And What We Do Instead!
At one point, Chrome Spa Salon was proud to be a premier destination in Edmonton for the Brazilian Blowout, a wildly popular smoothing treatment that promised frizz-free, shiny, and more manageable hair. It delivered instant results and long-lasting shine that clients loved—but over time, we made the conscious decision to discontinue this service. Why?
Because your health—and the health of our stylists—comes first.
Why We Stopped Offering the Brazilian Blowout
After years of daily use, we became increasingly aware of concerns raised globally about the ingredients in Brazilian Blowout and similar keratin treatments. Specifically, the presence of formaldehyde-releasing chemicals and other additives raised red flags, especially with prolonged exposure. Though the treatment was effective, continuous use every day in a salon environment exposed our stylists to risks we could no longer ignore.
At Chrome Spa Salon, we believe that beauty should never come at the cost of health—yours or ours. That’s why we’ve taken a proactive stance and removed Brazilian Blowout and any smoothing systems that contain ammonium thioglycolate, an ingredient commonly found in chemical relaxers that is also incompatible with bleached or lightened hair.
This change also aligns with our commitment to being Edmonton’s top colour salon—many smoothing formulas can compromise colour services, especially when combined with lighteners. We won’t sacrifice your colour results or hair integrity for temporary smoothness.
What We Use Instead: Safe and Effective Alternatives
While we’ve left the Brazilian Blowout behind, we haven’t abandoned your need for smoother, shinier, healthier hair. In fact, we’ve curated a modern lineup of keratin-safe and amino acid-based treatments that offer incredible results—without the risks.
Some of our favourite alternatives include:
- MK Botox Hair Treatment
- This smoothing and reconstructive treatment works by replenishing lost proteins and essential nutrients in the hair shaft. It uses a blend of amino acids, vitamins, and natural proteins to deeply hydrate, restore strength, and enhance shine—without harmful fumes or harsh chemicals.
- Ideal for:
- Dry or damaged hair
- Frizzy, unmanageable hair
- Hair that needs extra protein and strengthening
- Kerasilk Smoothing System
- This innovative line provides a customized smoothing experience using glyoxylic acid (not ammonium thioglycolate or formaldehyde) and keratin to smooth, soften, and add lasting shine without compromising future colour services.
- Perfect for:
- Colour-treated or bleached hair
- Coarse or curly textures seeking manageability
- Clients looking for a keratin smoothing treatment with safe, salon-quality ingredients
What Type of Hair Benefits from These Treatments?
Our smoothing alternatives are ideal for anyone dealing with:
• Frizz and flyaways
• Dry, brittle strands
• Heat-damaged or chemically processed hair
• Hair lacking shine or softness
• Difficulty styling or blow drying
By targeting the hair’s structure using amino acids, keratin, and natural protein, these treatments rebuild and smooth from the inside out. Whether you want a silky finish or an easier styling routine, we’ll customize a treatment that works for your hair type and goals.
Let’s Smooth Things Over—Safely
At Chrome Spa Salon, we’re always evolving to give you the safest, most effective, and most luxurious services possible. We prioritize not only your results, but also your long-term hair health and well-being.
Book a consultation or ask about our Keratin-safe smoothing treatments next time you’re in. Your hair will thank you—with strength, shine, and frizz-free confidence.
