Inca Glow Smoothing Treatment

What are the Similarities Between an Inca Glow and a Keratin Treatment?

Both Paul Mitchell’s Inca Glow and typical keratin treatments aim to smooth and straighten hair, reduce frizz, and cut down on styling time. Here are some key similarities:

1. Frizz Reduction: Both treatments are designed to combat frizz and make hair more manageable.

2. Smoothing and Straightening: They both help in smoothing and straightening the hair, although the degree of straightening may vary.

3. Longevity: Both treatments can last for several months, depending on hair type and maintenance.

4. Application Process: The application process involves washing the hair, applying the treatment, and then sealing it with heat.

What are the Differences Between an Inca Glow and a Keratin Treatment?

Inca Glow Amino Smoothing Complex

• Ingredients: Uses an amino acid complex, including Inca oil, glycolic acid, lactic acid, and other amino acids.

• Function: Provides long-lasting anti-frizz effects, straightening, and shine without using keratin.

• Organic: 100% organic and free from harsh chemicals like SLS and parabens.

• Frizz Control: Effective at fighting frizz due to the smaller molecular size of amino acids.

• Hair Health: Gentler on the hair and can help replenish and nourish previously damaged hair.

• Longevity: Lasts between 12 to 16 weeks, depending on lifestyle and maintenance.

• Flexibility: Can be used on chemically treated hair and can be combined with other services like colouring on the same day.

Typical Keratin Treatment

• Ingredients: Uses keratin, a protein that naturally occurs in hair.

• Function: Temporarily smooths the hair by infusing it with keratin.

• Chemical: Often contains formaldehyde or other chemicals to help bond the keratin to the hair.

• Frizz Control: May have challenges fighting frizz as keratin is a larger molecule that can cause drying.

• Hair Health: Can be harsher on the hair and may not be suitable for all hair types.

• Longevity: Typically lasts around 3 to 6 months.

• Flexibility: May not be recommended for use on chemically treated hair and often requires a waiting period before other services can be performed.