Ladies who got the Brazilian Keratin Treatment: Updates on BKT and questions

[luckiestdestiny]

I am a writer I was doing a story on keratin treatment and a local stylist offered to do the $400 treatment for free. I am supposed to do it on Monday. It is supposed to be the formaldehyde free version. Since I've done my research I am happy to get it done --even excited. The only thing I'm concerned about is them trying to "trim" my hair. It will be my first time going to a stylist in over 2 years. I'm super anxious about it.

Your hair looks fine. I would NOT let them trim it.

 

[ella_belle]

I am a writer I was doing a story on keratin treatment and a local stylist offered to do the $400 treatment for free. I am supposed to do it on Monday. It is supposed to be the formaldehyde free version. Since I've done my research I am happy to get it done --even excited. The only thing I'm concerned about is them trying to "trim" my hair. It will be my first time going to a stylist in over 2 years. I'm super anxious about it.

Don't let them get out a pair of scissors, much less pick them up. Go around the salon and move every pair of scissors as far away as you possibly can. Hide them if necessary.

Seriously though, if you're firm about not wanting it trimmed, they probably won't push it. This article could be really good publicity for them after all!

 

[sheba1]

That's so exciting SouthernTease! Good luck to you. Hope you love your result. Please share pics, either way?

 

[Ganjababy]

I am a writer I was doing a story on keratin treatment and a local stylist offered to do the $400 treatment for free. I am supposed to do it on Monday. It is supposed to be the formaldehyde free version. Since I've done my research I am happy to get it done --even excited. The only thing I'm concerned about is them trying to "trim" my hair. It will be my first time going to a stylist in over 2 years. I'm super anxious about it.

Keep us updated

 

[AtlantaJJ]

Hey Ella Belle! You go ahead, throwing those terms about! And soon you'll be one of the few that has BKT'd, as well! I hope you enjoy your results

I have not BKT'd yet but I have researched A LOT and plan on BKTing soon. I've asked around and I've learned that washing and heat wears on the process. Whatever shampoo and conditioner you choose should be free of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and must be free of Sodium Chloride. I also read that it may be best to use a shampoo and conditioner that has keratin to refill areas with each wash. FoxxyLissa1025 says she uses natural shampoos and her treatment lasts longer because of it.

I don't know of popular brands overseas but maybe you could take a look at some labels? Just make sure it doesn't have those two things.

I read an article that recommended Mill Creek's Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner. You can read the article here.

I was going to suggest this, which I have in my closet, it sounds like it would be perfect for this.... let me run and check the label...

Shampoo:
Ingredients: Deionixed Water, Sodium Myreth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamphoacetate Lauramide, Panthenol (Provitamin B5), Hydrolyzed Keratin, Henna Extract, Chamomile Extract, Nettle Extract, Rosemary Extract, Comfrey Extract, Quillaja Extract, Barley Extract, Balsam Peru, Apple Pectin, Allantoin, Sodium Caseinate, Zinc Chloride, Magnesium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Aloe Vera Gel, Octyl Dimethyl PABA, Citric Acid, Methylparaben, Organic Essential Oil, Propylparaben, Fragrance, Caramel.

Conditioner:
Deionized Water, Stearalkonium Chloride, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Cottonseed Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Panthenol (provitamin B5), Balsam Peru, Olive Oil, Retinyl Palmitate vitamin A), Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), Tocopherol (vitamin E), Rosemary Extract, Barley Extract, Hydrolyzed RNA, Hydrolyzed DNA, Octyl Dimethyl PABA, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Caseinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Corn Oil, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Diazolidinyl Urea, Fragrance, Carmine, Caramel.

