The hot summer sun can really do a number on your hair. If you’re like many people, summer is the time of year where your hair just seems to have a mind of its own. That’s because the heat of the sun can dry out and damage hair, leaving it dry and frizzy. Fortunately, there is something you can do about it – a professional smoothing treatment will help keep that frizz under control!
Why does hair get frizzy?
Simply put, frizzy hair is a sign of damage. Your hair has an outer layer called the cuticle that protects its inner core, or cortex, which gives your hair its strength. The cuticle is made up of multiple cells that layer on top of each other, sort of like fish scales or roof tiles. When the hair strand is healthy, these cells stack on each other and seal up tight, protecting the core and making your hair look silky smooth. But when heat damages hair, those cells can become frayed, leaving gaps in your hair strand’s protection, and robbing your hair of its softness and shine.
Damage can also come from split ends, which tend to fray like the ends of a rope. This is another reason why your hair will become frizzy.
Why does dry, frizzy hair look make your hair look so different?
With so many strands of hair on your head, why do a few frizzy strands make such a different in your look and style? In most cases, once one strand is damaged, you’ll likely see a problem with most of your hair strands since they’re usually all exposed to the same amount of heat.
Once that happens, those frizzy outer layers change the texture of your hair, making it more difficult to style and much more prone to tangles. You’ll even see a difference in the color and shine because smooth strands reflect light more – and more evenly – than frizzy strands. Hair color relies on light reflection to make the color look vivid, so when some strands are frayed and dry, your color won’t even look the same.
What is a professional smoothing treatment and how can it help?
Smoothing treatments that are done in a professional salon like Cameo Salon & Spa infuse important proteins and other ingredients into your hair that help restore that sealed-in outer layer. The proteins fill in the gaps in natural proteins that can occur in damaged hair, and the other ingredients nourish and protect each strand.
What kind of results can I expect from a professional smoothing treatment?
You’ll love the results you get from a professional keratin treatment or agave treatment! Your hair is soft, smooth, and frizz-free, and it’s so much easier to style! Your hair color
will be more vibrant – whether it’s your natural color or a professional hair coloring from Cameo Salon & Spa – and these incredible results last several months.
What about my curl?
Smoothing treatments are customizable, so in most cases, you can keep your natural waves or curls while getting the frizz-removing benefits of a professional smoothing treatment. Just talk with your Cameo stylist before your smoothing treatment appointment to discuss your desired results!
What are the different types of professional smoothing treatments?
At Cameo Salon & Spa, we offer both keratin and agave smoothing treatments:
Keratin treatment. Keratin treatments use keratin, a natural protein found in your hair, to seal in your hair strands for a smooth, frizz-free shine. We also offer formaldehyde-free options for those who are sensitive to these ingredients.
Agave treatment. An agave smoothing treatment is a formaldehyde-free formula that leaves your hair 100% frizz free! This agave oil formula is a safe, effective way to get the smooth, manageable hair you want in a natural formula. It does reduce curl by about 80%, so talk to your Cameo stylist about whether an agave smoothing treatment is right for you.
What about aftercare? How do I care for my hair after a smoothing treatment?
Aftercare is very simple with professional smoothing treatments. Your stylist will give you complete instructions on how to care for your hair to maintain your smooth, frizz- free look for as long as possible. This might include restrictions on how soon or how often to shampoo your hair, as well as other tips.
You’ll want to use only professional-grade salon-tested products on your hair for best results, so ask your Cameo stylist about the right Redken®, Pureology®, or L’Oréal Professionnel® products to keep your hair looking soft and smooth!
You don’t have to put up with fizzy, unruly hair anymore. Make an appointment today at Cameo Salon & Spa and let our expert stylists help you get the soft, smooth hair you’ve been waiting for! You’ll have luscious, easy-to-style hair that looks fantastic with your favorite style and color. You can find us at 1817 Collier Parkway in Lutz, FL, call us at (813) 948-7411, or book your smoothing treatment appointment online with our convenient scheduling tool. Want fun, exciting rewards? It’s fast and easy to become a member of our Rewards Program and earn exclusive rewards! Join online today!