What Not to Do After Hair Botox?
Hair botox is a smoothing and restorative treatment designed to make your hair softer, shinier, and easier to manage. If you just had your treatment done at Sarasota Balayage, congratulations. Your hair is going to look and feel amazing.
But to make the results last, there are a few things you should avoid right after the treatment. Doing the wrong thing can reduce the effectiveness or shorten how long your hair stays smooth.
1. Do Not Wash Your Hair Right Away
After getting hair botox, you should wait at least 48 to 72 hours before washing your hair. This gives the treatment time to fully settle into your hair strands. Washing too soon can rinse away some of the smoothing ingredients and reduce the overall effect.
2. Avoid Sulfate Shampoos
Sulfates are harsh detergents found in many store-bought shampoos. They can strip away the treatment and cause your hair to feel dry or frizzy again. Always use a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to protect the results of your hair botox.
3. Skip Tight Hairstyles for a Few Days
Do not tie your hair in tight ponytails, braids, or buns during the first 48 hours. These styles can leave creases in the hair or affect the shape and smoothness of the treatment. Keep your hair loose and down as much as possible.
4. Avoid Chlorine and Salt Water
Chlorine from pools and salt water from the ocean can break down the treatment more quickly. If you do swim, try to wear a swim cap or rinse your hair immediately afterward and use a leave-in conditioner to help protect it.
5. Do Not Overuse Heat Styling Tools
Your hair will already be smooth and manageable after a hair botox treatment, so there is no need to flat iron or curl it every day. Overusing heat tools can wear down the treatment faster and cause unnecessary damage. If you do use heat, always apply a heat protectant spray first.
6. Skip Dry Shampoo in the First Week
Dry shampoo can interfere with the treatment if used too soon. Give your hair time to fully absorb the effects of the hair botox before applying any powder or spray formulas to your roots.
7. Do Not Use Heavy Oils or Products Right Away
Some oils and styling products can weigh down your hair or coat the strands in a way that prevents the treatment from working as intended. For the first few days, stick to lightweight, salon-recommended products only.
Book Your Hair Botox Appointment in Sarasota
At Sarasota Balayage, we offer professional hair botox treatments that leave your hair feeling strong, soft, and smooth. If you are ready to enjoy frizz-free, manageable hair for up to 12 weeks, this could be the perfect treatment for you.
Book your appointment today and let us help you fall in love with your hair again.