<p>Much as I hate my summer frizz, I wouldn’t go near the Brazilian Blowout. It contains formaldehyde, a carcinogen (found even in versions that alleged to be formaldehype free) and its safety is very much in question. (I still recall breaking out in hives from the formaldehyde used to preserve the frogs in high school biology, so I’ve paid particular attention to this issue.) The Brazilizn Blowout is banned in Canada. Many hair salons won’t touch the stuff, especially since the employees would be exposed to it repeatedly.</p>
<p>Curly, dry, and frizzy. That’s my hair. I use Tresemme curl moisturizing shampoo and conditioner and then after my shower apply I little bit of Tresemme’s mousse (flawless curls) to my hair and it does wonders :D</p>
<p>I got the Keratin Hair Straightening treatment last fall. It really worked great but I’ve decided against doing it again because of the formaldehyde. A lot of these treatment claim they don’t contain formaldehyde but when ‘experts’ bought the stuff and tested it - 15 of 16 they tested had substantial levels of formaldehyde in them. I knew the Brazilian Blowout had formaldehyde but someone told me Keratin didn’t use it. However, when my stylist started applying the formula to my hair, she put on a face mask. When I told her I didn’t think Keratin had that chemical, she laughed and say they all do because that’s the ingredient that straightens the hair. I decided it’s not worth the risk.</p>
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<p>I recommend reading the book Curly Girl by Lorraine Massey and then using the Deva product line. My D had really frizzy poofy hair that nothing worked on until she got the Curly Girl haircut and started using the products. Made a world of difference. I can always tell when she runs out of product the frizz starts coming back!</p>
<p>I have also done the keratin treatment and used aveda products (shampoo, conditioner) since then. I have used a curly/frizz products by Avedz- Confixor liquid gel, light elements smoothing fluid and Smoothe Infusion style prep smoother. It was ok, but I confess, I prefer the keratin</p>
<p>My hair is thick, wavy and gets very frizzy in humidity. I try to wash it only every 2 or 3 days and use Moraccan oil before I dry it. It’s the only thing I’ve tried that works, I’ll have to try their mask.</p>
<p>The first time I had a nano keratin treatment - it did contain formaldehyde. When I called to make the next appt - was told they switched to Brazilian Blowout without formaldehyde. I think if you go to a reputable salon and they are not wearing masks - it is formaldehyde free. All I know is I love it and will keep getting it done.</p>
<p>Unfortunately, even when formaldehyde isn’t listed as an ingredient, it’s still present:</p>
<p>[Brazilian</a> hair straightening hazardous: OSHA; Formaldehyde-free products found to contain carcinogen - New York Daily News](<a href=“http://articles.nydailynews.com/2011-04-14/entertainment/29445369_1_formaldehyde-free-osha-products]Brazilian”>http://articles.nydailynews.com/2011-04-14/entertainment/29445369_1_formaldehyde-free-osha-products)</p>
<p>[Hair</a> straightening products could release formaldehyde - Chicago Tribune](<a href=“Hair straightening products could release formaldehyde”>Hair straightening products could release formaldehyde)</p>
<p>[Straight</a> hair treatment | The Argus Leader | argusleader.com](<a href=“http://www.argusleader.com/article/20110617/LIFE/106170333/Straight-hair-treatment?odyssey=nav|head]Straight”>http://www.argusleader.com/article/20110617/LIFE/106170333/Straight-hair-treatment?odyssey=nav|head)</p>
<p>[Workers</a>’ Compensation: NY State Issues Health Alert for Hair Straightening Products and Formaldehyde](<a href=“http://workers-compensation.blogspot.com/2011/05/ny-state-issues-health-alert-for-hair.html]Workers”>Workers' Compensation: NY State Issues Health Alert for Hair Straightening Products and Formaldehyde)</p>
<p>The Brazilian Blowout is one of the ones that tested for high levels of formaldehyde. All of this has come to light in the last few months. The Department of Health of the State of New York warning was released within the last 30 days. There’s tons of information out there on it. I decided it wasn’t worth the risk. I wouldn’t be the least surprised if they don’t pull all these products off the market.</p>
<p>Hmmmm…that’s no fun. Having a trim Tuesday - I’m going to ask at the salon.</p>
<p>Trust me…no one is more disappointed than me. I had so many compliments after I got my hair straightened and it was so much easy to take care of. I am more than willing to pay the money to do it twice a year.</p>
