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Keratin vs Hair Botox vs Onyx: The Pros and Cons

So, you’ve learned what each of our treatments does from our Blog Post read the related article – but let’s condense that to the Pros and Cons.

Keratin

PROS

  • Straight hair effects for an average of 12-16 weeks
  • Smooth, manageable hair
  • Efficacy improves with each application
  • Reduces the hair’s reactivity to humidity, reducing the frizz in humid conditions

CONS

  • After the treatment the client must keep the hair down, straight and dry for 72 hours before washing the hair for the first time
  • Strict maintenance needs to be carried out by the client
  • The lamination can easily break down if the client does not maintain it correctly, leading to short-lived results

Hair Botox

PROS

  • Smooth, shiny hair results for an average of 12-16 weeks
  • Nourishing treatment, restoring hair condition
  • Vast reduction of frizz in the hair, while maintaining some shape and movement
  • Improves the manageability of the hair
  • Provides UV protection

CONS

  • After the treatment the client must keep the hair down, straight and dry for 72 hours before washing the hair for the first time
  • Strict maintenance needs to be carried out by the client
  • The lamination can easily break down if the client does not maintain it correctly, leading to short-lived results
  • Not a straightening treatment, it is strictly a smoothing treatment

Onyx

PROS

  • A new-generation treatment
  • A versatile treatment; the results depend on the application
  • Provides longer lasting effects; an average of 6 months!
  • Works on the inner layers of the hair, not just the outside
  • No waiting for 72/24 hours to wash the hair; the wash is done at the end of the service
  • Clients can tie up or style their hair immediately
  • For repeat clients, you will just need to refresh the lengths of the hair, while strongly treating the root area

CONS

  • A longer application process; longer development time and a wash at the end of the service can add approximately an hour longer to the client’s time
  • An acidic product which can lift the hair colour; particularly hair that is dyed darker colours
  • Not suitable for very damaged hair types
  • As Onyx is working inside the hair to soften the bonds for restructuring, you may initially find a slight metallic smell to the hair. This is normal, and will wash away after a few washes with Cocochoco aftercare products. The smell will only be noticeable for those first few washes when the hair is wet, not at all when it is dry.