If you love spring and summer but not that frizz that comes along with warmer weather, you are probably familiar with keratin treatments and Brazilian blow out treatments. There has been a lot of bad press about these treatments due to the fact many formulas contain formaldehyde, a known carcinogen and skin/eye/respiratory irritant.
The good news is that there are now formaldehyde-free hair formulas available. Based on research done by
StyleCaster here are a few of those…because frizz-free hair should not come with health risks.
Treatment: Pravana Perfection SmoothOut
Results: Hair is smoother, shinier and more humidity resistant, but not pin straight.
Lasts: Two to three months.
Note: Lighter in intensity, so hair maintains its original volume.
Cost: $350, New York’s Livian Salon
Treatment: Supersilk Smoothing System
Results: Sleek and frizz-free hair. Cuts drying time down by as much as 50 percent.
Lasts: Two to three months.
Note: This is a popular partial-hair treatment, with many often opting to get it just for the bangs or the hair that frames the face.
Cost: $450, New York’s Sam Brocato Salon
Treatment: Trissola Solo
Results: Pin-straight to slightly wavy depending on preference; hair is extremely smooth and manageable.
Lasts: Three to four months.
Cost: $350+, New York’s Serge Normant at John Frieda
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