- Steps to do capillary sealing at home
- Most common questions about capillary sealing
- Care after capillary sealing
Capillary sealing is a deep hydration technique for the hair that leaves the strands frizz-free and fully sealed because it consists of washing the hair with anti-residue shampoo, then applying several super moisturizing products such as mask, keratin and vitamin ampoule, drying the hair hair with dryer and passing the board to finish, sealing the strands.
This technique is known with this name because passing the hairdryer or the short board on the threads, still with moisturizing product, seals the cuticles, leaving the hair more shiny and hydrated, with an effect also called 'faints hair'. Other names for capillary sealing are capillary shielding and heat sealing.
Steps to do capillary sealing at home
To make a good thermal seal at home, you only need 3 fundamental ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of hair reconstruction mask1 tablespoon of liquid keratin1 ampoule of semi di lino.
Just mix everything in a container until it becomes a uniform cream. The step by step to do capillary sealing at home consists of:
1. Wash your hair with anti-residue shampoo to open the hair cuticles well;
2. Gently blow-dry your hair, just to remove excess water;
3. Separate the hair strand by strand and apply the mixture of creams, on all hair, and then finish with a little bit of thermal protector;
4. Dry the hair with a dryer and then pass the short board on each strand of hair;
5. Leave the product to act for 20 to 30 minutes;
6. Rinse well with water only to remove the entire mask from the wires;
7. Pass a combing cream, a mixture of 100 ml of water to 25 ml of vinegar, or 1 ampoule of vitamin and let it act for 5 minutes;
8. Rinse the hair again;
9. Finally, apply a thermal protector and then dry your hair with a hairdryer and straightener or let it dry naturally.
Most common questions about capillary sealing
1. Does capillary sealing smooth hair?
Yes, when it is made with a straightening product, but when it is made only with wetting products, it only moisturizes deeply.
2. Is the sealing good for straight or curly hair?
Capillary sealing can be indicated for all types of hair, as long as it is dry or damaged, needing good hydration. But those who have curly hair and do not want to straighten, can use the dryer with diffuser to dry the root well and do not need to use the board.
3. How long does the capillary sealing take?
The effect of heat sealing made only with creams and moisturizing products lasts about 15 days, but this technique does not smooth the hair, it only closes the cuticles, moisturizing deeply. However, when sealing is done with hair straightening products mixed with moisturizing creams, this is actually a straightening technique, in which case the sealing lasts for about 3 months.
4. Does the capillary seal contain formaldehyde?
Formaldehyde products are not authorized by Anvisa for safety reasons. However, it is still possible to add formaldehyde to a mix made at home or in the salon and the first sign that the sealing is being done with formaldehyde is the strong smell and burning in the eyes.
5. How many times can you do capillary sealing?
When the hair is very dry you can do the sealing twice a month, but always taking care not to pass on the scalp so as not to favor dandruff.
6. Is male hair sealing different?
No, the sealing in men is done in the same way, however, when the hair is very short there is no need to pass the board through the wires, using only the dryer.
7. Can pregnant women do capillary sealing?
Yes, as long as you don't have chemicals to straighten your hair. It is also possible to do it while breastfeeding.
8. Is cauterization and capillary sealing the same thing?
No, although they are very similar techniques. The sealing has more steps and more products are used to guarantee the final result.
Care after capillary sealing
After performing a capillary sealing in the salon or at home, there are some precautions that help maintain its effect for a longer time:
- Do not use deep cleaning shampoo with anti-residue action on a daily basis; Decrease the number of times you wash your hair; Use specific products for chemically treated hair, if you choose straightening sealing.
In addition, after capillary sealing it is recommended not to do other treatments or procedures on the hair, such as dyes or straightening, so that the hair can regain its health.
