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What You Need to Know about Japanese Hair Straightening |
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Over the last 4 years a new type of hair straightening has crept into the USA. Called Japanese hair straightening it also falls under other names including; Thermal Reconditioning, Magic Straight, Bio Ionic Straightening, Yuko System (named after the Japanese stylist who is meant to have popularised the treatment), Liscio, and Rebonding. The Liscio process is the original and the one you are most likely to see in salons.
As the name suggests it originated in Japan and the process will give you permanently straight hair as opposed to the temporary straight hair provided by in-home straighteners like the excellent Sedu flat iron. In reality it lasts about 6 months when your hair will need re-touching because of the hair growth. This form of treatment is not recommended for: * more delicate African hair * hair that has been heavily treated or damaged * hair that is quickly thinning and falling out The treatment is very expensive, $300-$800 in top salons and depending on which process you opt for can take between 4-6 hours to complete. This is a far cry from using your own hair straightener at home for a fraction of the cost and only taking a matter of minutes. Given the cost you should expect a free consultation on how well (or if) the treatment will work on your hair. As the treatment is very expensive you should do your homework,here is a summary of the whole process. * A protein conditioner is applied to your hair. * A cream based thio relaxor is then applied. This will soften your hair and disassociate the sulfur bonds inside the hair shaft. * After a period of time the stylist will do a test to see if the hair has broken down to the right degree. * Once the proper amount of Sulfur bonds have been disassociated the stylist will rinse your hair. * Your hair is dried into the style you normally wear it in. * The stylist will take small sections and apply some degree of tension to get your hair as straight as possible. * Once the neutralizer has been on the hair for the proper amount of time it will be rinsed from the hair. * After the hair is rinsed it will be dried again and ironed into the style you wish to wear. * The neutralizing chemical only begins to re-associate the sulfur bonds. The hair still needs to absorb more oxygen and will do so naturally through the air. * The hair designer will instruct you not to shampoo, wet or style your hair for 24-72 hours, this is to allow it to completely neutralize into the current shape. The results from the process are amazing, considering your hair is subjected to nearly 6 hours of chemical and heat treatment. You will probably be advised to use special after care products. You should take the stylists advice but make sure and shop round for the products online, as they can be very expensive in salons. However, all the time and effort is worth it, as your hair will not need to be treated for at least 6 months. So twice a year should be enough for curl free hair all year. |
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New Comments
Posted by Jocylene from Vancouver, BC, November 9, 2009
I was wondering if anybody knows of any good places to get Japanese straightening done in Vancouver, BC. There are a lot of places that do it, but I want a good place and I don't know anybody who has had it done before.
Thanks!
Posted by Melissa from North Bergen NJ, October 4, 2009
Oh yeah and also DO NOT EVEN THINK ABOUT DOING THIS PROCESS IF YOU HAVE HIGHLIGHTS. I know that some places will not even do it for you if you have them in your hair. That is not the salons fault if you do your research and use common sense. You cant fry your hair too much, you either want straight hair or you want blond highlights. Both will lead to a breakage disaster. I also recommend using Chi or any other brand Kertin Spray on your hair daily and also look for a shampoo with a high amount of Kertin protein in it. Harmon has their own brand and its animal friendly on top of being amazing for your hair.
Posted by Glam from Jackson Heights NY, September 16, 2009
DONT GO TO HAIR VILLAGE IN WOODSIDE ... I've gone there for many years just for a weekly blow dry and have witnessed girls coming back in tears because their hair has fallen out. They are not trained or licensed! they give you a number because they are so crowded. They dont understand a word you say except TIP ME NOW! avoid this place at all cost. I'm surprised they havent been shut down. Its probably because they pay HUSH money to any agent. If you want to save money thats fine, but there are other places in Queens that charge the same rate and focus on you without passing you to several girls. Its not safe nor sanitary. Try Hair Pro which is the same price, cleaner, licensed and they speak english!!!!!
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Tips, Advices, Questions and Answers Any question about What You Need to Know about Japanese Hair Straightening? 
How long do you have to wait for highlights to grow out before doing this type of treatment?
Suzanne posted question at February 23, 2010, 00:15
 MelissaP's Reply:
usually 4-6 weeks. Just be sure not to color it too many times because overlapping color is bad for your hair if you are using permanent hair color.  
Have fairly straight hilighted hair...cut in a chin length bob with bangs... have been using a flatiron to make it smooth/silky... my stylist recommends the treatment to make it less frizzy on humid days and more manageable...will i be able to curl it with curling iron for a different look? Usually use large iron at the crown for lift...will it be flatter after the treatment?
Lydia Hyatt posted question at February 13, 2010, 20:11
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