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KERATIN COMPLEX: THE SMOOTH(ING) OPERATOR 

FAQ’S

  • Can I color my hair the same day as my KC Smoothing Treatment? 

    • YES! Your color service will be completed prior to your smoothing treatment application. 

  • How long will my KC Smoothing Treatment last?

    • This is based on the type of KC Smoothing Treatment you received and following proper aftercare instructions: 

      • KC Natural Smoothing Keratin Treatment (THE OG): Up to 5 Months

      • KC EXPRESS: Up to 6 weeks

      • KC MAX: Up to 3 months

      • KC Personalized Blowout (PBO): Up to 3 months 

      • KC TEXTURE: up to 3 months

  • When can I wash my hair after my KC Smoothing Treatment? 

    • This is based on the type of KC Smoothing Treatment you received:

      • KC Natural Smoothing Keratin Treatment (THE OG): After 72 Hours. Do not get the hair wet or use traditional shampoo for a minimum of 72 hours. If the hair gets wet, blow-dry and lightly go over hair with a flat iron on low heat. Do not use pins, clips, ponytail holders or glasses to hold or pull the hair back during this period. 

      • KC EXPRESS: After 8 Hours. Do not get your hair wet, use traditional shampoo, use pins or clips, or wear any type of ponytail for a minimum of 8 hours after treatment completion. If the hair gets wet during this time, blow-dry and lightly go over hair with a smoothing iron on low heat.

      • KC MAX: Next day wash

      • KC Personalized Blowout (PBO): Same day wash 

      • KC TEXTURE: Same day wash 

  • What products should I use to maintain my KC Smoothing Treatment properly? 

    • We can only guarantee the efficacy and longevity of your KC Smoothing Treatment if you use products suggested by your smoothing specialist and purchased from Alter Ego Salon. Our products from Oribe and Evo have been thoughtfully chosen for you to support your treatment at home. 

    • We recommend KC Express users take home KERATIN OBSESSED spray to use after every shampoo and before any restyle to ensure longevity and effectiveness. 

We recommend KC MAX users take home KCMAX Daily Treatment Spray for use after every shampoo and before any restyle to ensure longevity and effectiveness of the treatment