Hanna Lee Professional Ultimate Liss (Brazilian Hair Straightening and Smoothing Cream - Single Step) 1KG
The Hanna Lee Ultimate Liss is a professional hair straightening and smoothing cream, formulated to realign the hair strands and provide a long-lasting straight effect. Its main characteristic is being a "Single Step" product, which simplifies and speeds up the application process. It incorporates what the brand calls "TRIONIC FACTOR" and is enriched with Argan Oil, Hazelnut Oil, and Proteins for a complete treatment.
Description and Effects:
This product was developed to transform hair texture, providing effective straightening while nourishing and beautifying the hair.
Hair Straightening and Smoothing: The primary function of Ultimate Liss is "Brazilian Hair Straightening and Smoothing," meaning it straightens hair and makes it softer and more manageable.
Single Step: The single-step formulation optimizes application time in the salon, as it generally eliminates the need for a prior anti-residue shampoo, which streamlines the process and can be less aggressive for some hair types by avoiding excessive cuticle dryness.
Frizz and Volume Control: The treatment aligns the hair fiber, resulting in a significant reduction of frizz and unwanted volume, leaving hair more disciplined and easy to comb.
"TRIONIC FACTOR" Technology: While the packaging doesn't detail what constitutes the "TRIONIC FACTOR," the term suggests a combination of three elements or a triple action for hair realignment and treatment.
Nourishing Ingredients: The formula is enriched with:
Argan Oil: Known for its hydrating, nourishing, and antioxidant properties, which provide shine, softness, and protection to the hair.
Hazelnut Oil: Helps to hydrate, soften, and improve hair elasticity.
Proteins: Essential for rebuilding the hair fiber, strengthening the strands, repairing damage, and preventing breakage.
Intense Shine and Natural Movement: The product promises to "Aligns the hair, providing intense shine and natural movement." This means that, in addition to the straight effect, the hair will have a healthy appearance, with mirror-like shine and lightness, without looking "flat".
For All Hair Types: The packaging does not specify hair type restrictions, suggesting it can be used on various hair types, but a strand test is always crucial.
How to Use (Professional Use - Typical Single-Step Protocol):
It is essential to strictly follow the exact instructions provided by the manufacturer on the label or in the Hanna Lee technical manual. The general protocol for a single-step straightening treatment is:
Hair Preparation:
With clean, dry hair (or slightly damp, as per Hanna Lee's specific instructions), divide it into quadrants to facilitate application.
Generally, single-step products do not require a prior anti-residue shampoo. Check the packaging to confirm.
Product Application:
Wearing gloves and using a brush, apply Hanna Lee Ultimate Liss section by section, distributing the product from mid-lengths to ends.
Maintain a distance of 0.5 to 1 cm from the scalp.
Use a fine-tooth comb to ensure uniform product distribution and remove any excess.
Processing Time:
Let the product act on the hair. The processing time is crucial and varies according to hair type and resistance. For single-step products, it can generally range from 40 to 60 minutes, but may extend for more resistant hair. Follow the time indicated in the strand test and the manufacturer's instructions.
Rinse:
After the processing time, rinse hair completely with plenty of water to remove all product. For this type of product, a full rinse is common, as the realignment action has already occurred during the processing time.
Blow Drying and Brushing:
Blow-dry hair 100% completely, aligning the strands with a brush. Good pre-flat ironing brushing helps optimize the straight result.
Flat Ironing (Thermal Sealing):
Divide hair into fine to very fine sections.
Flat iron each section slowly and carefully, multiple times (generally 10 to 20 times, or more, depending on hair resistance and the desired straight effect).
Flat Iron Temperature: Adjust the temperature according to hair type:
Blonde, bleached, fine, or damaged hair: Use lower temperatures (180°C to 200°C / 350°F to 390°F) to avoid damage and color alteration.
Dark or more resistant hair: Higher temperatures (210°C to 230°C / 410°F to 450°F) can be used.
The heat from the flat iron is essential to activate the realignment components and seal the cuticles, ensuring the straight effect, shine, and durability of the treatment.
Finishing:
Allow the hair to cool completely.
It is not necessary to wash immediately after flat ironing. Hair can be washed after 24-48 hours, or as per the specific brand recommendation.
Finish as usual, applying a serum or finishing oil to enhance shine.
Important Precautions:
Professional Use: This product is for exclusive use by duly trained hairdressing professionals.
Strand Test and Patch Test: Always perform a strand test (to check compatibility, hair resistance, and the final result) and a patch test (to check for skin sensitivity or allergies) before full application.
Ventilation: Perform the procedure in a well-ventilated area.
Pregnant Women and Children: It is recommended not to use on pregnant women, nursing mothers, and children.
Compatibility: Although the product is "Single Step," it is crucial for the professional to assess compatibility with previous chemical treatments.
