Brazilian Hair Straightening - Straighten your hair naturally!

Have you been hearing about Brazilian hair straightening? This is the hottest trend in hair straightening today! You may also here it referred to as a "Brazilian Blowout."

Depending on the length of your hair, the process takes about two hours and lasts about four months. The cost is around $200 to $300, depending on where you are located and the salon itself.

What exactly is a Brazilian hair straightening treatment?

Brazilian Keratin hair straightening is a very intense treatment that softens, smoothes and straightens hair. The best part is harsh chemicals are not used to manipulate the hair shaft at all. Keratin, a natural substance, which comprises approximately 88% of your hair, is used to do the straightening. Keratin penetrates the hair and repairs any damage that is present, as well as coating the hair to prevent any future damage. Please note: this is not a permanent straightening, and when the product is gone your hair will be back to its kinky, curly and frizzy self.

Who can benefit from a Brazilian?

The following types can benefit from the treatment: colored, highlighted, previously straightened, kinky and curly hair.

Some more info on Brazilian straightening:

• Keratin naturally straightens.
• Works better on colored or chemically treated hair.
• You can go into the pool or ocean after 4 days
• Will remain in virgin hair for two months, any other type of hair for 3-4 months.

First, be sure to research your salon. Find out which straightening product they use. The best Brazilian hair straightening system is said by some to be 'Chocolate'." This brand is imported directly from Brazil, and is the system that many major salons use. Second, make sure the technician performing the service has plenty of experience in the process. Look for, or ask to see, before and after photos of their work.

Brazilian Do's (now that you've had it done) :

• You do want to wear your hair down for at least 4 days to allow the product to settle in your hair.
• Do use a blow dryer or flatiron as needed, (in case hair gets wet during the first four days.)
• Do wear a silk scarf to pull your hair away from your face.
• Do use a shampoo without sodium chloride (sulfate-free) on your hair at all times.

Brazilian Dont's (the days following the treatment):

• Don't wash your hair for about four days (check with stylist)
• Do not tie your hair into a ponytail.
• Do not use hair clips.
• Do not place your hair behind your ears.
• Do not exercise or sweat.
• Do not use hair bands.
• Do not use your glasses to hold your hair back.
• Do not use sprays, gel or mousses.

If your hair is frizzy, curly or just plain unruly, the Brazilian straightening treatment will provide you with a low maintenance and gorgeous straight hair look!

You can see the before and after photo above...WOW!