Products - Cleansing and Conditioning

strengthening shampoo

shampoo that contains various strengthening and nourishing ingredients to add strength to weak, damaged or brittle hair

pH-balanced shampoo

shampoo that is balanced to the pH of skin and hair (4.5 to 5.5)

deionized water

water that has had impurities (such as calcium, magnesium, and other metal ions that would make a product unstable) removed

moisturizer

a product formulated to add moisture to dry hair or promote moisture retention

shampoo draping

also known as wet draping; used to protect clients during shampoo and styling or shampoo and haircutting service

scalp astringent lotion

product used to remove oil accumulation from the scalp; used after a scalp treatment and before styling

balancing shampoo

also known as neutralizing shampoo; shampoo designed to wash away excess oiliness while preventing the hair from drying out

neutralizing shampoo

also known as balancing shampoo used for chemically processed or relaxed hair that rebalances the hair’s pH level by neutralizing any alkali or unwanted residues

nonstripping

product that does not remove artificial color from the hair

malassezia

fungus that causes visibly shed skin cells, or dandruff, that can sit on the scalp and create dryness, itchiness, and discomfort

effleurage

massage technique of stroking and circular hand movements most often used for scalp massage; can be done gently and rhythmically to relax client, stimulate the microcirculation, and bring nutrients to the scalp. Usually done with the balls of the fingers in forward-to-backward movements

medicated scalp lotion

conditioner that promotes scalp healing

humectants

substances that absorb moisture or promote moisture retention

medicated shampoo

shampoo containing special ingredients that are very effective in reducing dandruff or relieving other scalp conditions

clarifying shampoo

is an alkaline shampoo containing an active chelating agent that binds to metals (such as iron and copper), formulated with a pH of 7 or higher. It removes excess oils, product buildup, and residual minerals that cling to the hair

petrissage

involves gentle pushing and kneading of the scalp with a combination of the palms, fingers, and thumbs of the hand to help soothe muscles; often used in a therapeutic massage to loosen dead skin cells from the scalp

scalp conditioner

product, usually in a cream base, softens and improves scalp’s health

chemical draping

used for chemical services or treatments, such as haircoloring, permanent wave, or chemical hair relaxing

dry shampoo

also known as powder shampoo; shampoo that cleanses the hair without soap and water

spray-on thermal protector

product applied to hair before any thermal service to protect the hair from the harmful effects of blowdrying, thermal irons, or electric rollers

surfactant

also known as base detergent; cleansing or surface-active agents used in a variety of products, including shampoo

deep-conditioning treatment

also known as hair mask or conditioning pack; chemical mixture of concentrated protein and intensive moisturizer that penetrate the cuticle layer

conditioning shampoo

also known as moisturizing shampoo; shampoo that makes the hair appear smooth and shiny and improves its manageability

color-enhancing shampoo

shampoo created by combining the surfactant base with direct-dye color pigments that help to extend the vibrancy of the haircolor while adding hydration for hue intensity

conditioners

special chemical agent applied to the hair to deposit protein or moisturizer to help restore hair strength, infuse moisture, give hair body, or protect hair against possible breakage

sulfate-free shampoos

also called soap free shampoo; a shampoo formulated with little to no alkaline soap base