Keratin straightening is a procedure that is at its peak of popularity. Achieve perfectly smooth and shiny hair in a variety of ways possible - this is a salon procedure, and a lot of caring means (shampoos, masks, sprays, etc.). Serum for straightening hair in a series of care products compares favorably with respect to its spectrum of action.
Serum, its composition and principle of operation
Products designed to provide care, for the most part, affect only the outer part of the hair shaft. Rare compounds that can penetrate into the internal structure and act from the inside. Serum combines the qualities of most of the tools for the care of curls, while possessing the ability to penetrate deep into the hair.
Food, restoration and saturation with useful substances promotes treatment, prevention is also never superfluous. Considerable success in the production of these drugs are Schwarzkopf and Belita Vitex Active Keratine.
Osis Flatliner from Schwarzkopf
The price of serum ranges from 900 to 1200 rubles. It can be purchased in various ways - ordered on the official website of Schwarzkopf, purchased at any other online store with home delivery, found in the network of famous brand stores (RivGosh, Constellation of Beauty, L'Etoile and others).
The product includes:
- water (Aqua),
- silk proteins, which improve the appearance of the hair, as well as moisturize and strengthen (Hydrolyzed Silk),
- the fixer helping to fix laying and not passing moisture (VP / VA Copolymer),
- alcohol component (Alcohol Denat),
- phosphoric acid (Phosphoric Acid),
- wheat proteins will give hair shine, shine and flexibility, compact the structure, control the level of water saturation (Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein),
- antistatic and antiseptic - Cetrimonium Chloride – protects hair with a special film and prevents their tangling,
- retains moisture Butylene Glycol, creates a natural glide.
Competently selected composition of the components helps to provide the necessary protection and care. Pleasant bonuses - small fixing and easy combing, as well as protection from moisture and high temperature (up to 200 degrees) make the serum even more attractive. And, of course, the main effect - perfectly smooth and shiny curls - will not be long in coming.
Recommendations for use: This type of product can be applied to clean, dry or slightly damp hair. Specifically, this serum experts recommend to put on dry curls and carefully dry with a hairdryer. If the obtained smoothing effect is not enough, you can additionally use the iron to straighten hair.
Attention! It is strongly not recommended to use a straightener immediately after applying the composition to the hair - it takes time to allow it to penetrate and act, otherwise they can be burned.
Serum Belita Vitex Active Keratine
The price of this serum is ridiculously small, it lies in the range of 100-150 rubles. But the merits of the composition does not detract from it at all. It is often the case when the individual characteristics of the hair are such that the most publicized and expensive means are completely unsuitable, whereas the “budget” option has a much greater positive impact.
Ingredients:
- water (Aqua),
- alcohol (Alcohol)
- flavors,
- a polymer that gives density to curls, and also helps to fix styling (Polyquaternium),
- keratin (Hydrolyzed Keratin),
- citric acid, which is a natural antioxidant, gently cleanses, kills bacteria (Citric acid),
- antistatic (Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride),
- Castor oil, its positive properties for hair are widely known in cosmetology (PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor oil),
- emulsifiers,
- preservatives.
The composition is more diverse than in the previous serum under consideration. Components such as citric acid and castor oil additionally have a beneficial effect, in addition to the main effect.
Recommendations for use: Serum should be applied to clean, still wet hair. If necessary, dry the hair dryer, but it is better to wait for natural drying, thereby securing them from excessive stress. The result will become obvious almost immediately, but it is permissible to use a rectifier to fix the effect.
Note! Vitex is suitable for daily use, but the optimal mode is considered to be the use after every 2-3 shampoos
Advantages and disadvantages
The vastness of the Internet network is replete with a variety of customer reviews about certain products that they personally tested on themselves. Statistically, people find more pluses than minuses. In more detail about the beneficial qualities of keratin serums:
- There is a softness and radiance. This becomes especially noticeable when used on dull, dry and badly damaged hair.
- Economical consumption - although the consistency is not dense (on the contrary, you might think that it is water, if it were not for a pleasant aroma), but it takes quite some time.
- All compositions, including keratin, have a cumulative effect, which becomes clearly visible with prolonged use of serum.
- Some girls are quite enough of the fixation that is formed after application.
- The claimed rectifying result. The bonus is that the hair that "pushes" get rid of this phenomenon.
