“I can’t stand this shapeless hair any longer, I’m going to do the keratin treatment”. “No, actually, lamination”. When summer arrives, the desire to dedicate oneself to drying And styling with heat sources drops to an all-time low, partly because this season is synonymous with liberation from the patterns (also beauty) and a little because the risk is to finish the styling in a pool of sweat.
The lucky ones with smooth and silky hair do not know the problem but for all those who struggle with itfrizz effect the probability of going crazy is high. For this reason one of the solutions that most often comes to mind is to do a treatment that regulates them once and for allor at least for a few months.
If keratin is a well-known must-have for taming unruly hair, in recent months hair lamination has also become a big trend, which It might seem similar but it actually isn’t. To clarify things a bit and understand what to ask your hairdresser we spoke with thehairstylist Andrea Nizzi.
What are the differences between keratin treatment and lamination?
«Even though the results may seem almost the same, in reality they are many. Both allow you to obtain smooth and shiny hair but while Keratin affects the structure of the hair modifying it, lamination only acts externallycreating a film that, in addition to relaxing them, makes them brighter and with the glass effect that is so popular at the moment.”
What should the choice between the two solutions be based on?
«On the final result you want to achieve but also on the type of hair you start with. keratin It is suitable for everyone but especially recommended for those who have them curly, big, thick and tending to frizz and look for something that will make them smooth and silky without having to use the straightener every day. Lamination has a milder effect and since it does not intervene on the hair structure, it does not work on all types of hair. Those who have curly or very frizzy hair risk not seeing many benefits, while I recommend it to those who already have straight hair and not weakened by coloring or other intense treatments and want to obtain a mirror effect, much more visible with this treatment than with the keratin one».
Are there any contraindications?
«For lamination, no, instead they should pay attention to keratin be careful with those with already heavily treated hair because its creation involves the spreading of a mixture that is then sealed through the use of a high-temperature straightener that could make them even more sensitive. Before proceeding, it is therefore always a good idea to ask your hairdresser for advice».
When it comes to smoothing treatments, the doubts are mainly about the formulations, in particular the presence of formaldehyde, dangerous for health but once very common. Is it still used?
«No, in Europe for years according to what has been established by the WHO in cosmetic products it is only allowed for a maximum of 0.2%. The keratins on the market today are almost always plant-based or with safe percentages so if you rely on serious professionals from this point of view you do not run any risks».
How long do the results last?
«Even though a lot depends on the skill of the operator, the products used and the maintenance that is done daily, I would say that the effect of keratin lasts about 6 months. Afterwards it is usually the case to repeat the treatment but not so much because the effect wears off but because the regrowth starts to be significant and the hair is no longer uniform. The lamination on the other hand lasts a little less, I would say a couple of months at most».
Can they be done at any time of the year?
«Yes. However, I recommend doing the keratin at the end of spring to avoid the problem of taming the hair when it’s hot, and then just before winter, so as to prepare the hair to face the typical meteorological events of the season such as rain, wind and humidity, which can dry it out further”.
How much do they cost?
«There are many variables: the type of hair, how much product is needed, the salon you choose and even the geographical area. Taking these and other factors into account, we can say that the costs of a treatment at keratin They are included between 100 and 300 euroswhile those of a lamination they are hovering around the 100».
Do they require specific maintenance to make them last longer?
«Nothing exceptional except the foresight of Do not use shampoos and other products with sulphates or overly aggressive ingredients which risk weakening hair that is already a bit fragile because it is treated. The ideal is to do the lightest cleansing possible, wash your hair as often as possible according to your type and periodically apply a good mask with a slightly acidic pH that allows you to seal the cuticles well and increase the performance of the keratin.
Source: Vanity Fair
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