(Entertainment-NewsWire.com, July 27, 2012 ) McDonough, GA -- Unique Creations Hair Studios have performed Keratin Treatments for two and half years. Unique Creations Hair Studios started with the Brazilian Keratin Treatment and later learned the product contained 5% Formaldehyde. That percentage allows the company to still say their product is "Natural." Once a stylist start to use the product they know almost immediately it is NOT NATURAL. The fumes from the product are strong when applied to wet hair. The fumes in the “Natural” Keratin Treatment required our clients to use EYE PROTECTION and a MASK and the stylist would need GLOVES. The personal protection equipment was needed to protect the client and the stylist from the chemicals in the product. Ventilation is a must because the gases from the formaldehyde are so strong. In September 2011, the FDA publicly warned that the Brazilian Blowout Keratin products contain "seriously high levels" of formaldehyde. The levels ranged from 8.5% to 10.6%. This is due to differing product regulation standards or product ISO standards. These experiences lead Unique Creations Hair Studios to look for a true Organic Keratin Treatment.
What does Keratin Have to do with “Natural Hair?” Keratin is a protein found naturally in hair. It can fill in gaps in the hair cuticle that are cracked, dry, or damaged. That is the case for a lot of Natural Hair Clients that visit Unique Creations. Not understanding the need for protecting their natural hair with moisturizers, consistently. In the Atlanta and McDonough area the heat and humidity dry out most Natural Hair clients leaving their hair shaft cracked and damaged. This is why client’s mini-Afros are “crunchy” to the touch. Keratin is mixed with varying levels of products, and applied to the hair, and then sealed in with the heat of a flat iron. The additional products help hold the keratin molecules together, which straightens hair.
What is Formaldehyde? Formaldehyde is a carcinogen (A carcinogen is any substance, radionuclide, or radiation that is an agent directly involved in causing cancer) and if inhaled over a long period of time will cause lung cancer. Formaldehyde is described as a colorless chemical compound with a pungent and irritating odor. Exposure to formaldehyde has been linked to health problems, including general malaise, sore throat, headache, itching, and irritated eyes.
The Effects of Formaldehyde on Sensitive Skin Stylist should beware if they have sensitive skin. Unique Creations hair stylists have tried the 5% Formaldehyde product on their own hair, before using it on clients and their hair was flowing in the wind. The stylists did report their scalp burned just like a perm would when applied. So if a client has any cuts in their scalp or stylist has cuts on their hand they will feel it burn when the treatment is applied. After the treatment stylists noticed their scalps were very dry and flaky because of the Formaldehyde. Stylists stated they could feel their scalp peel and bleed slightly. With findings like these Unique Creations views a Formaldehyde based Keratin Treatment was worse than a relaxer or perm.
The Organic Keratin Treatment in Atlanta
Unique Creations Hair Studios chose the Silk 2 Keratin Treatment because our stylists were able to meet and speak to the chemist at the Bronner Brother International Hair Show in Atlanta, Ga. Stylists were able to see the products straightening effects on a model's natural hair, which turned out gorgeous. Then they shampooed the model’s hair and her natural kinky curly texture did not change. That is what sold Unique Creations Hair Studios on the product.
About Company Unique Creations Hair Studios crafted a relaxing environment for Natural Hair Clients that desired Healthy Hair Services from a Professional Staff of Hair Stylist. Unique Creations Hair Studios grand opening was supported by Henry County's Chamber of Commerce, McDonough's City Administrator and other local political officials. The Nak'd Hair line will offer clients 100% Virgin Indian Hair Extension, Curly Weave Hair, Wavy Weave Hair and Straight Hair at prices they can afford in this troubled economy.