- Does not require washing, easy to handle.
- It has a subtle unobtrusive smell.
Negative points:
- Easy bonding of hair, due to the very fixing component. This item is both a plus and a minus equally.
- Many are repelled by the presence of chemicals in the composition, such as emulsifiers, preservatives or alcoholic components.
- Depending on the type and initial condition of the hair, before applying the serum, varying degrees of pollution and oily scalp are noted. Some girls expressed regret that they have to wash their hair more often, others, on the contrary, said that their hair stay clean and crumbly longer than usual.
- Inconvenient bottle.
Summarizing the above, we can conclude that the use of keratin is still more good than harm. In the current environment there are many negative factors, not the best way to influence the health of hair. Feeding, protection and care will definitely not become redundant.
Everything else, many tools are an integral part of the entire line of care. For example, the Belita Vitex Active Keratine complex in addition to the serum includes shampoo, a two-phase lotion and a hair mask. The complex application of this series will help speed up the recovery, start the process of keratin production, sate the strength, health and shine of the strand.
Learn more about the features of keratin hair straightening, thanks to the following articles:
Useful videos
Serum for the restoration and reconstruction of hair at home.
Magic serum for hair.
Hair straightening serum: how to choose
If you have curly or porous hair, one serum may not be enough, but a comprehensive care will help you get a mirror straight strand.
Moist, saturated hairs are better manipulated and look much healthier.
Editor's Board: Try Dove Shampoo and Rinse Cream “Transforming Care” for a few weeks. The product line includes macadamia oil, due to which shampoo and balsam restore and smooth hair.
Hair straightening serum: how to use
Now that the hair is ready for styling: it's time to use the serum. It should be chosen based on the type of hair.
For curls, hard and thick hair suitable serum for smoothness and discipline curls TIGI Bed Head Control Freak. The product has a light texture and unusual pineapple flavor. Serum smoothes hair and makes it more silky and shiny without a weighting effect. To smooth the curls, apply a small amount of the product evenly on clean damp hair and begin styling. P.S. Serum protects hair from heat exposure - if necessary, use a flat iron.
If you need to quickly restore the styling and create the effect of hair, well-groomed, as if after visiting the salon, and time is tight, rely on the smoothing cream to add shine and freshness to TIGI Bed Head After Party hair. Cream with a rich fruity smell softens, moisturizes and smoothes fluffy hair and allows you to get ready for work or a meeting in minutes, even if you just returned from a party.
If you need reinforced concrete fixation and mirror smoothness for a long time, reach for heavy artillery: thermo-active smoothing cream TIGI Bed Head Straighten Out. The product makes hair smooth and manageable for 48 hours and protects styling from moisture: ideal if you are going to a wedding, a business trip or a romantic weekend with a loved one. The cream was developed specifically for use with hot styling devices: boldly use a hairdryer or iron.
Hair straightening serum: what to replace?
If you do not like styling products and prefer the most natural hair care, we have collected for you the best recipes for homemade hair straightening masks.
The most important thing in hair care with smoothing masks is regularity. Any mask for hair straightening has a short-term effect - most often before the next wash, on curly and thick hair, and even less. Masks do not need to be done very often, it is enough to carry out the procedure 1 - 2 times a week, if there is oil in the mask, often no more than 1 time per week.
Aloe perfectly smoothes and moisturizes dry strands. Credit: Rex by Shutterstock
Attention! Before using home remedies for hair and scalp, make sure that you do not have an allergic reaction to them. Do not use hair oil without a test application on a small area of skin. In case of any unpleasant sensations (burning, redness, itching), any home remedy should be immediately washed off the hair and scalp. The optimal strategy before using any products made at home (including, according to the recipes of this site) is to consult a dermatologist or a trichologist.
Avocado Mask
For any type of hair suitable mask. Get two large ripe avocados and mix the pulp with a tablespoon of olive oil and a teaspoon of honey. Apply to dry or wet hair, hold for 20 minutes. To enhance the effect of the mask, you can wear a plastic cap.
Smoothness of hair is also favored by a course of oil masks and a mask of clay:
Budget and good! Serum with keratin in the composition, the effect is not inferior to more expensive products!
