Brazilian Blowout & Keratin Treatments in Tampa

The Brazilian Blowout works on all hair types. In our experience, the best candidates for the Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment are those people with coarse, curly, or highly textured hair.  These hair types will see the most dramatic differences in their hair and their styling time. The Brazilian Blowout is very effective for eliminating frizz and creating a smooth, shiny look. We have performed the treatment on every hair type, even wavy and fine hair, as well as hair that has been permed, chemically straightened and with hair extensions.

The hair will be left totally frizz-free, shiny, effortlessly manageable and with plenty of body and bounce. There will still be the option to wear hair curly/wavy (depending on the hair type) and the freedom to blow dry hair smooth and straight in a fraction of the time invested prior to receiving the treatment.

Yes, the Brazilian Blowout will actually improve the health of color-treated/highlighted hair by conditioning the hair while sealing the cuticle for enhanced color, reduced frizz and radiant shine.

Hair smoothing and hair straightening are similar yet different in an important way. Hair smoothing, like the Brazilian Blowout, will last a long time but the results are temporary.  Your natural curl pattern will return after several months.  Hair straightening is a chemical service that permanently straightens the hair.  The curl pattern will only return on untreated hair, meaning new growth at the roots.

Most keratin treatments last approximately 10 to 12 weeks with proper home care. The Brazilian Blowout is a cumulative treatment. The more you receive it, the healthier the hair will be and the longer the result will last.

Yes. The Brazilian Blowout actually works very well on chemically treated hair, and helps to improve the condition of the hair by fortifying each strand with essential amino acids. Brazilian Blowout is a nice alternative to a chemical relaxer if you are trying to grow out your relaxed hair.

No, your hair will not look flat as a result of receiving the Brazilian Blowout. Your hair will maintain its natural volume and you will still have that great bend and memory when blow-drying and/or using a curling iron.The Brazilian Blowout is adjustable, meaning we can remove all the curl pattern or we can leave some wave. It's up to you.

Yes, but the sequence is important here.  You can color first and then have a Brazilian Blowout but you can't do the reverse. If you recently had a Brazilian Blowout and wish to get a color service, you should wait at least 2 weeks or else you risk reducing or shortening the effectiveness of the smoothing treatment.

Although people often use the names interchangeably, the two services are formulated differently and work in slightly different ways.

A Keratin Smoothing Treatment uses a keratin-based formula that penetrates the hair cuticle, then is sealed in with heat to temporarily strengthen and smooth the hair. It’s more of a deep conditioning and restructuring treatment that fills in weak spots along the hair shaft. Results tend to be a bit heavier and silkier, and the treatment usually requires a 72-hour “no washing or tying up” period so the keratin bonds can fully set.

A Brazilian Blowout is also keratin-based, but the formulation involves amino acids and bonding technologies that coat the hair shaft rather than penetrate as deeply. This creates a protective, flexible shield around each strand. The result is lighter, more customizable smoothing—you can keep some wave or go straight—and you can wash or style the hair immediately afterward.

Yes. The treatment reduces frizz but does not prevent you from curling or styling your hair.

Not necessarily. A Brazilian Blowout is a smoothing treatment, not a permanent straightening service. The final result depends on your natural hair texture, the treatment plan, and how you style your hair afterward.

Many clients with wavy hair achieve a very smooth, straight look with minimal effort, while those with curly hair typically notice softer, more relaxed curls with significantly less frizz and faster styling. During your consultation, we'll discuss the results you can realistically expect based on your hair type and your goals.

Often, yes. Because Monaco specializes in professional hair extensions, we can determine whether a smoothing treatment is appropriate for your specific extension method and provide guidance on proper care afterward.