What’s the Difference?
Hair Bottox vs Keratin Treatment
Hair bottox can be confused with a keratin treatment, and vice versa, since both are applied in-salon, both improve the look and feel of hair and both use overlapping ingredients. But their primary purpose, mechanism and ideal candidate are meaningfully different.
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Hair Bottox |
Keratin Treatment (Latino) |
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Primary purpose |
Deep repair and restoration; rebuilds the hair fibre from within |
Smoothing and frizz control; seals and coats the cuticle |
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How it works |
Infuses proteins, amino acids and conditioning actives into gaps and weak points along the hair shaft |
Deposits a keratin protein layer over the cuticle, creating a humidity-resistant barrier |
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Effect on curl pattern |
Does not chemically alter curl; hair may appear smoother, but retains its natural pattern |
Softens and relaxes curl; reduces frizz and volume without permanent restructuring |
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Primary benefit |
Strength, elasticity, reduced breakage, deep moisture |
Smoothness, shine, frizz-free manageability |
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Best suited for |
Damaged, dry, over-processed or chemically treated hair needing repair |
Frizzy, wavy or lightly curly hair wanting smoother, more manageable results |
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Duration |
3–4 weeks; cumulative improvement with repeated sessions |
Up to 3 months |
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Contains toxins? |
No. Despite the name, Hair Bottox contains no botulinum toxin or harmful chemicals |
No. The Latino Keratin formula used at Pierre Haddad is formaldehyde-free |
Not sure which treatment is right for your hair? Our stylists assess your hair's current condition, history, and goals during the consultation and will honestly recommend the most appropriate service. Many clients benefit from both treatments at different points in their hair health journey.