- Provided for free testing
Keratin + serum for hair from Compliment aroused great interest in me, because now I try to choose products with keratin in the composition, and the other tested serum of this brand has enraptured me. Thus, a bottle in white and orange colors appeared in my hair care arsenal, which is far from being a gift due to its porous and curly structure. I used this serum in the company with hair balm of the same series and this duet proved to be very good for the products at an affordable price!
So, Keratin Compliment serum is modestly decorated, the volume of the bottle is 150 ml.
The bottle is equipped with a good sprayer, the agent is supplied not by a jet, but by a barely perceptible cloud.
- Name: Keratin + Hair Serum
- Manufacturer: Compliment
- Volume: 150 ml
- Cost: about 100 rubles
- Composition:
About my hair: made 3, 5 months. Keratin straightening was washed away by 60%, so now my hair is returning to my native porous and curly structure, therefore I have become more capricious again to the care products.
This serum proved to be good. I don’t notice miracles on my hair after applying it, but the effect is still paired with native balm, these products are a good alternative to more expensive things like that. Yes, and comparing with sprays like Gliss Chick, the effect of the application is the same.
- Serum makes it easier to comb wet hair.
- Softens hair and reduces fluffiness.
- Gives shine to hair.
- I use serum in large quantities and I can say that it does not weigh down hair completely.
- Personally, my hair is not enough elasticity and elasticity after its application.
- There is no prolonged effect and the restoration of the structure, but I am not small and do not believe in such promises)
After applying a couple of balm + Keratin Compliment serum, my hair looks like this:
I hope my review was useful to you!
GKHair (Global Keratin)
Serum Serum reanimates the hair structure, heals damaged tips. Moisturizes and nourishes, gives health and shine to hair. You will see the results of its therapeutic action after the first application - the hair will become docile, thicker and moisturized. Ingredients: Cyclopentasiloxane.
Indelible care - Biphasic Serum restores matter along the length and on the tips of heavily damaged hair that is regularly exposed to negative effects: mechanical, chemical and thermal. For severely damaged and brittle hair (degree of damage 3-4). For all types.
Due to the content of hydrolyzed keratin, regenerating hair from the inside, and a combination of oils, hair regains elasticity, shine and softness lost as a result of chemical procedures (perm, bleaching, dyeing) when the hair is treated with high temperature (hair dryer, tongs.
Thermal protective serum Keune Care Keratin Smooth smoothes and strengthens the hair, protects them from damage during hot styling. It contains keratin, minerals and argan oil, which make the hair smoother, shinier and more beautiful. Serum application will help to avoid.
MIRIAM QUEVEDO
Miriam Quevedo Diamond Hair Serum does not contain parabens. The ultra-efficient composition with the addition of platinum and diamond dust, as well as thermal water is designed to effectively restore hair and make it shine. Serum has the thermoprotective property of the last generation.
LOREAL PROFESSIONNEL
Loreal's Steam Pod is a series of styling products with a high content of pro-keratin, ceramides and cationic substances that restore the structure of the hair and provide maximum thermal protection during smoothing. Steam Pod Protective Smoothing Serum is ideal for smoothing.
The main advantages of the product: - Smoothing component improves the inner strength of the hair and retains moisture. - The product is made only from natural ingredients, without the addition of harmful chemical elements. - Smoothes straight hair, adds softness and shine to hair.
Concentrated serum contains a high content of Pro-Keratin complex and silk extract for heavily damaged * hair, as well as hair subject to regular exposure to thermal tools. Saturates the thinning areas of damaged hair with protein, sealing the moisture inside the hair for.
Two-phase hair serum with macadamia nut oil of the “Macadamia Oil” Kapous series.Macadamia, Lactic Amino Acid and Keratin oil-based serum has been developed for intensive moisturizing of all types of hair, and is also exceptionally suitable for thin and rare. New formula protects.
Argan, keratin and lactic amino acid, a two-phase serum based on oil, has been specially developed for moisturizing and restoring hair of all types. Argan oil is the most valuable product obtained in Morocco from argan nuts. The new formula effectively protects hair from adverse effects.
OLLIN PROFESSIONAL
The procedure of 4 steps to restore and saturate the loss of vitality, damaged hair. A set of products specially designed for use in the home, easy to use and is designed for several procedures. The use of products is possible immediately after dyeing, it is recommended for.