<p>The question is, will a salon that makes $300 a pop be willing to forgo that revenue as long as the products are on the market? Assuming they understand that it’s highly likely that the products they use have formaldehyde in them. Apparently the companies that make these products disguise the fact by calling it something else. What you need to do is get the name of the product and do some research yourself. While, I’m not suggesting your salon would deliberately lie, the fact is they may not even know this is going on. It’s only come to light in the last few months. My hairstylist was very truthful about it. She knows it contains formaldehyde and she willing to use the product if her clients want it but she was very upfront - according to her, they all contain formaldehyde.</p>
<p>questbest,
My keratin treatment is wearing off, and I am not thinking I will do it again soon, as the last time my eyes really burned. I just put some of my Aveda smoothe infusion styling prep on my hair. Its supposed to rain tonight-- I’ll let you know how it does. Right now its feeling pretty good! I also just ordered some moroccan oil. My Hairdresser uses it and it makes my hair really smoothe!</p>
<p>Update:
The Aveda smoothe infusion worked GREAT!! We even got stuck in a rainstorm and my hair is fine! And it feels really silky.</p>
<p>My salon recently switch to a more natural keratin straightener after using the Brazilian Blowout. The reviews from the clients that have tried the new one is it doesn’t work well. I am guessing these products need the formaldehyde to really straighten the hair. My hairstylist know my hair is difficult and he said for me to not even bother trying the new one. He is not happy with the results at all, and his clients are not happy to be without the Keratin treatment in the summer!</p>
<p>Some people don’t like the Moroccan Oil as it can have a sticky or heavy feeling if you use too much or don’t distribute it well. It takes some getting use to so that you use the right amount. I actually like the Moroccan Oil Glimmer Shine Spray as I have trouble with static in the winter.</p>
<p>I used the moroccan oil t today and put it on when my hair was damp. Its nice and shimmery and not fly-away. So Ive had good luck with both aveda and the oil. I have 2 other aveda products (light elements and briliant anti-humectant pomade) but forget what they are for! Anyone know?</p>
<p>I had the same experience as the other posters who did the Brazilian blow-out. The stylist had me wear a mask, which made me really uneasy. There was definitely nasty stuff in the product. However, my hair was wonderful for about four months. I have thick, coarse hair that’s got ugly waves and is frizzy when I don’t use a flat iron and a slew of products. Didn’t have to do any of that after the BB. I could just dry my hair and it looked great with very little upkeep. After learning about the formaldehyde, I went to a salon that advertised that its product did not contain formaldehyde. The result was nothing like the results with the other BB product. I decided that I wouldn’t do either anymore and will live with the hair I’ve got. I figure I can keep using the flat iron and look for miracle products. Anyone remember the straightening process that people used back in the late 70s-- that was pretty nasty too. I remember doing that and also using huge rollers to try and make my hair ultra- straight.</p>
<p>I use Moroccan Oil Treatment…there are 2 versions…regular and light formula. I like both.</p>
<p>The bottle is pricey, but lasts a long time…so worth it.</p>
<p>[MoroccanOil</a> Treatment - Free Shipping Over $40](<a href=“http://www.beautycollection.com/Brands/moroccan-oil/Moroccan-Oil-Treatment]MoroccanOil”>http://www.beautycollection.com/Brands/moroccan-oil/Moroccan-Oil-Treatment)</p>
<p>Buy the alternative-- same stuff, different brand, much cheaper [Agadir</a> Argan Oil Hair Treatment, Moroccan Gold Argan Oil Hair Treatment - Agadir Argan Oil](<a href=“http://www.sleekhair.com/2678.html]Agadir”>Agadir Argan Oil Hair Treatment SleekShop.com)</p>
<p>Bumping this to alert folks to a new FDA warning about the brand “Brazilian Blowout”:</p>
<p>[FDA</a> warning tries to untangle Brazilian Blowout - Health - Skin and beauty - msnbc.com](<a href=“http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/44428236/ns/health-skin_and_beauty/#.TmgyQOxyykM]FDA”>http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/44428236/ns/health-skin_and_beauty/#.TmgyQOxyykM)</p>
<p>Bumping this thread. I just bought some aveda products (shampure shampoo and conditioner) from their website. Half price, no shipping and a free sample too. I love them! My DH loves the smell of my hair. I do add the Moroccan oil and smoothe infusion, so it must be a melange.</p>