This post was translated from content originally published on Noovo Moi.
My hair is thin and damaged. Its texture is somewhere between straight and wavy, and humidity is my worst enemy. Drying can take me up to an hour, and my ponytail is only about the size of a dime. My hairdresser suggested a hair botox treatment several years ago to help with the frizz and damage in my hair and it has been by far the best thing I can do to help maintain my hair’s health and shine.
Miraculously, this product saved my hair! In addition to deeply hydrating, revitalizing, and smoothing the hair, this treatment gives shiny, healthy hair and by some miracle, even helps tame all that pesky frizz. Let me tell you all about it.
What Does Hair Botox Involve?
Rest assured, there’s no actual Botox in this treatment. It’s a conditioning hair routine that contains various ingredients such as vitamins, ceramides, collagen, hyaluronic acid, and keratin. It’s not a chemical treatment like highlights or a perm. It’s a treatment that doesn’t damage your hair at all. In fact. It repairs your hair. You can read our article to learn everything about hair Botox.
How To Do Your Own Hair Botox At Home:
It is important to keep your at-home hair botox routine as close as possible to how they do it in a salon for best results.
- Start by washing with a deep-cleansing shampoo to thoroughly remove all oil, dirt, and styling products from the hair. The shampoo comes with the Botox treatment (the whole kit is linked below).
- Make sure your hair is 80% dry.
- Apply the treatment to the hair strand by strand and let it sit for 50 minutes.
- Rinse out the treatment with water. Do not use shampoo or conditioner at this stage.
- Dry the hair completely.
- Section your hair and pass over each section with a flat iron. This step is very important for the product to penetrate and for the heat to properly seal the hair cuticles. It is important that the iron is hot enough, and it is recommended to pass each section over about ten times.
- Do not wet your hair for a good 48 to 72 hours following the treatment.
- Afterwards, you should use shampoos, conditioners and styling products without parabens and sulfates to prolong the life of the treatment.
Is It Easy To Do An At-Home Hair Botox Treatment?
To make the process easier, and to ensure every strand gets treated, I asked a friend for help applying the product and using the flat iron. It’s definitely possible to do it yourself, depending on your hair length and your skill with tools. Personally, I preferred to ask for help. Plus, it’s a great opportunity to have an at-home spa day with some friends.
The Results Of An At-Home Hair Botox Treatment
I was skeptical at first but the results really surprised me. I recommend it to anyone who may be considering a DIY option to help tame frizz and repair damage. Not only was it easy to apply and maintain, but it was affordable too, as it’s only a fraction of the price you would pay for the service in a salon. I’m sharing the before/after photos to give you an idea of the result:
Why Opt For An At-Home Treatment Instead Of Going To A Salon?
The main difference is the price. A salon treatment can cost between $125 and $200 depending on the salon and hair length. A home treatment costs around $65 and you get enough product for several applications. That’s a huge savings!
Furthermore, certain conditions can prevent the treatment from being fully effective. Hormonal changes during puberty or perimenopause , as well as the use of hormones or certain medications, can impair the treatment’s effectiveness. While paying $65 for a less-than-optimal treatment isn’t ideal, is still less of a gamble than spending $200 at a salon.
Things You Should Know Before You Get Started:
- There are three different types of hair botox treatments: one for wavy or curly hair, one for blonde hair, and an organic treatment that is good for all hair types. Make sure you choose the one that’s right for you.
- I opted for the blonde treatment even though the blonde in my hair is closer to white. If you have highlights, it gives them a little boost, neutralizing brassy tones. It did leave a mauve tint on the lightest spots, but it washed out after the first shampoo.
- Wear gloves while applying the treatment to keep your hands from getting stained and your skin from getting irritated.
- The treatment may lighten coloured hair by one shade.
- Following treatment, it’s important to use sulfate- and paraben-free shampoos and conditioners. I’ve listed some options below. If not, a quick Google search will provide other options available at pharmacies or salons, depending on your preference.
- Hair botox slightly reduces hair volume. If you already have very little volume, this may not be the treatment for you. I recommend discussing it with a professional to explore your options.
- The treatment lasts approximately two to four months, depending on the hair type and the frequency of washing.