 

[crazydaze911]

I am a writer I was doing a story on keratin treatment and a local stylist offered to do the $400 treatment for free. I am supposed to do it on Monday. It is supposed to be the formaldehyde free version. Since I've done my research I am happy to get it done --even excited. The only thing I'm concerned about is them trying to "trim" my hair. It will be my first time going to a stylist in over 2 years. I'm super anxious about it.

doesnt look like you need a trim to me (from ur siggy pic) so DONT DO IT! i tell them as soon as i get in the chair that im not trimming no matter what they say or how they think it looks - lol. ur hair looks great by the way - is that ur natural color?

 

[crazydaze911]

Hey Ella Belle! You go ahead, throwing those terms about! And soon you'll be one of the few that has BKT'd, as well! I hope you enjoy your results

I have not BKT'd yet but I have researched A LOT and plan on BKTing soon. I've asked around and I've learned that washing and heat wears on the process. Whatever shampoo and conditioner you choose should be free of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and must be free of Sodium Chloride. I also read that it may be best to use a shampoo and conditioner that has keratin to refill areas with each wash. FoxxyLissa1025 says she uses natural shampoos and her treatment lasts longer because of it.

I don't know of popular brands overseas but maybe you could take a look at some labels? Just make sure it doesn't have those two things.

I read an article that recommended Mill Creek's Keratin Shampoo and Conditioner. You can read the article here.

I've never heard that heat wears it down. that sounds weird considering the whole point is to be able to use heat more easily and with less effort if you do not want to airdry. did u hear this on several different sites?

 

[justnotsure]

I did it! I took the plunge and did the BKT on my hair. You can see the pictures in my fotki!

 

[sheba1]

I did it! I took the plunge and did the BKT on my hair. You can see the pictures in my fotki!

Wow, looks beautiful, Not sure!! Seems like you were sure about this one

 

[sheba1]

I've never heard that heat wears it down. that sounds weird considering the whole point is to be able to use heat more easily and with less effort if you do not want to airdry. did u hear this on several different sites?

I think so.... but I have read soooo much about BKT in just the last week that I can't be sure. I don't think it means heat will damage the BKT; more like excessive heat may cause it to last a shorter period than if you used less. But, again, it's second hand for me. I have not yet done the BKT. This is only from reading some opinions. And there really aren't many of those (opinions) about BKT online. Not from authorities, anyway.

 

[sheba1]

Hey guys! Another good shampoo might be the WEN cleansing conditioner. Or, better yet, for cheaper, you could get similar ingredients but over half the cost with Sally's WEN knock-off, Hair One. There's a lhcf thread devoted to it here.

WEN® Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner
Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Prunus Serotina (Wild Cherry) Bark Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydrolyzed Wheat, Protein, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Polysorbate 60, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Amodimethicone, Citric Acid, Menthol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Fragrance (Parfum, Limonene.

 

[MarieB]

Too funny! I just bought the Hair One Jojoba today; I am giving all my sodium chloride products to my DIL!

 

[sheba1]

Too funny! I just bought the Hair One Jojoba today; I am giving all my sodium chloride products to my DIL!

I love the ingredients in this! Please let us know how it feels on your BKT'd hair.

I'm gathering all of the supplies I need for my BKT journey now even though I don't expect to get my BKT until this summer. I'm torn, though. I love the ingredients in the mill creek biotin shampoo, too:

Deionized water, biotin, hydrolyzed keratin, peppermint oil, hydrolyzed elastin, niacin, folic acid, panthenol (provitamin B5), organic aloe vera gel, organic essential oil, jojoba oil, inositol, barley extract, sodium myreth sulfate, cocamidopropyl betaine (coconut oil), octyl dimethyl PABA, styrene / acrylates copolymer, citric acid, potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, botanical fragrance.

But all those "sodium ....." make me a little nervous. What do you think? I know technically only the sodium chloride is the no no but... the last thing I want is to damage my bkt result.

 

[SouthernTease]

That's so exciting SouthernTease! Good luck to you. Hope you love your result. Please share pics, either way?

I will.

doesnt look like you need a trim to me (from ur siggy pic) so DONT DO IT! i tell them as soon as i get in the chair that im not trimming no matter what they say or how they think it looks - lol. ur hair looks great by the way - is that ur natural color?

