Keratin Treatment Sold for $275

[PuffyBrown]

I read the description and still do not know what is this product supposed to do?

I cannot see spending $275 for this. Is there something I am missing?

http://store.sickbay.biz/inmokehatr1l.html

 

[BlackGeisha]

check out this BKT Thread started not too long ago http://www.longhaircareforum.com/showthread.php?t=306905&highlight=

 

[tuffCOOKiE]

:yup: its a BKT protein treatment.. looks nice, but it doesn't come w instructional video..

 

[PuffyBrown]

I wonder how long it would be to get this from a stylist on a regular basis.

:yup: its a BKT protein treatment.. looks nice, but it doesn't come w instructional video..

 

[tuffCOOKiE]

There are stylists that do it, but it's gonna cost ya! There are women on the board that do it themselves. I'm still debating if I'm going to do this though. only because I think I want to weave up my hair for the NEXT YEAR .. sorry - I've had a rough year..

where are you located? if you are in the NY area there are plenty of places that do it. Especially asian stylists in Queens, I did my research

 

[PuffyBrown]

There are stylists that do it, but it's gonna cost ya! There are women on the board that do it themselves. I'm still debating if I'm going to do this though. only because I think I want to weave up my hair for the NEXT YEAR .. sorry - I've had a rough year..

where are you located? if you are in the NY area there are plenty of places that do it. Especially asian stylists in Queens, I did my research

There may be in some neighborhoods, but not where I live. Now that I think of it there is one shop that does the Japanese straightner so there probally is more that can do that and the keratin as well.

 

[Anew]

Goodness, what does it do?

 

[Mars_Reiko]

Wow, i didn't know this could be done at home. I'm pretty brave when it comes to DIY with hair, but I don't think I'll try this.......although it would be cheaper j/k

 

[ravenmerlita]

It's a BKT - Brazilian Keratin Treatment. Straightens the hair, can strengthen it too. Lasts 2-4 months before it wears off.

I did it myself at home. I used a formaldehyde-free version that didn't have the chemical fumes associated with other kinds. My hair isn't perfectly straight but it seems texturized, straightens very easily and stays straight through exercise and bad weather.

The bottle pictured at sickbay is a large salon size -- a liter that can be used for 12 to 18 treatments so that's around $20 a treatment or so. I've seen smaller sizes of different brands starting to appear on the internet. These are like $30 for four ounces and $130 for ten ounces.

 

[Rina]

It's a BKT - Brazilian Keratin Treatment. Straightens the hair, can strengthen it too. Lasts 2-4 months before it wears off.

I did it myself at home. I used a formaldehyde-free version that didn't have the chemical fumes associated with other kinds. My hair isn't perfectly straight but it seems texturized, straightens very easily and stays straight through exercise and bad weather.

The bottle pictured at sickbay is a large salon size -- a liter that can be used for 12 to 18 treatments so that's around $20 a treatment or so. I've seen smaller sizes of different brands starting to appear on the internet. These are like $30 for four ounces and $130 for ten ounces.

Ohh ok I see. Thanks for explaining. I remember when I used to go to the Dominican hair salons, they always used to harrass me into doing it because they said my hair was "too curly" and it would be nice it I had it. Dont get me wrong, it seems like an ok idea [for someone who wants to do it] but I can't stand when its not what I want to do.

 

[PuffyBrown]

Oh ok that makes sense.
Does anyone know how the product is applied. Do you just pour it in your hair and let it sit for a few minutes or what?

It's a BKT - Brazilian Keratin Treatment. Straightens the hair, can strengthen it too. Lasts 2-4 months before it wears off.

I did it myself at home. I used a formaldehyde-free version that didn't have the chemical fumes associated with other kinds. My hair isn't perfectly straight but it seems texturized, straightens very easily and stays straight through exercise and bad weather.

The bottle pictured at sickbay is a large salon size -- a liter that can be used for 12 to 18 treatments so that's around $20 a treatment or so. I've seen smaller sizes of different brands starting to appear on the internet. These are like $30 for four ounces and $130 for ten ounces.

 

[Lebiya]

what is formaldehyde? why is it bad?

Is formaldehyde in a perm too?

 

[PuffyBrown]

I believe that is the same product that is used to preserve dead things. Remember the jars in biology class?

I just googled and found this article. I thought it was interesting.




