Today, beauty salons offer a lot of restorative hair treatments. A novelty in the field of hairdressing procedures is shielding. You can purchase a special kit for shielding at home and carry out the procedure yourself.

The result of the procedure is the covering of the strands with a kind of protective film (screen), hence the name. Many people mistake it for lamination, but it is not. Lamination is a superficial procedure; when shielding, active chemicals penetrate deeper into the hair structure. The appearance of the hair after shielding looks healthier, fresher, acquires a glossy shine and becomes thicker.

Problems that can be eliminated using Estelle shielding:

1. split ends of strands;
2. dryness and brittleness;
3. damage after painting;
4. thin and emaciated curls.

The result of the procedure is a voluminous and attractive hairstyle. Volume is achieved by thickening the hairs. An oily spray will give your curls extraordinary shine. Among other things, hair is not afraid of external influences. Estelle's task is to protect and restore hair, and everything else is a pleasant bonus.

Hair screening - before and after photos

The advantage of this procedure is the ability to carry it out both on the natural hair color, preserving it, and together with coloring if you want to change your image. The effectiveness of the procedure declared by the manufacturer is up to 3 weeks. But this is determined by the individual characteristics of the hair and the degree of damage. With each wash, the enveloping film will be washed away and become thinner. In the case of dyeing, the color of the strands will become duller. After some time, the procedure needs to be repeated, but this will only have a positive effect on the quality of the hairstyle. Shielding has a cumulative effect; with each subsequent procedure, the condition of the hair will improve. The long-term effect directly depends on the initial quality of the strands. In order to verify the quality and result of the procedure, you can look at the photos before and after the procedure.

You can buy a set of Estel shielding products online or in a specialized store. Estelle hair screening, the price of a quality product may vary from 1200 to 1600 rubles. You should not look for cheaper products, since the elements included in the active substance can cause allergic irritations. Many will agree that the price is not so low, but why risk the health and quality of the curls.

Having the Estel Therapy kit in hand, you can carry out the procedure yourself at home. The cosmetics company Estelle foresaw this and released a set of products for home use. This set includes:

• deep cleaning shampoo;
• hair balm;
• screener;
• fixative;
• instructions;
• gloves.

The main task of the Estel THERAPY cosmetic product is to restore the structure of depleted hair from the inside.

Ingredients and their effect on the condition of the hair:

You should wash your hair thoroughly using the shampoo from the set. The foaming process should take at least 2 minutes. Rinse off the shampoo with running water, apply a restorative mask to the worn-out areas, which is subject to further rinsing.

• 1 step
  Applying a special balm, this product prepares the hair for the effects of the screener. The balm should be applied evenly throughout the strands. Afterwards, pat your curls a little with a towel.
• Step 2
  Direct application of the active component. It can be coloring or colorless; in the first case, care must be taken to apply it carefully so as not to stain the surrounding skin. When applying, special attention should be paid to the ends of the strands. The exposure time is indicated in the instructions.
• Step 3
  After the specified time has passed, it is necessary to thoroughly wash the strands with running water. Dry your hair with a hairdryer using a hot stream of air.
• Step 4
  Apply the setting product and blow dry your hair again. The process is complete.

The procedure itself is simple, similar to doing your own dyeing at home.

All containers in the set have a volume of 100 ml; for short and medium strands, this is enough for several procedures.

Estelle hair screening: reviews

Margarita Streltsova (35 years old), Tarusa

The first time I had a hair treatment done was in a salon. The result exceeded all expectations: the shine is amazing, the hair is soft, manageable and elastic. This magnificence lasted a little less than 2 weeks. The repeat procedure took 3 weeks. I bought Estelle’s kit and will now make it myself.

Yana Petrova (22 years old), Dmitrov

The first procedure was also done in the salon, to be honest, I don’t know what drug. The effect almost disappeared after 3 washes. I want to try the Estelle set at home.

Maryana Anisimova (28 years old), Tula

Girls, I tried all salon procedures. Shielding is very similar to lamination and the effect lasts just as long. Only after the lamination ends do the curls return to their previous state, and after shielding there is a noticeable improvement.

Hair screening began to be carried out in salons not so long ago, but has already become very popular. What are the results of screening, how is the procedure carried out?

What it is?

