Whether to make masks at home or go to the salon for the next cosmetic innovation, each of us decides for ourselves. However, it is not always possible to repeat the procedure at home with the same success as a certified specialist.
For example, a new invention by cosmetologists is bixiplasty.
How much does this service cost, what are its consequences, are there any reviews?..
Advantages and disadvantages
Hair bioplasty is positioned as an alternative to keratin straightening. Of course, the procedure has both advantages and disadvantages.
The positive aspects include:
- absence of harmful components (formaldehyde);
- curls take on a natural, healthy appearance;
- As a result of exposure, the strands receive nutrients that are sealed inside the hairs.
There is one minus, but quite significant - a short-term effect .
Advantages
So, now you know everything about bixiplasty and you’ve probably already noticed the main advantages of the procedure. If you still doubt whether to sign up for it, then just remind yourself of all the advantages of the procedure that are on this list:
- bixiplasty visually improves hair, giving it shine and silkiness;
- unruly curls will become smooth for a long time;
- the procedure has a cumulative effect;
- the list of contraindications is quite short;
- after bixiplasty no special expensive care is required;
- if the procedure is performed correctly, the volume is maintained;
- hair loss associated with fragility stops.
Bixiplasty is a procedure that will save you at least 15 minutes in the morning for several months. You can forget about the straightening iron that destroyed your hair every day with high temperatures. Shine and silkiness will delight you no matter what the weather is like outside. The active components that give the previously mentioned effect are absolutely harmless to the body.
How is it different from other straightening products?
Before going to the hairdresser, it is better to thoroughly find out what is better - bixiplasty or keratin straightening?
In fact, the preparation and actual manipulation of bioplastics and keratin are very similar; both procedures have strengths and weaknesses .
Botox
Botox application takes place in 4 stages :
- The curls are washed with a professional cleansing shampoo, which helps to open the scales on each hair.
- The strands are dried a little (not completely) and a special reconstructive serum is applied.
- A sealing composition is distributed throughout the hair, which keeps the serum inside the hair shaft for a long time.
- Finally, the strands are treated with a leave-in mask.
Keratin smoothing
The use of keratin is suitable for any hair , even very hard and very curly, dry and brittle.
- For deep cleansing, use a special shampoo with a high pH level.
- The master distributes liquid keratin over slightly dried strands with a brush, making sure that the composition spreads evenly. In this case, the root zone and scalp are not involved.
- The treated strands are sealed with a heat iron at a temperature above 200 °C.
- Slightly cooled curls are washed, treated with a strengthening composition, washed again and dried with a hairdryer.
After keratin treatment, for about 3–5 days you cannot:
- do hair;
- fix the curls with an elastic band, hoop or hairpins;
- put strands behind the ears;
- wet or wash your hair.
Visiting the swimming pool, bathhouse, and sauna is prohibited. You should not use styling products, and you can dye your curls no earlier than 14 days after keratin treatment .
Nanoplasty
The second name for bixiplasty. It differs from other procedures in the composition of its components. The Honma Tokyo brand is considered an innovator in the field of hair straightening cosmetics .
Products from Honma Tokyo do not contain formaldehyde or hazardous resins.
Attention! Hair nanoplasty is allowed even during pregnancy.
Top 5 sulfate-free shampoos
Estel Otium
The detergent is intended for professional daily hair care. The main advantage of the product is that it retains moisture inside each hair. Thanks to this, each strand is strengthened and receives optimal nutrition. Maximum hydration and elimination of dryness are the main advantages of the brand. The unique composition provides a beneficial effect on the scalp. Average cost 690 rub.
Advantages:
- intensive hydration;
- giving hair shine;
- positive reviews;
- strengthening hair;
- easy combing;
- does not contain sulfates;
- noticeable regeneration effect;
- no dyes.
However, the shampoo runs out quite quickly, which makes the purchase uneconomical.
Natura Siberica with dwarf cedar and lungwort
A sulfate-free product with plant extracts in its composition allows you to achieve remarkable results with regular care. Hair is saturated with vitamins C, A, B and E. The shampoo also contains extracts of plants such as milk thistle, sea buckthorn, chamomile and string. Sea buckthorn oil gives smoothness to curls.