Brazilian Hair Straightening: Is the Controversy Just B.S.?
By Sangay Glass http://hubpages.com/hub/straightbs
Brazilian straightening is a hot new process to tame curly locks that might be flat out dangerous.
While many salons claim that their procedures are safe, the skinny on Brazilian straightening is that all the products contain formaldehyde.
With so much controversy surrounding this very effective, but possibly unsafe straightening method, salon owners are now sweeping the dust under the carpet and calling the tiger a kitten.
Names like, BKT, or Brazilian Keratin Treatments are becomming more common than the original hazardous namesake, and some salons claim to use to smallest percentage needed.
But... where safety is concerned...it's best to be an informed consumer.
First it's important to understand that small amounts of formaldehyde are present all around us, it occurs naturally and is found in many manmade products.



The questions arose because the formaldehyde used in manufactured products breaks down slowly under normal circumstances, and is not rapidly released into the enviorment.
However, heat and moderate humidity levels hastens the breakdown and release of the chemical.
Since formaldehyde can bond and stick around awhile, meaning it would be hard to wash out in a few shampoos, there are concerns that the chemical could accumulate on the hair over time and would be re-released with each wash and dry.
So, long term use of the straightening method would also mean long term exposure, and accumulation on the hair.
What Are The Effects Of Formaldehyde?
1) Some people are naturally highly sensitive to formaldehyde, others may not be as sensitive but over time develop an allergy to it. It's in the chemical's make up to stir the immune system and cause sensitivity.
2) Runny nose, sore throat, headache, itching, and irritated eyes can occur with low levels of exposure.
3) It is also a known carcinogen, and smokers in particular are at a greater risk for cancers of the airways, including nasal passages when they are exposed to formaldehyde.



How Can We Protect Ourselves?
Pregnant women, people with compromised lung functioning whether from bronchitis or smoking, and formaldehyde sensitive people must make a great effort to avoid exposure.
Ask if Formaldehyde or the Brazilian Straightening System is being used in your salon. There are salons that refuse to use the system because if the risk to their clients.
People working with chemicals are just as at risk as the clients they serve. Wearing gloves, and installing a proper ventilation system could help, but remember you are still exposing yourself continuously thereby increasing your chances of harm.
If you experience the symptoms associated with low level exposure, get outside, if product is in the hair ask the stylist to ventilate the room, and rinsed it out ASAP once you feel better.
If you suddenly experience shortness of breath, accompanied by hives, or burning sensations around your head, ask for help, call 911, and get to a ventilated area.
If after a few days with the treatment you or family members start feeling under the weather with respiratory symptoms and fatigue, consult your doctor, and tell him/her about your exposure to formaldehyde.

How Can You Get Straight Hair Without Chemicals?
The ceramic flat irons are great. They smooth, and give just enough lift and curl to make curly heads happy without the unflattering look of flat lifeless hair.
It's also said you get what you pay for:
Paul Mitchell (PM) makes some very great products like Super Skinny and Gloss Drops, but ask a Paul Mitchell stylist trained to use these products to show you how to get the look you want.
And he has a line of kids products like detangler that saves me lots of morning time brushing through my very tanglely curly kid's hair.
Taming my super curly hair has been a lifelong journey, but in the end, I find it's best to just deal with my hair according to the day's challenge.
There are lots of people out their who thought bone straight hair was their dream and got the BS treatment only to find out that the look makes them look all washed up.
But.. if you still have a will to wilt the links below might be helpful.
Good luck

what is formaldehyde? why is it bad?

Is formaldehyde in a perm too?

 

[ravenmerlita]

Oh ok that makes sense.
Does anyone know how the product is applied. Do you just pour it in your hair and let it sit for a few minutes or what?

You apply it by clarifying your hair first, drying it completely and then putting in the solution section by section from root to end (like applying a virgin relaxer). Then the hair is blown dry with the solution still in it and then flat ironed. The complete directions for the brand I used are here: http://www.goldwellofpa.com/paul_brown/main_jul08_2.pdf.

Some directions I've read say to flat iron each section 3 to 4 passes. Also some don't blow dry the hair before applying the solution.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

You apply it by clarifying your hair first, drying it completely and then putting in the solution section by section from root to end (like applying a virgin relaxer). Then the hair is blown dry with the solution still in it and then flat ironed. The complete directions for the brand I used are here: http://www.goldwellofpa.com/paul_brown/main_jul08_2.pdf.

Some directions I've read say to flat iron each section 3 to 4 passes. Also some don't blow dry the hair before applying the solution.

Were you natural before the treatment? And if so does your hair curl back up when you wash it?