Keratin complex - Questionable changes in hair

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Keratin complex - Questionable changes in hair

by Vikki
(Winder)

I have had Keratin Complex done three times total now. I love the way it makes my hair look and feel.I have noticed some changes in my hair that are questionable such as being really tangled when wet. I also noticed my hair dresser is cutting my hair shorter and shorter and I am beginning to wonder if it is doing damage to my ends because they appear thinner. She also gave me alot of choppy layers I didnt ask for. So I am getting suspicious of the product. Any one out there have answers for me?

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Keratin complex - Questionable changes in hair

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re changes in hair
by: Anonymous

I have in the past had my hair relaxed by an anti-curl. Loved it twice but after the 3rd time noticed a lot of breakage on the ends (Litttle pieces of my hair falling into the sink as I styled). My stylist had to cut my layers short but it kept breaking at the ends. I also color my hair to cover gray. With the anti-curl my hair was always difficult to comb-out.

You have to use a DEEP conditioner after shampoo and leave it in. You will solve the tangle problem. I have just gotten the Coppola Keratin complex 2 days ago and have not washed it out yet. I was hoping to avoid the damage to my ends. Now that I have read your comment I am concerned. Try not to use too much heat on your hair. Make sure your blow dryer is that ionized one and skip any flat iron if you can. Its the heat that hurts our hair. Good luck

Keratin Complex is a gel-based solution
by: Jordana

Keratin Complex is a gel-based solution and does leave hair a bit dry/stiff. Brazilian Blowout has cacao oil which leaves it soft+silky also Global Keratin (available with/without formaldehyde so be careful!) has a moisturizing base so is a bit softer.

HATE IT!!!!
by: Anonymous

It is the WORST thing I have EVER done to my hair, It has been seven months and I still can't get this crap out!!! I stopped useing the sulfate free shampoo four months ago. To no avail its still in my hair. I has VERY thick curly hair and now its stringy and thin.

My keratin only lasted 3 weeks
by: Anonymous

At my last comment I mentioned my problems with the anti-curl. I had the keratin complex done and my first shampoo and style was amazing. Effortless and smooth. Second shampoo I left it to air dry because they were soft waves, just beautiful and no frizz. 3 weeks later, I am in Montauk and my hair is curly, frizzy and horrible. This is only after 3 weeks! I am disappointed.

Hair-loss from coppola keratin treatment
by: Amber

I had the Paul Cappola keratin done about 4 weeks ago. I used to have thick course curly hair. At first my hair was beautiful; soft and silky. I started losing my hair in clumps. It's become so thin. My friends and family kept saying it was the keratin treatment. After some research, I found other women that have had the same procedure and are also losing tons of hair. This is horrifying!! It all makes sense. All blood-work has came out normal. I wish I never did this treatment. I hope others come forward to share their stories about hair-loss after using this product. Ladies beware of these types of products!

keratin and hair loss
by: Anonymous

I am so sorry to hear that. I had the same treatment a couple of months ago. I have always had a lot of hair loss. I don't notice any more hair loss than usual though. But I will be watching. How long did they keep the treatment on your hair?

Questionable Technique
by: Anonymous

It's very easy to jump to the conclusion that something new done is the cause of a new, unpleasant reaction.
I caution everyone to do the following when ANY new procedure is done to any part of the body.

Ask the technician what (if any) training they have received. How many times have they performed this service? Make sure they do a thorough consultation on your hair type, expectations, etc. Like any invasive procedure, they should have received specific training in how to perform the technique, and what products to use.

The amount of product used, iron temperature, whether you have permanent or demi permanent hair color, and other factors should be accessed and judged by the technician as it applies to an individual.

I feel that many of the problems people have complained of are the result of improper technique or training. Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy is a safe, healthful way to smooth hair that should actually make the hair better and smoother (with longer lasting results) with each use.

Keratin vs. Opti-Smooth (thermal straightening)
by: Anonymous

I have had the Opti-Smooth Thermal Straightening done about 5-6 time in the last 5 years. Most of the time I have loved it, however, a couple of times I have had very bad breakage -- and not just the ends but from all the way up to the root. I think the problem with both times I had bad breakage was from my stylist allowing the hair washing girl to rinse my hair. I don't think she rinsed it well enough.

How does the Keratin smoothing compare? Can anyone tell me if this is easier on your hair than the thermal opti-smooth method?