Hair treatments

Complete guide to hair botox: everything you need to know

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Le hair botox has become one of the most requested hair treatments at Salon En Vogue. Despite its name, this treatment has nothing to do with botulinum toxin injections used in aesthetic medicine. It is a deep-conditioning treatment that restores, hydrates and smooths hair from within. Here is what to know before booking.

What exactly is hair botox?

Hair botox is an intensive restorative treatment that fills damaged hair fibres from within. Its formula generally combines keratin, collagen, amino acids, vitamins and nourishing oils. These ingredients penetrate the hair fibre to repair gaps and porous areas caused by chemicals, heat and environmental stress.

The word botox refers to filling and smoothing, much as cosmetic botox does for skin. Hair botox, however, is a fully non-invasive topical treatment with no harsh chemicals or formaldehyde.

The benefits of hair botox

This treatment offers many benefits for anyone seeking to revive their hair:

  • Smoothing and frizz reduction: hair botox tames unruly hair and significantly reduces frizz without changing its natural structure.
  • Deep hydration: active ingredients penetrate the fibre to restore optimal moisture, leaving hair soft and nourished.
  • Exceptional shine: by smoothing the cuticle, the treatment improves light reflection for immediately visible, mirror-like shine.
  • Damage repair: hair damaged by colour, bleaching or heated tools regains strength and elasticity.
  • Controlled volume: hair is softened without being weighed down, leaving natural, controlled volume.

Who is hair botox for?

Hair botox is versatile and suits almost every hair type, with particular benefits for:

  • Damaged hair: after repeated colour, bleaching or chemical services, hair botox helps restore health.
  • Frizzy hair: whether caused by humidity or natural porosity, hair botox provides lasting frizz control.
  • Dull, lifeless hair: dullness often comes from damaged cuticles, which hair botox addresses deeply.
  • Dry, brittle hair: intensive hydration restores softness and resilience to very dry hair.
  • Colour-treated or balayages : hair botox extends colour radiance while repairing damage caused by colouring.

The process at Salon En Vogue

A hair botox appointment at our salon in the Vieux-Port de Montreal :

  1. Hair assessment: your stylist assesses condition, porosity and specific needs to tailor the treatment.
  2. Clarifying shampoo: a deep cleanse removes product residue and gently opens the cuticle for effective penetration.
  3. Treatment application: the product is applied section by section from roots to ends, concentrating on damaged areas.
  4. Processing time: the treatment processes for 30 to 45 minutes under controlled heat while active ingredients penetrate the fibre.
  5. Sealing: a moderately heated flat iron seals the cuticle and locks active ingredients inside for lasting results.
  6. Rinsing and styling: the treatment is rinsed before drying and styling, with immediately visible results.

The full appointment takes 90 minutes to two hours, depending on hair length and thickness.

How long does hair botox last?

Hair botox results last an average of three to four months, depending on your routine and washing frequency. Use sulphate-free shampoo and limit excessive heat to extend the benefits. Some clients repeat treatment every three months for year-round hair health.

Hair botox versus keratin treatment: what is the difference?

These treatments are often confused, but work differently:

  • Hair botox repairs and deeply hydrates, fills damaged fibres, adds shine and reduces frizz without changing hair structure. It contains no formaldehyde and suits all hair types, including colour-treated hair.
  • Keratin treatment , also called Brazilian smoothing, restructures the fibre by depositing keratin around the hair. Its smoothing is stronger and generally lasts four to six months, but some formulas contain formaldehyde or derivatives and alter natural texture more significantly.

In short, hair botox nourishes and revitalizes without changing texture, while keratin better suits a lasting smoothing goal. Our stylists at Salon En Vogue will guide you toward the treatment best suited to your needs during a consultation.

Hair botox pricing at Salon En Vogue

Hair botox starts at $200 at Salon En Vogue. Pricing varies with hair length and thickness and includes assessment, full treatment and home-care recommendations. Visit our hair treatments for details.

Book your hair botox appointment

Revive your hair with hair botox at Salon En Vogue, dans le Vieux-Port de Montreal. Whether colour-damaged, dried by heated tools or simply dull, this transformative treatment restores your hair's beauty. Our expert team welcomes you to a refined setting for an exceptional hair experience.