Some people compare hair screening with lamination and even confuse these concepts. In fact, there are common features. So, as a result of using special products, a film forms on the hair. In the photo, laminated and shielded hair look about the same. But when laminating, the film is denser and therefore can disrupt natural respiration and water balance. When shielded, it is thin, more like a kind of screen that reflects light. In addition, the procedure in question is positioned not only as a care product and improves the appearance of curls, but also as a therapeutic one, that is, aimed at restoration, hydration and nutrition. The procedure is also different, as can be seen in the video. Completely different means are used.

When shielding, products based on various natural nourishing oils are used, for example, camellia, argan, macadamia, almond, and so on. They penetrate the hair structure, restoring it from the inside, provide intense hydration and restoration of water balance and acidity levels, and also fully nourish, delivering the components necessary for normal condition to the structure of each hair. In addition, oils smooth out keratin scales and thereby significantly improve the condition of the cuticle.

A protective layer is also formed on the surface, negating the negative effects of thermal and other aggressive procedures, ultraviolet rays and other environmental factors.

Indications

• With frequent routine procedures such as blow-drying, styling using straightening irons or curling irons.
• With frequent dyeing, highlighting, bleaching.
• If the hair is severely damaged or weakened.
• If the curls are dry, dull, lifeless.
• If the hair is often exposed to the negative effects of external factors, such as heat, cold, wind, salt water, excessively dry or polluted air, and so on.

Contraindications

Effect

Shielding will allow you to achieve the following improvements:

• Increased hair volume.
• The appearance of a beautiful natural shine.
• The curls become smooth, well-groomed, and silky.
• Hair becomes more manageable, holds its shape better and is easier to style.
• Split ends disappear.
• The combing procedure is noticeably easier, and the curls are less tangled.
• Hair becomes stronger, denser and more elastic.
• Protection is provided from the negative effects of external factors; curls are exposed to it to a lesser extent.
• If the hair is dyed, then its color lasts for a long time, remaining rich, intense and bright.

The effect is cumulative, since the oils are partially absorbed, and the beneficial components can not only linger in the hair structure, but also accumulate. Therefore, after the first session, the appearance and condition will noticeably improve, but full protection will not be provided. After the third procedure, a protective screen will begin to form, and after the fourth or fifth session, the protection will strengthen and become complete, the structure will be restored.

How long does the effect last? As reviews, as well as photos and videos of the procedure show, the results are noticeable after the first session and last for an average of two to three weeks. The exact duration of the effect will depend on the structure and condition of the hair. If they are damaged and have a porous structure, the effect may not last long.

Advantages and disadvantages

First, let's list the advantages of the procedure:

Now it’s worth listing the disadvantages:

• The curls become stiffer, which in some cases looks unnatural and worsens the appearance of the hairstyle.
• Short-term effect.
• Relatively high price of the procedure. In the salon, shielding costs more than many other treatments.
• There may be a noticeable effect of weighting the curls. And if they are naturally thin and liquid, then the appearance may not only not improve, but also noticeably worsen.
• In some cases, after the procedure, the curls seem dirty or greasy.
• Some people note that the hair becomes more electrified.
• If the condition of the curls is deplorable, then after the first sessions the results may be almost invisible.

Hair preparation

To make hair shielding more effective, the curls need to be prepared. An important point in such preparation is complete recovery. Two to three weeks before the session, it is recommended to start using therapeutic, nourishing, restorative and moisturizing products. And before the session itself, the master may advise cutting off the ends and updating the haircut, which will make external changes more noticeable.

What means are used?

Shielding products include natural oils enriched with soy proteins, amino acids, ceramides, plant extracts and other nutritional components. Most often, professional kits include several basic tools:

The set may also include various masks and lotions.

How is shielding done?

As you can see in the video, shielding in a salon or at home is usually carried out in several stages:

These are the main stages, but the procedure may include some others, for example, the use of restorative and nourishing masks and other products.

When is the best time to do it?

In principle, screening can be carried out at any time, but not earlier than two weeks after perm or aggressive bleaching.

Frequency of procedures

How often should I screen? Experienced professionals advise doing it about once every two or three weeks. If shielding is done more frequently, the effects of weight, grease, contamination and increased rigidity may occur.

Issue price

How much does shielding cost in a beauty salon or hairdresser? The price of this procedure depends on the length of the hair and ranges from 1000-3000 rubles.

Details

How is hair screening done?

The screening procedure can significantly improve the condition of your hair in just a few minutes. And silk strands are not just a visual effect, but the result of intensive therapy that restores strength and beauty to damaged strands.