Firming serum for normal, sensitive and damaged hair THEOTEM belongs to a new series of innovative cosmetics to restore damaged hair. Serum is designed to return youth and vitality to hair. Its main component, keratin, easily penetrates the hair and.
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With silk extract. Intensively nourishes dry or stressed hair, making them docile, silky and resilient. How to use: Apply evenly the necessary amount of serum to clean damp hair. Do not flush.
Light serum for hair, enriched with brilliant powder, Silk proteins and Grape seed oil. Ideal for nourishing, protecting and smoothing the most porous and unruly hair. Gives intense shine, silkiness, improves combing. Active ingredients: water.
RESTORING SERUM WITH KERATIN FOR CHEMICALLY TREATED AND DAMAGED HAIR. Active ingredients: keratin. How to use: Apply a few drops to wet or dry hair. Do not flush.
Ideal for all types of hair, it is a special concentrate with Lilac Leaf Stem Cells and keratin, which complements the Keiras Age Protection procedure, maintaining and prolonging its result. Lilac leaf stem cells normalize the lipid balance while keratin.
Hair Repairing Serum has a unique formula for instant care for severely damaged hair. The keratin in the composition actively restores the hair structure, linseed oil intensively nourishes and softens, the complex of natural minerals nourishes the roots and the hair shaft.
It is recommended for intensive restoration of damaged, sensitive, dull, brittle, hair deprived of vitality. Hair instantly becomes smooth, shiny and easy to comb. Serum gives hair extra volume and vitality. Active ingredients.
GREEN LIGHT
Concentrated serum with keratin and collagen, performing three functions - restoration, protection and regeneration of the keratin layer of the hair. The antioxidant properties of green tea extract and vitamin PP protect hair from free radicals, while sunflower oil strengthens and.
What is hair serum, its composition
Under the serum (cosum) in cosmetology and trichology understand the composition, providing a quick cosmetic effect due to the high concentration and penetrating ability of the active components. From other means, the serum is primarily distinguished by a high content of active ingredients. By its action, the serum combines 3 hair care products: balm, mask and mousse and has several effects: moisturizing, healing and styling. However, it is not necessary to replace the balm and conditioner with it, it is better to use everything in the complex. In addition to the conditioner and reducing agent, this cosmetic product also includes other active elements: oils, biopolymers, plant extracts, provitamins, proteins, D-panthenol, elastin and other ingredients, the presence of which is due to the intended use of the withdrawal product.
The advantages of using serum are obvious:
- they save precious time that we spend on hair care, and solve all the problems at once in a short time.
- The action of the serum does not stop throughout the day, and at the same time no harmful effects to your hair are not terrible.
- Hair after treatment with serum easier to fall into the hair, become obedient, while remaining natural.
- The active components in the serum composition can activate the generation of hair flakes and provide skin cells with oxygen, enhancing the metabolic processes inside the hair. This causes the acceleration of hair growth, as well as enhances their elasticity, strength and helps to get rid of dullness, loss, brittle hair, split ends and dandruff.
Unlike conditioners, balms and masks for hair serum, there are several advantages:
- have a styling effect
- do not require rinsing,
- can be applied to wet and dry hair,
- have a healing effect, protecting and restoring the hair structure,
- protect your hair when you blow-dry
- give volume
- characterized by prolonged exposure
- Do not glue the hair, while maintaining a long hairstyle.
Method of application of hair serum
The method of application of serum depends on its purpose. Split ends serum should be applied to the ends of the hair. Anti-fallout serum - on the scalp and hair roots, such as Serum enriched with keratin Dixidox DeLux No. 4.5 (DIXIDOX DE LUXE KERATIN TREATMENT SERUM)
Serum enriched with keratin Dixidox DeLux No. 4.5 (DIXIDOX DE LUXE KERATIN TREATMENT SERUM)
It is better to read about the method of use in the instructions on the package or bottle. Serum is applied either to dry or wet hair, and the frequency of its application depends on the type of product. Some types of serum can be used every day, while others should be used only once a week. If you apply the serum to wet hair - before drying the hair dryer, it is advisable to leave the serum for a couple of minutes on the hair, so that it starts to act actively and protect the hair. Please note that you never need to use a large amount of serum, otherwise your hair may look oily.
Take up the secret of stylists: before applying, serum needs to be warmed, slightly rubbed, in your palms. This will help the product to be distributed over the hair more evenly.
