{"id":93541,"date":"2026-08-17T19:50:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T09:50:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/?p=93541"},"modified":"2026-08-17T19:50:09","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T09:50:09","slug":"silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Silk Press vs Keratin Treatment: Which Lasts Longer?"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-93544 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment-blys-3-1.png\" alt=\"silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\" width=\"1100\" height=\"764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment-blys-3-1.png 1100w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment-blys-3-1-768x533.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calling these two treatments <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">basically the same thing<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a bit like calling a rental car and a car you actually own <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">basically the same thing<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, technically both get you somewhere, very different relationship underneath. A silk press and a keratin treatment can produce a similar-looking sleek, smooth result, but how they get there, and how long they actually stay that way, are completely different stories.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#How_Each_Treatment_Works\" >How Each Treatment Works<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Silk_Press_A_Blow-Dry_and_Flat-Iron_Technique_Not_a_Chemical_Process\" >Silk Press: A Blow-Dry and Flat-Iron Technique, Not a Chemical Process<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Keratin_Treatment_A_Chemical_Process_That_Changes_the_Hairs_Structure\" >Keratin Treatment: A Chemical Process That Changes the Hair&#8217;s Structure<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Longevity_and_Upkeep_Compared\" >Longevity and Upkeep Compared<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#How_Long_Each_One_Actually_Lasts\" >How Long Each One Actually Lasts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#What_Actually_Undoes_Each_Style_Faster\" >What Actually Undoes Each Style Faster<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Which_Hair_Types_Suit_Which\" >Which Hair Types Suit Which<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Silk_Press_Works_Across_a_Wide_Range_of_Textures_Especially_Coarser_and_Curlier_Hair\" >Silk Press Works Across a Wide Range of Textures, Especially Coarser and Curlier Hair<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Keratin_Treatments_Suit_Frizz-Prone_or_Wavy_Hair_Looking_for_Longer-Term_Smoothness\" >Keratin Treatments Suit Frizz-Prone or Wavy Hair Looking for Longer-Term Smoothness<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#What_a_Mobile_Appointment_for_Each_Looks_Like\" >What a Mobile Appointment for Each Looks Like<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Silk_Press_at_Home_What_to_Expect_and_How_Long_It_Takes\" >Silk Press at Home: What to Expect and How Long It Takes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Keratin_at_Home_Ventilation_Timing_and_Aftercare\" >Keratin at Home: Ventilation, Timing, and Aftercare<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Does_a_silk_press_last_longer_than_a_keratin_treatment\" >Does a silk press last longer than a keratin treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Is_silk_press_hair_damaging_compared_to_a_keratin_treatment\" >Is silk press hair damaging compared to a keratin treatment?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Can_I_get_a_keratin_treatment_at_home\" >Can I get a keratin treatment at home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#What_hair_types_suit_a_silk_press_best\" >What hair types suit a silk press best?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#What_hair_types_suit_a_keratin_treatment_best\" >What hair types suit a keratin treatment best?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#How_much_upkeep_does_each_treatment_need\" >How much upkeep does each treatment need?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\/#Book_a_Hair_Treatment_at_Home\" >Book a Hair Treatment at Home<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Each_Treatment_Works\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Each Treatment Works<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The biggest difference between the two isn&#8217;t the finished look. It&#8217;s what&#8217;s actually happening to the hair to get there.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silk_Press_A_Blow-Dry_and_Flat-Iron_Technique_Not_a_Chemical_Process\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silk Press: A Blow-Dry and Flat-Iron Technique, Not a Chemical Process<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A silk press is pure heat styling, no chemicals involved at all. Hair gets washed, deep conditioned, blow-dried with tension section by section, then flat-ironed to a smooth, silky finish while the hair&#8217;s natural texture stays completely intact underneath. It&#8217;s a very skilled, very thorough version of straightening hair at home, done properly enough that it actually holds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keratin_Treatment_A_Chemical_Process_That_Changes_the_Hairs_Structure\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keratin Treatment: A Chemical Process That Changes the Hair&#8217;s Structure<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A keratin treatment works differently at a structural level. A keratin-based formula gets applied to the hair and sealed in with heat, which actually alters the hair&#8217;s bond structure to reduce frizz and add smoothness for a much longer stretch than styling alone could manage. Some keratin formulas contain formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing ingredients, so asking a provider about the specific product being used is a reasonable question if that&#8217;s a concern, since formulations vary a fair bit between products.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Longevity_and_Upkeep_Compared\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Longevity and Upkeep Compared<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where the two treatments really part ways, and it&#8217;s usually the deciding factor for most people.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Each_One_Actually_Lasts\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Long Each One Actually Lasts<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A silk press typically lasts until the next wash or the first real run-in with humidity, commonly around one to two weeks with careful upkeep, a silk scarf or bonnet at night, and steering clear of steamy bathrooms and unexpected rain. A keratin treatment holds for months rather than days, often somewhere in the two to four month range depending on hair type and the specific formula used, which is the whole appeal for anyone tired of restyling constantly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Actually_Undoes_Each_Style_Faster\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Actually Undoes Each Style Faster<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A silk press has one natural predator, and it&#8217;s rain, humidity, or a suspiciously steamy bathroom mirror, basically anything involving water vapor meeting hair that hasn&#8217;t been chemically altered. A keratin treatment holds up much better against moisture since it&#8217;s changed the hair itself, though sulfate shampoos and certain aftercare mistakes can still shorten its lifespan faster than expected.