Keratin Treatment Support Thread

Does anyone have a thumb heat protector for use with a flat iron? I need to order something for my next bkt, I'm not sure what it would be called, a flat iron thimble?
 
:lachen: OK, these will probably work best for our use.

Finger Protectors 12 pack

Finger Protectors for use with any extension method using heat. No more burned fingers! They are well fitted and can be reused. Great as well for use with hair coloring, bonding extension, and braiding. They can be trimmed to fit if they are to long for your fingers.
 
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Dak said:
Now that I have the right search words for it, I also found this: http://www.softexpressions.com/software/notions/CoolFngrs.php those quilters don't mess around, & I like the price! :yep:


Edited to add, think I'll go to some quilting stores, shipping is a bit much.
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I think I'm gonna go for these: http://www.labsafety.com/ZETEX-Glov...-Cots_s_1934/High---Low-Temp-Gloves_24537986/

highly textured form of silica that is inert and does not burn.
Specifications: Asbestos-free, high-tensile strength material withstands temperatures of up to 1100 deg F. Finger Cots are perfect when gloves or mittens are too bulky for the job. Prevent damage to fingers and materials during parts handling. Package of 12. All styles are one size fits all.
 
MyAngelEyez~C~U said:
I think I'm gonna go for these: http://www.labsafety.com/ZETEX-Glov...-Cots_s_1934/High---Low-Temp-Gloves_24537986/

highly textured form of silica that is inert and does not burn.
Specifications: Asbestos-free, high-tensile strength material withstands temperatures of up to 1100 deg F. Finger Cots are perfect when gloves or mittens are too bulky for the job. Prevent damage to fingers and materials during parts handling. Package of 12. All styles are one size fits all.
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One thing that concerns me with those (and the quilter protector) is whether or not the knit might snag the hair. It looks like there is a seam on the one you just posted that could pick up hair as you're smoothing it down, which would definitely interfere with the process. Another reason I'd like to see it first at a shop.
 
Dak said:
One thing that concerns me with those (and the quilter protector) is whether or not the knit might snag the hair. It looks like there is a seam on the one you just posted that could pick up hair as you're smoothing it down, which would definitely interfere with the process. Another reason I'd like to see it first at a shop.
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yeah, you are right...I just might have to take a trip to Michaels or someplace similar and take a look in person. the silicone finger protectors I posted might work a lil better...
 
:grin: My pics are in my fotki and in this thread

I went from...
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To...
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texasqt said:
:grin: My pics are in my fotki for my first BKT application. I used Soft-Liss Morango and there's sooo much that I want to say about it but at minimum I'm going to stick with it until its all gone. :yep: I'm almost 6 months post relaxer and I've been wearing my hair in braids for the past 3 months. Because of this I washed first with KeraCare and only twice with the clarifying shampoo.

With this treatment my hair is relaxer straight!!! BUT not from the product alone. I used my 1-inch Sedu on 410 and did more than 6 passes. I noticed the more I flat ironed the less sticky it became. I'm not sure about all the blowdrying as I did notice a lot of broken hairs :nono:(skipped naked blowdry but blowdried the treatment in and blowdried to style with hot air brush). My type 4 hair is thick but fragile so I may need to find another alternative.

The process took me forever (7/8 hours) and I did not wash the treatment out in 1 hour. I slept with it overnight and washed it out this morning. The wash out was pleasant and my hair overall is soft and manageable. I had absolutely no problems with the fumes and I didn't do anything special to prepare for it other than keep the 2 doors to my bathroom open. I did get a little teary-eyed when the steam from flat ironing got in my face. I'll be doing a root touch up next weekend and I'm going to get a trim today so I'll post that pic later.

Showing Texture with Clarifying Shampoo applied
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Top of hair with treatment applied and flat ironing. Opposite side had been blown dry.
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Texture Shot
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Final pic - After cold rinsing mask, drying and flat ironing again. Just realized I didn't take many pictures of the end result.
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One more picture to come after I get my hair trimmed.:grin:
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I love your results!!!!!!!!!:drunk: You may end up loving your results so much that you'll kick the relaxers to the curb! I only do 2 relaxers a year because I'm still very afraid of the damage, so if I can get my hair smooth enough with the Softliss or Dreamhair I'll have to kiss my ORS relaxer good-bye. :yep:

Thanks for posting your pics!:grin:
 
Veejee said:
I love your results!!!!!!!!!:drunk: You may end up loving your results so much that you'll kick the relaxers to the curb! I only do 2 relaxers a year because I'm still very afraid of the damage, so if I can get my hair smooth enough with the Softliss or Dreamhair I'll have to kiss my ORS relaxer good-bye. :yep:

Thanks for posting your pics!:grin:
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Thanks! I hope I can kick relaxers to the curb for good! :yep: I'm going to do a root application next week like you mentioned and go from there. I like that Soft-Liss comes in a kit so hopefully overtime it'll get better and I can stick with it.
 
