Comments on: Keratin Cliff’s Notes http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/ The Life of New York Fashion Designer Laura Dahl Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:17:54 -0700 hourly 1 By: The Brilliant Brazilian Blowout – Dahlight | The Fantastical Life of Laura Dahl http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-192 The Brilliant Brazilian Blowout – Dahlight | The Fantastical Life of Laura Dahl Thu, 25 Mar 2010 19:03:42 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-192 [...] and I’m amazed at how different the two products are from each other.  So, to add to my previous article on keratin, here’s a more specific look at the Brazilian Blowout process and [...] [...] and I’m amazed at how different the two products are from each other.  So, to add to my previous article on keratin, here’s a more specific look at the Brazilian Blowout process and [...]

]]> By: Ashleigh http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-191 Ashleigh Wed, 17 Mar 2010 04:31:05 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-191 I have had two experiences with Japanese hair straightening. The first one was not so great, but the second (from Salon O2 in Manhattan) was great (but very expensive). The only problems were the root growth (as you mentioned), the unnatural flatness at the roots for the first few weeks, and the lack of styling options. It's great to know that these other treatments allow more versatility. I have to wear my hair up every day (I work in a kitchen) so being able to have great hair with very little work would be great for me! This was a really helpful post. Thanks for all the info...I am definitely going to consider getting this done. I have had two experiences with Japanese hair straightening. The first one was not so great, but the second (from Salon O2 in Manhattan) was great (but very expensive). The only problems were the root growth (as you mentioned), the unnatural flatness at the roots for the first few weeks, and the lack of styling options. It's great to know that these other treatments allow more versatility. I have to wear my hair up every day (I work in a kitchen) so being able to have great hair with very little work would be great for me! This was a really helpful post. Thanks for all the info…I am definitely going to consider getting this done.

]]> By: Perfect Pieces for the College Campus | “Dear Dahl” – Dahlight | The Fantastical Life of Laura Dahl http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-175 Perfect Pieces for the College Campus | “Dear Dahl” – Dahlight | The Fantastical Life of Laura Dahl Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:45:25 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-175 [...] – your hair is always on your head, so make it look good!  More hair articles here:  Keratin, Dye it Yourself, Olive Oil [...] [...] – your hair is always on your head, so make it look good!  More hair articles here:  Keratin, Dye it Yourself, Olive Oil [...]

]]> By: jordanalorraine http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-148 jordanalorraine Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:05:36 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-148 I'm glad you love it! That is a great product, it is one of the three I use. Just wanted to clarify that all keratin treatments are not the same, so your opener: <br><br>"You may know it as the Brazilian Blowout, Global Keratin Treatment or simply just Keratin. No matter what you call it, it’s awesome, and you should look into gettin’ some of it for yourself." is inaccurate.<br><br>It's not about 'what you call it.' Brazilian Blowout is one brand. Global Keratin is another brand. Their chemical make-up, procedures and results are significantly different. It's also important to note the Global makes solutions with 4%, 2% or 0% formaldehyde, so even within the brand all of those things are different, as well as safety for both the client and the salon staff.<br><br>I know there is a lot of confusing information out there! Please let me know if I can ever help on any hair topic. I'm glad you love it! That is a great product, it is one of the three I use. Just wanted to clarify that all keratin treatments are not the same, so your opener:

“You may know it as the Brazilian Blowout, Global Keratin Treatment or simply just Keratin. No matter what you call it, it’s awesome, and you should look into gettin’ some of it for yourself.” is inaccurate.

It's not about 'what you call it.' Brazilian Blowout is one brand. Global Keratin is another brand. Their chemical make-up, procedures and results are significantly different. It's also important to note the Global makes solutions with 4%, 2% or 0% formaldehyde, so even within the brand all of those things are different, as well as safety for both the client and the salon staff.

I know there is a lot of confusing information out there! Please let me know if I can ever help on any hair topic.

]]> By: krfisher23 http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-147 krfisher23 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:51:19 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-147 I'm a little blind, but I don't see anything about wearing your hair curly afterward. I have naturally wavy hair as well and get frustrated with the flat iron not getting my hair as straight as possible and would love to eliminate the frizz, but I do like wearing it wavy/curly on occasion. Can you not switch between the two with this treatment? Or does it just make the natural curl less frizzy? I'm a little blind, but I don't see anything about wearing your hair curly afterward. I have naturally wavy hair as well and get frustrated with the flat iron not getting my hair as straight as possible and would love to eliminate the frizz, but I do like wearing it wavy/curly on occasion. Can you not switch between the two with this treatment? Or does it just make the natural curl less frizzy?

]]> By: Dahlight http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-146 Dahlight Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:42:56 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-146 Hi MG,<br><br>I'm certainly not taking your comment personally, but I fear that I didn't do a proper job of describing the results one gets from the treatment. Let me try to clear it up here.<br><br>I can still wear my hair wavy (which I prefer) but my unruly curls, that used to have a mind of their own, have been tamed and any hint of frizz has been eliminated. The treatment simply makes achieving a photo-shoot finish possible for those of us who are not professional stylists.<br><br>I agree that everyone should embrace what they have. I love my curls and would never do anything to entirely remove them permanently (or semi-permanently). Hi MG,

I'm certainly not taking your comment personally, but I fear that I didn't do a proper job of describing the results one gets from the treatment. Let me try to clear it up here.

