Lana Brasiles Forest Protein is a professional, formaldehyde-free, and vegan progressive hair straightening treatment. It's specifically formulated to cater to curlier, voluminous, and frizzy hair types, including afro-textured hair, aiming for a healthier, more intense, and long-lasting smooth effect. The product harnesses the "nobility and vigor of Amazonian oils" and is enriched with a powerful blend of vegetable protein, vitamins, minerals, omega 3, 6, and vitamin E. Some formulations may also include Tannin, which further enhances its straightening and strengthening properties. It works by treating damaged areas of the hair, promoting intense realignment of the strands, volume control, and leaving hair incredibly smooth, strong, and shiny.
Effects:
Intense & Long-Lasting Straightening: Effectively straightens curly, wavy, and frizzy hair, providing a smooth result that can last for several months.
Complete Frizz Elimination: Drastically reduces and eliminates frizz, leading to highly disciplined and manageable hair.
Volume Control: Significantly reduces unwanted hair volume for a sleeker and more controlled look.
Exceptional Shine: Imparts a radiant, healthy, and high-gloss shine to the hair.
Deep Nourishment & Reconstruction: The blend of plant proteins, vitamins, and Amazonian oils deeply nourishes, reconstructs damaged hair fibers, and improves overall hair health and elasticity.
Strengthening: Helps to strengthen hair strands, reducing breakage and making hair more resilient.
Smooth & Silky Touch: Leaves hair with an incredibly soft, smooth, and silky texture.
Formaldehyde-Free & Vegan: Offers a safer application experience without harsh chemicals and is produced ethically (not tested on animals).
Mode of Use:
As a professional product, precise adherence to the manufacturer's instructions is crucial for optimal results and safety. A general guide for the Lana Brasiles Forest Protein treatment is as follows:
Hair Preparation (Deep Cleansing):
Wash the hair thoroughly with a deep cleansing or anti-residue shampoo (often a Step 1 product if it comes in a kit, or a shampoo of your preference).
Massage the scalp and hair to ensure deep cleaning and open the cuticles.
Rinse thoroughly. Repeat the washing process if necessary, especially for very resistant or oily hair.
Using a towel or a hairdryer, dry the hair until it is about 80% to 100% dry, leaving it slightly damp if recommended by the specific product.
Product Application (Forest Protein Treatment):
Divide the hair into fine sections.
Apply the Forest Protein treatment (Step 2 or the main treatment product) evenly to each section using a brush, starting about 0.5 to 1 cm away from the scalp.
Using a fine-tooth comb, spread the product uniformly along the entire length of the strands, ensuring full coverage without excess.
Let the product act for the recommended processing time. This typically ranges from 20 to 50 minutes, depending on hair type. For extremely curly or resistant hair, a minimum time of 45 minutes is often recommended.
Partial Rinse:
Rinse the hair partially, removing approximately 50% to 70% of the product with water. The goal is to remove excess without washing out the active ingredients completely. Some instructions for similar products may indicate a full rinse, so always check your specific product's directions.
Blow Drying & Brushing:
Blow-dry the hair completely straight using a hairdryer and a brush. For very curly roots, using a circular brush at the root can help to stretch the strands well.
Flat Ironing:
Divide the dry hair into very thin sections.
Using a professional flat iron, set to the appropriate temperature (typically between 180°C and 230°C or 392°F and 450°F). For blonde or chemically treated hair, it's generally recommended not to exceed 200°C/392°F to prevent color oxidation or damage.
Pass the flat iron over each thin section multiple times (e.g., 10-15 times) from roots to ends, ensuring the strands are perfectly sealed and straightened.
Final Steps (Optional, but Recommended):
Allow the hair to cool down completely (e.g., 10-15 minutes).
Rinse the hair 100% with water to remove any remaining product.
Some instructions may suggest another light blow-dry and a final pass with the flat iron (up to 10 times per section) to further enhance and seal the result.
Important Precautions:
Always perform a strand test and a patch test (skin sensitivity test) before full application to check for allergies or any adverse reactions, especially on chemically treated or blonde hair.
Ensure the application area is well-ventilated.
This product is primarily for professional use.
For maintaining the results, use sulfate-free and paraben-free hair care products.
