Currently, there are a huge variety of various cosmetic procedures. One of the most common in recent years is the lamination of hair. And not in vain, because luxurious hair is the dream of any girl, and laminating hair just allows you to achieve such an amazing effect. However, it is worth remembering that lamination is a rather complicated procedure. It can be carried out only by a highly qualified specialist using proven and high-quality drugs. In this article, we will talk about all the intricacies of the procedure for laminating hair, and also talk about the possible replacement of salon lamination with lamination at home using gelatin.
What is hair lamination?
Lamination of hair is a procedure for strengthening and improving the appearance of hair, which consists in applying to all hair a certain composition. This composition helps to thicken the hair, protect it from harmful physical factors (such as sunlight, salt water, etc.). That is why the lamination procedure is so popular among women planning to go on vacation at sea. After all, on vacation I do not want to spend time and energy on styling and hair care. The laminating composition is a film that does not interfere with the respiration of the hair, but at the same time protects them from harmful effects.
Lamination procedure
Lamination can be carried out on hair of any length and any condition. However, the effect of the procedure is best seen on damaged hair. It is on them that the laminating composition is better held and fixed. For especially damaged hair, the lamination procedure must be carried out several times. The procedure itself in the cabin consists of three main steps and is performed as follows:
- Deep cleansing. Hair is washed with a specialized shampoo that completely rinses off all impurities. It removes sebum and reveals hair flakes. After washing the hair with such a shampoo, any product is absorbed much better.
- Applying a nourishing mask. The next step is to apply a nourishing mask to the hair, which nourishes the hair, fills the damage and prepares the hair for applying the laminating agent.
- Application of a laminating agent. The third step is to apply a laminating composition to the hair. Before this, it is necessary to dry the hair with a hairdryer. After applying the laminating composition, the hair is left for several minutes, after which the composition is washed off, and the lamination procedure is completed.
Pros and Cons of Hair Lamination
The advantages of hair lamination include:
- starting a self-healing procedure;
- increase in hair volume;
- hair color lasts much longer;
- protection against harmful effects.
But this procedure has its own specific disadvantages:
- lamination is completely useless for healthy hair;
- after the lamination procedure, staining should not be carried out;
- the effect of the procedure lasts for 4 weeks;
- laminated hair requires special care.
Lamination of hair with gelatin at home
As you know, the salon procedure for laminating hair costs quite an impressive amount of money. However, it can be carried out at home. The most common home lamination product is gelatin. Preparing this tool is quite simple.And you can carry out the lamination procedure at home quite often.
So, to prepare a home composition for laminating gam, you will need:
- gelatin, 1 sachet (15 grams);
- boiling water, about 3 tablespoons;
- mask or hair balm;
- lemon juice, 1 teaspoon.
A bag of gelatin is bred in a small saucepan with boiling water. Leave for about 15-20 minutes to swell the gelatin. After that add balm or hair mask to gelatin.
Now you can start the lamination procedure. I wash my hair with an ordinary shampoo and dry it slightly with a towel. Next, very quickly apply a gelatin mask to the hair and wrap it with a film or bag. Wrap your hair in a towel and heat it with a hairdryer. We wait another half an hour and wash off with warm water. Then rinse the hair with water and lemon juice (1 tsp per liter).
Lamination of hair before and after photos below.