The essence of the procedure

Shielding is a medical procedure during which the hair is alternately treated with several compounds. Some perform a preparing function and open the keratin scales. Others saturate them with nutrients, vitamins, vegetable proteins, oils, and acids. And still others create a protective thin film that protects curls from the aggressive effects of direct sunlight and hard water.

Advantages of the screening procedure:

• Hair becomes satiny and flowing.
• Hair volume increases by 10%.
• Removes yellow tint from hair.
• Removes frizz and seals hair ends.
• Has a cumulative effect.

Issue price

The cost of shielding is affected by the length of the hair and the arsenal of products. A session with a selection of Paul Mitchell will cost approximately 1500-5000 rudders. Estelle products - 500-2000 rubles, Kemon - 3000 rubles.

How durable is the gloss?

After washing your hair, the screen becomes thinner, its durability depends on the condition of the strands. On hair worn out by straightening and hairspray, the effect of the procedure will be less. 5-10 visits to the salon are recommended for long-lasting results. The course is repeated after 6-10 months. The curls will take about 1-3 weeks to transform. Thanks to gentle technology and the absence of ammonia, the procedure can be repeated an unlimited number of times (even during pregnancy).

How does shielding differ from hair lamination?

The procedures are fundamentally different in action. Lamination affects only the outer layer of hair, that is, the effect is visual. And the shielding composition penetrates into the hair.

Who should pay attention to the procedure

This fashionable new product is especially effective for those with long hair (the effect on short hair will not be as noticeable). It will quickly transform dull and lifeless hair, dried by coloring, frequent use of straightening irons, hair dryers and styling products.

The complex is especially indispensable in the summer, during a vacation by the sea. The film, like a beach umbrella, protects your hair from the aggressive pressure of ultraviolet radiation, hard and salty water. Hair remains soft, moisturized and silky.

Hair screening will also be useful for residents of big cities, since every day dust, smog and dirty air literally kill the beauty of their curls.

The procedure works flawlessly when you urgently need to show off at an important event (wedding, graduation, corporate event or date).

Be prepared that the procedure has some disadvantages:

• The curls will become stiffer and heavier.
• The shielding effect will not last long, from one to three weeks.
• Oily scalp problems will get worse.

Who should abstain?

• People suffering from baldness. The substances make the hair heavier and the process of hair loss will become more intense.
• For those with oily hair. The composition stimulates the production of sebum.
• For those who have wounds and injuries on the head.
• Suffering from various skin diseases.
• Allergy sufferers who are sensitive to the components of the product.

Types of procedure

The salons offer two types of procedures. They depend on whether the hair tone needs to be changed during the screening process.

Colored. The curls are additionally tinted to the desired shade. The procedure is “friendly” because the coloring liquid does not contain alkalis that destroy the surface of the hair. In addition, it is saturated with beneficial lipids and ceramides.

Colorless. In this case, you simply improve the condition of your hair without changing its color.

Shielding kits

Today in Russia the most popular products are professional products from three manufacturers. Each line has its own characteristics and advantages, differs in the composition of shielding agents and price. After studying the information about them, you can choose the optimal set for yourself.

Products from the Italian brand allow you not only to saturate your hair, but also to straighten your curly head. The set includes four products: a smoothing cream, a neutralizer, a regenerating complex with keratin and a setting conditioner. Natural liquid cellulose in the latter (from extracts of young bamboo and avocado) prevents paint from washing out.

The peculiarity of the products of this brand is the use of organic ingredients that are harmless to hair. So in the lines from Kemon there is no lauryl sulfate, which causes allergic reactions, and no artificial dyes. The cost of the set ranges from 2500-3000 rubles.

The Russian manufacturer produces lines for light and dark hair. Estel's line of screening for blondes contains a violet pigment that removes yellowness. The set contains a two-phase conditioner, base oil (containing macadamia and argan extracts) and a gloss spray.

All of them are placed in a convenient case. True, it still couldn’t do without silicones in the composition. The products are applied to the hair one by one. They come with detailed and clear instructions. The Estel set will cost 2000 rubles.

This American brand produces sets for color and colorless screening. Each of them consists of four jars: a clarifying shampoo, a moisturizing mask, a treatment product and a treatment product that prevents tangles.

