Strait Styling Glatt Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Question 01 What is Strait Styling Glatt? Answer Strait Styling Glatt is a hair system designed to permanently straighten naturally curly, wavy or frizzy hair. 0: For natural, coarse, textured, resistant or very curly semi or demi-permanent colour treated hair. Process with a maximum of 3% Oxigenta. 1: For fine to normal textured, natural to slightly porous very curly or wavy hair. Also for permanently coloured hair in good condition. 2: For porous curly/wavy, permanently colour treated hair, with a fine to normal texture. Do not use on bleached or very porous hair 03 What are important procedures and their significance ? 1. Assess hair quality carefully. On very porous hair the process should be postponed until the condition has improved. 2.Treat the hair with Glatt Straightening Cream. This processing cream softens the curls by breaking the internal bonds in the hair. 3.Glatt Neutralizing Balm locks in the new straight hair configuration. 4. Avoid contact of the hair straightening cream with the scalp, as the cream can enter the hair roots and remain there after both rinsing and neutralising is completed. This could then cause hair breakage. 04 05 What is the active ingredient in Glatt Straightening Cream? How does Glatt work on the hair? Ammonium Thioglycolate By the process of reduction. The internal bonds are broken, then reformed and sealed in the same manner as a perm. Normally until the straightened hair is cut out. The re-growth will still grow back curly/wavy. The whole process can be repeated after 6 to 8 weeks, depending on an individuals rate of hair growth & degree of curl.

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Which formulas are available for different hair types?

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How long does the hair remain straight?

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What are the benefits of the Glatt straightening treatment?

1.Up to 85% straight hair for up to 3 months. 2.Day-to-day styling is easier and less time consuming.

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When would you choose a 10 minute processing time instead of 15 minutes for the Glatt Neutralizer? How long does the Glatt straightening treatment take to complete?

Choose the 15 minute processing time if the hair is very coarse or resistant. The time will vary for each individual depending on amount of hair, length of hair, texture and strength of curl. The whole service will take approximately 2 hours to complete, however this time can be reduced if two people work together on one head.

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What is the difference between relaxing, straightening, and re-bonding.

There are currently 3 methods for straightening hair: relaxing, straightening and re bonding. Re bonding (pH value 8.3-9.3): Contains mainly thioglycolic acid and is suitable for straightening wavy, Caucasian hair. This formulation has been developed to be used with hot straightening irons. Re-bonding and straightening processes are similar to perming, yet gentler to the hair. They allow the hair to be re-permed, providing the hair has not been treated with lye or guanidine relaxers. Straightener (pH value 8.3-9.5): Contains mainly thioglycolic acid and is suitable for wavy, Caucasian hair. Relaxer (pH value up to 13.7): Based on hydroxide (lye or guanidine), Suitable for the needs of very curly and Afro hair. No neutraliser required, only a special shampoo to remove the strong alkaline.

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Can Glatt be used on previously relaxed hair?

Not if the hair was previously relaxed with lye or guanidine based relaxers (sodium, lithium, potassium or guanidine hydroxides). Yes. With Glatt number 2 Straightening Cream for permanent coloured hair. Analyse the hair prior to any Glatt treatment. Always apply Natural Styling Pre-Styling on coloured hair and porous areas. Do not use on extremely porous hair or hair that is extremely delicate from a previous chemical treatment. Yes. For normal hair use always additional heat. Only if the hair is in very good condition. Always leave a gap of 6 weeks after the perm before embarking upon a Glatt service. Use formula 2 for re-straightening the hair & check the structure every 5 minutes.

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Can Glatt be used on colour-treated hair?

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Can heat be used to speed up the processing time? Can I apply Glatt on permed hair?

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What are the procedures for a re-growth application?

Make sure the re-growth is at least 3-4 cm. The straightening cream should be applied 1 cm away from roots and not overlapped. Take care when applying and do not comb through the previously straightened hair. A slight overlapping sometimes cannot be avoided, this should not be a problem, but special care must be taken. Yes. If the colour-treated hair is a completely different condition to the re-growth There can be a slight lightening of one to two shades on both natural & colour-treated hair (the same as when using a normal perm formulation). If you wish to colour the hair again after a Strait Therapy treatment wait 10 to 14 days.

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Can two different formulations of Glatt be used for hair that has both normal & colour-treated areas? Will Glatt straightening treatment affect the colour of the hair?

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Is it possible to re-fresh the colour directly after the Glatt treatment?

Yes, provided you use a semi-permanent colour product, for example: Gloss or Duality.

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Is it possible to straighten highlighted hair?

It can be done, but only with great care, plus the condition of the hair and result of the treatment will be compromised With less than 30% hightlights the highlighted hair will process quicker than non-treated hair, which is more resistant, requiring more time to process. On 30% highlighted hair or less use formula 2 Glatt. On 30% to 70% use formula 2 & process for a shorter period of time. Where the degree of highlights varies over the head, both formula 1 & 2 can be used: formula 1 where there are fewer highlights & formula 2 where there are more.

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What is the procedure after a Glatt treatment to maintain smooth, straight optimum hair condition?

Do not use rubber bands nor clips. Avoid tangling the hair or tucking the hair behind the ears within the first 72 hours. Do not wash or otherwise rub the hair intensively within the first 3 days. Minimum hair length is approximately 4 cm. It depends on the length of the hair, however 2 tubes may be required (normally approximately 1 application for re- touch or new applications). Always ensure the cap is securely fixed on the tube and use the product within one month of opening.

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What is the minimum hair length required for this service? How many applications can I get from one tube?

Yes, but make sure there are no residues left in the hair. However, Glatt is easier to apply on NOTE: This sheet should not be handed directly to hairdressers, but the information can be used verbally to towel-dry hair. answer any FAQ

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Can Glatt be applied to either damp or dry hair?

the hair. However, Glatt is easier to apply on towel-dry hair. 24 Can Glatt be re-applied on the same day if the result is unsatisfactory? Yes, however leave 6 weeks before the next application. Analyse the hair carefully before processing again. 25 What is the special benefit of Glatt? The care ingredients are carefully selected for chemically straightened hair. Due to the heat applied during the process, the hair needs more moisture.The special care complex is included into the treatment to provide this moisture.

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