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Hair_Types_Suit_Which\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which Hair Types Suit Which<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Neither treatment is universally the better choice, and hair type plays a real role in which one actually delivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silk_Press_Works_Across_a_Wide_Range_of_Textures_Especially_Coarser_and_Curlier_Hair\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silk Press Works Across a Wide Range of Textures, Especially Coarser and Curlier Hair<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A silk press is popular specifically because it works so well on coarser, curlier, and coilier hair textures, giving a sleek, straight look without permanently altering the curl pattern underneath. Since nothing about the hair&#8217;s structure changes, it&#8217;s also a lower-commitment option for anyone who wants to switch back to their natural texture without waiting out a treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keratin_Treatments_Suit_Frizz-Prone_or_Wavy_Hair_Looking_for_Longer-Term_Smoothness\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keratin Treatments Suit Frizz-Prone or Wavy Hair Looking for Longer-Term Smoothness<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keratin treatments usually work best on wavy or frizz-prone hair looking to cut down on daily styling time over a period of months, instead of achieving a completely straight result. Very tightly coiled hair can still see results, but the change is usually a loosening and smoothing effect rather than fully straight hair, which is a good thing to discuss with a provider beforehand to set the right expectation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_a_Mobile_Appointment_for_Each_Looks_Like\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What a Mobile Appointment for Each Looks Like<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Booking either one at home changes a few real details before the appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Silk_Press_at_Home_What_to_Expect_and_How_Long_It_Takes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silk Press at Home: What to Expect and How Long It Takes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mobile silk press typically takes one and a half to two and a half hours depending on hair length and density, and mainly needs a power outlet for styling tools and enough space to move around comfortably. Since there&#8217;s no chemical smell or lengthy processing time involved, it&#8217;s a fairly low-fuss appointment to have at home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Keratin_at_Home_Ventilation_Timing_and_Aftercare\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keratin at Home: Ventilation, Timing, and Aftercare<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keratin treatments come with a smell that means business, the kind that has you double-checking the window is actually open. A mobile keratin appointment needs proper ventilation, a well-aired room or open windows, and takes considerably longer than a silk press, often three to four hours factoring in application, processing, and the sealing step. Aftercare instructions, when it&#8217;s safe to wash or tie hair up, matter just as much as the appointment itself for making the treatment actually last as long as it should. Given a keratin result sits on your hair for months rather than days,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/blog\/how-provider-ratings-reviews-work\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">checking a stylist&#8217;s reviews properly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> matters more here than for a lot of other bookings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deciding between the two usually comes down to how long you want the result to last versus how much you want your natural texture completely untouched underneath. Either way,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/us\/services\/hair\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a mobile hairstylist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can bring the right one to your door, so the choice comes down to what actually fits your hair and your schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/app.getblys.com\/new-booking\/?utm_source=website-blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=silk-press-vs-keratin-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book a Hair Treatment at home \u2192<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_a_silk_press_last_longer_than_a_keratin_treatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Does a silk press last longer than a keratin treatment?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it&#8217;s the other way around. A silk press typically lasts one to two weeks before humidity or washing reverts it, while a keratin treatment holds for two to four months since it actually changes the hair&#8217;s structure instead of just styling it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_silk_press_hair_damaging_compared_to_a_keratin_treatment\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is silk press hair damaging compared to a keratin treatment?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A silk press involves no chemicals, just heat styling, so the main risk is heat damage from frequent flat-ironing over time. A keratin treatment is a chemical process, and some formulas contain formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing ingredients, which is a reasonable thing to raise with a provider before booking if that&#8217;s a concern.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_get_a_keratin_treatment_at_home\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I get a keratin treatment at home?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, a mobile keratin treatment works similarly to an in-salon one, though it needs proper ventilation in the room and takes longer than a silk press, often three to four hours including processing and sealing. Aftercare timing, especially when it&#8217;s safe to wash or tie hair up, matters for how long the results actually last.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_hair_types_suit_a_silk_press_best\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What hair types suit a silk press best?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Silk presses work especially well on coarser, curlier, and coilier hair textures, giving a sleek, straight look while leaving the natural curl pattern completely intact underneath. It&#8217;s a popular choice for anyone who wants a temporary change without any permanent alteration to their hair&#8217;s texture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_hair_types_suit_a_keratin_treatment_best\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What hair types suit a keratin treatment best?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keratin treatments usually suit wavy or frizz-prone hair looking to reduce daily styling effort over several months, more than hair looking for a fully straight result. Very coily hair can still see a noticeable smoothing effect, though usually not a completely straight outcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_upkeep_does_each_treatment_need\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much upkeep does each treatment need?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A silk press needs nightly protection, a silk scarf or bonnet, and avoiding humidity and water to get the full one to two weeks out of it. 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