Keratin Treatments & Brazilian Blowouts in Plano, TX

What Keratin Treatments Do

Keratin is a protein that naturally exists in your hair. Over time, heat styling, chemical processing, environmental exposure, and everyday wear strip keratin from the hair shaft, leaving it porous, frizzy, and difficult to manage.

A professional keratin treatment replenishes that lost protein. The treatment coats the hair shaft with a layer of keratin that fills in the porous, damaged cuticle. The result is hair that's smoother, shinier, stronger, and dramatically easier to style.

Here's what keratin treatments address:

• Frizz — The most common reason clients book this service. Keratin smooths the cuticle so humidity can't penetrate and cause frizz
• Styling time — Most clients report their blow-dry time is cut by 40-60 percent after a keratin treatment
• Manageability — Hair that was previously unruly, tangly, or resistant to styling becomes cooperative and easy to work with
• Shine — The smooth cuticle reflects light beautifully, adding a glossy, healthy-looking finish
• Strength — The protein infusion can help strengthen hair that's been weakened by chemical processing or heat damage

Keratin treatments don't permanently alter your hair's structure. They gradually wash out over 3-5 months, and your hair returns to its natural state. This makes them a low-risk option if you want to try smoother hair without a permanent commitment.

Keratin Treatment vs. Brazilian Blowout

We offer both keratin treatments and Brazilian blowouts at Lee Graves Salon. They're similar in concept — both are professional smoothing services — but they differ in formulation, application, results, and longevity.

Which Should You Choose?

Choose a keratin treatment if:

• You have thick, coarse, or very frizzy hair that needs maximum smoothing
• You're willing to follow the 72-hour aftercare rules
• You want the longest-lasting results (3-5 months)
• You want the most dramatic reduction in frizz and styling time

Choose a Brazilian blowout if:

• You want a smoother version of your natural texture without losing all your wave or curl
• You don't want to wait 72 hours before washing
• You want a quicker appointment with fewer aftercare restrictions
• You want a lighter, more natural-feeling result

Both are excellent services. Your stylist will help you choose based on your hair type, goals, and lifestyle during your consultation.

The Express Keratin Option

Don't have time for a full keratin treatment? Our express keratin is a lighter, faster version that still delivers noticeable smoothing and frizz reduction. It takes about 60-90 minutes, has a shorter wait time before washing, and lasts 6-8 weeks.

The express keratin is ideal for:

• First-time clients who want to try keratin without a full commitment
• Clients with mildly frizzy or wavy hair that doesn't need maximum smoothing
• Pre-vacation or pre-event smoothing
• Maintaining results between full keratin treatments

Express keratin treatments start at $175.

What to Expect During Your Appointment

Before Your Appointment

• Arrive with clean hair — your stylist may shampoo your hair again at the salon with a clarifying shampoo to remove product buildup
• Plan for time — a full keratin treatment takes 2-3 hours; a Brazilian blowout takes 1.5-2 hours
• Discuss any recent color work with your stylist so they can plan accordingly

The Treatment Process

1. Clarifying wash — Your stylist shampoos your hair with a clarifying shampoo to open the cuticle and remove residue. This allows the keratin to penetrate more effectively.
2. Application — The keratin or Brazilian blowout formula is applied section by section, coating each strand from root to tip.
3. Processing — The treatment sits on your hair for a set amount of time (varies by product and hair type).
4. Heat sealing — Your stylist blow-dries your hair smooth, then passes a flat iron over every section at a controlled temperature. This step seals the keratin into the hair shaft — it's what makes the results last.
5. Final result — You leave with smooth, shiny, frizz-free hair.

After Your Appointment

For keratin treatments:

• Do not wash, wet, or tie up your hair for 72 hours
• Avoid clips, ponytails, headbands, or tucking hair behind your ears — any creases formed during this period can become permanent until your next wash
• Sleep on a silk pillowcase to avoid friction
• After 72 hours, wash with sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner only

For Brazilian blowouts:

• You can wash your hair the same day
• Use sulfate-free products to extend the life of the treatment
• No special restrictions on styling or tying up your hair

Who Benefits Most from Smoothing Treatments

Keratin treatments and Brazilian blowouts work well for a wide range of hair types, but they're especially transformative for:

• Thick, coarse hair that takes forever to blow-dry and fights humidity constantly
• Naturally curly or wavy hair that you frequently straighten — the treatment dramatically reduces the time and effort needed to achieve a smooth blowout
• Color-treated or highlighted hair that's become frizzy or porous due to chemical processing
• Fine, frizzy hair that lacks shine and smoothness — a lighter keratin or Brazilian blowout adds polish without weighing it down
• Anyone living in a humid climate — Texas humidity is relentless, and these treatments are the best defense

These treatments are not recommended if you're pregnant or nursing, if your hair is severely damaged or breaking, or if you have certain scalp conditions. We'll discuss your candidacy during the consultation.

How to Extend Your Results

The longevity of your smoothing treatment depends largely on how you care for your hair at home:

• Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner — This is the single most important thing you can do. Sulfates strip the keratin coating faster than anything else.
• Wash less frequently — Every wash gradually removes some of the treatment. If you can stretch to washing 2-3 times per week, your results will last significantly longer.
• Avoid chlorine and salt water — Both are harsh on keratin treatments. If you swim, wet your hair with clean water first and apply a leave-in conditioner as a barrier.
• Use a heat protectant — If you heat-style, protect the keratin layer with a quality heat protectant spray.
• Skip dry shampoo with heavy residue — Some dry shampoos can build up and dull the smooth finish. Choose lightweight formulas.
• Sleep on silk or satin — Reduces friction that can rough up the cuticle over time.

Smoothing Treatment Pricing

Pricing may vary based on hair length and thickness. Very long or very thick hair may require additional product, which can affect the final price. Your stylist will confirm pricing at your consultation.

For complete pricing across all services, visit our pricing page. For a deeper dive into what keratin treatments involve and how to prepare, read our complete keratin treatment guide.

Book Your Smoothing Treatment

Ready to say goodbye to frizz? Call Lee Graves Salon at (972) 378-0091 or book online to schedule your keratin treatment or Brazilian blowout.

We're located at 6101 Chapel Hill Blvd, Suite 103, Plano, TX 75093 — serving clients from Plano, Frisco, Allen, McKinney, Richardson, and the greater DFW metroplex.

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