Adding Protein to a Rinse?

MixedUpCurlyChick · 08-27-2011, 07:48 PM

Is it safe to add protein (i.e. unflavored gelatin) to a semi perm color? I did my first (since I've been natural) semi perm color this week. It came out fine, but it was so messy and hard to use. I'd like to add something to the color next time to thicken it. Will that affect the composition/chemistry of the color? Also, how often can you put semi perm color in your hair? I predict it will wash out within a week and 1/2 from the day I put it in.

Mcfrizzy · 08-27-2011, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by MixedUpCurlyChick

Is it safe to add protein (i.e. unflavored gelatin) to a semi perm color? I did my first (since I've been natural) semi perm color this week. It came out fine, but it was so messy and hard to use. I'd like to add something to the color next time to thicken it. Will that affect the composition/chemistry of the color? Also, how often can you put semi perm color in your hair? I predict it will wash out within a week and 1/2 from the day I put it in.

i believe after a week or two and ive heard you should never do a protein treatment (also includes adding protein) before coloring your hair becuase it wont stay for long/be absorber but you should after so i recommend against it

MixedUpCurlyChick · 08-27-2011, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mcfrizzy

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Originally Posted by MixedUpCurlyChick

Is it safe to add protein (i.e. unflavored gelatin) to a semi perm color? I did my first (since I've been natural) semi perm color this week. It came out fine, but it was so messy and hard to use. I'd like to add something to the color next time to thicken it. Will that affect the composition/chemistry of the color? Also, how often can you put semi perm color in your hair? I predict it will wash out within a week and 1/2 from the day I put it in.

i believe after a week or two and ive heard you should never do a protein treatment (also includes adding protein) before coloring your hair becuase it wont stay for long/be absorber but you should after so i recommend against it

Well, I didn't wanna do it as a PT...I just wanted to thicken up the color so it would be easier to use. Are you saying it would prevent the hair from absorbing the color if I cut the rinse with protein?

Ondulee · 09-02-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Mcfrizzy

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Originally Posted by MixedUpCurlyChick

Is it safe to add protein (i.e. unflavored gelatin) to a semi perm color? I did my first (since I've been natural) semi perm color this week. It came out fine, but it was so messy and hard to use. I'd like to add something to the color next time to thicken it. Will that affect the composition/chemistry of the color? Also, how often can you put semi perm color in your hair? I predict it will wash out within a week and 1/2 from the day I put it in.

i believe after a week or two and ive heard you should never do a protein treatment (also includes adding protein) before coloring your hair becuase it wont stay for long/be absorber but you should after so i recommend against it

I don't colour my hair yet but I don't know if the above statement is correct. A lot of people on these boards regularly use the Colorful Neutral protein filler from Sally's as they are coloring their hair.
Colorful Products - Colorful Neutral Protein Filler 1.2 oz.

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Equalizes hair porosity for even color absorption and development
Repairs previously damaged protein bonds
Protects hair against new chemical damage
Seals color within the cortex
Adds body, volume and a lustrous sheen

Ensures marvelous color results. Repairs previously damaged protein bonds and protects hair against new chemical damage.

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Can be used to make an "excellent protein hair reconstructing conditioner" by diluting it with 1/3 water.

just another viewpoint which might have added to your confusion!