Keratin Hair Products

Keratin Hair Products South Africa

Shop professional keratin hair products at Partners Hair Design — South Africa's authorised stockist for the country's leading keratin treatment brands. Whether you want a professional in-salon smoothing treatment or take-home aftercare to maintain your results, find everything you need here. Free delivery on orders over R390 across South Africa.

What Is a Keratin Treatment?

Keratin is a structural protein that makes up the outer layer of every hair strand. Heat styling, chemical services, hard water, and environmental damage all break down your hair's natural keratin — causing frizz, roughness, breakage, and loss of shine. A keratin treatment temporarily replenishes this protein by coating the hair shaft with a keratin-based formula, then sealing it in with heat. The result is smoother, shinier, stronger hair with significantly reduced frizz — lasting anywhere from 6 to 16 weeks depending on the treatment and hair type.

Keratin Treatment Brands at Partners Hair Design

Mycro Keratin: South Africa's most popular professional keratin brand. Developed locally for SA hair types and climate conditions, Mycro Keratin offers several treatment strengths — from the intensive Madame range for coarse and curly hair to the gentler Kroma system for fine or chemically sensitive hair. All Mycro Keratin treatments are formaldehyde-free. Aftercare includes the KERAXIR shampoo, conditioner, mask, and Tone & Treat range specifically formulated to extend treatment results.

Brasil Cacau: A premium Brazilian keratin system renowned for intense smoothing and long-lasting results. The Brasil Cacau range includes the Thermal Reconstruction treatment for maximum straightening, alongside the Argan Oil and Desmaia Cabelo aftercare lines for maintaining softness and shine between treatments.

QIQI: A South African brand built on acid-based technology — an alternative to traditional alkaline keratin systems. The QIQI Vega treatment is formaldehyde-free, vegan, and safe for colour-treated and bleached hair. Three formulations target coarse, wavy, and fine hair types respectively. QIQI aftercare includes the Smooth Service shampoo and conditioner, Porosity Spray, and weekly Masque.

In-Salon vs Take-Home Keratin

The products in this collection are professional-grade take-home aftercare — formulated to maintain and extend the results of an in-salon keratin treatment. If you're looking for an in-salon keratin treatment, all Partners Hair Design salons across Cape Town offer professional services with Mycro Keratin and other leading brands. Ask your stylist which treatment strength is right for your hair type and lifestyle.

How to Maintain Your Keratin Treatment

The right aftercare is essential to extending your treatment results. Use a sulphate-free, salt-free shampoo from day one — sulphates strip the keratin coating significantly faster than sulphate-free formulas. Avoid tying hair up tightly or sleeping on cotton pillowcases for the first 48–72 hours after treatment. When swimming, protect treated hair with a leave-in conditioner and rinse immediately after. Use the brand's dedicated aftercare range for best results — each brand formulates its shampoos and conditioners to be pH-compatible with its own treatments.

FAQ

How long does a keratin treatment last? Typically 8–16 weeks depending on the treatment, your hair type, and how well you maintain it with sulphate-free products. Mycro Keratin and Brasil Cacau treatments typically last 12–16 weeks with proper aftercare.

Can I colour my hair after a keratin treatment? Yes — wait at least 2 weeks after the treatment before colouring. Colour before a treatment, not after, for the most stable results.

Are these treatments safe for damaged or bleached hair? Mycro Keratin's Kroma range and QIQI's Thin & Delicate formula are specifically designed for chemically processed hair. Always consult your stylist for heavily bleached or compromised hair.

Is keratin treatment suitable for natural or coily hair? Yes — the Mycro Keratin Madame range and Brasil Cacau Thermal Reconstruction are specifically designed for Type 3–4 coily and tightly curly hair seeking extended smoothness and manageability.

What's the difference between keratin and a relaxer? Keratin treatments are temporary — they coat the hair without permanently altering its structure and wash out gradually over weeks. Chemical relaxers permanently straighten hair by breaking the hair's internal bonds. Keratin is significantly gentler and fully reversible.

Why Buy from Partners Hair Design?

We are authorised stockists for Mycro Keratin, Brasil Cacau, and QIQI in South Africa — every product is 100% authentic. Our Cape Town stylists are trained in all three systems and can advise on the right treatment and aftercare routine for your specific hair type. Free delivery on orders over R390 across South Africa.