My Aphogee 2-step regimen: 1. clarify w/ Keracare First Lather shampoo 2. CON (green) moisturizing shampoo 3. apply Aphogee 2-step
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How to use aphogee shampoo for damaged hair?
DAMAGED HAIR Gently cleanse hair with ApHogee Shampoo for Damaged Hair. Apply enough ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment to thoroughly saturate hair and comb blend for even distribution. Leave hair uncovered, DO NOT use a plastic cap. Re-wet and gently rinse thoroughly with warm water. Apply ApHogee Balancing Moisturizer to hair and scalp.
How do you use aphogee two step treatment?
How to use Aphogee two step treatment. It’s watery and can get messy. Put it in a spray bottle if you have one. if you have any old bottle of detangling spray, you could use this. Spray it generously all over your hair. Comb through your hair from the roots upwards (lightly) to spread the treatment. When it dries,...
How do I dry my hair after using aphogee two-step protein treatment?
Seat client under medium heat dryer. (Alternatively, a hand dryer may be used, but hair SHOULD NOT be agitated while drying.) NOTE: When ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment is dried into the hair, the hair becomes extremely hard. DO NOT comb or brush hair while ApHogee Two-Step ProteinTreatment is dried and in the hair.
Can I use aphogee treatment before or after a relaxer?
Before Relaxer: If analysis indicates the hair is overly weak and in-elastic, prior to the relaxer service, we recommend an ApHogee Treatment at least one day prior to the service and re-evaluation prior to relaxing. Following Relaxer: If a relaxer service results in damage and breakage, wait 24 hours before application.
Do you shampoo before protein treatment?
Protein conditioning treatments should be done after shampooing your hair (not co-washing) for best results. Using protein treatments too frequently can lead to moisture deficient hair which again leads to damage. Deep condition with a protein based conditioner as needed to regain moisture protein balance.
Do you have to wash your hair before using ApHogee?
WASH YOUR HAIR In order for the protein treatment to properly bond to your hair, it is important your hair is clean. We suggest using our Shampoo for Damaged Hair. Once you rinse out the shampoo, towel dry your hair.
Do we put on ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment with wet hair?
Gently cleanse hair with ApHogee Shampoo for Damaged Hair. Rinse thoroughly and towel blot dry. Apply enough ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment to thoroughly saturate hair and comb blend for even distribution. Leave hair uncovered, DO NOT use a plastic cap.
Do you apply ApHogee to wet hair?
Use on wet hair to maintain moisture, detangle and improve manageability. Apply liberally to damp hair after shampooing. Massage hair into hair and scalp. Wait 2 minutes, rinse thoroughly, dry and style.
Should I condition my hair after a protein treatment?
Anytime you apply an intense protein treatment, you must follow up with a deeply moisturizing conditioner. Rutlin explains, "You cannot have one without the other. This is why you see some people have brittle and damaged hair.
Do you condition after ApHogee?
Aphogee Two Step Protein Treatment Always follow up this treatment with a hydrating deep conditioner (or you can purchase the Balancing Moisturizer mask that comes along with the treatment) to replenish your moisture level. Use every 8-10 weeks.
When can I wash my hair after protein treatment?
"Generally, you would leave a protein treatment on the hair for 20 to 30 minutes before rinsing. Once rinsed, style as desired." In addition, it's always important to use products that complement this treatment.
How often should you use ApHogee Shampoo for damaged hair?
For seriously damaged hair, use once every 4-6 weeks, depending on your shampoo frequency. As your hair grows following the damaging event, you may find you can switch to a convenient, one-step, such as our Keratin Reconstructor and maintain your hair's condition.
Does my hair need protein or moisture?
All hair needs both protein and moisture to stay healthy and strong. In fact, protein and moisture can't work well without the other. You need a strong protein structure in order for water molecules to bind with your strands and to keep the water locked inside.
Can I use ApHogee protein treatment without balancing moisturizer?
No. A quick dry is important. This product leaves your hair very dry and brittle. Rinse thoroughly after and moisturize.
Does ApHogee have a deep conditioner?
Apply to wet or dry hair without rinsing. This deep penetrating, leave-in conditioner enriches hair using ApHogee's exclusive Pro-Phytamine complex, which smoothes hair and increases manageability.
Can you do a protein treatment and deep conditioner on the same day?
Avoid overdoing it on the protein—especially when not applying enough moisture in the form of regular, deep conditioning. You should always follow up protein treatments with moisturizing conditioners, preferably a deep conditioning treatment.
How to use Aphogee protein treatment?
Follow general directions for applying ApHogee Two-Step protein Treatment. After rinsing, towel dry & apply depositing tint in usual way. Place a plastic cap over hair and check every 2-1⁄2 mins.