I think it's the lighting my hair isn't that light.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

I was just surfing around and found this product on SickBay.biz and found this :scratchch - I'm really getting intrigued now...

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

[FONT=arial, helvetica]The Premiere Brazilian Keratin System can be used on all kinds of hair, leaving them healthier, shinier, frizz free, straight or with natural waves for a period of up to three months. [/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY [/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]How does it works?
The Premiere Brazilian Keratin System, considering the way it works and results obtained, could be called a "Keratin based deep leaving conditioner", keratin is the primary protein of the skin, hair and nails that leaves the hair healthy, silky and shiny. The action of the well-balanced and time-tested formulation of the "Premiere Brazilian Keratin System" is immediately felt and sn right after the first application. Once the hair is washed with a purifying shampooo to remove all the cosmetics build-up and the fissures and oxidated points are exposed, the reconstructive and beneficial ingredients of KeraHair are applied and start to act inside the hair shaft. Hydrolyzed human keratin, vitamins, moisturizers and other reconstrutive ingredients are put back where they belong, for a healthier, soft and shinier hair. All these ingredients are the sealed inside the hair through the action of th heat of a blow dryer and of a flat iron. [/FONT]
[FONT=arial, helvetica]Directons: [/FONT]

• [FONT=arial, helvetica]
  [*]Wash the hair with a deep cleansing shampoo to remove all styling products and to open the hair cuticle. Towel dry the hair.
  [*]Divide the hair in 4 to 5 sections, Apply Keratin on each section. You may have to take smaller sections of each division to assure that every strand of hair receives the treatment.
  [*]Blow-dry with a round/paddle brush. Very important each section is completely brushed and blow-dried.
  [*]Divide again the head in 4 to 5 sections and flat iron each section to seal the keratin into the hair, style as desired. May use styling tools of any kind or silicon/oil drops.[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Caution: This product may contain ingredients, which may cause skin irritation to certain individuals and a premilinary reaction test, (drop behind the earsfor 5 minutes), must be performed. If a reaction occurs (redness of skin), DO NOT apply this treatment. The professional applying this product should wear gloves and avoid contact with the eye. If contact with eyes is made, wash the eyes with plenty of water and call your doctor. [/FONT]

[FONT=arial, helvetica]Ingredients: Water, Cyclomethicone, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut Oil), Olea Europea(Olive Fruit Oil, Certylesters, Arachis, Hypogae (Peanut) Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Sorbitol, Silk Animo Oil, Polyacrymide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Laureth-7 DMDM Hydantion, Hydroxyethycellulose, Stearalkonium Chloride, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Cetearyl Alcohol, Amodimethicome, Octoxynol-40, Isolaureth-6, Propylene Glycol, Premiere Brazilian Keratin System (Keratin Amino Acids 150 M.W.), Dimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate, Magnesium PCA, Zinc PCA, Manganese PCA, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Oenothera Beinnis (Evening Primorose) Oil, Sosa Canina (Rose Hips) Fruit Oil, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Panthothenic Acid (Vitamin B5), Ceteareth-5, Methyl Gluceth-20, Magnesium Sulfate, Panthenol, Citric Adcid, Methylyparaben, Propylparaben, Formaldehyde, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Linalool, Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Red, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cylamethicone, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimechicone, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Triticumvulgare (Weat) Germ Oil, Canola Oil (Canola, Huile de Colza), Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Ethylehyxl Methoxycinnamate, Hydroxysioheyl 3-Cyclohexenecarboxaldelnyde and Fragrance. [/FONT]

This is the entire system at Just Beauty Products...
http://www.justbeautyproducts.com/proddetail.cfm?ItemID=1802
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[FONT=arial, helvetica]The Premiere Brazilian Keratin System can be used on all kinds of hair, leaving them healthier, shinier, frizz free, straight or with natural waves for a period of up to three months. [/FONT]

Bio Naza Kerahair Premiere Brazilian Keratin System. Group of 4. This group contains:

(1)Bio Naza Cosmetics KeraHair Purifying Shampoo Of 16 Oz.

