Okay I was supposed to write this blog a while ago but I was still researching....
First let's talk about what Silk Amino Acids (SAAs) are : Found in 2 forms, powder or liquid, silk amino acids are non-animal proteins that are derived from real silk. When you see silk amino acids in a liquid form (think silk polishing drops or chi silk infusion) the silk proteins have been hydrolyzed.
What are the benefits of SAAs for hair ?
* SAAs penetrate the hair strand and strengthen and repair it
* when SAAs dry on the hair they form a crystalline protective barrier that protects the hair from damage from alkaline (relaxer!!!) products (see that patent application http://www.freepatentsonline.com/7060260.html)
How to use SAAs:
1) add to deep conditioner
2) as a pre-relaxer treatment (cover hair with SAAs and then allow 10- 15 minutes for hair to dry and apply relaxer to new growth only)
3) mixed in with the moisturizer don't let the protein label fool you...SAAs help impart moisture and won't lead to protein overload...But don't go crazy because SAAS have a naturally fishy smell (now you know why chi has that strong smell, they are trying to cover that fishy smell)
I have to say I love SAAs... my hair has a natural shine to it and feels much stronger even though my hair is NOT a big fan of protein .... Get you some SAAs
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