deadlines for keratin smoothing exist (three to five months, depending on the type of hair
and the quality of further care). Much depends on the initial state of your heads, the compliance with certain rules has a considerable value. Remember the main thing: after the smoothing procedure for three days (72 hours), the hair can not be washed, but even subject to any exposure to moisture. In addition, it is important to ensure that the strands remain as directly as possible (in order to avoid the formation of the chances). Consequently, there are no hairpins, rims, close hats and familiar tails. The fact is that the polymerization of keratin occurs gradually, it is finally fixed in her hair after 72 hours.
"Can't stand the last three-day deadline without shampoo? No problem! Everything has long been thought out, "says Olga Antonova. - You can use the dry shampoo from the brand Keratin Complex or Sexyhair, and your hair will look fresh and well-groomed all three days.
Those who want to make the procedure for the shortest possible time (that is within an hour) and do not wait 72 hours, Keratin Complex offers to choose not a classic straightening, but the express procedure of keratin smoothing Express Blow Out. It is based on a trionic protein of keratin and copolymer systems that allow you to get rid of curls, curls, "small demon", give hair smoothness and shine, and reduce the time spent on daily styling. But the main advantage of this procedure is that after eight hours you can wash your hair, make a magnificent laying and go on your affairs without fear for the result. The procedure itself takes about one hour, which is very attractive for business ladies that appreciate every minute, but remember that the effect of this procedure will last much less, about six to eight weeks. This is a great way out for those who prefer clear geometric haircuts that require impeccable smoothness and hair obedience. By the way, the cost of this procedure is significantly lower than the price of long-term smoothing Keratin Complex. For those who want to just heal their hair, but at the same time save their volume, there is an Intense RX express procedure. It reconstructs hair, restores their strength, reduces the brittleness, saturates the hair with 25 percent natural keratin, making strands with more elastic, smooth, shiny and alive after the first use of the product. The result is preserved five to six washing procedures and has a cumulative effect. Procedure
Ideal for those customers who bothers dryness and hair porosity.
In addition, after her, the hairstyle retains the volume, the hair remain smooth, but not perfectly straight, like after long-term straightening.
The key advantage of Keratin Complex is that this procedure does not damage the disulfide bonds of the hair, they are not destroyed, but only stretched. This is evidenced by the fact that a few months after the procedure, the hair is returned to its original state. Thus, the procedure can be repeated every four or five months. "
There is a choice
Dikson offers a DKA Booster procedure from Dikson, which makes hair smooth, healthy and eliminates static electricity. DKA Booster is capable not only to straighten, but also fully restore painted, ridiculous, chemically treated hair. The result is holding up to five months. At the base - specially patented formula DKA Booster, an important advantage - the absence of formaldehyde, dangerous to the health of the substance. The main component of the drug is the extract of natural keratin from the wool of New Zealand sheep. By the way, hair color is possible in a week after the procedure. Dikson presents four products for keratin straightening, treatment and subsequent support of the results in salons and at home Dikson Keratin Action Booster.
Phase number 1 DKA - Pre-processing shampoo.
Special shampoo for gentle and deep hair purification (remedy for preprocessing). Removes styling residues, accumulated pollution and traces of smog. Shampoo treatment contributes to the maximum penetration of keratin into the structure of the hair.
Phase number 2 DKA Booster - keratin straightening.
Amino acids and proteins penetrate the cuticle, restore the structure and fixed inside the hair. An excellent result is noticeable immediately:
Elastic, smooth and healthy hair. It can be used for all types of hair, natural and chemically processed.
Phase number 3 DKA - bioactive protein shampoo.
Soft shampoo with bioactive organic keratin for hair cleansing, care and maintenance of the DKA BOOSTER.
Phase number 4 DKA - Bioactive keratin cream.
This highly concentrated air conditioner with bioactive organic keratin saves and extends the DKA effect of keratin straightening. In addition, with regular use deeply nourishes the hair, gives them vitality and health. Designed for all types of hair and applied after DKA bioactive keratin shampoo phase No. 3.