What is Nutress?

Nutress was the original protein treatment, first developed in the 50’s, when US women began to apply permanents and were in need of a new and more effective method of hair repair.

How often should you do a protein treatment on relaxed hair?

every 4 to 6 weeks
To eliminate all confusion, protein treatments–especially deep treatments–should be done every 4 to 6 weeks. Protein treatments should be applied so sparingly for a couple of reasons, the first being that applying protein treatments too often can lead to protein overload causing breakage throughout the hair.

Are protein packs good for your hair?

Protein treatments boost the hair with a variety of nutrients and proteins to help reconstruct and strengthen hair strands. Having protein-packed strands is an amazing way to maintain your overall hair health and keep it in the best possible shape.

Does protein treatment help damaged hair?

There are many benefits of using a protein treatment on your hair. It can be a fantastic way to temporarily repair damaged hair by filling in the gaps on the hair cuticle, caused by styling or heat damage. They are also effective in reducing breakage and making your hair smoother, stronger and shinier.

Is it better to do a protein treatment before or after a relaxer?

Do not double up! Both Nadege and Garcia agree that protein treatments cannot be applied at the same time as a chemical relaxer. Protein treatments leave the hair stiff and hard. This would have an adverse effect on freshly relaxed tresses.

What ingredients are protein for hair?

Common Proteins Listed as Ingredients in Natural Hair Products

• Hydrolyzed wheat protein.
• Hydrolyzed keratin.
• Hydrolyzed silk protein.
• Hydrolyzed Oat Flour.
• Keratin.
• Variations of hydrolyzed collagen.
• Variations of hydrolyzed soy protein.

Does protein damage your hair?

Known as protein overload, having too much protein in your hair may cause it to appear dull, dry, and brittle. Keratin, the main protein in your hair, can be added to your hair to strengthen your strands.

How long after a relaxer should you do a protein treatment?

4. Apply protein treatments properly. Garcia advises applying a protein treatment for 15 minutes, then piggybacking with moisturizing conditioner for five minutes.

What are some good protein treatments for relaxed hair?

If you’re on the market for a great protein treatment to repair and strengthen your hair, here are a few options.

• SheaMoisture Jamaican Black Castor Oil Masque.
• ApHogee Intensive Two Minute Keratin Reconstructor.
• Mielle Organic Babassu Oil Mint Deep Conditioner.
• ApHogeee Two-Step Treatment Protein For Damaged Hair.