What is it and why you should do it
If you don’t know yet, our body produces a lot of different proteins – you may have heard of keratin before, the substance that composes most of the hair. Unfortunately, due to external factors such as heat, pollution, wind, and chemical treatments, keratin can be damaged. That’s why protein treatments are so important: they restore the damaged hair’s protein, adding strength, smoothness, and brightness to it[1]Perkins, S. (2018, June 11). Top 8 Protein Treatments for Natural Hair. NaturallyCurly.Com. … Continue reading)!
You may be asking yourself “How do I know if I should do a protein treatment?”… Don’t worry, because there are some very noticeable signs your mane needs an extra protein boost:
- Your hair is dyed – Due to the number of chemicals involved in the dyeing process, color-treated hair becomes damaged. If you want to keep your hair healthy, you should do a protein treatment.
- You’re losing your hair – It is normal to lose around a hundred strands of hair a day. However, if you find yourself with an absurd amount of hair on your hand after you comb it, you should probably add some protein to it.
- Your hair is dry and has a lot of frizz – Most of the time, frizzy dry hair means porous hair. If you tried hydrating it with a hair mask and it didn’t solve the problem, a protein treatment could be the answer.
- Lifeless hair – If your hair is simply lifeless (non-elastic, dry, brittle, and weak) and you’ve tried other hydration methods before, don’t lose any more time and get yourself a protein treatment done ASAP!
So now you know the signs that your hair needs some extra protein. But what does a protein treatment consists of[2]Globyte, E. (n.d.). 5 Best Protein Treatments for Hair and How to Tell if You Need One. The Right Hairstyles. Retrieved February 16, 2021, from … Continue reading? Well, it is simply a hair cream filled with protein that hair absorbs, like keratin. You can either do it at a hair salon, purchase it at a drugstore, or DIY! Nice, right? This treatment will fill any protein lack your hair has and leave it healthy, strong, and beautiful! However, you must know that too much protein can leave your hair dry and brittle – so don’t overdo it!
The frequency of a protein treatment depends on both the type of treatment you choose (intense or simple) and your hair type. There are both intense protein treatments that usually demand a hair salon visit as well as simpler treatments that can be done at home. Normally, “easy” protein treatments can be done once a week, while complex ones should be done every 4-6 weeks.
Protein treatments for hair can be found in the form of oils, lotions, conditioners, and hair masks. Below, we are going to show you 2 different protein treatments from the Brazilian brand Nazca, that will leave your hair smooth, strong, and gorgeous!
NAZCA PROFESSIONAL TREATMENT MASK – KERATIN REPAIR
As we said before if your hair brittle, fragile, and frizzy, you are in need of some serious protein repair! Nazca’s Keratin Repair mask will hydrate and add protection to your main. And since it’s a hair mask, it is very simple to use: after shampooing and conditioning, apply the mask throughout the hair length, leaving it to act for 3-5 minutes. After that, rinse it well and your hair will thank you! You can redo this treatment once a week, ok?
NAZCA PROFESSIONAL BRAZILIAN KERATIN LOTION
If your hair is EXTREMELY lacking protein, Nazca’s professional Brazilian Keratin Lotion could be your savior. It will leave your hair really smooth (and straight for a while). But be aware: you may need to go to a professional because this product is strong and a little complex to apply:
- Wash your hair with an anti-residue shampoo and let it completely dry;
- Divide the hair into four parts and apply the Brazilian Keratin with the help of a brush to the entire length of the hair;
- Let it act for about 15 minutes (don’t leave it for more than this!);
- With a hairdryer, dry the hair and use a brush to straighten the hair (you may use a flat iron, as well);
- After your hair cools down, wash it with warm water and apply a hair mask or a conditioner for about 3-5 minutes;
- Rinse it, and done!
After reading this article, it’s possible that you notice your hair needs protein treatment as soon as possible. Now you know that there are simpler and more complex treatments – some you can do at home and others you need professional help! On the Metro Brazil website, you are going to find a lot of hair care products that can leave your hair looking as healthy as ever! Don’t waste any more time and go check them out!
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