1). What is Thermal Ionic Permanent Straightener? Thermal Ionic Permanent Straightener is basically a three-step hair system designed to permanently straighten naturally curly, wavy or frizzy hair.
2). What are the three basic steps involved in the process? Step 1 after washing and conditioning the hair, treat the hair with Thermal Ionic Step 1 Lotion. This processing lotion softens the curl by relieving the internal stresses of the hair. Step 2, thermally reconstructs the hair into the new straight configuration. This is accomplished by pressing the hair with a hot ceramic flat iron maintained at 175 - 200 degrees C. Step 3 treat the hair with the Step 2 Neutralizer, which permanently locks the hair into a pin-straight configuration.
3). What is the active ingredient of the Step 1 Lotion? Ammonium Thioglycolate is the active ingredient of Step 1 Lotion.
4).How long does the hair remain straight? The hair remains permanently straight until it is cut off or permed. However, the new growth will be curly and a retouch straightening service will be required after 6-8 months, depending on the rate of hair growth and the degree of curliness of the new growth.
5).What are the benefits of the Thermal Ionic Permanent Straightening? - The hair will be permanently pin-straight, frizz free, silky soft and with unbelievable shine. The hair will be in better condition after the treatment than before. - This treatment minimizes static and fly-away and eliminates bad hair days. - The permanently straightened hair will dramatically reduce at home maintenance time.
6). How long does the Thermal Ionic Permanent Straightening service take? At Dakotah Salon and Spa, on average, the whole procedure takes 4-5 hours. However, the actual time will vary for each individual depending on the length, texture and curlinessof the hair.
7). Can Thermal Ionic be used on previously relaxed hair? Not if the hair was previously relaxed with lye type relaxers (i.e., sodium, lithium, potassium or guanidine hydroxides). If hair has been relaxed with these chemicals, only the new growth can be treated with Thermal Ionic, making sure that there is no overlap with the previously relaxed hair.
8). Can Thermal Ionic be used on color treated hair? Yes. There are two Thermal Ionic formulations available: Normal Formula For use on healthy, virgin hair or hair previously colored with semi or demi permanent hair colors, processed with less than 20 volume peroxide.
Tinted/Highlighted/Bleached Formula for use on hair previously colored with permanent hair color processed with 20 volume or greater peroxide, bleached or double-processed hair. When using the Tinted/Highlighted/Bleached formula, it is very important to determine the condition and/or integrity of the hair. If the hair very porous, dry and brittle from previous chemical treatments, do not use Thermal Ionic on this type of hair. If there is any doubt concerning the use of Thermal Ionic on a specific hair type, perform a complete strand test.
9). Can external heat be used to speed up the processing time? No. The products have been formulated to work at room temperature.
10). What kind of heating devise is used in the process? Ceramic irons. Optimum results are obtained with BaByliss®Pro, or Jilbère de Paris- ceramic irons since these irons evenly distribute the heat over the whole plate surface. It should be noted that these irons are calibrated to achieve a temperature of 175-200° C. This temperature range is necessary for thermal reconstruction to occur effectively.
11). Do you apply Thermal Ionic on permed hair? Yes. If the hair is in good condition, Thermal Ionic can be used over permed hair. If there is any doubt perform a complete strand test.
12). How does Thermal Ionic differ from lye typed relaxers (i.e., sodium, potassium, lithium, guanidine hydroxides)? The chemistry involved with the use of Thermal Ionic is similar to permanent waving and is different than the chemistry of lye relaxers. The Thermal Ionic chemistry is gentler and allows you to re-perm the hair even after Thermal Ionic treatment. Re-perming is not an option when hair is treated with lye relaxers.
13). Will Thermal Ionic treatment affect the color of the hair? Yes. Naturally colored hair may be one to two shades lighter and color treated hair will fade. If hair is to be colored again, wait 7-10 days after the Thermal Ionic service.
14). Could you color hair the same day you apply Thermal Ionics? No. Wait 7-10 days after an application of Thermal Ionics (See above).
15). When can I shampoo my hair after receiving a Thermal Ionic treatment? You cannot shampoo your hair for at least 48 hours. In addition, you should not crimp it in any manner within the same time period.
16). How much do you charge for this service? Since the process will depend of the amount and length of the hair. An evaluation prior to give an specific price will be required.
17). What is the minimum hair length required for this service? The minimum hair length is approximately four inches. For shorter hair lengths, it would be difficult to use a hot flat iron efficiently due to the width of the flat iron.
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