Gelatin Protein Treatment

Flower Child Curls Protein Treatment Gelatin is hydrolyzed collagen protein. This may not be an option for individuals who are vegetarian or vegan, but for those who are not, it is a great source of protein for the hair. You have probably heard some things about the healing power of protein treatments. While this has a lot of truth to it, it may be news to hear that many people are doing it wrong. As you know by now, hair strands are covered in layers of cuticles. These cuticles protect the inner cortex (layer underneath the cuticles) and are responsible for a lot of the hair’s strength, appearance, and water intake. In this way, the cuticles act as a shield. Cuticles are made from protein. Some of these cuticles will gain some damage (by becoming raised, broken, cracked, or completely removed). Protein treatments combat this damage by filling in the gaps of absent or damaged cuticles. As mentioned before, a balance between moisture and protein is essential to maintaining healthy hair