STRAIGHTENING EXPERTISE

BY THE BEST HAIRDRESSERS IN THE WORLD

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2DIFFERENT TYPES OF CURLS*

* Work carried out by LOral research teams in 22 countries has enabled us to create a classification of eight types of curl. The scale is based on the very precise measurements of the hair fibres morphological parameters (the curve diameter and the number of waves) and as a result is more precise and also morereliable.

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X-TENSO MOISTURIST

A straightening technique allowing Brazilian Straightening results, thanks to an application-specific protocol.

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6X-TENSO MOISTURIST TECHNOLOGY

X-Tenso Moisturist, lasting straightening from LOralProfessionnel, uses Thio technology and Nutri-Cationic technology to achieve a long-lasting straight effect which is gentle on the hair fibre and intensely nourishes the hair.

X-TENSO MOISTURIST

Inspired by haircare treatments, the straightening and neutralising formulas in X-Tenso Moisturist contain nutrients for wonderfully straightened and beautiful hair, nourished from root to tip.

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Thio straightening targets four types of curls:

X-Tenso Moisturist targets wavy and curly hair belonging to curl types I to IV to relax, control, reduce volume and completely straighten the hair.

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THE X-TENSO MOISTURIST NEUTRALISING CREAM

X-TENSO MOISTURIST PRODUCTS

Volume control Ease of blow-dry Controls frizziness Anti-humidity

Protection

STRAIGHTENINGQuick and simple to apply.

SIMPLICITY

Hair is intensely nourished. The surface is smoothed for brilliant shine.

COSMETIC+ SILKY + SHINY

BENEFITS OF X-TENSO MOISTURIST

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X-TENSO MOISTURIST RESULTS

REDUCEDVOLUME

BRAZILIAN STRAIGHTENINGEFFECT

JAPANESE STRAIGHTENING EFFECT

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WITH JUST ONE PRODUCT YOU CAN ACHIEVE THREE STRAIGHTENING SERVICES TAILORED TO YOUR CLIENTS NEEDS.

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REDUCED VOLUME

BEFORE AFTER

WHO FOR?For women wanting to maintain their curls without frizz and excessive volume.

* Models natural hair colour

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THE STEPS TO REDUCING VOLUME

PREPARATION

After completing the diagnostic wheel evaluation to determine which lotion to use, shampoo with ProClassics Pr-Forme shampoo and rinse.

SECTION

Separate the hair intofour segments, keepingthe style of the hairin mind.

STRAIGHTENING

Apply 125ml of the X-Tenso Moisturist straightening cream 1cm from the scalp starting at the nape area.

Apply the cream meche by meche. Application and development time not to exceed 20 mins. Carry out the Knot Test (details on page 37). Ifthe knot remains closed, rinse. If not, extend the applicationtime.

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THE STEPS TO REDUCING VOLUME

DEVELOPMENT

Check the hair regularly during the development time using the Knot Test (details on page 37). Once ready for removal, rinse the hair carefully and thoroughly for 3-5minutes.

NEUTRALISATION

Apply 120ml of the X-Tenso Moisturist neutralising cream. After development time, rinse hair carefully.

FINISHING

Style as usual.

Application time 10 mins. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

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WHO FOR?For women who want straightened hair whilst maintaining flexibility and movement.

BEFORE AFTER

BRAZILIAN STRAIGHTENING

THE STEPS FOR BRAZILIAN STRAIGHTENING

PREPARATION

After completing the diagnostic wheel evaluation to determine which lotion to use, shampoo with ProClassics Pr-Forme shampoo and rinse.

SECTION

Separate the hair into four segments, keeping the style of the hair in mind.

STRAIGHTENING

Apply 125ml of X-Tenso Moisturist straightening cream 1cm from the scalp, starting at the nape area.

Application and development time should not exceed 20 mins. Natural & Natural Resistant Cream: up to 20 minutes. Sensitised cream: up to 15 minutes. Carry out the knot test (details on page 37) Ifthe knot remains closed, rinse. If not, extend the applicationtime.

