Liquid keratin for hair: properties and applications

To maintain the health and beauty of the hair created a lot of tools. To restore damaged hair, you can go to a beauty salon or try to "reanimate" curls at home. The first option is financially expensive, which is why an increasing number of women treat their hair on their own. For these purposes, various drugs are used. Of the many healing and restorative compositions, liquid keratin for hair is distinguished by good effectiveness. Consider its advantages and disadvantages, release forms and rules of application.

Keratin is a component of which 80-90% of human hair is composed. Its synthesis in the body is carried out by keratonicidal cells. This component is one of the main components of the outer hair membrane. Due to it, the hair becomes resistant to the effects of wind, the influence of excessively high and low temperatures and other negative effects. With a lack of keratin or a decrease in hair, it thins, curls become brittle, and a number of concomitant problems appear. To eliminate the deficiency of natural keratin, you can use the artificial composition created by people. It is obtained in laboratory conditions through the processing of sheep wool. This substance contains the following beneficial ingredients:

• cysteine;
• various amino acids;
• vitamin and mineral substances.

Keratin is sold in pharmacies or specialized stores offering professional hair care cosmetics. Such a substance is found on sale in two varieties:

• spray;
• oily suspension.

Spray fluids are poured into containers with different volumes. Usually they are applied to the hair before styling or before applying plaques and irons. Keratin in the form of a spray is not very popular due to uneconomicity. Oily suspensions are placed in ampoules or containers with a dispenser.

Means in ampoule containers are intended for single use. After opening, they cannot be stored. Vials with dispenser are more convenient to use. Thanks to one or several presses, optimal application of the substance is ensured.

Keratin is necessary for those hairs that lack it. The amount of this component decreases with:

• perms;
• staining;
• using various thermal devices for hair.

Keratin production is reduced during stress, frequent depressive states, an unbalanced diet, and poor sleep. Often, its decline is associated with poor ecology or with the use of low-quality products. If one or more of the above factors are present, the hair quickly loses its health and attractive appearance.

In the absence of proper care and when ignoring measures to restore hair, the curls can begin to fall out, look lifeless, dull and brittle at the ends. If the hair began to split, “climb”, lost its shine and became thinner, it is highly likely that they lack keratin.

Liquid keratin has certain pros and cons, which you need to familiarize yourself with before using it. Consider the benefits of this component. These include:

• easy application - liquid keratin is easily distributed along the entire length of the hair in a uniform layer;
• fast absorption - liquid-like compounds penetrate the damaged hair layers more easily;
• restoration of hair "from the inside";
• hair nutrition, return of their radiant appearance and health;
• prevention of "electrification" of strands;
• improving the structure of hair, the effect of their straightening;
• stimulation of the production of natural protein.

Natural protein based products are used not only for hair treatment, but also for prevention. Liquid keratin also has some disadvantages. One of them includes weighting the hair, because of which the tool should not be used on too weak and thinned curls. In this case, their more intense inflow may occur. In addition, the cons include:

• rapid contamination of hair after using keratin compounds;
• the presence in the means of formaldehyde, which adversely affects human health;
• possible occurrence of dizziness and weakness.

Sometimes allergic reactions occur on the funds, so before use it is necessary to test. For this, a drop of the agent is applied to the inside of the elbow. In the absence of redness, burning or other manifestations, keratin can be safely used.

In pharmacies, many types of keratin-based products are presented. They contain different percentages of this component. Here are the most popular brands.

The drug is in ampoules. Designed for hair restoration after perming, dyeing and other procedures that destroy the hair structure. In addition to keratin, the drug contains glutamic and aspartic acids.

DNC is a drug with a high percentage of keratin. Actively nourishes and moisturizes hair. The product does not wash off after application.

Helso - keratin-based serum. It is used to saturate the bulbs with nutrients, to give the hair shine. Promotes "sealing" split ends, restores water balance.

MCY is a dispenser designed for dry, dull and lifeless hair. An oily suspension is indicated for moisturizing and repairing damaged hair. In addition to keratin, the composition of the product includes vitamin and mineral substances, biopolymer additives, various amino acids.

In order for hair treatments using keratin formulations to be effective, you need to follow a few simple tips. If the drug is used in ampoules, it is necessary:

• shake the contents of the container thoroughly (until the composition is uniform);
• cut the ampoule with the edge;
• pour the contents into a familiar hair mask (to enrich its composition);
• distribute the product throughout the head and the length of the curls with smooth massaging movements;
• after 10 minutes rinse with warm water.

Sprays should be distributed on clean, wet strands. The fact is that dirty hair is covered with a sebaceous film (sebum), which will prevent the penetration of nutrients into the thickness of the hair.

After applying keratin compounds, you should carefully monitor the condition of the curls - if they become oily or heavier, it is necessary to reduce the amount of funds. In addition, it is important to adhere to the recommended usage schedule.

Over time, excess keratin will accumulate on the hair and skin, forming a dense shell. Air cannot pass through it, which will lead to seborrhea, irritation of the scalp and other problems. At the same time, the hair will appear oily and unkempt.

Many women conduct various experiments with hair - they dye them with chemically aggressive substances, curl with curling irons, straighten them with irons, and perms. After these effects, the condition of the curls noticeably worsens. In pursuit of beauty, some women try to restore health and shine to their hair with liquid keratin.

Those who have already used the keratin composition, note that the hair becomes more silky and obedient. After several times of use, some manage to get rid of the “washcloth” on the head. Curls acquire strength and brilliance.

The disadvantages of liquid keratin include its rapid rinsing with shampoos with a high percentage of sulfates. To avoid this, you should choose low-sulfate hair care products.

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