Typically, serums are applied to the prepared, cleansed scalp and hair. To do this, use cleansing tonics, peels, masks and shampoos.
After applying the serum, heat exposure is usually required, or the use of an occlusive film (dressing), which allows the active substances to penetrate to a sufficient depth. When restoring the hair structure, in order to fix the active substances in the cortex or cuticle, the procedure is completed by cooling the hair (usually by blowing off cooled air).
If it is necessary to use serums in combination with other cosmetic or medical preparations, it is not recommended to apply the remedies at the same time or to mix them together, since the new combination may unpredictably affect the results of applying these remedies. Usually, after applying the serum on the prepared skin and hair, it takes 3-4 hours to fully absorb it, after which other products can be applied. During the active course of the serum can be used frequently, that is, daily. If the process is chronic, then a long-term maintenance course may be needed to correct it, while the recommended sera can be used 1-3 times a week. Take care of your hair by regularly using hair serum, and very soon you and everyone around you will notice how strong and shiny your hair has become.
How do keratin masks work?
One of the known ways to solve the problem in their favor is keratin care. Professional hair masks containing keratin are actively used by women for restoring and straightening curls.
Keratin is a protein that forms the basis of the hair structure. Professional mask with keratin forms the effect of a protective layer on the surface of the hair, as a result of which it is not exposed to damage.
However, getting rid of curlicues - not the only positive quality masks for keratin hair straightening.
Among the other effects of such a recovery note:
- the lost shine of the hair comes back,
- split ends are not so noticeable
- the structure of the hairs thickens, due to which the hairstyle seems much thicker,
- after the procedure, the hair looks smooth, healthy and alive,
- decreases the number of falling hairs.
The benefits of keratin recovery are difficult to compare. The fact is that human hair is 97% composed of keratin scales. When for one reason or another the body does not have enough resources to produce this substance on its own, the products of the modern cosmetology industry come to the rescue.
And if in addition to the use of such cosmetics to take care to saturate your own diet with proteins, the effect will be comprehensive.
Instructions for use
If you decide to try the keratinizing miracle method on your hair, follow a few rules so that the procedure has the maximum effect:
- it is best to conduct keratinization course, because one or two sessions is hardly enough to fully restore the hair,
- feel free to use these masks for damaged, dyed and bleached hair,
- if you are going to color the curls, perform a keratinization procedure after that,
- refrain from using professional products with keratin on the hair during pregnancy and lactation.
After applying a keratin-containing cosmetic product, it is also worth remembering the nuances of everyday care. So, after keratinizing it is advisable not to use hairpins and clips, so as not to form creases on the strands. Also, special care products in the form of shampoos and conditioners contribute to the consolidation of the result.
Review of professional keratin hair masks
Modern brands create effective products based on liquid keratin, capable of penetrating deep into the structure of the hairs and “Build up” damaged places. Filling the cracks in the hair cuticle, the material makes the curls smooth and strong. The similar cosmetics is presented in the market of cosmetic products by a large number of names.
If you decide to undergo the procedure in the salon, the master will surely offer you a choice of several means and tell you about the advantages of each.
Of course, the best result will bring only premium cosmetics. Therefore, it is important to decide whether you want to save on the procedure or get the maximum benefit for your hair. However, after a course of treatment with keratin, you are unlikely to doubt the correctness of the choice made. After all, your hair will become not only more direct, but also obedient, silky and well-groomed.
One of the most popular masks is L’Oreal Professionnel Pro-Keratin Refill. This is a whole line of professional products, which include pro-keratin with 18 amino acids. This mask has a powerful and long healing effect.
Another popular option - keratin mask Selective ammino keratin. This tool was designed specifically for severely damaged hair. It includes protein supplements, provitamin B5 and keratin itself.
F maskarmavita Back Bar Cream Plus Keratin is a great combination of quality and affordable price. This mask was created to strengthen, restore and nourish brittle over-dried strands and split ends. It consists of keratin, provitamins and natural oils, which provides a comprehensive healing effect on the hair structure.
Before using a professional keratin remedy, you should understand that the effect of straightening will not be the same on any hair.
So, if on slightly curly or wavy curls you can count on the promised effect of 90%, then with a head of hair with excessive rigidity and fluffiness at best, the figure will be 30%.
