Zap Me Leva Black Set 2x1Liter (Shampoo Detox Antirresíduos + Máscara Capilar Me Leva+)
The Zap Me Leva Black Set is a professional hair straightening and volume reduction treatment, often referred to as a "progressive brush" or "thermal sealing." It's designed to provide intense straightening, reduce frizz, and add shine and softness to the hair.
Description and Effects:
Intense Straightening and Frizz Reduction: The primary effect is to provide highly effective and long-lasting straightening, eliminating frizz and significantly reducing hair volume. It aims for a smooth, disciplined, and natural-looking result.
Active Ingredients: The main active components typically include Keratin and Macadamia oil.
Keratin: A fundamental protein that reconstructs the hair fiber, restoring strength, elasticity, and vitality to damaged strands.
Macadamia Oil: Rich in fatty acids (like Omega 7), it deeply nourishes, hydrates, and provides intense shine, softness, and protection against damage. It also helps control frizz.
Reconstructive and Moisturizing Action: Beyond straightening, the product works to reformulate the hair structure, intensely nourishing and moisturizing it, which helps to improve the overall health and appearance of the hair.
Shine and Softness: Leaves hair with a radiant shine and a soft, silky touch.
Versatility: Suitable for all hair types, including wavy, curly, coily, and chemically treated hair.
Professional Use: This is a product intended for professional use in salons, requiring proper application techniques for optimal results and safety.
Mode of Use (General steps, always refer to the specific product instructions on the packaging):
The Zap Me Leva Black Set usually consists of two steps:
Step 1: Detox Anti-residue Shampoo
Wash: Apply Zap Detox Anti-residue Shampoo to wet hair.
Massage: Gently massage the scalp and strands to create lather, focusing on cleansing thoroughly.
Rinse: Rinse completely.
Repeat: Repeat the process, leaving the shampoo on for a few minutes (e.g., 3-5 minutes) during the last wash to ensure the cuticles are fully open and ready for the treatment.
Dry: Dry the hair 100% with a hairdryer.
Step 2: Me Leva+ Hair Mask
Divide Hair: Divide the dry hair into thin sections.
Apply Product: With the aid of a brush, apply the Zap Me Leva+ Hair Mask evenly, strand by strand, from the roots (maintaining a safe distance from the scalp, e.g., 0.5 cm) to the ends. Distribute with a fine-tooth comb to ensure uniform application.
Processing Time: Let the product act for the specified time. This can vary based on hair type and desired intensity:
Fine/Wavy Hair: Approximately 30-40 minutes.
Medium/Resistant Hair: Approximately 50-60 minutes.
Very Resistant/Coily Hair: Up to 90 minutes.
Rinse: Rinse the hair lightly to remove only the excess product. Do not rinse completely. Some professional protocols suggest rinsing about 50% for more resistant hair, or less for very fine hair.
Blow Dry & Brush: Blow-dry the hair completely, aligning the strands with a brush.
Flat Iron: Divide the hair into very thin sections. Flat iron each section 7 to 15 times (or more for very resistant hair), at the appropriate temperature.
Normal/Resistant Hair: 200°C to 230°C (390°F to 450°F).
Blonde/Colored/Fine Hair: Maximum 180°C to 200°C (350°F to 390°F) to prevent damage or color alteration.
Cool Down & Rinse (Optional/Final Step): Allow the hair to cool down completely. After cooling, you can rinse the hair again (some professionals apply a hydrating mask at this point) and then style as desired.
Comparison to Vogue Definitiv Brazilian Protein Keratin:
Both the Zap Me Leva Black Set and the Vogue Definitiv Brazilian Protein Keratin are professional hair straightening treatments aimed at reducing volume, eliminating frizz, and providing shine.
Shared Goals: Both products share the main goals of straightening, frizz control, and adding shine and softness. They typically rely on heat (flat ironing) to seal the product into the hair and achieve the straight effect.
Key Ingredients: While Zap Me Leva highlights Keratin and Macadamia, Vogue Definitiv emphasizes "Special Smoothing Active, Original Moroccan Argan Oil, Amino acids & Keratin." Both leverage the benefits of Keratin for reconstruction and nourishing oils for hydration and shine.
Formaldehyde Content: It's crucial to check the specific formulation for each product, as some "progressive brushes" may contain derivatives of formaldehyde or other active ingredients that behave similarly under heat. Products claiming "0% Formaldehyde" use alternative acids or compounds for straightening.
Professional Application: Both products require professional application due to the specific steps, product handling, and heat styling involved to ensure safety and desired results.