* Deep Clarifies
* Removes Residual Buildup
* Opens the Cuticle
* Prepares the hair for treatments

(1)Bio Naza Kerahair Premiere Brazilian Keratin System 16 Oz.

The KeraHair Premiere Brazilian Keratin System is a revolutionary hair reconstructor and volume reducer treatment that eliminates frizzy hair, leaving it straight or wavy, healthy and shinning for up to three months. It works on all kinds of hair, differing only in the way it is applied.
Considering the way it works, we could call it a Deep Leaving Conditioner in which the major ingredient is keratin extracted from human hair. KeraHair- Premiere Brazilian Keratin Sytem was developed and being used by its developer since the early 2001 and is now on its third and improved version. Today you can color, highlight and wash the hair on the same day the treatment is applied.
You can wash your hair with shampoo and conditioner, swim, and go to beach on the same day, without being afraid of losing the effect of KeraHair- Premiere Brazilian Keratin System.

(1)Bio Naza Cosmetics KeraHair Daily Conditioner Of 16 Oz.

* Hair Moisturizer
* Daily Conditioner
* Heals over-processed
* Extends KeraHair Treatment and Haircolor up to 100% longer

(1)Bio Naza Cosmetics KeraHair Daily Shampoo Of 16 Oz.

* Adds Shine
* Daily use
* Moisturizes
* Repairs
* Retains Color



Bio Naza Kerahair Premiere Brazilian Keratin System. Group of 4.


Any knowledge / experiences with this product ladies? At first glance I was not able to tell the percentage of formaldehyde in this product. I like the fact that it is a complete system.

 

[healthytext]

I was looking at KeraHair on eBay. It contains 1.6% formaldehyde and the listing claimed that there would be no fumes or irritation during the ironing process, not sure I believe that though.

 

[MissRissa]

ok where on earth can i find the Advanced Keratin Treatment?

 

[healthytext]

This is the only place I've seen the Advanced Keratin for sale. If you happen to know a professional stylist then you might be able to order directly from Lasio.

Soft-Liss is looking pretty good to me and the price isn't too bad. Here are some before and after photos. I also found a forum post with tons of great BKT info and some before/after pictures: Meet the Brazilian Keratin and YOUR BKT stylist

Here's a helpful tidbit from that post:

Formaldehyde is frequently identified in these products through the names of its derivatives, such as quaternium-15, formalin, formalina, octyl aldehyde, methanediol, formic aldehyde, aldehyde formique, capryl aldehyde, methylene glycol, ethyl, methanol, methyl aldehyde, imidazolidinyl urea, diazolidinyl, morbicid acid, and oxymethylene, amongst others.

 

[MissRissa]

thanks, i'm going to have to go with another brand because $400 is waay to steep for me.

 

[sheba1]

thanks, i'm going to have to go with another brand because $400 is waay to steep for me.

Global Keratin has a formaldehyde free version at http://bestkeratin.com. Their 16.9 ounce is about half the price of their 33.8oz that runs $320. You have to call their corporate office to order it because it is not on the site.

Their 2% and 4% formaldehyde formulas are a bit cheaper; $150 for 16.9 ounces. That's enough for 5 treatments or so.

 

[MarieB]

That's good news; I'm gonna have to make a spreadsheet of all the stuff I've made notes on to figure out what will give me the best bang for my buck as I plan to do the next treatment myself (bought a new flatiron that gets up to 450 degrees yesterday!).

 

[sheba1]

That's good news; I'm gonna have to make a spreadsheet of all the stuff I've made notes on to figure out what will give me the best bang for my buck as I plan to do the next treatment myself (bought a new flatiron that gets up to 450 degrees yesterday!).