How to use Aphogee Balancing Moisturizer?
DO NOT comb or brush hair while ApHogee Treatment is dried and in the hair. Re-wet and gently rinse thoroughly with warm water. Remove all excess dried protein. Towel dry. Apply ApHogee Balancing Moisturizer to hair and scalp. Leave on for 2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
How to restore natural moisture balance to hair?
A warm dryer may be used. When tinting is complete, shampoo thoroughly from hair. Apply ApHogee Balancing Moisturizer to help restore natural moisture balance to hair. Rinse and proceed with next service or style as usual.
How long to wait before applying relaxer?
Following Relaxer: If a relaxer service results in damage and breakage, wait 24 hours before application. If the service resulted in any scalp blistering or breaks in the skin, treat as called for and postpone the ApHogee service until healing is complete. (This is to avoid stinging)
Can ApHogee 2 step protein treatment cause eye irritation?
If product gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with clean water. (The pH of ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment is about that of lemon juice and it will cause similar eye irritation).
How to use Aphogee Balancing Moisturizer?
DO NOT comb or brush hair while ApHogee Treatment is dried and in the hair. Re-wet and gently rinse thoroughly with warm water. Remove all excess dried protein. Towel dry. Apply ApHogee Balancing Moisturizer to hair and scalp. Leave on for 2 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Proceed to next service or style as usual.
How to apply aphgee tint?
Bleach or lift tint in usual way and rinse. Follow general directions for applying ApHogee Treatment. Depositing Tint – Wash hair with ApHogee Shampoo, rinse and towel blot dry. Follow general directions for applying ApHogee Treatment. After ApHogee is rinsed out, towel dry and apply depositing tint in usual way.
How to repair damaged hair?
The Two-Step Protein Treatment process was developed to repair severely damaged hair including hair that is breaking off, over processed, over bleached, severely damaged, and it can also be used as a pre-treatment to coloring hair. No method is better at repairing damaged hair than a two-step approach. This remedial process is highly recommended for hair that: 1 Is too weak or fine to take a perm or relaxer. (use the week PRIOR to service) 2 Is over-bleached. 3 Will not hold color. (use PRIOR to color application for 30% less fade after 10 Shampoos) 4 Breaks when combed or brushed. 5 Is mushy when wet and brittle after drying.
How long before aphgee is used?
When using ApHogee in conjunction with any chemical process, we recommend using the Treatment 24-36 hours before the service. Be sure to follow directions. In fact, ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment is used on fine, weak hair and very porous hair to make perms and color last longer! 11.
What is the most powerful single step treatment?
This takes a little longer but last far longer than one step processes, in which all the ingredients are missed for speed and convenience and which contain less protein. The Keratin 2 Minute Reconstructor is perhaps the most powerful single step treatment ...
How long does hair bonding treatment last?
Our studies indicate that the treatment should bond to the hair for four to six weeks under typical hair washing and styling habits. If your hair feels damaged or is breaking off prior to the four week mark, it’s safe to perform another application. It will not damage your hair.
What is the chemical reducing agent for hair?
This is done with a chemical reducing agent such as: Thioglycolic acid, formaldehyde, compounds that convert to formaldehyde or others. When the hair is formed into the new configuration, the bonds are the reformed by oxidizers such as: Air, hydrogen peroxide, sodium bromate or others.
Can you use a hair strength kit without a dryer?
For hair where breakage is a problem but convenience and ease of use are factors, The Hair Strengthening Kit is a perfect solution. It still features the two step process, but the application and processing are easier and it works without a hooded dryer.
What is ApHogee 2 step treatment?
Product Description: ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment (ATSPT) is a serious treatment for seriously damaged hair. It rebuilds broken damaged hair. ATSPT is a unique treatment formulated with magnesium and modified proteins which fuse into the hair with the application of heat. The result is that breakage is drastically reduced. ATSPT is a salon service product unlike any product available for at-home use. During the process, ApHogee treatment hardens into the hair, dramatic evidence that something special is occurring.
Does AktMR harden hair?
Note: AKTMR is a quick protein deep conditioning treatment. It will not harden your like ApHogee Two-Step Protein Treatment.
When to use Aphogee 2-step protein treatment
A few days to a week before you relax your hair. When you relax your hair, the relaxer breaks down protein bonds in your hair. Using Aphogee 2-step treatment just before your relax your hair helps to enrich your hair with protein and minimise the potential damage from relaxers. Many people use this treatment for this purpose.
How to use Aphogee two step treatment
These are the steps you should follow when doing an Aphogee 2-step protein treatment (for whatever reason you choose):
