The Unika Agilise Ojon 1 Liter is a professional, single-step hair straightening and volume reduction treatment. It's often promoted as a "progressive brush" or "smart brush" system, designed to deliver smooth, frizz-free, and shiny hair. The "Ojon" in its name highlights the inclusion of Ojon oil, a rich emollient known for its nourishing, strengthening, and protective properties for hair. As a single-step product, it simplifies the application process by often eliminating the need for a separate clarifying shampoo. Its formulation typically involves a blend of acids (like glioxylic acid, amino acids) and moisturizing agents, working to realign hair fibers and reduce volume without the use of formaldehyde, making it a safer alternative.
Effects:
Progressive Hair Straightening: Provides a powerful and gradual straightening effect with each application, leading to significantly smoother hair over time.
Intense Volume Reduction: Effectively controls and reduces excessive hair volume, resulting in a more disciplined and manageable look.
Eliminates Frizz: Completely removes frizz, even in high humidity, ensuring a sleek and polished finish.
Deep Nourishment with Ojon Oil: Ojon oil deeply moisturizes, repairs, and strengthens hair fibers, improving elasticity and preventing breakage.
Enhanced Shine and Softness: Leaves hair with a remarkable, natural-looking shine and a silky-smooth touch.
Hair Realignment: Works to realign the hair cuticles, contributing to a uniform, sleek appearance.
Formaldehyde-Free: Achieves hair transformation without the use of formaldehyde, reducing harsh fumes and potential irritation.
Single-Step Convenience: Simplifies the application process, saving time and effort for professionals.
Long-lasting Results: Delivers durable smoothing effects that can last for several months with proper aftercare.
Mode of Use (General Guidance - PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY. Always perform a strand test and follow the manufacturer's specific instructions precisely for safety and optimal results, as formulations and application steps can vary slightly between brands):
Important Pre-Cautions:
Strand Test & Allergy Test: Absolutely essential before full application to check hair compatibility, elasticity, and potential allergic reactions.
Professional Application: This product is for professional use only in a well-ventilated salon environment.
Gloves: Always wear appropriate gloves during application.
Pregnant/Nursing Women: Generally not recommended for pregnant or nursing women. Always check specific product warnings.
Typical Application Steps (for a single-step product):
Hair Preparation (No Pre-Wash in most cases):
Do NOT wash the hair with shampoo before applying. This is a key feature of single-step products. Hair should be dry and clean (no styling products, oils, or excessive dirt).
However, some very specific instructions might recommend a light wash for very oily hair, but typically, this step is skipped.
Application of Unika Agilise Ojon:
Shake the product well before use.
Divide the dry and clean hair into thin, manageable sections.
Using a fine-tooth comb or a brush, apply the Unika Agilise Ojon product evenly to each strand, starting from the nape of the neck.
Ensure to leave a small distance from the scalp (e.g., 0.5 cm to 1 cm) to avoid direct contact with the skin.
Distribute the product thoroughly from roots to ends, ensuring every strand is fully saturated. Comb through to ensure even distribution and remove any excess product.
Processing Time:
Allow the product to act on the hair for the time specified by the manufacturer. This typically ranges from 40 to 60 minutes, depending on hair type, resistance, and desired results. For very resistant or curly hair, it might be slightly longer.
Rinsing:
Rinse the hair thoroughly with lukewarm water until all product residue is completely removed. This is crucial for preventing residue buildup and ensuring optimal results. Unlike some other treatments, single-step products usually require a full rinse.
Drying & Thermal Activation:
Blow-dry the hair 100% dry, aligning the hair fiber with a paddle or round brush. This step is essential for activating the smoothing agents and preparing the hair for flat ironing.
Ensure the hair is perfectly dry and well-aligned.
Flat Ironing (Sealing):
Divide the dry hair into very thin sections.
Using a professional flat iron, pass over each section slowly and precisely. The number of passes and temperature are critical:
Temperature:
230°C / 450°F: For virgin, very resistant, or very curly hair.
200-210°C / 390-410°F: For colored or moderately resistant hair.
180-190°C / 350-375°F: For fine, fragile, or heavily bleached/damaged hair.
Passes: Typically 10 to 15 (or more) passes per very thin section are recommended to ensure proper sealing and activate the straightening effect.
The heat from the flat iron seals the cuticles, locks in the active ingredients, and provides the long-lasting smooth effect.
Finalization:
Once the hair has cooled, style as desired.
Post-Treatment Care:
Advise clients to use sulfate-free and sodium chloride-free shampoos and conditioners to maintain the longevity of the treatment.
Recommend specific home care products from the Agilise line if available.
Avoid tying hair tightly or using clips/bands for the first 48-72 hours if possible to avoid marks.
