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Coppola Keratin Complex - Toxicity and Original Formulas


(Miami)

I am a stylist in Miami who has used numerous different brands/formulas of the "Brazilian " Keratin Treatment. To tell you the truth, I (and my co-workers) have concluded that there is no perfect Keratin Treatment.

The original formaldehyde formulas were by far the best as far as straightening/de-frizzing. Period. The lower formaldehyde formulas were not as straight & didn't last as long. The Coppola Complex & other formaldehyde-free products that our salon tried were the least straight and didn't last very long. I question the person who commented claiming it lasted 8 months. Our clients were very unhappy with CKC.

The problem is toxicity. The original formulas were highly toxic (didn't take a scientist to tell us that the fumes were not healthy to breathe) and removing the formaldehyde clearly changes the results. We also did our homework & most form-free products, including the Coppola have other ingredients with are similar and are also toxic. Coppola uses Aldehyde and another product uses Ether (Global Keratin). Both ingredients are carcinogens when heat is added.

The results from these treatments appear to make the hair healthier. but in all honesty, as a stylist performing these treatments I have not seen hair become healthier after multiple treatments. I have been performing these on clients for over 2 years & I have not seen any major difference in my clients hair, it just appears healthier because it is coated with this product. If anything I think it possibly becomes dependent on having the treatment to look healthy.

My advice: get good styling products & a quality brush/ dryer/ iron.

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Coppola Keratin Complex - Toxicity and Original Formulas

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Brazilian Hair Straightener.
by: Anonymous

My advice is use a high end, salon quality product. Here in Brazil a brand called Zene Escova Progress is number 1 and yes, it does work. At least as well as the old formulas, probably better. Trust me, I use the stuff every day on my clients and sell online - www.escovaprogress.com - I've yet to receive a complaint... Seriously, if your not completely in agreement I'll eat my hat!

escovapogress
by: Anonymous

Honestly you cant use that product on anybody who wants to leave the house during the 2 days when it has to stay in. Not only it causes a burning sensation to the skin and scalp, it leaves your hair grayish dull and coated like with sugar water, in fact when you dry and iron your hair with the product on, it pulls out a lot of hair because it is so gewy. The result is beautiful though.

Dont HATE COPPOLA is GREAT
by: IM EATING YOUR HAT

I am a hairstylist, I have been using the Coppola treatment for over a year and it is great. Not only does it work for white and Hispanic people but it works for Black people. I just love it! In the packet that we received when we were trained on this treatment it said it lasts 3 to 6 months I have a client who is black, we did the COPPOLA Keratin Treatment 7 months and she hasn't needed a refresher yet.

YUM THAT BRAZILIAN HAT TASTES SO GOOOD!! :)

What do i do
by: Anonymous

When i applied the Escova progress in my hair it all seemed fine, but when i had to blow-dry it, i could not get it dry - It was just all greasy , so i had to give up. And that made me really sad .
What did i do wrong?

Coppola
by: Anonymous

First my hair was like Diana Ross thanks to Coppola I am Jennifer Aniston. I LOVE IT, I wish I had this when I was in high school and College. I have had 5 txs and it lasts 3-4 months which sucks wish it lasted longer but that is my only complaint.

Coppola
by: Anonymous

As a stylist that has used the Coppola treatment, yes the end result is beautiful, but my lungs suffer every time I do one, and my hands ache. I actually cough every time. I even went and bought us face masks to wear. Does anyone know why it can't be done on pregnant women, nor pregnant stylists??

Thank you
by: Anonymous

I have to thank you on your report of keratin treatments. I have been trying to find if there is any treatment aldehyde free....and know thanks to you I know there isn't, I wont risk my health for having my hair straight.
I will keep looking if you post something that works without any risks!!!!

Loved the Coppola Treatment
by:

I had the CKC treatment done a month and a half ago. I don't know if maybe my salon used a different Coppola version, but there were absolutely no fumes, or any discomfort for that matter. I even came back to the salon to wash it out and another girl was having it done and I couldn't smell anything. So I'm really confused about everyone else's experience. I had a great one! The only drawback is that it doesn't seem to last very long if you wash your hair everyday. I don't know if I could really skip washing my hair regularly bc it gets kinda nappy in the morning but on my next treatment I'm going to try and work with it again...

Brocato smoothing system
by: effects salon

Brocato has just released a keratin smoothing treatment that is free of ALL formaldehyde or related toxic ingredients. It lasts 8-12 weeks and absolutely is effective. It also is does not reform the bonds so curl returns gradually...awesome product!!!

LOVE IT FROM DOWN UNDER
by: Anonymous

I had it done in my salon in Australia. I had it done over the summer months so plenty of saltwater, chlorine and summer sun to help it wash-out quicker. Six months later - it is still good, not as pin straight or as shiny as the first 4 months, but still very easy to manage. I'm getting mine re-done tomorrow and I can't wait. The fumes did make my eyes water a-lot and it did kinda choke me up a bit - but beauty is pain.

Coppola Keratin Treatment
by: Anonymous

I've had my treatment so far for 4 months......absolutely, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!!! My hair is silky.........does not.....I repeat DOES NOT - frizz. No matter how humid it stays straight. This is my favourite treatment. Absolutely love it:)

Does it leave youre roots greasy?
by: Anonymous

Hi, Ive been obsessing about getting this treatment done for months but want to make sure i've done my research first! Ive heard that it leaves your hair quite greasy. I already have to wash my hair every second day because my roots get too oily. I don't want it to get worse. Would love to get your opinions on this.

RE: Does it leave youre roots greasy?
by:

There has been several cases that clients reported unusual oiliness in their hair several days after treatment and there is no clear answer on why some experience this and some not. It could be result of unsuccessful treatment by hairdresser or specific scalp reaction to product. You can read some of the comments in this section

Coppola Keratin
by: Anonymous

I had the Coppola Keratin treatment in the beginning of May. I actually didn't want it poker straight. The stylist thought I would get 4 months out of it. I am just (mid-July) starting to see it wear off a bit, but my hair has also grown out at least an inch. I think 3 months is it for me.

The treatment was $195. I'm very happy with it. I could either do nothing and it would look fine or I could spend 10 minutes and get it looking great.

My hair is EXTREMELY frizzy/fuzzy in summer (in NJ), so no matter how smooth and straight I get it, if I get hot and sweaty, my hair goes to hell.

Keratin complex coppolla
by: uniq hair

Our salon has started the treatment.We have loved the results.Our clients have not complained about any smell,nor us as the stylist applying it.Anyone wanting this treatment to reduce frizz free hair its definitely a must...

Coppola not for me
by: Frizzy in NC

My stylist said the Coppola Keratin treatment got better the more it was done. I thought my first treatment worked fairly well and was looking forward to better results following my second treatment, six months after the first.

Unfortunately, after the second treatment, my hair looks and feels damaged. I'm getting a lot of breakage and the frizz is back with a vengenance. Got it cut short and I'm looking forward to growing the treated hair out and having healthy hair again, even if it is curly.

This is not a miracle solution. It is a chemical treatment, can result in overprocessed hair and is not for everyone.

Health
by: Anonymous

Have you had your red blood cell levels checked ? It might be a way check the health of us stylists, after using these products for awhile.
Regards

Yeah great product if you want to be bald!
by: Anonymous

I received the Brazilian Blowout and have lost at least 50% of my hair! Guess what? I'm am not the only one! Do your research before getting this done! Google Keratin and extreme hair loss. This product should be banned!

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