Good for you! I'm gathering my tools, too! I ordered my chosen shampoo and conditioner today! I have a FHI that I bought a few months ago (that I've only used on myself once lol) and I just bought a root straightener suggested by Brittany. She has great 4a/b hair and has been BKTing for over a year. Has great swang with BKT and she recommends a root straightener to get the roots as straight as possible. She recommends the R Session ($170 ) but I bought a less expensive one. Goes up to 450 degrees, but it's not ceramic, thus the price difference. http://www.amazon.com/Babyliss-BABG...ef=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=hpc&qid=1239325720&sr=1-1

I just want a smooth bouncy roller set with flat ironed roots on BSL hair. I'm hoping BKT can help me get the look I want while keeping my hair strong while it gets to the length I want.

 

[keepithealthy]

I am still confused about whether or not this is permanent. I would like to do it but only if it is guaranteed to wear off after time. Is there anyone who is natural who has used this and there hair reverted back? I do want to try this though!

these three abide, faith, hope, and love...

 

[SouthernTease]

That's good news; I'm gonna have to make a spreadsheet of all the stuff I've made notes on to figure out what will give me the best bang for my buck as I plan to do the next treatment myself (bought a new flatiron that gets up to 450 degrees yesterday!).

Everyone should be that vigilant. I learned from the guy at Coppola that very curly-kinky hair doesn't need that much heat. Something about our hair type is super fragile so they only used 410-430 degrees on me using a CROC iron. So be careful. He also said CROC irons are the only irons that can maintain the heat without lowering the temp but he might have just been trying to sell the crocs. I didn't mention this but the flat ironing technique was very meticulous, particular, intricate and it took forever.

 

[dany06]

Remember that an open bottle of any BKT usually expires within 1 year. An unopened bottle typically expires 2 to 3 years. So if you plan to purchase a huge 32 oz bottle make sure that you are able to use it all roughly in a year.

 

[dany06]

This is the only sight that I have found to show the gradual effects of the BKT. http://www.unsprung.net Just check out the gallery section for the Brazilian. It really shouldn't even concern you how your hair looks right after the treatment because that tells you nothing. The true test is to see how it looks and acts after the first wash and beyond.

 

[Br*nzeb*mbsh~ll]

Liquid Keratin at Ulta ~ Has anyone tried this? If so, were the results pretty good?

 

[cocoberry10]

Bumping!!!!!

 

[dany06]

I've been analyzing the ingredients for various shampoos used for BKT aftercare/maintenance. They dont use anything with the word sodium not just sodium chloride. They dont even use sodium lauryl/laureth sulfates. This doesn't mean that these products do not contain sulfates. Many of them use ammonium laureth/lauryl sulfates which are harsher that the sodium ones. I guess this helps if you want to constantly use serums to bring extra shine and softness to your hair. I cant suggest anyone not to use them because these shampoos provide extra keratin (extend the treatment) and removes cones & buildup.

Im not sure what Global Keratin uses in their brand products but they use to recommend Elucence which is suppose to be gentle. Elucence does contain Sodium Myreth Sulfate which is coconut derived. The reasons they may have stopped offering those products because they lack keratin and they contain sodium. Also many people using Coppola stated that the training classes mentioned not to use pureology shampoos. They said for some reason it strips the treatment even though it lacks sodium. I've read this info by people who administer BKTs on more than one hair board.

So take this as a mild warning. Just be careful with what you put in your hair. FYI semi permanent dyes does do a little bit of stripping. Even after the 2 weeks you are suppose to wait.

 

[AtlantaJJ]

This is the only sight that I have found to show the gradual effects of the BKT. http://www.unsprung.net Just check out the gallery section for the Brazilian. It really shouldn't even concern you how your hair looks right after the treatment because that tells you nothing. The true test is to see how it looks and acts after the first wash and beyond.

This link is the business http://www.unsprung.net/BKT.html
:Thankyou:

ETA: What are the "bends" they are referring to on that site?