If your hair’s been feeling brittle, limp, or just not bouncing back the way it used to, you might be missing one key element in your routine: protein. While moisture is essential for softness and flexibility, it’s protein that gives hair its strength, shine, shape, and resilience.
That’s where Cécred’s Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual comes in—a protein-rich treatment designed to help restore your hair’s structure without leaving it stiff or overloaded. Whether your strands are straight, wavy, curly, or coily, this 2-step ritual offers visible transformation. Think visibly stronger hair, less breakage, and noticeably improved elasticity, all without compromising softness.
Do Protein Treatments Actually Help Hair?
Yes. When your hair is damaged or weakened from heat, coloring, or chemical treatments, a well-formulated protein treatment can help replenish what’s been lost. Cécred’s Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual harnesses the power of hydrolyzed rice protein and fermented ingredients known to strengthen hair, which penetrate deeply into the hair shaft and support internal structure.
Curly hair protein treatment before and after results can be especially striking. Curly and coily textures are naturally more prone to protein loss due to the bends and curves in the strand, which can weaken over time. After just one use, curls often appear more defined and less frizzy. Hair before and after protein treatments show less breakage during detangling and more consistent curl formation.
Do You Wash Your Hair Before or After a Protein Treatment?
Always start with clean hair. For the Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual to work effectively, you’ll want to cleanse first with Cécred’s Hydrating Shampoo. Starting with a clean slate allows the protein complex to penetrate into the hair shaft. Once rinsed, follow with the Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual, which is a two-step process and finish with Cécred's Moisturizing Deep Conditioner to rebalance the hair and infuse deep moisture.
That leads to another common question...
How Often Should You Protein Treat Hair?
The answer depends on your hair’s condition. For chemically treated, color-processed, or frequently heat-styled hair, once every 2–4 weeks is a good cadence. If your hair is relatively healthy but prone to dryness or dullness, incorporating the treatment monthly is a great way to maintain strength. For curls, a regular boost of protein can make a world of difference in how your hair holds shape and retains definition.
What Not to Do After Protein Treatment?
Just as important as the treatment itself is what you do afterward. Avoid excessive heat styling right away. Your hair has just been fortified and needs time to settle and rebuild resilience. Also, skip any additional protein products for a few days. Overloading your hair with protein can make it feel stiff or brittle. Instead, focus on moisture. Follow the ritual with Cécred’s Hydrating Conditioner or Moisturizing Deep Conditioner to maintain a healthy balance between strength and softness.
Whether you're dealing with damage, prepping for a protective style, or simply maintaining the health of your curls, the before and after protein hair treatment results speak for themselves. With consistent use, you’ll see less breakage, smoother cuticles, and hair that feels resilient, even under stress.
Ready to see your own transformation? Try Cécred's Fermented Rice & Rose Protein Ritual and discover what your hair can do when it’s fortified with a strengthening routine that works.