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THE STEPS FOR BRAZILIAN STRAIGHTENING

DEVELOPMENT

Check the hair regularly during the development time using the Knot Test (details on page 37). Once ready for removal, rinse the hair carefully and thoroughly for 3-5minutes

BLOW DRYING AND STRAIGHTENING

Dry the hair until it is 80% dry and use straighteners on 1.5cm thick strands.

Beginning 1cm from the scalp, smooth the hair with the straightening irons, allowing them to slowly glide along the length of the hair in one continuous movement. Repeat two times on each meche until all the hair is straight and smooth. Thisshould take no longer than 20 minutes. Do not rinse.

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Apply the 120ml of X-Tenso Moisturist neutralising cream.

After development time, rinse hair carefully. Application time 10 mins

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JAPANESE STRAIGHTENING

WHO FOR?For women who want ultra straight, Japanese style hair.

BEFORE AFTER

THE STEPS TO JAPANESE STRAIGHTENING

PREPARATION

After completing the diagnostic wheel evaluation to determine which lotion to use, shampoo with ProClassics Pr-Forme shampoo and rinse.

SECTION

Separate the hair into four segments, keeping the style of the hair inmind.

STRAIGHTENING

Apply 125ml of X-Tenso Moisturist straightening cream 1cm from the roots, starting at the nape area.

Application and development time should not exceed 20mins. Natural and Natural Resistant Cream: up to 20 minutes. Sensitised cream: up to 15 minutes. Carry out the knot test (details on page 37). Ifthe knot remains closed, rinse. If not, extend the applicationtime.

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THE STEPS TO JAPANESE STRAIGHTENING

DEVELOPMENT

Check the hair regularly during the development time using the Knot Test (details on page 37). Once ready for removal, rinse the hair carefully and thoroughly for 3-5minutes.

BLOW DRYING AND STRAIGHTENING

Dry the hair until it is 80% dry and use straighteners on fine sections (around 2mm).

NEUTRALISATION

Apply 120ml of theX-Tenso Moisturist neutralising cream. Afterdevelopment time, rinse hair carefully.

Beginning 1cm from the scalp, smooth the hair with the straightening irons, allowing them to slowly glide along the length of the hair in one continuous movement. Repeat two times on each meche until all the hair is straight and smooth. This should take no longer than 20 minutes. Do not rinse.

Application time 10 mins

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OUR DIAGNOSTIC WHEEL CAN HELP YOU PROVIDE THE BEST LONG-LASTING STRAIGHTENING SERVICES, TAILORED TO EACH OF YOUR CLIENTS.

SUCCESSFUL STRAIGHTENING

USING THE DIAGNOSTIC WHEELIn just four steps, you can make a full evaluation of your clients hair type, their needs and also the type of products to use.

Stage 1: Natural curl level (I to IV)Stage 2: Desired level of straighteningStage 3: Thickness of the hairStage 4: Sensitivity of the hair

For each new client, carry out the strand test after evaluation for OPTIMAL RESULTS in terms of THE HAIR FIBRE.

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HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC WHEEL

IDENTIFY

the level of the curland position it over thecorresponding number.

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the level of straightening that the client desires and find the corresponding number.

DETERMINE THE THICKNESS OF THE HAIR

and position this over the corresponding texture number.

Reducing Volume

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DETERMINE THE SENSITIVITY OF THE HAIR

Identify the texture in relation to the state of the hair and place this over the corresponding type.

3 POSSIBLE OPTIONS Use the small tab to slide the sensitivity type over the hair thickness type.

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SENSITIVE (eg: tone on tone; colouring carried out to 20 Vol.)

VERY SENSITIVE (eg: very highlighted hair, bleached, porous, split ends, etc.)

RESULTS

The strength of cream and technique to use are represented by a symbol (if the straighteners appear, straighten with straighteners, if not smooth the hair cool).

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Eg: Use appropriate strength for normal hair with straighteners

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TIPS FOR USING X-TENSO MOISTURIST

APPLY ON UP TO 30% EVENLY DISTRIBUTED HIGHLIGHTED HAIR:

X-Tenso Moisturist can be applied on up to 30% evenly distributed highlighted hair, using 30 vol oxydant, as long as the more sensitive areas are protected using a liss ultime masque.