Under the lid of the moisturizing mask there are only natural ingredients (hydrolyzed wheat and soy proteins, phytoextracts of Roman chamomile and yarrow). All raw materials for Paul Mitchell product components are grown on the company's own farm in Hawaii. This brand is used by such stars as Madonna, Brad Pitt and Gisele Bundchen. The price of a shielding kit ranges from 5,000 rubles.

How the procedure is performed in the salon and at home

Execution technology:

• In the salon, as in the doctor’s office, the process begins with diagnosis. The specialist assesses the condition of the hair and the amount of medicinal composition required for this.
• The first step is gentle cleansing with a special shampoo. It is washed off with plenty of warm water. Then especially damaged strands are lubricated with a mask. If necessary, it is additionally enriched with oils from the screening kit.
• A cuticle-smoothing spray and oil are applied to washed and dried hair. The third component is a mixture that protects the upper stratum corneum. It is this action that gives the hair perfect smoothness.

Everything takes about an hour. In principle, home technology is no different from salon technology. A few tips might come in handy:

• Distribute the shining mixture evenly onto damp strands.
• Lubricate your forehead with cream so as not to stain your skin.
• Rinse off the mixture under strong pressure and dry your hair with hot air.
• Do not skimp on the emulsion to fix it.

Post-procedure care

The beauty of the procedure is its simple care. Only deep cleansing shampoos and care products containing alcohol are prohibited. There is no taboo on styling. If the strands begin to become electrified, use shampoo that removes static. It is ideal to use the line of products (shampoos, balms) from the manufacturer whose set you used.

Expert opinion

Shielding is a great way to quickly restore healthy hair structure. This is especially true for residents of megacities, whose hair, even with proper care, will quickly become dull and lifeless. You can entrust your beauty to professional stylists or take a course at home. With a little practice, you can perform the procedure yourself, and the results will be similar to those in the salon.

The beauty industry is developing at tremendous speed, with numerous laboratories developing new cosmetics and procedures. Hair is not left unattended either - new hair care products appear very quickly, and manufacturers guarantee an instant healing effect for a long time. One of these procedures that has recently appeared in beauty salons is hair screening. Manufacturers promise that there will be a complete recovery from damage and coverage with a protective layer that will reflect any negative impact.

Let's find out what hair screening is, whether it is as effective as stylists describe, what products are used and the principle of their operation, the technology of implementation, whether subsequent care is needed - we will answer all questions about this procedure.

What is hair screening

Shielding or shining (from the English Shine - shine, radiance) is a hair care procedure performed in beauty salons by applying several products one by one, without heat treatment. It happens:

• colored;
• colorless (diamond).

Color screening is updating the hair color with a gentle ammonia-free dye. This method is used for colored hair to refresh its fading color and add shine. It will not replace coloring, since the pigmenting composition has a translucent texture, does not mask gray hair, but belongs to the category of tinting agents that enhance only the shade.

Colorless (diamond) screening is the process of adding shine to natural or dyed hair. This method does not affect the pigment, creating only a superficial effect of visible gloss.

Advantages and disadvantages

Before you undergo any cosmetic procedure, you need to know all its pros and cons. Hair shielding also has its positive and negative qualities.

Its advantages are as follows:

• protection from ultraviolet rays;
• suitable for all hair types;
• does not change their natural shape;
• adds shine and elasticity;
• the compositions for the procedure do not contain toxic substances or chemical preservatives;
• can be done often (1-2 times a month);
• combination with other procedures is allowed.

Another advantage of shielding is the absence of contraindications and restrictions for use. It can be done on pregnant women, breastfeeding women and even children to make combing easier. The result of the procedure does not depend on hormonal levels.

The disadvantages are the following:

• the description of the effect is exaggerated by the manufacturers;
• does not have medicinal properties;
• requires the purchase of additional medications;
• high price of sets;
• Need supportive care after the procedure.

Despite the fact that shielding does not restore damaged areas of hair, it improves its elasticity and reduces fragility.

Means used

What is included in hair screening kits? Are these tools alone enough to complete the procedure or do you need to purchase additional ones?

In Russia, materials for hair screening are available from only two manufacturers - the American company Paul Mitchell and the domestic one - Estel (St. Petersburg). Despite the same name of the procedure, the technology of execution and duration of the effect are different.

Since shielding products are produced by two cosmetic companies, therefore, the preparations used and their composition differ.

