Maxine stylist Brittany Brudzinski, best known for alleviating frazzled curls provides the scoop on the latest and greatest treatment available at Maxine Salon, Keratin Smoothing Treatment.

With her expertise, Brittany weighs upon client’s top concerns.

Is the Keratin treatment safe for my hair?

Maxine Salon uses the safest Keratin treatment on the market. I have never received any complaints on the way a person feels during or after a treatment.

Will Keratin make my hair flat?

The first few weeks after the treatment one’s hair will not have as much body as it usually does, but after it has been shampooed 4 or 5 times, the hair will bounce back with its usual body.

What will the treatment do to my hair?

It will smooth out most frizz, cut down drying time and it will loosen one’s curls. The treatment will not completely straighten one’s hair.

Can I receive treatment if I have color-treated or relaxed hair?

Yes, it is safe for most chemically treated hair.

Now, that all the initial concerns have been touched upon, see below for other need-to-know facts about Keratin.

Before booking an appointment, what should clients know?

The treatment takes between 2-3 hours, depending on the length and thickness of one’s hair. The client should know that after the treatment, the hair can’t be washed for 3 days, or get wet in any way (vigorous exercise, etc).

Post Keratin treatment, what is the best way to take care of your hair?

The one requirement is to use sulfate-free shampoo post treatment.

How long does the hair stay fairly straight before the client would need to come back for a follow-up treatment?

The Keratin treatment usually lasts 3 months after the first treatment. It will last longer if you wash your hair less frequently. After your first treatment, the treatments seem to last longer because there is a cumulative effect on the hair.

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