APPLICATION TECHNIQUE:

Always follow the natural direction of hair growth

THE STRAND TEST:

For each new client, carry out a strand test of the product after evaluation. IF THE HAIR BREAKS, DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT, or any other permanent straightening product.

As part of the X-Tenso Moisturist service, you can suggest a home care programme for the client, recommending srie expert, tecni art and texture expert products, which have been designed to smooth and nourish the hair.

AFTERCARE

liss control cream Smoothing gel cream A 24-hour frizz tamer,

this soft cream controls and smoothes frizzy, rebellious hair, with a natural shine

liss control + serum Intense control

smoothing serum Gives 24-hour anti-frizz

protection, softness and natural shine to any style

iron finish Heat protective

straightening cream This cream will help to

create poker straight hair with irons, whilst protecting the hair fromheat

liss ultime shampooSmoothing shampoo forunmanageable and rebellious hair

liss ultime masqueSmoothing masque forunmanageable and rebellious hair

liss ultime serumShine perfecting serum for unmanageable and rebellious hair

liss ultime smoothing night treatment Smoothing night treatment for unmanageable and rebellious hair

PRODUCT RECOMMENDATIONS

smooth essence Flawlessly featherweight

smoothing cream with anti-humidity protection. Smoothes and controls fine hair

smooth velours Supreme blow-dry milk

with heat protection. Leaves hair soft, supple and polished

smooth ultime Dream cream for

taming thick, rebellious hair. Reduces volume and gives long-lasting anti-humidity protection

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HEALTH & SAFETY

Follow these Health & Safety instructions when carrying out an X-TensoMoisturist service.

Avoid contact of products with the skin or eyes. Rinse immediately with water if the product comes into contact with them

Follow directions carefully

Do not apply if the scalp is irritated, or if your client has previously experienced sensitivity/an allergic reaction to this type of product

Wear suitable gloves during mixing, application and removal of the product from the hair

Keep out of the reach of children

For professional use only

If you have any other questions, please contact the LOral Professionnel Salon Advice line on: 0800 0304 034 or for ROI: 1800 535 616

Do not apply to very sensitised hair, pre-lightened hair using more than 20 volume, hair with more than 30% highlights or hair coloured with permanent colour using more than 30 volume

Do not use on the same day as a permanent oxidation process. However, an application of Symbio, Richesse de Diacolor or Diacolor Gele can be made with reduced development time of 5 minutes

Do not use X-Tenso Moisturist on hair that has been previously relaxed/ straightened with a relaxing cream containing Sodium Hydroxide

Do not use on hair relaxed with a product (non-lye) containing either Potassium Hydroxide (potash), or Lithium Hydroxide (lithine), or Guanidine Carbonate

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Isolate a small 2cm x 2cm section

Apply X-Tenso Moisturist Smoothing cream suitable for the hair type to the section. (Do not cover)

Allow to develop for the recommended time

Rinse thoroughly

Apply X-Tenso Moisturist Neutralising Cream for 5 minutes. Re-apply for a further 5 minutes

Rinse thoroughly for 3 minutes

Check results. If the hair is damaged or broken after the test, do not continue with the application

NB: Test meche can be carried out before or on the day of the clients appointment.

HOW TO CARRY OUT A TEST MECHE

KNOT TEST

Check the hair regularly during the development time using the knot test as a guide.

4. If the knot loosens, leave the straightening cream on longer and redo the test after 5 minutes. If the knot holds firm, development is over and the hair is straightened enough. Undo the knot. Rinse thoroughly (for approx 5 minutes) to eliminate all traces of cream. With a dryer, blast dry the hair until 80% dry.

1. Isolate a meche of hair about 1mm thick (6 to 10 hairs) and test elasticity every 5minutes.

2. Make a knot with the meche of hair in the most sensitised area.

3. Gently tighten the knot. Hold knot between two hands and try to undo it by pushing on the two ends of the meche.

For further information please contact:

The LOral Professionnel salon advice line on 0800 030 4034

(ROI 1800 535 616) or email: salonadvice@uk.loreal.com

www.lorealprofessionnel.co.uk