Regardless of the length, the hair looks beautiful if it is well-groomed. One of the procedures that can improve the appearance of the hairstyle is shielding. We will tell you more about the features, types and technology of this method.
What it is?
Hair shielding is a procedure in which, through the use of special preparations, the appearance of the hair is improved. Curl care experts note that this method has recently become quite popular. More and more girls with curls of different lengths turn to beauty salons to carry out this procedure. However, if desired, shielding can be done at home.
Shielding makes hair smoother. The components contained in the preparations for this procedure contribute to the creation of a special “film” on the hair. It covers the hair shaft evenly, which gives it a visually beautiful shine.
pros
The plant components present in the preparations for screening have a beneficial effect on the curls. That is why this procedure is well suited for girls whose curls are badly damaged. Shielding can also be used on dyed hair to restore it.
The effect of biologically active plant components in the preparations leads to the fact that the hair falls out less, they help to cope with such a common problem as a strong cross-section of the ends of the hair.
This procedure is also suitable for girls who have difficulty combing hair. Fluffy hair is quite confused. Screening is a procedure that helps to make curls more obedient. The components present in these products help make the hair denser. Due to this effect, it becomes much easier to make any styling or hairstyle.
Shielding helps protect curls from the negative effects of the external environment. Special components cover the hair, creating a kind of "screen". Curls are protected from the negative effects of cold temperatures, wind and intense sunlight. It is no coincidence that it is recommended to perform it before vacation, as this will reduce the risk of negative effects on the hairstyle of the bright sun.
Hair care professionals say that This procedure has a cumulative effect. If you make shielding several times, then in this case the hair will look much better. Another nice bonus of this procedure is that the curls after it exude a delicate aroma for some time.
To maintain the effect, it is recommended to repeat the hair care course. It is better to repeat it about 5-6 months after the first. You can make it both independently and with an experienced master.
Cons and contraindications
Shielding, like any other procedure, can have negative consequences. Some of the girls who made it regret that they had to deal with some of them. One of these adverse effects can be strong hair stiffness. At the same time, the curls can visually look more "heavy".
Another possible adverse effect of this procedure is the appearance of strong electrification of the hairs after washing. This problem occurs much more often in girls with thin hair.
Hair care specialists note that this procedure should be carefully performed on curls that are prone to oily. If you choose the wrong dosage of the drug, then in this case, you can ensure that the hair will look like “icicles”. Such an effect on dry hair, as a rule, never occurs.
Shielding is not a one-time procedure. Some girls think that having performed it once, they will get the desired result for many years. However, it is not. In order for the hair to look well-groomed longer, the shielding course should be repeated periodically.
There are few contraindications for this procedure. She is suitable for many girls. However, if you are allergic to the components contained in shielding products, it is better to refrain from this procedure for the care of curls. You should not resort to the use of this method also in the presence of wounds and fresh injuries on the scalp. The fact is that the components contained in the means for shielding can provoke the appearance of its soreness.
There are other limitations to this procedure. These include:
- diseases of the skin of the scalp;
- alopecia;
- individual intolerance to the components that make up shielding agents.
Kinds
The modern beauty industry offers several types of shielding. It is recommended to choose a method taking into account what final result you want to achieve.
One type of treatment is spa shielding. This method helps to make your hair more beautiful and more well-groomed. This is not only a great way to improve the appearance of curls, but also to treat them. During it, you can relax quite well, as the master in the process of holding it performs a special massage of the scalp.
Color shielding is a method that involves applying to the curls means containing color pigments. Their effect on the hair even contributes to the fact that they change their color without the use of any special colors.At the same time, this procedure is much safer for curls than using dye formulations containing ammonia additives or, for example, hydrogen peroxide.
For girls who want to have a beautiful hairstyle without changing its original color, you can pay attention to colorless shielding. This method according to the methodology is similar to color shielding, but does not imply the use of products containing color pigments. Quite often, girls who have done blonding resort to this option.
Execution technology
Shielding is a procedure that involves the sequential execution of several manipulations. If it is carried out in the salon, then in this case, the master must thoroughly rinse the hair first. Note that special shampoos are used for this.
A set of drugs is used for screening. The product should be applied sequentially - lock by lock. Usually at least three drugs are used. After applying all the funds, the curls should be left for some time. This is required so that all active components can penetrate well into each hair.
