Frequent questions
It is a natural formula, free of formaldehyde and sulfates, that will help to reduce / eliminate frizz and leave your hair smoother, softer, stronger and shinier.
YES, our protein treatment will straighten wavy and curly hair, eliminate frizz and leave your hair smooth, soft and shiny.
We recommend using a sulfate-free shampoo for frequent use. However, to maintain maximum results, we recommend clients to use a nourishing and hydrating hair mask once a week and a light hair serum after using any heating tools, especially if they have processed hair.
During your visit to MoldeaStudio we will give you all the home care tips depending on your scalp and hair.
YES, one of the great benefits of our non-toxic system is that it can be customized. One type of treatment can be used on one part of the head and then another type on the damaged ends.
First of all, our system can only be applied by a STYLIST. Our treatment is 100% rinsed from the hair prior to using the hair iron, while most of the other treatments require the product to remain on the hair
during his process.
It is recommended to dye the hair two weeks after the treatment.
YES, you can color hair directly after a treatment, but you may need to adjust your formula to compensate for the fact that the cuticle is more open, so the hair is more porous because it has just been treated. For example, if you normally use color level 5 to achieve your desired results, then you will need to adjust your formula by mixing 50% color level 5 with 50% color level 6 to achieve normal results.
YES, you only have to take into account that the treatment will lighten the color of your highlights approximately one tone.
The color or highlights will not affect the treatment, however it is possible that for a few days your hair may feel a little dry due to the bleaching process, but it will pass after 3 to 5 days.
YES, the protein smoothing treatment can be applied to hair that has been previously straightened. It will adhere to the hair, making it stronger and smoother.
NO! The treatment will not cause hair breakage. Prolonged use of the protein smoothing treatment really does make hair feel better, softer and shinier.
Results typically last up to 6 months. Everyone's hair is different. Some hair is more resistant than others.
During your visit to MoldeaStudio we will give you a series of recommendations that fit your lifestyle to maximize the duration of your treatment up to one year.
The application of the protein treatment can take your certified PL stylist between 1.5 hours and 3.5 hours, depending on the length of your hair, the density of the hair and the treatment option.
Tratamiento PuraLuxe
Water
Glyoxyl Carbocysteine
A combination of glyoxylic acid + cysteine + acetic acid
The glyoxylic acid conveys the aldehyde group characterized by the H-C=O portion. Cysteine, which is an amino acid, is used to strengthen and straighten hair. Glyoxyloyl amino acids is the product obtained by the reaction of oxoacetamide and amino acids. The bonds in your hair that help hold its shape contain an amino acid called Cysteine. Acetic Acid can be found in Apple Cider Vinegar.
Glyoxyloyl
Keratin amino acids is the product obtained by the reaction of oxoacetamide and keratin amino acids. The bonds in your hair that help hold its shape contain an amino acid called Cysteine.
Polyquaternium 37
Works by providing a positive charge to counteract the negative charge often found in shampoos and other hair care products. They bond ionically to the hair and provide conditioning benefits to the hair.
CAPRYLIC CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE (CCT)
Caprylic Capric Triglycerides are a specific fraction of coconut / palm oil fatty acids resulting in only the more stable caprylic & capric fatty acids which creates a dry, silky oil form of esters.
In skin and hair care applications Caprylic Capric Triglycerides offer several key benefits: they offer a noticeable silkiness in products, they exhibit excellent anti-oxidant properties to extend the natural shelf life, they offer skin/hair nurturing benefits due to the skin loving nature of the specific fatty acid esters, not seen with common Fractionated Coconut Oil, or other carrier oils, and they are especially suited to those with sensitive and oily skin.
CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Cetrimonium Chloride belongs to a group called quaternary ammonium salts. These chemicals are used in many different types of personal skin and hair care products.
The main job of Cetrimonium chloride is to stop the build up of static electricity in hair, which in turn makes hair smoother and easy to manage. Cetrimonium chloride has a positive charge that attracts them to the negative charge found in hair proteins.
Used for detangling and smoothing hair. It also functions as an anti-static and emulsifier (keeps product from separating). This also inhibits the growth of organisms (like fungi, bacteria or yeast) in the product.
GLYCERIN (also called glycerol)
Is a naturally occurring alcohol compound and a component of many lipids. Of its many functions, Glycerin is used as a Hair Conditioning Agent. Glycerin may be of animal or vegetable origin. Pura Luxe Protein Smoothing Treatment only uses Glycerin from Vegetable Origin.
PHENOXYETHANOL.
Phenoxyethanol, also known as Ethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether, is a glycol ether and bactericide (that functions as a disinfectant, antiseptic or antibiotic) that is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetics, hair care and other beauty products.
BUTYLATED HYDROXYTOLUENE (BHT).
BHT is also known as dibutyl hydroxytoluene, is a lipophilic organic compound, chemically a derivative of phenol, that is useful for its antioxidant properties and is used in Skin and Hair care products. It is a lab-made chemical that is added to foods as a preservative.
LINALOOL
Linalool is a component of many essential oils. It is a colourless liquid with a soft, sweet odour. It occurs naturally in many essential oils, such as tangerine, lavender, spearmint, rose, cypress, lemon, cinnamon and ylang ylang. It has a soft, sweet scent. It is used as a scent in 60% to 80% of perfumed hygiene products including soaps, shampoos, and lotions.
COUMARIN
Coumarin is a fragrant organic chemical compound in the benzopyrone chemical class, which is a colorless crystalline substance in its standard state. It is used in perfumes and flavourings and for the preparation of other chemicals.
HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3 - CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE
Hydroxyisohexyl 3 is a fragrance and masking ingredient used in many skin care products. Developed in the 1960s, this combination of myrcenol and acrolein is used for its long-lasting, powerful scent reminiscent of Lily of the Valley. It is considered one of the "Top 10 Scents" of the past 25 years, according to The European Union, and is found in over 35% of all beauty products. It is used in the formulation of aftershave lotions, bath products, bubble baths, hair conditioners, moisturizers, perfumes and colognes, skin care products and suntan products.
POTASSIUM SORBATE
Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occurring antimicrobial compound and is used as a preservative in many beauty products.
SODIUM SORBATE
Sodium sorbate is the sodium salt of sorbic acid. Its formula is NaC₆H₇O₂ and systematic name is sodium-hexa-2,4-dienoate. It is primarily used as a food additive and cosmetic products additive.
GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE
Guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride is an organic compound that is a water-soluble quaternary ammonium derivative of guar gum. It gives conditioning properties to shampoos and after-shampoo hair care products.
POLYQUATERNIUM-7
Polyquaternium-7 is an organic compound in the polyquaternium class of chemicals and used in the personal care industry. Polyquaternium 7 is an excellent cationic conditioner for hair and skin. It is especially useful in surfactant based systems such as shampoo and shower gel and is perfect for use in spray on, leave in hair conditioners. Polyquaternium 7 is a very good detangler and provides slip for easier wet-combing.