Advantages:
- balanced composition;
- absence of harmful ingredients;
- large volume;
- acceptable price;
- high quality;
- easy to wash off;
- most reviews are positive;
- curl safety.
Among the disadvantages, one can note the rapid consumption, since it does not foam well.
Matrix Biolage
Third place in the ranking of the best sulfate-free shampoos is occupied by products from the popular company Matrix. The cosmetics of this brand belong to the premium segment. High quality matches the price. The composition of the product is designed to preserve the shade of colored curls and prolong the effect of keratin straightening. The shampoo does an excellent job of cleansing even long and thick strands.
Deep penetration of the active ingredients helps fill the structure with useful microelements. Average cost 810 rub.
Advantages:
- 98% positive feedback;
- high efficiency;
- adding shine;
- softening and moisturizing hair;
- maintaining color saturation;
- has a pleasant aroma;
- balanced composition.
The only problem is that your head quickly gets dirty after using it.
Kapous Professional Caring Line Daily
Italian sulfate-free hair cleanser provides optimal daily care for hair after keratin straightening. Professional cosmetics from the company Kapous Professional contain orange extract and fruit acids. This combination provides the strands with softness and volume.
Vitamins and healthy oils are used to enrich the composition, which provides a visual improvement in the appearance of the curls. Average cost 270 rub.
Pros:
- universal for all hair types;
- suitable for daily use;
- helps get rid of dryness;
- strengthens curls;
- affordable price;
- additional antibacterial effect.
However, all the benefits are achieved by the high content of chemicals, which can be considered a disadvantage.
Recipes of Agafya “White Bath”
It occupies a separate place in the ranking of top sulfate-free detergents. The shampoo contains extracts of plants such as tansy, Kuril tea, sea buckthorn oil and lingonberry. A combination of herbal ingredients is used to have a beneficial effect on the hair and scalp. The product quickly removes impurities and is easily washed out of curls. Average cost 50 rub.
Advantages:
- low price;
- foams quickly;
- helps care for curls after keratin straightening;
- slowly consumed;
- convenient bottle;
- contains additional balm;
- smells nice.
Minuses:
- dries out the hair;
- difficult to comb strands.
Indications and contraindications
One of the indications for nanoplasty is split ends. Thanks to the laminating effect of the straightening composition, problematic ends are sealed, and the curls become smooth and shiny .
Another argument in favor of bixiplasty is annoying curly, fluffy strands that are difficult to comb.
Bixiplasty is contraindicated:
- severely damaged hair: you will have to cut off part of the length;
- people prone to severe allergic reactions;
- in cases of skin rashes on the head and dandruff;
- with severe hair loss.
Consequences of violation of execution technology
To avoid negative consequences for the strands, it is important to strictly follow the instructions. The most common defects:
- Reducing volume. May be caused by applying the mask close to the scalp, without the required indentation. Don't worry: after washing with shampoo, the volume will return.
- The vortices have not gone away. This usually happens when the iron is on low heat. Only a repeat session can correct the situation.
- Hair loss. The most unpleasant and most difficult defect to eliminate. Occurs when the hair is strongly leached by shampoo or when the iron is too hot.
To prevent this from happening, you should take into account the manufacturer’s recommendations, watch a training video before the procedure, or choose a salon and a specialist with experience in this area.
Stages of the procedure
Nanoplasty is carried out in several stages . At the first stage, the master applies a special shampoo that removes the deepest impurities, lifts the scales on the surface of each hair and prepares the strands for the second stage - applying a straightening composition.
For better distribution of the product, the strands are divided into 4 zones and, at a distance of approximately 10 mm from the scalp, the mask is distributed using a fine comb. The drug is left on the hair for about 20 minutes and washed off .
After this, the curls are dried with cool air using a hairdryer and treated with a heat iron, which allows you to seal all the scales on each hair.
The curls are allowed to cool and washed again.
Results, how often you need to do it and how long the effect of the procedure lasts
Unfortunately, the effect of bixiplasty is short-lived . Some girls note that the procedure lasts only 2-3 months, although manufacturers promise a duration of up to six months.
It should be noted here that everything depends on the degree of fluffiness of the hair and the individual characteristics of each individual person.
The result of nanoplasty is a healthy appearance of strands, lack of frizz, alignment and improvement of hair structure .
