To have healthy hair is not as complicated as you might think. Yes, it is a lifestyle, but it’s an easy step to add to your already regular beauty routine. Think of this, if you are already doing hair nutrition masks, why not add a little strength to your hair too? Our hair is actually made up substantially of protein.
If you don’t know where to start, let’s to undestrand why our hair hair needs protein treatments. Our hair, just as our body, needs protein. Our living hair cells in the root is attached to the sebaceous glands within the skin. Therefore, below the surface, living cells are well fed by blood and oxygen, peptides, and lipids from our sebum. . As hair grows and gets farther from the scalp, the protein buffet that lies in and under our roots decreases. That’s why you can tell that your hair might be in need of a protein treatment if you see your tips breaking or splitting.
Before you start any protein treatment, keep in mind that this regime might not be necessary for those with thick, strong, shiny hair, but if you notice that your hair feels dry, especially closer to your ends, and it’s not as shiny as it used to be, it might be a good time for some hair protein treatment.
If after reading this, you looked at your hair and noticed that indeed, your hair feels in need of a hair protein treatment, you have two options on where to start, by going to the salon or do an at-home easy treatment.
Do’s and don’ts of a chemical hair protein treatment at the salon.
I tell all of my clients, if you put your hair through a big color transformation such as bleaching and highlights, you should also keep in mind that you will need a constant hair protein treatment. This is because the moment you bleach your hair, your hair will go through a chemical transformation, and its natural protein responsible for your hair’s strength and shine will no longer be at the hair strand. That’s why you must come to the salon for an deep-in treatment before and after a chemical procedure.
I always recommend my clients come before or after their chemical procedure in the salon for an deep-in treatment. Think of it like this; it is like having a nutrient-rich and balanced diet; we understand that it’s important for our body, but we will never see results or feel healthy if we don’t take care of it. The same with our hair, it can be frustrating to go to the salon and the next days feel your hair dry. However, the moment you understand the importance of this commitment, you’ll also be more satisfied with the result when dying your hair or getting color highlights, making your hair feel healthier.
Benefits of an at-home hair protein treatment.
If you are looking for an easy solution to dry hair and split ends, and your hair hasn’t gone through a chemical procedure, it’s good to reinforce its strength with an easy treatment like my favorites L’anza’s Healing Strenght Collection or Masque Quintessense + Shampoo Leonor Greyl REVIVISCENCE.
L’anza’s Healing Strength Collection consists of a white tea shampoo, a manuka honey conditioner, and a neem plant silk serum – all of them focusing on replenishing lost protein bringing your sexy hair back. See, it is not that complicated! Replace your regular shampoo and conditioner with these hair strengthening products and add the serum to your styling routine, and you’ll see a bouncy, shiny difference in your hair right before your eyes.
If you still have questions about the best approach for a hair protein treatment, drop me a message or schedule an appointment for a quick consultancy. I’m always happy to help you and your hair!