Set Q3 Estel

The Q3 Estel complex is available in two versions - for all hair types and separately for blond hair. Both sets include three 100 ml bottles. These kits do not differ in the composition of ingredients. The only difference is that the oil from the blonde kit is light lilac in color and visually neutralizes yellowness at 9–10 levels of lightening. However, after the first time this will not be noticeable, but you need to carry out several procedures in a row.

What products are included in the Estel kit?

1. Q3 Intense is a two-phase spray with ceramides, amino acids and soy protein. Fine spraying allows you to apply the conditioner evenly over the entire length. The components of the spray increase elasticity and make combing easier.
2. Q3 Therapy is a complex of hydrolyzed oils - argan, grape seed, macadamia, and silicone. This product covers each hair with a breathable microfilm and has protective properties against harmful UV radiation.
3. Q3 Luxury is a gloss spray containing silicone and reflective particles, which gives hair a glossy shine.

But to perform shielding with Estel products, one three-phase set is not enough - you also need Q3 shampoo with a complex of oils, which is purchased separately. They are advised to wash their hair before and after the procedure.

Paul Mitchell set

The complex from Paul Mitchell is also produced in two versions - colored and colorless. Suitable for all hair types.

The set for transparent shielding contains 4 bottles.

To make colorless shielding, the base mask must be diluted with a special oxidizing agent, which is not included in the kit, but must be purchased separately.

Color screening is done using the same means, only the transparent base mask is changed to a pigmented one. Its palette consists of 34 shades, produced in 60 ml bottles. Coloring masks, color-stabilizing shampoo, and oxidizing agent must be purchased separately from the main set.

The principle of operation of the compositions

All cosmetics for hair screening have only a superficial effect, giving only external shine or a radiant color renewal. But no restoration of structure and healing occurs, since the composition does not contain ingredients that penetrate the hair medulla. There is also no long-term effect from shielding; it only lasts until the next time you wash your hair. The illusion of longevity is achieved due to the use of a pigmented tinted mask.

What are the benefits of hair screening? This procedure is well suited for use in the summer, especially before a trip to the sea and during a beach holiday, to protect hair from sun rays and drying out. The protective film prevents the penetration of concentrated salt and protects against harmful ultraviolet radiation.

Execution technology

The technological process of performing the hair shielding procedure with drugs from different manufacturers is different, so we will describe them separately.

Instructions for the Q3 Estel set

For shielding with Q3 Estel preparations, no special hairdressing equipment is needed; the procedure is very simple. The technology is available for self-shielding of hair at home.

1. Wash your hair with Q3 shampoo 2-3 times.
2. Blot excess water with a towel.
3. Apply Q3 Intense evenly over the entire length.
4. On top of the conditioner, treat the strands with the Q3 Therapy complex, avoiding its contact with the roots and scalp. To shield blondes, you need to use lilac oil. And if hair extensions are processed, then their fastening should not be affected. The peculiarity of applying oil to a perm or natural curly hair is that it needs to be carefully combed so that all curls are well covered with a uniform film. When screening on long and thick hair, it is better to distribute the product in rows.
5. Without washing off the conditioner and base oil, spray Q3 Luxury well on top.
6. Comb.
7. Dry your hair with a hairdryer or naturally.

Shielding with the Q3 Estel kit can be done after each hair wash.

Hair screening Q3 Estel

Instructions for the Paul Mitchell set

How is shielding done with Paul Mitchell preparations? The procedure is carried out the same for all hair types, regardless of the degree of damage.

1. Wash your hair with shampoo from the set.
2. Apply Super-Charged Moisturizer moisturizing lotion for 15 minutes, and then rinse with warm water without detergents.
3. Dry.
4. Mix the colorless base product Clear Shine or a mask with the desired pigment (color selected in the palette) with a special developer for screening in a 1:1 ratio and apply to hair. The exposure time depends on the intensity of the shade - 20–25 minutes to maintain color, 40–45 to enhance the depth of tone.
5. Wash off with color stabilizer shampoo Color Protect Post Color Shampoo to consolidate the color effect.
6. Apply The Detangler conditioner to wet hair for easier combing and shine.
7. Style or simply dry your hair.

Hair screening Paul Mitchell

Screening for short hair is best done with Paul Mitchell preparations, since the ingestion of the products does not create a “greasy” effect on the root zone, unlike Estel kits, which are oil-based.

Aftercare

Additional hair care at home after shielding with Paul Mitchell preparations is not required.

