When it comes to smoothing treatments — whether you're using hair botox or keratin — what you do before matters just as much as what you do after.
Proper hair prep sets the foundation for lasting results, better absorption, and healthier hair overall. Here's how to get your strands ready for treatment and avoid common mistakes.
Why Pre-Treatment Prep Matters
Keratin and hair botox work by bonding to the outer layer of your hair and filling in damaged areas. If your strands are coated in oil, buildup, or silicone residue, the formula can’t penetrate fully — which means less shine, less smoothing, and shorter-lasting results.
Think of your hair like a sponge: it needs to be clean and open to soak up the good stuff.
Step-by-Step Hair Prep Guide
1. Wash With a Clarifying Shampoo
Use a deep-cleansing, sulfate-free clarifying shampoo the day of or the day before your treatment. This removes:
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Product buildup
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Oils and residue
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Silicone or mineral deposits
Avoid using conditioner afterward — it can coat the hair and block the treatment from absorbing properly.
2. Skip the Oils and Styling Products
For at least 24–48 hours before your treatment, avoid:
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Heavy oils or serums
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Leave-in conditioners
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Dry shampoos and styling sprays
The cleaner and “bare” your hair is, the better the treatment will adhere.
3. Detangle Gently Before Starting
Use a wide-tooth comb to remove knots and tangles before applying the treatment. This ensures:
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Even product distribution
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Less breakage during the process
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A smoother, more manageable finish
Tip: If your hair is fragile, start detangling from the ends and work up in sections.
4. Towel Dry — But Not Too Much
After washing, gently towel-dry your hair. Most treatments (including Jumy Bee’s) should be applied to damp, not soaking wet hair.
Aim for hair that feels like a squeezed-out sponge — wet enough to move product through, but not dripping.
5. Plan Your Timing
Once applied, most smoothing treatments need a heat activation step — so make sure you’ll have time to:
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Apply the product in sections
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Sit under a dryer or use a blow dryer for 10–20 minutes
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Rinse and dry again if needed
Don't rush this part — it's what seals in the smoothing effect.
Extra Tips for Pre-Keratin Care
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Avoid coloring your hair the same week as a smoothing treatment
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If you’ve recently bleached, wait 5–7 days before applying botox or keratin
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If in doubt, always spot-test a strand before doing your full head
Final Thoughts
Taking 15 minutes to prep your hair properly can give you weeks of better results. It’s the difference between “sort of smoother” and “glass hair with staying power.”
Get your hair prepped and ready — explore Jumy Bee’s smoothing treatments built for real-life routines.
