Q & A

All you need to know about hair straightening

QUESTIONS: Ilmare Hair Straighteners:

What kind of hair should I have to use Ilmare straighteners?
Can I still receive Ilmare treatment if I have highlights and blonde stripes?
Can I still receive Ilmare treatment if I have colored hair?
Can I receive Ilmare treatment if I have over-processed blonde hair? What if my hair is platinum blonde?
What kind of hair should avoid the use of a straightening process?
I used Ilmare Home Straightener; after two times the hair is beautiful and straight but I have split ends, what should I do?

For How long does the Ilmare treatment last?
Is Ilmare treatment healthy?
Can I apply the cream with bare hands?
My hair feels dry after the treatment; what should I do?

How long is the process at home?
Can I swim in the pool or ocean after straightening process with one of the Ilmare line?
What kind of look will I get from Ilmare hair straighteners?
Will my hair return to its original state after Ilmare treatment has completed its life cycle?
Can I apply Ilmare directly on top of other relaxers and strengtheners?
While applying Ilmare; do I need to keep distance from the scalp like other straighteners instruct?

How soon can I touch up my color after receiving Ilmare Treatment?
How soon before and after Ilmare treatment can color be performed?
What are the advantages of Ilmare straighteners and how does Ilmare differ from other straighteners?
How soon can I wash my hair after Ilmare treatment?
Can I perform Ilmare on extensions?
Which shampoo and conditioner should I use at home?
Can I receive Ilmare treatment if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
How can I get straight hair without chemicals?
Is Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment legal?
What is the active chemical in the Brazilian Keratin treatment?
There are some Brazilian products that claim not to have Formalin/Formaldehyde; is it true?
Will the Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment Ruin My Hair?
Does Keratin (if any) play a role in the Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment?
What are the effects and Facts about Formaldehyde / Formalin and my health?
How Can We Protect Ourselves?
Can I receive Brazilian treatment if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
 
ANSWERS:
 
What kind of hair should I have to use Ilmare straighteners?
Ilmare has a wide range of straighteners to treat any kind of hair.

 
Can I still receive Ilmare treatment if I have highlights and blonde stripes?
Yes; Ilmare Great Straight and Ilmare Great Straight Blond have been formulated especially for this type of hair.

 
Can I still receive Ilmare treatment if I have colored hair?
Yes; Ilmare Home Straightener has been formulated particularly for this type of hair.

 
Can I receive Ilmare treatment if I have over-processed blonde hair? What if my hair is platinum blonde?
Yes; Ilmare Great Straight Blond was formulated especially for this type of hair.
 
 
What kind of hair should avoid the use of a straightening process?
There are some types of over-processed blonde hair that is completely ruined; sensitive; fragile and with a lot of split ends; this type of hair will frightened even stylist to do coloring; not to mention straightening. What you should do is using Ilmare restorative products for several months in order to restore the hair and then to perform the test before straightening.
 
I used Ilmare Home Straightener; after two times the hair is beautiful and straight but I have split ends, what should I do?
Split ends are common problem; mostly when the hair is treated with chemicals (i.e. coloring) and exposed to the sun a lot. The only thing you can do is to cut them (yourself or stylist) and use Ilmare restorative products in order to avoid this in the next time
 
 
For how long does the Ilmare treatment last?
Between 3 – 5 months. Please consider that your hair grows approx. half an inch per month; so after 3-5 months you will need to treat the new grown hair.

 
Is Ilmare treatment healthy?
Yes; it is in fact the only product in the world that has been clinically approved as Hypo-Allergenic and clinically tested and approved dermatology.
 
Can I apply the cream with bare hands?
It is recommended to use gloves but if you will apply the product with bare hands nothing will happen; the product has been clinically approved as Hypo-Allergenic and clinically tested and approved dermatology – all tests were made in accordance with FDA protocols and Colipa.

 
My hair feels dry after the treatment; what should I do?
The treatment removes the natural fats from the hair during the process; it takes for the hair 2-3 weeks to regain the fats. In the meantime, you can use Ilmare oils or silicone, and once a week treat your hair with one of our masks.

 
How long is the process at home?
Treatment with Ilmare Home Straightener will take for normal length of hair 2.5 hours.
Treatment with Ilmare Great Straight and Ilmare Great Straight Blonde will take for normal length of hair 1.5 hours.

 
Can I swim in the pool or ocean after straightening process with one of the Ilmare line?
It is recommended to 4 days after any hair straightening process.

 
What kind of look will you get from Ilmare hair straighteners?
Any kind you want from volume reduction to full straight look; just decide how many times to use the product; each use will reduce the curls to the next level.

 
Will my hair return to its original state after Ilmare treatment has completed its life cycle?
Yes.

 
Can I apply Ilmare directly on top of other relaxers and strengtheners?
Yes; however, we recommend waiting one month between treatments.
 

