IS PROTEIN BAD FOR HAIR?

October 22, 2022

Hair is mostly comprised of a protein called keratin. Keratin is naturally produced by the body and can be found externally in the hair, nails and skin. Lack of this protein can affect the texture of our hair. Keratin hair treatments are used to replace this lost protein via various hair care products such as shampoos and conditioners.

Hair is made up of over 90% keratin. The hair is often frizzy, stringy, and limp when it isn't getting enough protein.  A keratin or protein treatment can be used to restore your hair's health and texture. Please note other factors such as heat damage, relaxers, perms and hair color treatments can also cause your hair to display the same signs as that of a lack of protein. Based on your routine you should be able to determine what is causing the damaging effects to your hair.

Protein treatments when used, will strengthen the hair, bring back bounce and elasticity to your curls and coils, repair dry, limp, and damaged hair shaft whilst  retaining moisture and adding shine. It also helps to promote healthy hair growth.

Too much protein in the hair however, can cause your hair to feel dry and stiff . It is very important that you balance the hair with moisture after a protein treatment. Washing the hair with a deep conditioner followed by a leave in is ideal after a protein treatment. Keratin hair products should be used sparingly and as instructed.

What we eat is also important for a healthy balance of protein/keratin in our hair. Since our natural hair is made up of certain types of protein and skin cells, it should make perfect sense that what we eat has a great effect on the health of our hair, just as it does the rest of our bodies. Foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains, and even an appropriate amount of fat are important and will also help replenish the protein/keratin in our hair.