From relaxers to perms , there are many different hair treatments out there that it's tough to find the right one for you. One of the most popular options is the Brazilian blowout, a semi-permanent smoothing treatment that minimizes frizz and adds shine for three months. Enticing, right? Before you lock in your salon appointment, I chatted with PureWow Editor-in-Chief Jillian Quint about her own experience getting the treatment and consulted with a board-certified dermatologist about the safety of the buzzy blowout.

Dr. Ava Shamban is a board-certified dermatologist based in California and founder of Ava MD . She specializes in body contouring, injectables, lasers, medical dermatology (like hair loss treatments) and microneedling. She's currently a member of the American Society

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