For starters, the Brazilian blowout has become notorious for its transformative .qualities, eliminating frizz and promoting intense shine. So how does it make your hair so miraculously shiny and is it something you should take the splurge on? ‘Cause let’s be real, it’s not exactly cheap. Plus, there are a few similar treatments out there, so before committing to one, you’ll want to make sure the original Brazilian Blowout is what your salon carries.
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The smoothing treatment originated in Brazil, and uses ingredients indigenous to the country including camu camu, annatto seed, and açai berry. After getting the treatment, your hair will be left hydrated, less frizzy, and more resilient to heat styling – not to mention, with an insanely glossy mirror-like shine.
Your stylist will seal in the treatment by passing a 450-degree flat iron over your hair, and the more your stylist flat irons, the straighter your hair will be. “If you like to wear your hair curly, but just want to tame your frizz, this will help make your hair smooth. Just be sure to tell your stylist exactly what you want, and they can tailor the treatment to either preserve the texture of your hair, or make it smoother , The overall goal is to make your strands less of a burden to work with, but keep in mind that if you have naturally curly hair, it won’t air dry to a pin-straight texture. “You’ll still have a voluminous body with waves if you air dry it, but if it normally takes you 30 minutes with a blow dryer, this can help you cut down the time to just 15 minutes, Provided that you don’t use shampoos that contain sulfates, your treatment should last anywhere from three to four months
