Thermal Straightening

A revolutionary permanent hair straightening service
that combines thermal and chemical restructuring.
Consultation is required.

  
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Frequently asked questions

* How long can clients expect this service to last?

Thermal Str8 is a permanent service.  The hair will remain straight until it grows out.

* Can clients use Thermal Str8 on hair previously treated with relaxer products containing Sodium Hydroxide?

No.

* Can Thermal Str8 be safely used on clients who have chlorine, well water or salt water in the hair?

We recommend conducting a preliminary strand test first.

* Why is it necessary to wait 72 hours before shampooing, clipping, or banding the hair?

The hair will continue to naturally oxidize and re-harden into its strongest state over these 72 hours, providing superior, long-lasting results.  Bands or clips could leave permanent marks on the hair.

* How long do clients need to wait for a retouch?

There must be a minimum of 3 to 4 inches of re-growth to perform a retouch.  This may be 6 - 9 months of new growth.  The length of the hair will also have an effect on the length of time between services.

* How is a charge for this service determined?

The entire process will take anywhere from 3 to 6 hours.  A complete client consultation is recommended, prior to scheduling the service.  This will help determine the time the process will take and also give the client an idea of the cost involved.

* Ideally, how long must the hair be to perform this service?

The hair must be long enough to fit into the Str8 iron - approximately 4" in length.

* Can clients expect completely straight results after the hair has been shampooed the first time?

Yes, if the hair has been given the 72 hours to completely oxidize, it will be straight.

* Will the hair revert back to expose previous curl?

In some situations, with very strong resistant hair, some of the wave may revert.  In these cases, Thermal Str8 may need to be applied through to the ends when it is time for a retouch.

* Can clients permanent wave over Thermal Str8?

Yes.  After 7 to 10 days.  Perform a preliminary test curl first.

* Can clients use Thermal Str8 over hair previously treated with Anticurl?

Yes.

* How long after the last Thio-based treatment must clients wait, before treating with Thermal Str8?

7 to 10 days, if the client is looking for straighter results.  For a retouch, 4 to 6 months.

* Will this process fade color-treated hair?

Yes, artificial color may fade somewhat with this process.

* Will this process affect the color of virgin hair?

Virgin hair may lift 1 to 2 shades.

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