While applying Ilmare; do I need to keep distance from the scalp like other straighteners instruct?
No; you don't need to keep distance from the scalp; just apply it the same way as you apply hair conditioner. It is perfectly healthy and harmless and will do no harm to the scalp. The other advantage is that the hair will be straight from the roots.
 
 
How soon can I touch up my color after receiving Ilmare Treatment?
One week.

 
How soon before and after Ilmare treatment can color be performed?
After one week.

 
What are the advantages of Ilmare straighteners and how does Ilmare differ from other straighteners?
Ilmare is formulated without:
* Formalin
* Formaldehyde
* Parabens
* Phthalates
* Synthetic dyes
* Petro-chemicals
* GMO
* Triclosan
* Not tested on animals

• User – friendly; easy; simple and safe to use.

• Clinically approved as Hypo-Allergenic.

• Clinically dermatology approved - not harmful to the skin and scalp.

• do not contain harmful substances as a common straightening treatment.

• Very mild odor contains fragrance.

• Protects the hair.

• Enrich with special nourishing oils - Argan, Oblipiha; and Coconut.

• Contain special calming herbal extracts, vitamin E and Aloe Vera.

• Not tested on animals

• Patented technology – patent has been applied.

• The result is a straight healthy hair with silky feeling and shiny look.

   

How soon can I wash my hair after Ilmare treatment?
After 48 hours/

 

Can you perform Ilmare on extensions?
Yes, it can be done.

 

Which shampoo and conditioner should I use at home?
Shampoo –For the first two months, it is a must to use "Ilmare Reload Shield Shampoo" a very delicate and Salt Free shampoo to prevent any damage to the hair – do not use any common shampoo.
Conditioner – "Ilmare Reload Rescue Conditioner" will restore the hair's strength.

 
Can I receive Ilmare treatment if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Yes, there is no danger in using Ilmare products. They are all clinically approved all over the world.

 
How can I get straight hair without chemicals?
Ceramic flat irons will do the job; but it will only hold until the next shower.
 
 
Is Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment is legal?
No; the Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment is not legal in any country in the world, all products are
Manufactured without control & license and authorized factories by the FDA and Colipa.
 
 
What is the active chemical in the Brazilian Keratin treatment?
The only active ingredient is Formaldehyde or in its other version: Formalin in high and dangerous quantity; way beyond the allowed percentages that FDA and Colipa allow which is 0.2%. Some Brazilians reach 10-14%. While 2% and more will give you runny nose, sore throat, headache, itching, irritated eyes and permanent lung damage.

 
There are some Brazilian products that claim not to have Formalin/Formaldehyde; is it true?
Absolutely not; without this dangerous chemicals it will not work and there is no substitute for them. A simple test will prove that they are full with Formalin/Formaldehyde.

 
Will the Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment Ruin My Hair?
Yes; Formaldehyde/ Formalin works only on bleached hair because they are weak; so if you have virgin hair or regular colored hair the stylist has to weakened / ruin it by using high percentage of Hydrogen Peroxide (Oxygen) to make your hair fragile and brittle in order to succeed with the Brazilian.

 
Does Keratin (if any) play a role in the Brazilian Hair Straightening Treatment?
Absolutely not; it is just a PR gimmick.

 
What are the effects and Facts about Formaldehyde / Formalin and my health?
Some Brazilians reach 10-14% of Formaldehyde or Formalin. While 2% and more will give you runny nose, sore throat, headache, itching, irritated eyes and permanent lung damage. Over 3% concentration will lead to lung and mucus membranes cancer.
In addition; noxious fumes are released when it's applied, posing potential risks to the customer, the person applying it, and even others in the vicinity, experts are concerned about the possible inhalation or absorption of the formaldehyde in it.  Smokers in particular are much more at a greater risk for cancers of the airways, including nasal passages when they are exposed to formaldehyde.
 
 
How Can We Protect Ourselves?
You cannot.
Ask if Formaldehyde or the Brazilian Straightening System is being used in your salon. There are salons that refuse to use the system because of the risk to their clients.
People working with chemicals are just as at risk as the clients they serve. Wearing gloves, and installing a proper ventilation system could help, but remember you are still exposing yourself continuously thereby increasing your chances of harm.
If you experience the symptoms associated with low level exposure, get outside, if product is in the hair ask the stylist to ventilate the room, and rinse it out ASAP once you feel better.
If you suddenly experience shortness of breath, accompanied by hives, or burning sensations around your head, ask for help, and get to a ventilated area.
If after a few days with the treatment you or family members start feeling under the weather with respiratory symptoms and fatigue, consult your doctor, and tell him/her about your exposure to formaldehyde.

 
Can I receive Brazilian treatment if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Pregnant women, people with compromised lung functioning whether from bronchitis or smoking, and formaldehyde sensitive people must make a great effort to avoid exposure.