Amino Acid Treatment vs. Texture Release – What You Need to Know

Amino Acid Treatment vs. Texture Release – What You Need to Know

Many clients ask about the difference between Amino Acid Treatments and Texture Release services. While Hello Texture Salon Lagos does not relax hair, we specialize in Amino Acid Treatments that strengthen, reconstruct, and improve manageability. Understanding both options helps you make informed decisions about your hair’s health and styling goals.

What is an Amino Acid Treatment?

  • Purpose: Strengthens, repairs, and reconstructs hair from within.

  • Ideal For: Damaged, brittle, or weak hair, as well as hair prone to breakage from styling or environmental stress.

  • How It Works: Amino acids penetrate the hair shaft, rebuild protein bonds, and restore elasticity.

  • Texture Management: Depending on the method, it can slightly loosen curl patterns for styling, without permanently altering your natural texture.

  • Result: Hair is stronger, shinier, more manageable, and resilient to styling.

What is a Texture Release?

  • Purpose: Chemically relaxes hair to loosen curls or achieve straighter styles.

  • Not Offered at Hello Texture: We do not perform Texture Release services.

  • Why It Matters: Texture Release can permanently alter curl patterns and may weaken hair if not done carefully. Clients often ask about it, so we educate them on the difference between reconstruction vs. chemical straightening.

Key Differences

Feature Amino Acid Treatment Texture Release
Effect on Curl Maintains natural texture; can slightly relax temporarily Permanently loosens or straightens curls
Hair Health Strengthens and repairs Can weaken if overused
Longevity Lasts 4–6 weeks depending on styling Permanent until new growth appears
Styling Softer, more manageable hair Sleek, straight styles
Best For Damaged, brittle, weak hair Clients seeking permanent straightening (not offered at Hello Texture)

Choosing the Right Option for You

  • Amino Acid Treatment: Ideal if your hair needs strength, repair, or reconstruction while remaining natural.

  • Texture Release: Not offered, but it’s important to understand it for informed discussion and hair health education.

Tip: Many clients consider Amino Acid Treatments as a safer, restorative alternative before exploring more permanent straightening.

Aftercare Recommendations

  • Use sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner to preserve hair health.

  • Apply Hello Texture Rescue Leave-In to lock in moisture.

  • Seal with Restore & Revive Oil for strength and shine.

  • Limit daily heat styling and schedule regular trims every 8–12 weeks.

Conclusion

At Hello Texture Salon Lagos, we focus on Amino Acid Treatments to repair, strengthen, and manage texture safely — helping your hair look and feel its best. Understanding the difference between reconstruction and chemical straightening ensures you make the right choice for your hair.

📍 Visit us at 16a Bashorun RI Okunsanya Road, Lekki, Lagos or book via WhatsApp at 09030290156 for your consultation and treatment.

 

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