Should You Get a Keratin Treatment Before or After Vacation? Let’s Break It Down.

You’ve booked the trip. You’re picturing sun, boats, beachy dinners, and tropical photos. And now you’re wondering:

“Should I get a keratin treatment before I go?”

It’s a great question—and one we hear a lot at SMOOTHED. The answer depends on your vacation plans and your priorities when it comes to hair maintenance versus hair longevity.

Let’s walk you through it.

Keratin Before Vacation: The Pros & Cons

Many people love getting a keratin treatment before vacation because let’s face it—there’s nothing better than low-maintenance, frizz-free, vacation-ready hair. You’ll wake up looking great, spend less time styling, and feel amazing in all your vacation pics. That’s a win.

BUT—here’s the catch:

Salt water and chlorine can weaken the treatment. If you’re swimming in the ocean or a pool every day, your keratin may not last as long. You’ll still enjoy smoother, more manageable hair during your trip, but you might find that the effects wear off faster than usual once you’re back home.

In short:

• YES, you’ll look fabulous on your trip.

• BUT the treatment may fade faster due to chlorine and salt exposure.

• You’ll likely need to come in a bit sooner than usual for your next appointment.

Keratin After Vacation: The Ideal Choice for Longevity

If your goal is to get the most out of your keratin treatment, we recommend waiting until after your vacation to book your appointment—especially if you’ll be doing a lot of swimming.

Chlorine and salt water are both known to break down the protein seal that keratin forms around your hair. So if you can hold off until after the pool parties and beach days, your treatment will last longer, work better, and give you months of frizz-free, healthy hair.

Perfect for:

• Swimmers

• Beachgoers

• Anyone prioritizing treatment longevity over vacay hair

So, What’s Right for You?

• Want to look flawless for your trip photos and don’t mind doing your next keratin a little sooner?
  Get your treatment before vacation.

• Want the longest-lasting results and don’t care too much about vacay hair?
  Wait until after vacation.

Either way, we’ve got you covered. Just let us know your plans, and we’ll help you choose the perfect timing for your treatment.

And remember, no matter when you get your keratin done, we’re here to make sure your hair looks and feels its absolute best.

Need help deciding? Give us a call at 619-674-4061 or book online at smoothedsalon.com.