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Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning is a method of permanently straightening or relaxing over curly hair. It is called "Japanese Hair Straightening" because this system originated in Japan. Unlike previous hair straightening methods used over the years, the LISCIO system of Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning can be done on any hair type and can even be applied to hair that has been colored, treated with henna or lightened.

Ammonium thioglycolate is the main solution used in Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning. This solution has a lower pH balance than the caustic sodium hydroxide or ammonium thioglycolate found in regular hair straightening products. Calcium hydroxide is also another ingredient used in regular hair straightening. It is not used professionally and is found in home care hair straightening products. Calcium hydroxide leaves the hair cuticle open and the hair feeling dry.

The pH or potential hydrogen, is the measurement for the acid content in a solution. It is usually measured on a scale of 0.0 to 14.0; 0.0 being mild (acid) and 14.0 being corrosive (alkali). 7.0 is the neutral point as in the pH balance of distilled water. The ammonium thioglycolate used in Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning has a pH balance of below 10.0; the exact figure varies, depending on the quality of the products. Better quality products have a lower percentage of active ingredient and lower pH balance of ammonium thioglycolate. This factor contributes a lot to the pricing of a Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning service. Other factors considered in a good Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning treatment include the application of expensive hair oils and proper equipment such as the use of correct thermal irons that can reach temperatures of up to 356 degrees Fahrenheit. ( I know what you are thinking about. Don't worry; a skilled technician will not burn your hair and these irons are designed not to damage your hair.)

LISCIO "The First Japanese Straightening System"

In response to the desire for clients to have straight hair, Milbon introduced LISCIO to Japan in 1996. Milbon was the first manufacturer to receive approval from the Japanese government for its unique thermal reconditioning system. Unlike existing relaxers with active ingredients containing Sodium Hydroxide or lye, the thio-based LISCIO System is more gentle for the hair thereby straightening the hair while leaving it in a wonderful condition. The LISCIO System contains a specially formulated solution and iron, which protect and repair hair from heat damage. The LISCIO System also has a special cream to protect previously relaxed or lightened hair.

In 1998, The LISCIO System was brought to the United States and the product and procedure have been developed even further to enable the process to be performed on just about any client who walks through the salon door. With added protein treatments and supporting products for the thermal reconditioning procedure, it is not uncommon to hear clients proclaim that their hair condition actually improved after the procedure. Its versatility of use and restoring formula makes LISCIO the most advanced system available today.

Many clients have split ends and over porous hair or even hair that is breaking off, damaged from previous, so called Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning methods. Sometimes customers put too much trust in someone who claim they can do wonders for their hair. That, in addition to the low prices that they charge, convince the customers that it is worth a try. Many people do not generally ask to know the qualification of the person as they would if they were to visit a doctor or lawyer for the first time. Most people also do not inquire about the quality of products or the grade of solution used in their Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning procedure.

E-X-P-E-R-I-E-N-C-E plays a big role in my choice of hair stylist. A person who is now performing Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning should already have had an experience with regular hair straightening methods, working on at least one customer a day for the last five to eight years. The person has to be a licensed cosmetologist and have formal training in the Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning system.The stylist should know how to work with every hair type and every type of hair problem. We are talking about putting your hair in the hands of someone who will be breaking down the bonds that give your hair that present curly look and restructuring the bonds so the hair that is treated will be permanently straight. Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning system will make your hair straight with a lot of shine, leaving the hair feeling soft and silky. In other words, your hair will look better than ever before. Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning is not for anyone to "experiment" on you.

S-K-I-L-L also plays an important part in the success of a good Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning procedure. As a lower percentage of active ingredient and a lower pH balanced ammonium thioglycolate is used in Japanese Hair Straightening or Thermal Reconditioning products, a lot depends on the hair ironing process. It is the heat and method of pressing the hair with a special thermal iron that helps restructure the hair bonds and give the hair the desired look. This process also irons the 'style' into the hair. The ironing process is not as easy as ironing clothes. This takes considerable skill, patience and practice.

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