I can't seem to find the time to get this done. Has anyone with natural type 4 BSL hair done this, and if so, how long did it take?
 
MissJ said:
I can't seem to find the time to get this done. Has anyone with natural type 4 BSL hair done this, and if so, how long did it take?
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It does take some time! My hair is more 3C/4A range and it has taken me start to finish, (start including dying my roots) 6 hours. Don't start at night like I did the first time!
 
MissJ said:
I can't seem to find the time to get this done. Has anyone with natural type 4 BSL hair done this, and if so, how long did it take?
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I usually do mine in two days. The washing/applying takes me about 2 hours, and the flat-ironing process takes me about 3.5 hours. For my first BKT, I did it all in one day...I (plus my hands) were very tired at the end...so I decided to do it in two, and it came out just as well. And also, you can still do what you need to do because it doesn't take out a big part of your day.
 
MyAngelEyez~C~U said:
Well, I've finally finished the "never-ending" BKT thread, :lachen:. I've been reading this thread for the past four days! Anywho, I've ordered my softliss sample kit from one of our own, and plan to do my first treatment in about three weeks. Since I will have to give up my beloved henna, I will be maintaining my red with jazzings or another semi-perminent color. I will also be texlaxing my new growth prior to the treatment.

I also had an observation for those who have had negative experiences with BKT and lack of moisture in the hair strands...does anyone think the reason most of these products say to blow dry hair 80% dry before applying BKT may be to seal in that 20% of moisture in the strand? Perhaps this is why those who apply to damp hair are having such positive results with their moisture levels....:look:
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My steps are in my fotki, but I didn't blowdry before the BKT application just after.
 
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Hey ladies -
what about after BKT? What to do between now and my next application?
I know to stay away from sodium and to use keratin products but what about how often is it okay to wash or co-wash? What about exercising and sweat? Do I continue to moisturize daily with what I've been using or do I need something else/more? Thanks in advance!
 
texasqt said:
Hey ladies -
what about after BKT? What to do between now and my next application?
I know to stay away from sodium and to use keratin products but what about how often is it okay to wash or co-wash? What about exercising and sweat? Do I continue to moisturize daily with what I've been using or do I need something else/more? Thanks in advance!
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I cowash daily and PS. Exercising and sweating is fine as long as you rinse your hair after (I cowash after). I still moisturize and seal daily and keep heat to a minimum. Not saying you have to, but that's what I do.
 
:wave: BKT'ers
Just stopping in to say everyones hair is looking AWESOME :yep: I just received my Dreamhair in the mail, along with my Sedu Nano Tourmalime iron. So I will post pictures soon. My work schedule has been busy. Wish we could all get together for one big BKT :band2: :dance7: PARTY!!!
 
cutenss said:
:wave: BKT'ers
Just stopping in to say everyones hair is looking AWESOME :yep: I just received my Dreamhair in the mail, along with my Sedu Nano Tourmalime iron. So I will post pictures soon. My work schedule has been busy. Wish we could all get together for one big BKT :band2: :dance7: PARTY!!!
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Aww man! This sounds like a blast!! I would be so there, yall!

Cutenss, I can't wait to see your results! :drool:
 
MyAngelEyez~C~U said:
Well, I've finally finished the "never-ending" BKT thread, :lachen:. I've been reading this thread for the past four days! Anywho, I've ordered my softliss sample kit from one of our own, and plan to do my first treatment in about three weeks. Since I will have to give up my beloved henna, I will be maintaining my red with jazzings or another semi-perminent color. I will also be texlaxing my new growth prior to the treatment.

I also had an observation for those who have had negative experiences with BKT and lack of moisture in the hair strands...does anyone think the reason most of these products say to blow dry hair 80% dry before applying BKT may be to seal in that 20% of moisture in the strand? Perhaps this is why those who apply to damp hair are having such positive results with their moisture levels....:look:
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Never thought of that, good point. Now I'm glad that I waited. I'm gonna try the Dreamhair BKT and the directions say to apply treatment to damp hair then blowdry and flat iron.
 
Wanted to thank Fab for finding the Rusk Keratin Treatment, I ordered the "big gulp" version off of Amazon (the seller "Sensation" had fair shipping & a good price, 33 ounces, $24.08 total). My package even arrived before the estimated arrival date,(love it when that happens).

Last night I couldn't get the pump to work so I just opened the lid and slathered two big handfuls on. I could tell right away that this stuff was going to be a keeper. It felt like it was immediately absorbing into my hair. I was too tired last night to use heat with it, so I just left it on about five minutes then rinsed it out.

I roller set last night & flat ironed it this morning, it looks so pretty! I've really been missing my Aveda DR and now I have a new "perfect product!"

So, what about the rest of that line? Is the shampoo BKT friendly? Has anyone used the conditioner? Or do you use the treatment each time you shampoo?
 
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