What shampoo should I use after shielding with the Estel kit? It is recommended to replace regular detergent with Q3 with a complex of oils. It is universal - used both before and after the procedure at home.

And also in the Q3 series of products there is a mask that is used after shielding. It is not necessary to use it if there is no severe damage to the structure, since the mask is very saturated with oils, which can cause oiliness in normal hair.

To summarize, hair screening is only a superficial treatment procedure to add shine and protection from harmful ultraviolet rays. Based on the composition of the drugs and the technology of their use, the magical effect of rapid hair restoration after shielding described by the manufacturers is somewhat exaggerated. The main positive quality of the procedure is protection from harmful UV radiation. It will be useful on a beach holiday or during a long stay under the sun. But the glossy shine washes off pretty quickly.

What is shielding and how to do it

What is hair screening? Under the beautiful word lies a fashionable beauty procedure that will help restore health and beauty to your hair, give your hair volume, and give your curls health and a beautiful shine. Strands become silky after the first beauty session; a course of procedures is recommended to consolidate the results.

Shielding is a therapeutic hair care program. It involves treating curls with several different compounds in turn. First you need to open the scales, then saturate your hair with vitamins, microelements, oils, and vegetable proteins. The final stage is closing the scales and creating a thin protective film.

Hair shielding gives your hair a well-groomed and healthy appearance after the first procedure. The technique is considered therapeutic, since it solves not only aesthetic problems, but also restores the structure, smoothes the scales, and protects the hair from negative external influences. The hair shielding procedure is useful; when carried out continuously, it minimizes the negative impact of external factors, allows

Shielding is a therapeutic hair care procedure that is aimed at saturating curls with nutrients and restoring their structure. The strands become moisturized and gain reliable protection from external factors. The effect of glossy hair is achieved by covering the curl with a thin protective film.

Special products used for the procedure contain oils, soy protein, amino acids and other valuable components. Shielding can be colored or transparent - the composition is selected taking into account the current tasks and wishes of the client. In Russian salons, products from brands such as Estelle and PaulMitchell are most often used.

Differences from lamination

Lamination is a salon procedure that involves applying professional cosmetics to the hair to create a protective film. The main components of special formulations are soy and wheat proteins, vitamins, and bioactive substances.

The mask is evenly distributed over the surface of the curls and left for half an hour, then rinsed off thoroughly. This time is enough for each hair to be covered with a resistant sheath, protecting it from negative external factors and smoothing the structure.

What is hair screening? This is healing curls from the inside, not the outside. The hair receives nutrients that penetrate its deep structures, becoming strong and strong. A protective layer is also created on the surface, which improves the overall appearance of the hairstyle, making it look well-groomed and beautiful.

Colored screening compounds give a light coloring effect; the pigment is washed off within a couple of weeks, but is completely harmless to the hair. If coloring does not interest you, go with a transparent composition.

The effect of lamination is as follows.

1. Beautiful, well-groomed hairstyle, smooth, shiny hair.
2. A protective film is created on the surface of the curls, which blocks the negative effects of external destructive environmental factors.
3. Getting rid of sections and fragility.
4. Adding volume.
5. Longer color retention after dyeing (first the hair is dyed, then laminated).

The durability of the result ranges from 4 to 6 weeks, but a lot depends on how often you wash your hair - if often, the composition will wash out faster.

The effects that shielding gives are as follows.

1. Giving hair smoothness and shine, but to a lesser extent than with lamination.
2. Improvement of curls from the inside, restoration of their structure.
3. Weightening of hair, eliminating the frizz effect.
4. Increasing hair volume.

The durability of the result is 2-4 weeks (again, it depends on the frequency of hair washing).

The mechanism of action of active drugs during shielding is to create a protective oil shell on the surface of the hair, which evens out the structure and performs protective functions. The cuticle is smoothed, which is especially noticeable on severely damaged hair.

The moisture balance is replenished, the curls are saturated with valuable substances and restored from the inside. The shielding effect can be enhanced if appropriate post-procedure care is used.

Indications and contraindications for the procedure

Hair shielding is a real salvation:

• for dull, lifeless hair;
• from, thermal tongs, irons;
• for highlighted, bleached curls.

Any negative external influences, frequent aggressive cosmetic procedures are indications for shielding. Hair will be restored from the inside, will become strong and shiny.

The procedure should not be performed in case of exacerbations of scalp diseases, alopecia, or individual intolerance to the active components of the drug. If there is increased greasiness, screening is not recommended - otherwise the curls may become even greasy and unkempt.

