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Why You Should Be Using Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein

Hair Health Thursday, June 06, 2013

Did You Know That?

Hair consists of about 80% Keratin.
Keratin will strengthen all 3 layers of the hair i.e. Cuticle, Cortex and Medulla.
Keratin protein is the strongest of the proteins found in hair products.

Why is Hydrolyzed Protein Important?

Hydrolyze means to break up into smaller pieces, in a nonspecific manner, basically to fragment the protein. The Hydrolyzed Keratin proteins have been broken down in order to deposit itself on to the hair shaft in the regions of porosity and damage due to it’s low molecular structure. The Hydrolyzed Keratin Proteins are small enough to go beyond the cuticle and penetrate the hair shaft due to it's low molecular weight; therefore, reducing damage.

Since hair is made from Keratin, it is by far the best protein to treat hair that has been damaged by chemicals and heavy manipulation. Keratin is known to replace the amino acid cysteine, which is lost during chemical processing. The cysteine bridges are broken, during the chemical process, resulting in a damaged and weakened hair. Hydrolyzed Keratin increases the amount of cysteine available to the hair, thus, minimizing damage and increasing tensile strength. Keratin has a unique strength and protective quality. Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein particles are known to fill in the cracks along damaged areas in the hair shaft subsequently strengthening the hair, increasing elasticity and volume. Due to its moisture binding capabilities, Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein increases the moisture content in the hair, restoring luster, body, and increasing manageability.

Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein Is Not...

A permanent ‘fix’ for damaged hair/split ends! Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein is ‘attracted’ to the hair and it will still rinse off the hair eventually - in fact rather quickly.

How Can I Repair Damaged hair?

By applying protein reconstructor treatments (with Keratin) to your hair regularly to maintain the desired result. By conditioning with products that contain Hydrolyzed Keratin Protein, you are effectively replacing the missing and damaged keratin from your hair, thus, keeping the hair strong, resilient, as well as pliable.

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Motions Professional CPR Protein Reconstructor

Product Review Sunday, June 02, 2013

Promises: Formulated specifically for heat and chemically damaged hair, Motions CPR Protein Reconstructor rebuilds and fortifies hair from the inside out using collagen proteins. Silicones and conditioners provide added moisture to increase hair's suppleness and prevent breakage.

Directions: After shampooing with CPR Treatment Shampoo, apply ample amount of Protein Reconstructor to hair. Saturate from root to end. For maximum conditioning benefits, cover hair with a plastic cap and place client under warm dryer for 5-10minutes. Gently rinse hair with warm water, thoroughly removing treatment from the hair. Style as usual. Best used with other CPR products.

Ingredients: Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-37, Cyclomethicone, Dimethicone Peg-8 Lanolate, Dimethicone Peg-7 Isostearate, Quaternium-80, Propylene Glycol, DMDM Hydantoin, Fragrance, Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Collagen, Dimethicone, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Phytantriol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Coumarin, Yellow 6, Yellow 5.

Truth: The only reason why I decided to try this reconstructor was for the simple desire to see what's out there in comparison to Aphogee 2 Minute Reconstructor. Aphogee 2 min is my reconstructor of choice; however, I felt the need to explore and see if there were other products that were comparable. To my surprise, this reconstructor was extremely disappointing. I should have known that it wasn't a quality reconstructor since the protein was the 13th ingredient...way down the ingredient list!! FYI - The first 5-7 ingredients in a product are the most potent. This reconstructor has a lot of slip and because of that it's very easy to apply to the hair (wet/dry). The first week or two my hair felt balanced. However, with increased use, I found it to be more on the moisturizing side as opposed to strengthening my hair. It's weird. It did nothing for my hair. My breakage was not minimized at ALL, instead, it seemed as though my breakage increased. Now, I feel as though my moisture/protein balance is off as I've been using this reconstructor for 1 month (testing phase). I will not be purchasing this product again. I will stick with my Aphogee 2 Minute Reconstructor for my weekly treatments.

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