After that, the hair is washed again, and then a shielding mixture is already applied to them. It may have a different composition. So, with color shielding, a mixture is used in which color pigments are present. To achieve the desired effect, the master dries the hair dryer. After that, a special fixing balm is applied to them. Thus, shielding is done on both long and short hair.
You can do this procedure at home. To do this, you should first purchase a special shielding kit. Protective gloves, a hairdryer and a towel are also required. To comb your hair, you will also need a comb.
Manufacturers of shielding kits must note that before carrying out this procedure at home, you should definitely read the instructions. It is in every package with such a tool. It is recommended to choose sets of manufacturers with a good reputation. Using drugs that are too cheap can be dangerous with adverse effects.
When carrying out this hair care procedure the sequence of certain manipulations must be taken into account. The curls should be washed with a special shampoo, which is included in the set of products intended for shielding. After the hair is washed in this way, it must be thoroughly dried. No hairdryer is needed at this stage.
After that, a mask or balm from the set should be applied to the curls. This preparation contains components that contribute to their hydration and nutrition. This stage is extremely important. The active components contained in the balm “prepare” the hairs for further application of a shielding mixture on them. The applied product should be left on curls for a while (indicated in the instructions for the kit). After this, the hair should be washed well.
The next step is to apply a shielding mixture to the strands. To enhance the effect of the active components contained in this composition, the hair needs to be hidden under cellophane. Also, an additional head should be insulated with a towel. After 30 minutes, ringlets must be washed well. Then they can be dried with a hairdryer.
After that, it is necessary to apply a fixing agent to the curls, which is also in the kit. Next, you do not need to wash your hair.
There are a lot of sets with which you can make shielding. They differ in cost. Some girls prefer to do this procedure at home, as this will allow them to save. If you do screening at home, then in this case you do not need to pay for the services of a master, you only have to spend money on a set.
Hair shielding can be done by using means Paul mitchell. This company’s kit includes a shampoo for cleansing, a moisturizing mask, preparations for the procedure, as well as a tool that helps reduce hair tangling. The mask contains unique plant substances of natural origin. It also contains hydrolyzed proteins, which contribute to the restoration of damaged hair.
Company Estel also pleases its customers with shielding kits. Ruler Q3 Therapy Estel contains shielding agents that can be used for curls of different lengths. You can choose the necessary kit for this procedure for both dark-haired beauties and blondes. For girls with blond hair, you can even choose a color shielding kit that contains components that help remove yellowness from previously dyed curls.
All means of this series are conveniently placed in a beautiful case. Each set comes with detailed instructions for use. The cost of such funds is quite affordable.
A set is suitable for shielding fluffy hair Kemon The manufacturers of this cosmetic product note that through its use it is even possible to smooth out naturally wavy hair. An important feature of this kit is that the products included in its composition are of organic origin.
Since these hair shielding products are quite safe, the risk of allergic reactions and other adverse effects after their use is low.
In order to preserve the effect of the procedure longer, curls should be properly taken care of in the future. It is recommended to wash hair with shampoos that do not contain aggressive components.
It is better to choose products in which there are no sulfates. Also, do not use products in which alcohol is present. If after this procedure there is a problem with strong electrification of the hair, then in this case, experts recommend using a means of protection against static.
Reviews
The opinions of the beauties who resorted to this procedure are different. So, some girls say that after shielding they managed to make their hair more obedient and beautiful. In many reviews, there are mentions that curls after that are much easier to fit in various hairstyles. Girls with blond dyed hair note that after this procedure, they noticed that they became more shiny and well-groomed.
However, there are also negative reviews. Some note that despite the relatively high cost of shielding hair, they did not notice any visible positive changes. In their reviews, the beauties note with annoyance that for a long time they could not keep the effect they received on their hair. Despite the fact that, on average, shielding “rests” on curls for about six months, some girls had to repeat the course of procedures after 3-4 months or even earlier.
Shielding is a procedure that, according to many stylists, gives hair health and completely restores its structure.
However, not all girls agree with this. They in their reviews note that after the shielding course they did not notice that the hair had somehow recovered. Such reviews are left, as a rule, by girls with hair that has repeatedly bleached.
Many note that they made shielding as an alternative to keratin hair straightening. However, experts note that such a "replacement" is a mistake. The essence of these procedures is different. It will not work to achieve the same smoothness of hair during shielding as with keratin straightening, since the composition of the preparations used for these procedures varies.
About what hair shielding is described in the video below.