Hair that is too long after the procedure often begins to fall out due to a sharp increase in the load on the roots; coarse, thick curls can take on an unkempt, “slicked” appearance.

How is shielding carried out in the cabin?

Let's look at how hair screening is carried out in a beauty salon.

1. The hair is thoroughly washed with shampoo, then the master applies special preparations to the strands. Usually there are three of them, but there may be more (depending on what type of shielding is done).
2. The compositions are kept on the hair for an hour for maximum penetration of nutrients. Then they are washed off.
3. The curls are slightly dried, and shielding mixtures are applied to their surface. Waiting time is up to 30 minutes.
4. The hair is dried with a hairdryer to speed up the reaction of the drug. The master makes sure that the warm air is distributed as evenly as possible.
5. A special balm is applied to the surface of the hair to fix the results of the procedure.

That's all - the curls are dried with a hairdryer, and the client goes home satisfied with the new look. You can't wash your hair for two days.

Procedure at home

If you buy special preparations and get the hang of it, you can carry out the procedure even at home. Read, learn and implement!

Popular means

To carry out screening, you will need to purchase a special kit - this can be done at any specialized store of professional products for hairdressers. We recommend paying attention to drugs from Estelle - affordable and easy to use.

The set includes:

• – it is used for the first wash to detangle the curls and prepare them for the penetration of nutrients;
• oil – it is responsible for the screening results, penetrates deep into the structure of the curls, adds shine, moisturizes, creates a protective screen;
• masks and lotions for care and consolidation of the effect.

Main stages

The steps for home shielding will be the same as for the procedure in the salon.

1. Cleansing – apply a special deep cleansing shampoo to your hair, lather, rinse.
2. Apply balm to slightly dried, clean curls. You need to distribute it over the entire length; after a few minutes, rinse the composition with water.
3. Apply the screening agent and comb it as evenly as possible with a fine, wide-toothed comb. Leave on hair for half an hour.
4. Rinse your curls and use a setting oil. There is no need to rinse off the oil.

Hair care after shielding

To ensure that the shielding effect lasts as long as possible, use special care products after the procedure - shampoo and mask. All well-known manufacturers of professional hair cosmetics have them. If you wash your hair every day, the shielding composition will disappear from your curls in just a couple of weeks.

Screening can and should be done regularly - in this case, your hair will always be healthy and beautiful. The optimal frequency of procedures is every 2-3 weeks.

Screening should not be carried out too often, so as not to disturb the fat balance of the scalp and not give the strands an unkempt appearance.

Pros and cons of shielding

Finally, let's look at the strengths and weaknesses of the screening procedure.

The advantages are as follows.

1. The ends are sealed, the structure of the strands is restored, and elasticity increases.
2. Fragile strands receive reliable protection from negative external factors.
3. Hair combs easily and well, practically without tangling.
4. A luxurious three-dimensional radiance effect appears, the surface of the curls shines beautifully.
5. The hairstyle becomes strong and voluminous, creating the effect of voluminous, thick hair.
6. The frizz goes away.

In addition, shielding can be done at home, which will allow you to save a lot of money.

The main disadvantage is the short-term effect, but with each new procedure it will last longer, since valuable substances accumulate in the hair. The rigidity of curls also increases, which is not pleasant for owners of hair that is already not the softest.

The cost of shielding is average, but you need to take into account the cost of care products after the procedure.

Conclusion

Shielding is a medical procedure that restores the structure of curls from the inside. It involves the use of special compounds that fill the hair, make it strong and strong, restore the structure, give elasticity and a healthy shine.

An invisible protective film is created on the surface of each hair, blocking the destructive effects of environmental factors. Exactly the same one is formed during lamination, but the lamination procedure does not restore curls, but only gives them volume, softness, elasticity and shine.

Shielding is not suitable for oily, very long, thick and heavy hair - appropriate manipulation will only worsen the appearance of the hairstyle. The procedure is most often done in a salon, but you can purchase the appropriate formulations and use them at home yourself. To ensure that the effect lasts as long as possible, use special products after shielding. Over time, nutrients will begin to accumulate in the hair, and the procedure will have to be repeated much less frequently.

Shielding compounds can be transparent or colored. The results of light, safe coloring last for 2-3 weeks. The coloring composition will not allow you to achieve a sharp transition to several color tones.