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About Hair Botox
Price and What Changes the Cost
Hair botox typically costs between 80 and 250 dollars. The price rises with hair length (above 30 cm adds 20 to 40 percent), thickness, and density. Adding toner, extra masks, or a second round of product increases the total. Mobile technicians usually charge 20 to 50 dollars extra for travel.
How long the result lasts
Results stay visible for 8 to 16 weeks depending on hair porosity, home care, and wash frequency. High porosity hair absorbs more product and may keep the effect longer. Washing every day shortens the lifespan, while sulfate-free shampoo extends it.
What Hair Botox Is
Hair botox is a deep conditioning treatment that fills porous strands with proteins, amino acids, and ceramides. Unlike keratin, it contains little to no formaldehyde. The formula coats the cuticle, smooths frizz, and adds shine for 2 to 4 months. It is cosmetic, not permanent, and washes out gradually over time.
Aftercare Routine at Home
Wash hair only with sulfate-free shampoo after 48 hours. Use a silicone-free mask once a week to avoid coating buildup. Sleep on a silk pillowcase to reduce friction. Limit flat-ironing to once a week at 150 degrees maximum. Deep-condition with protein-free products to maintain softness.
Common mistakes that ruin the result
Skipping the flat iron heat seal leaves the product only on the surface and washes out within days. Using sulfate shampoo in the first 3 days strips the actives. Tying the hair tight right after the service creates marks that set into the new shape.
Questions to Ask Before Booking
Ask which brand the technician uses and request the ingredient list. Confirm the exact duration of the treatment, the iron temperature, and whether the price includes toner or blow-dry. Clarify how many sessions are needed for first-time clients and whether a strand test is included for colored hair.
Step by step at the salon
The professional washes the hair, applies the product section by section, and uses flat iron heat-sealing passes at 180 to 230 degrees Celsius. Processing time runs from 20 to 45 minutes before rinsing. A final blow dry and flat iron finish locks the product inside the cuticle.
Red flags when choosing a technician
Avoid providers who skip the patch test, refuse to disclose the full ingredient list, or rush the iron step. A sealed treatment room with proper ventilation lowers fume exposure. Ask for a written aftercare sheet and a clear retouch policy before the first application.
Possible Side Effects to Watch For
Scalp itching, redness, or burning during application signals an allergic reaction and needs immediate rinse. Some users report temporary dryness on the ends 2 to 3 weeks post-treatment. Eye contact with the formula causes irritation; a visor or downward head position reduces this risk during the process.
Time needed for the appointment
Plan for 90 minutes to 3 hours in the chair, based on density and length. Thick or long hair needs more sectioning and more iron passes, so the time goes up. Adding toner or root color on the same day extends the visit further.