STRAIGHTLOX
2.5-3.5 hours will depend on hair type and formula used.
Absolutely, hair will hold a beautiful curl without frizzing up! You get the best of both worlds. Straight and sleek & curly chic.
Yes, from the age of 7 years old.
We strongly recommend using a shampoo without sulphates as other shampoos will strip away the treatment.
None, wash your hair the same day if you want.
Yes, we recommend waiting 10 days after treatment before swimming, after that we suggest applying conditioner or a hair mask before swimming to create a barrier and protect your hair from chloride and salt.
Straightlox Hair Straightening is the upgraded version of keratin. Keratin was created over 19 years ago. Organic Hair Straightening Treatments are newer technology with all the discoveries of modern-day science. Our treatments are absorbed into the hair cuticle, keratin sits on the top of the cuticle. With Straightlox Hair Straightening you can wash your hair straight away, keratin you need to wait 3 days. Keratin is one product for all hair types, Straightlox Hair Straightening comes in 6 formulas making the treatment personalized according to your hair type and desired result.
Straightlox Hair Straightening treatment is Thermo-Active = it gets activated with the heat of blow dryer (only 2-5 minutes). This will make your hair smoother, shinier, and prolong the life of the treatment.
Some clients with sensitive scalp may find some temporary oiliness flake for the first days after the treatment. This is caused by a rebalancing on the Ph of your scalp. You can help it by applying a 1:1 water & lemon juice mixture to the scalp aiding the rebalancing process. If you do not rinse your hair properly on the first wash post-treatment, you can have a distinct smell on your hair. Our plant-based ingredients combined with high heat; can sometimes take up to 2 washes to minimize and disappear so do NOT worry, this is NORMAL.
3-8 months or as your hair grows out, will depend on the hair type, formula used and aftercare.
Coloring BEFORE straightening: any time but it can go 1 tone lighter. Coloring AFTER straightening: ammonia-free any time, with ammonia after 2 washes. Bleaching BEFORE straightening: we recommend waiting 2-3 weeks. We need you to have a bit of time to see if there was any damage caused by the bleaching process. Bleaching AFTER straightening: wait 2-3 weeks so you let the straightening treatment set properly into the hair.
At Straightlox we tailor each treatment to our clients' hair goals. We have both curl-reducing and curl-enhancing treatments. Just ask and we will formulate the perfect treatment for your end goal.
Yes, Biotin and other amino acids will ensure blood flow to the scalp promoting hair growth. Hair is encouraged to grow when we stop using a flat iron, this allows your hair to grow stronger and longer without frying it or burning it with heat tools.
If you are taking Roaccutane or if your hair has been severely damaged from bleaching. (You can figure this out by wetting hair. If hair has a spaghetti-like consistency, or is overly stretchy, do NOT use this treatment.)