People often confuse ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment with the ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor.
However, they are used for different purposes. I covered how to apply ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment on natural hair in the previous article.
With similar packaging, it’s easy to get mixed up between the two if you’ve never used ApHogee treatments before.
This article will cover the differences between the two and when you should use each one.
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ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment vs ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor
ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment
ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment is a serious protein treatment formulated for treating severely damaged hair.
ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment binds to hair and rebuilds damaged hair.
It is designed to harden when applied to hair so the modified proteins and other ingredients in the product can bind to hair and strengthen hair.
An additional step of applying a balancing moisturizer is needed post-treatment to bring the pH level of the hair back to normal.
ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment
How to Use ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment
The previous article provided an in-depth review of ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment as well as step-by-step instructions for application.
Read ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment on Natural Hair for more information on this as well as the best tips for a successful application.
ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment Ingredients
Hydrolyzed Collagen, Water (Aqua, Eau), Citric Acid, Dimethylol Urea, Magnesium Sulfate, Ethylene Urea, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein PG-Propyl Silanetriol, Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil, Panthenol, Phytantriol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Fragrance (Parfum), Magnesium Carbonate, Diethylene Glycol, Trideceth-12, C11-15 Pareth-7, C12-16 Pareth-9, DMDM Hydantoin, Linalool
ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment comes in a one-use pack, 4 oz, and 16 oz bottles.
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor on the other hand is formulated to be used weekly for the treatment of brittle hair and mild damage usually caused by detangling or styling hair.
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor can also be used as a mild protein boost between treatments with ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment.
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor is made up of keratin amino acids, vitamins, and natural oils like jojoba oil, avocado oil, and wheat germ oil.
It is a quick protein deep conditioning treatment and will not harden like its counterpart.
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor
How to Use ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor can be applied after shampooing and left on for a few minutes before rinsing out.
If your hair feels like it doesn’t need protein then there’s no need to apply the reconstructor.
You can use ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor weekly or occasionally depending on your hair needs.
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor Ingredients
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 60, Behenamidopropylamine Behenatem Stearolkonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Cocodimonium Hydrolyzed Hair Keratin, Hydrolzed Mucopolysac Charides, Sodium Coco Collagen Amino Acids, Wheat Germ Fatty Acids, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Arachidonic Acid, Squalane, Avocado Oil, Acetimide MEA, Panthenol, Wheat Germ Oil, Jojoba Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sulfur, Amodimethicone, Polyquaternium 10, Linoleamidopropyl PG Dimonium, Chloride Phosphate, Tallowtrimonium Chloride, Nonoxynol 10, Cocoyl Sarcosine, Sorbitol, Fragrance, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
Keep in mind ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor isn’t paraben free or cone free.
If you don’t care for those ingredients you may want to try some other reconstructors like:-
- Giovanni Nutraflix Hair Reconstructor
- John Masters Organics Honey & Hibiscus Hair Reconstructor
- Aubrey Organics GPB Balancing Protein Conditioner
ApHogee Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor comes in 2 sizes – 8 oz and 16 oz.
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Does doing protein on hair every week cause brittle hair?
It depends on the type of protein. You can use the 2 min reconstructor weekly as it’s pretty mild but the stronger stuff should only be used every few months. For a breakdown of the different kinds of protein, read When to Use Protein Deep Conditioners
After using the two minute reconstructor, do I use my normal conditioner and style as usual?
Use the two-minute reconstructor as a deep conditioner instead of your normal conditioner.
can i leave the 2 min reconstructor on for an hour or anytime longer than 2 mins? also should i want apply a dark rinse to my naturally brown hair can these two treatments be done the same day?
You can leave for longer than 2 minutes but anything more than 30 – 45 mins might be overkill. What is the composition of this dark rinse?
Can the two-step protein treatment and keratin 2 minute reconstructor be used together?
Noooo. That’s too much. After Aphogee 2 step, you should focus on mostly moisturizing products for a few weeks then you can include the 2-minute reconstructor.
Lol I came here just for this info! Saved me!
How often can I do the 2 step protein treatment?
I don’t think my hair is very dry but it is a bit slow to growth. I just bought some Aphogee moisturizing products but is there anything specific you can recommend? My hair just stops growing at shoulder length
The 2-step should be done every 8 – 10 weeks. Longer periods in-between if your hair feels fine. If you need a quick protein boost in between, the 2-minute reconstructor works just fine.
Your hair hasn’t stopped growing. You’re just not retaining length. To find out the best products, identify your porosity and hair needs ot determine the best products for you. Here are some useful links:-
What is Hair Porosity and How Can You Tell Your Porosity Level?
365 Days of Moisture for Dry and Parched Hair
Will this work for thinning and shedding hair. Had a baby and hair is shedding drastically!
I would recommend starting with the keratin 2-minute reconstructor to see how your hair will react before trying the two-step treatment and also ensure you’re eating all the right things to optimize internally for stronger hair.
I had color lifted and then toned. My hair is very very dry and brittle. I bought the aphogee two step protein treatment and the keratin 2 minute reconstructor. Which one should I use first? Can I use both in the same day?
Definitely don’t use both on the same day. Keratin 2 minute reconstructor is a light maintenance treatment between heavy protein treatments. Start with the two-step protein treatment and don’t forget the moisturizing deep conditioning treatment afterward. HTH.
Thanks for this! I have never done a protein treatment before and I feel my natural hair is dry, not retaining moisture or growth. Do you suggest i use a this keratin?
I would need to know your hair type and porosity level to make a proper determination. Dryness indicates a lack of moisture and not just protein. Start with the keratin 2-minute reconstructor and a good deep conditioning session then reassess.
Hello, I have high porosity hair and I’m unsure of the routine for both of these products should be. Should I still do 8-10 weeks or once a month for the protein treatment and do the reconstructor all the other weeks. Thank you for your help.
Start with the two-step protein treatment to see how your hair reacts then use the 2 min reconstructor as needed. Best time frame is 8 – 10 weeks (for relaxed hair). Once a month is too much for the two-step protein treatment. If your hair is natural, then reduce to only 2 – 3 times a year. Natural hair doesn’t need this treatment as much as relaxed hair. Read more here https://www.healthynaturalhairproducts.com/aphogee-two-step-protein-treatment-for-natural-hair/
Hello , so I found this lovely blog a little too late for what I have done ! I used both treatments in one day and now I am wondering what I should do if you have any advice on this mistake I’ve just made I would greatly appreciate 🙏🏽
That’s definitely a lot of protein so you need to balance it out with lots of deep conditioning sessions now. Ensure the deep conditioner doesn’t have protein. You can find some good suggestions here – https://www.healthynaturalhairproducts.com/deep-conditioning-natural-hair.
I use the 2 mins reconstructor once a month and alternate between moisture and protein deep conditioners on a weekly basis. Lately, curls aren’t popping as they used to be. Wash and go last only 2-3 days as opposed to 5-6 days as usual. I noticed short hair all around my hair in anywhere I part it. Is it breakage or new growth because have been using scalp density booster, hair growth serum and hair growth vitamin. I wonder if my hair needs stronger protein treatment. I am not sure why, I have a pretty detailed haircare regimen. I use olaplex 3 almost every other wash. Hair feel mushy and limp, not sure if I have moisture overload or protein overload. Help! Please!
I have medium density and low porosity hair
Hi.
Just purchased a packet of the aphogee protein keratin 2 reconstructor.
Realized it has two separate portions, should both be used together?