I can still wear my hair wavy (which I prefer) but my unruly curls, that used to have a mind of their own, have been tamed and any hint of frizz has been eliminated. The treatment simply makes achieving a photo-shoot finish possible for those of us who are not professional stylists.

I agree that everyone should embrace what they have. I love my curls and would never do anything to entirely remove them permanently (or semi-permanently).

]]> By: Dahlight http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-145 Dahlight Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:34:32 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-145 Jordana, <br><br>Your article describing the differences between all the keratin products available is very helpful. It's just amazing how hard it is to gather research online about this process, so I appreciate your contribution.<br><br>I know that the product my stylist used on me was the formaldehyde-free Global Keratin Treatment brand, and I love my results. Jordana,

Your article describing the differences between all the keratin products available is very helpful. It's just amazing how hard it is to gather research online about this process, so I appreciate your contribution.

I know that the product my stylist used on me was the formaldehyde-free Global Keratin Treatment brand, and I love my results.

]]> By: jordanalorraine http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-144 jordanalorraine Sat, 26 Sep 2009 05:33:32 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-144 I am a Brazilian Blowout™ and keratin treatment specialist, and I'd like to clear up a few misconceptions. <br><br>Brazilian Blowout™ is a BRAND NAME and should NOT be used to refer to the entire category of keratin treatments, many of which vary significantly in chemical make-up, results and procedure. <br><br>With Brazilian Blowout™, you do NOT have to wait to wash your hair!! <br><br>Brazilian Blowout™ is the treatment that Nicole Richie, Halle Berry, Lindsay Lohan and Ashley Tisdale have had.<br><br>DO NOT let unscrupulous stylists who just want to get in on the fame of Brazilian Blowout™ tell you they are giving you a "Brazilian Blowout" if you have to wear a mask, leave with the product in your hair, wait to wash it, or have any rules about ponytails and styling for the first few days.<br><br>This is not to say that other treatments aren't good, but just to point out that they are different. but some are not semi-permanent like Brazilian Blowout™, and some contain harsh or dangerous chemicals. To learn more about the most popular ones, read here: <br><br><a href="http://divaliciousblog.com/2009/09/05/guest-post-the-brazilian-bible/" rel="nofollow">http://divaliciousblog.com/2009/09/05/guest-pos...</a> or here:<br><a href="http://www.jordanalorraine.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.jordanalorraine.com</a> I am a Brazilian Blowout™ and keratin treatment specialist, and I'd like to clear up a few misconceptions.

Brazilian Blowout™ is a BRAND NAME and should NOT be used to refer to the entire category of keratin treatments, many of which vary significantly in chemical make-up, results and procedure.

With Brazilian Blowout™, you do NOT have to wait to wash your hair!!

Brazilian Blowout™ is the treatment that Nicole Richie, Halle Berry, Lindsay Lohan and Ashley Tisdale have had.

DO NOT let unscrupulous stylists who just want to get in on the fame of Brazilian Blowout™ tell you they are giving you a “Brazilian Blowout” if you have to wear a mask, leave with the product in your hair, wait to wash it, or have any rules about ponytails and styling for the first few days.

This is not to say that other treatments aren't good, but just to point out that they are different. but some are not semi-permanent like Brazilian Blowout™, and some contain harsh or dangerous chemicals. To learn more about the most popular ones, read here:

http://divaliciousblog.com/2009/09/05/guest-pos... or here:
http://www.jordanalorraine.com

]]> By: mg http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-143 mg Fri, 25 Sep 2009 21:01:41 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-143 Ugh. What on earth is wrong with natural, wavy hair? I love it! And you, by the way, look great in both pictures - but the shiny shinyness left aside that I do agree is nice, you look like every 2nd girl out there on the street. Thumbs up for individuality people! What's up with the straightening and dying?! No wonder your hair gets less shiny and drier every time you torture it like that.... <br><br>PS. Laura, please do not take this personally. This is more of a rant that goes out to, yes, about every 2nd girl on every larger city's high street these days. :) Ugh. What on earth is wrong with natural, wavy hair? I love it! And you, by the way, look great in both pictures – but the shiny shinyness left aside that I do agree is nice, you look like every 2nd girl out there on the street. Thumbs up for individuality people! What's up with the straightening and dying?! No wonder your hair gets less shiny and drier every time you torture it like that….

PS. Laura, please do not take this personally. This is more of a rant that goes out to, yes, about every 2nd girl on every larger city's high street these days. :)

]]> By: Itahisa http://www.dahlight.com/keratin-cliffs-notes/comment-page-1/#comment-142 Itahisa Fri, 25 Sep 2009 19:26:26 +0000 http://www.dahlight.com/?p=1753#comment-142 Wow, that is so accurate, Laura. I have always thought the same but you got the words! "Your hair is always on your head. It’s part of your outfit whether you’re wearing a $2k Chanel suit or jeans and a ratty tee. So take care of it! It’s your most important accessory." Great article! Nothing that I should do as I have my hair straight or depending of humidity curly locks, and I'm happy and confident with that, either way! Wow, that is so accurate, Laura. I have always thought the same but you got the words! “Your hair is always on your head. It’s part of your outfit whether you’re wearing a $2k Chanel suit or jeans and a ratty tee. So take care of it! It’s your most important accessory.” Great article! Nothing that I should do as I have my hair straight or depending of humidity curly locks, and I'm happy and confident with that, either way!

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