Q. Who is the best candidate for the Brazilian Blowout?
A. Everyone who has frizzy, damaged or chemically processed hair can benefit from this treatment. We have performed this service on many types of hair (fine/course/frizzy/curly/thick/thin) since October of 2009 (longer than anyone in the state of Ohio). We always give a thorough consultation to assess how you will personally be affected by the treatment.
Q. What kind of look will I get from the Brazilian Blowout?
A. The hair will be left frizz-free, shiny, effortlessly manageable and with plenty of body and bounce. There will still be the option to wear hair curly/wavy (depending on the hair type) and the freedom to blow dry hair smooth and straight in a fraction of the time invested prior to receiving the treatment.
Q. Can I receive a Brazilian Blowout if I have highlights and/or color?
A. Yes, the Brazilian Blowout will actually improve the health of color-treated/highlighted hair by conditioning the hair while sealing the cuticle for enhanced color, reduced frizz and radiant shine.
Q. Is the Brazilian Blowout going to make my hair straight?
A. If your hair is wavy, the Brazilian Blowout will make your hair appear naturally straight and healthy. If your hair is very curly, it will minimize frizz while enhancing the appearance of the natural wave/curl. If you have straight, frizzy hair, this treatment will eliminate frizz and promote radiant shine.
Q. How long does the Brazilian Blowout last?
A. The Brazilian Blowout will last for 10-12 weeks if the Acai After-Care Maintenance product line is used. The Brazilian Blowout is a cumulative treatment, in that the more you receive it, the healthier the hair will be and the longer the result will last.
Q. Is Sulfate-Free really that important?
A. Absolutely. We have tested just to be sure and found that the treatment will leave the hair in 8 weeks if a shampoo with sulfates is used. Shortening the life of the treatment by a full month!
Q. Can you apply the Brazilian Blowout directly on top of other relaxers and strengtheners?
A. Yes. The Brazilian Blowout actually works best on chemically treated hair, and helps to improve the condition of the hair by fortifying each strand with essential amino acids. The Brazilian Blowout is great to perform when someone is trying to move away from having relaxers or Japanese straighteners. It puts movement back into the hair, allowing the hair to look its best.
Q. Will my hair lose volume if I receive the Brazilian Blowout?
A. Yes, your hair will lose some of it’s volume as a result of receiving the Brazilian Blowout. However, we have control of how much your volume will be reduced. This is one of the items discussed during your consultation. Your hair will maintain its natural body and you will still receive great bend and memory when blow-drying and/or using a curling iron. Of course we always recommend the use of products that provide thermal protection.
Q. Will I still need to use a flat iron to straighten my hair?
A. Most people will only need to flat iron for finishing touches on the hair. However, if you start with extremely curly hair, you may still need to flat iron through the hair to get it straight. The difference is...it will last much longer.
Q. Will my hair return to its original state after the Brazilian Blowout treatment has completed its life cycle?
A. Yes, the hair will revert to its original state once the Brazilian Blowout treatment has completed its life cycle of 10-12 weeks, however, the condition of the hair will actually improve as a result of the fortifying and conditioning nature of the product. If you should decide you want the treatment out even faster, the use of sulfated shampoo will speed up the process.
Q. Can you color your hair the same day you receive a Brazilian Blowout?
A. Yes, however, your hair must be colored prior to having the Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment. If you are coloring hair dark brunette or red, we may want to color the hair a shade darker than you otherwise would, as the hair color will experience fading during the Brazilian Blowout treatment.
Q. Can you swim in the pool or ocean after you have the Brazilian Blowout treatment?
A. Yes, you can swim in either the pool or the ocean after you receive the Brazilian Blowout treatment, however, the treatment may be slightly compromised if you swim on a regular basis. We recommend that you apply the Brazilian Blowout Smoothing Serum on the hair prior to swimming in order to act as a protective barrier to maintain the smoothest possible result for the longest period of time.
Q. How soon can you touch up your color after you receive the Brazilian Blowout Treatment?
A. You should wait at least two weeks to administer color to the hair after you receive the Brazilian Blowout, as the color will not deposit as effectively with the protein protective layer provided by the smoothing treatment.
If you need to touch up color/roots in between treatments, this is ok, as the hair being touched up is new growth and does not have the treatment on it. If you need to highlight or pull the full color through the entire head of hair, you will want to be using the Brazilian Blowout masque at least once or twice a week to fortify the treatment back into the hair.
Q. How soon can I wash my hair after the Brazilian Blowout treatment?
A. You can wash your hair immediately after the Brazilian Blowout treatment, or as you would normally.
Q. Can I receive the Brazilian Blowout if I have over-processed blonde hair? What if my hair is platinum blonde?
A. We will assess the condition of your hair to make sure it is in a healthy enough state to apply extreme heat through the use of a flat iron. If we feel that the hair is in questionable condition, we will move forward cautiously using the appropriate level of heat for the desired result. We may also recommend the Olaplex Treatment to dramatically improve the overall condition of your hair for a better Brazilian Blowout experience.
Q. Can you perform a Brazilian Blowout on extensions?
A. Yes, the Brazilian Blowout performs perfectly on hair extensions. It would be best for the stylist to perform the Brazilian Blowout separately on the extensions prior to putting them into the hair. If you wish to perform the treatment on extensions that are already in the hair, the stylist will need to be extremely careful when applying the solution to the bonded area. Brazilian Blowout solution acts as a conditioning agent, and may create slip resulting in the extensions separating from the hair. If the stylist is careful and works to first separate the extension hair from the client’s own hair, a great result can be achieved.
Q. Can I receive/perform a Brazilian Blowout if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
A. There have been no clinical tests performed on the safety of performing the Brazilian Blowout on pregnant women or women who are breastfeeding. As a result, we do advise against pregnant or breastfeeding women receiving/performing the Brazilian Blowout treatment.
Q. How soon can I receive a Brazilian Blowout treatment after I receive my first treatment?
A. The Brazilian Blowout is just like a conditioning treatment, so you will not harm the hair by performing them too soon or too much. However, please remember that you can only fill the cuticle to its capacity. If you want to come back for another treatment, you can come back as early as 10 days following the first treatment.
Q. What is the active chemical in the Brazilian Blowout solution that makes it work so well?
A. The Brazilian Blowout smooths the hair through the use of a proprietary polymer system that bonds amino acids to the surface of the hair. This treatment is 100% safe. What makes the Brazilian Blowout treatment effective is our use of the Super Nutrient Complex in conjunction with a proprietary polymer system. This combination is what rounds the follicle, smooths the cuticle and repairs any preexisting damage.
Q. How is the Brazilian Blowout different from the Japanese straightening method?
A. Japanese hair straightening changes the actual structure of the hair. In doing so, there is an obvious difference between the new hair growth and the hair that has been treated, resulting in a life-long commitment to continuing the straightener or cutting hair off (if client is unhappy with the result). This service can also leave the hair flat, too straight and with little to no shine or luster. The hair's integrity seems to be compromised, and after a few treatments, the hair appears to be in an unhealthy state.
Q. How long does the Brazilian Blowout service take?
A. Expect to be in the salon at least 2 hours and it could be longer depending on the thickness and length of your hair. Please remember to let us know if you have hair longer than your shoulders or hair that is thicker than usual.
Q. What if I am still unsure about getting a Brazilian Blowout?
A. We encourage you to schedule for a complimentary consultation. At that time we will be able to inform you of the benefits of the Brazilian Blowout based on your hair and your individual needs.