Features of aftercare
After straightening, the specialist will definitely tell you what care features need to be taken into account:
- replace your usual shampoos and conditioners with sulfate-free ones;
- It is better if there are no salts in hair care products;
- after washing, the curls are dried at medium temperature using a hairdryer;
- You can use styling products, but this is not necessary, because the curls themselves hold their shape perfectly.
Review of care products
The bixiplasty kit includes:
- Plast hair bixyplastia shampoo - shampoo with deep cleaning function and high pH;
- Plast hair bixyplastia reconstructive mask - straightening mask.
The following are recommended as post-procedure care products:
- shampoo from L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Sensi Balance for sensitive scalp;
- shampoo enriched with proteins and amino acids from Kerastase Fluidealiste;
- Biolage FiberStrong curl care cream.
Tools
To perform bixiplasty correctly, you need a minimum set of hairdressing tools:
- Bowl;
- brush;
- waterproof peignoir;
- latex gloves;
- a comb with a thin tail and fine teeth to create partings and comb through the applied mask;
- towels;
- hair dryer with cooling function for blown air;
- straightening iron with a heating range of 180–230 °C.
All instruments that come into contact with the cysteine mask should not be made of metal, otherwise an oxidation reaction will occur, which will reduce the effectiveness of the procedure.
FAQ
Let's try to answer the most frequently asked questions.
Is it possible to do the procedure during pregnancy?
In principle, since the preparations do not contain formaldehyde, it is possible to carry out such straightening during pregnancy .
You just need to take into account the individual characteristics of the body: if you are prone to allergic reactions, it is better to refuse bixiplasty.
Is it possible to do this during breastfeeding?
Like pregnancy, breastfeeding is not a contraindication for bixiplasty. But in addition to the mother’s condition, you also need to take into account the baby’s reactions.
If there is the slightest chance of a child developing an allergy, it is better to refuse the procedure .
What to do if hair falls out after bixiplasty
One of the reasons for this reaction is the incorrectly selected temperature when working with a heat iron.
To restore, you need to choose a set of strengthening hair care products.
Is it possible to do bixiplasty after coloring?
Yes, it is permissible to perform hair nanoplasty after dyeing, although it is better to wait at least 10 days between manipulations.
Is it possible to dye your hair after bixiplasty?
A month after bixiplasty, your hair can be dyed again . It is not recommended to carry out coloring earlier, since the amino acids included in the preparation and sealed in the hair structure can significantly affect the result.
Nanoplasty is a new hair care procedure; it is suitable for those girls who, due to their individual characteristics, cannot do Botox straightening.
What is bixiplasty for hair?
Bixiplasty is, in fact, an analogue of the familiar keratin hair straightening or nanoplasty , but with a rich composition that contains significantly more beneficial oils. Bixiplasty is often called a hybrid of “keratin” and restorative Botox care, since, in addition to smoothing, it has a powerful healing effect, that is, it provides straightening and deep nourishment to the hair.
The procedure gives the strands a luxurious and well-groomed look, making them soft, shiny and absolutely smooth. Hair becomes denser, more elastic, easy to comb and style.
What's in it?
Let's figure out why bixiplasty works?
- The main component of the complex, responsible for deep care and restoration of damaged hair structure, is the oil of the South American bush bishi , rich in proteins and fatty acids - by the way, this is how the procedure got its name.
- Babassu oil instantly moisturizes and softens curls along the entire length, preventing the appearance of split ends.
- Pracaxi seed oil prevents hair from frizz and ensures smoothness.
- Brazil nut oil is known for its nutritional properties, as well as its high selenium content - the latter can repair damaged hair, strengthen its roots and awaken dormant hair follicles.
- Keratin - similar to the main protein of hair - fills voids in places where the cuticle is destroyed, thickens and improves the quality of hair.
- The composition also includes the sulfur amino acid cysteine - it significantly reduces the fragility and electrification of hair.
- The preservative phenoxyethanol is responsible for straightening and mirror-like shine of hair.
Indications and contraindications
Understanding the pros and cons of the service, hairdressers agree that the bixiplasty procedure is designed more for thin hair of the Slavic type and will be useful for those with curls:
- curly,
- naughty,
- fluffy,
- dim,
- damaged,
- fragile.
Bixiplasty is not recommended during pregnancy. Also a contraindication is the presence of an allergy to the components of the products used.
