The first BOTANICAL, VEGAN and FORMALDEHYDE FREE hair smoothing system.
Onlys Botanic Smoothing System aligns the hair fibre, smooths the hair, deeply nourishes and repairs the hair to eliminate frizz, restore shine and enhance its natural softness. The smoothing system, developed in Brazil, protects the hair against external agents and free radicals, strengthen the hair, adds body and stimulate healthy hair growth.
It provides a natural smooth for 4 to 6 months. It is compatible with all types of hair, including coloured, bleached or chemically straightened hair.
Onlys Botanic Smoothing System uses vegetable assets such as Aloe Vera, Ginseng and Citric acid. It carries V-Label European certification for being 100% Vegan. It is therefore cruelty free and contains no animal compounds.
The Onlys Botanic Smoothing System is 100% Formaldehyde FREE and does not release any toxic gases. It may be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Aloe Vera
Onlys Botanic Smoothing System is a waterless formula. All non-essential ingredients like water were replaced with a 41% concentration of Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera is similar to keratin, but NOT from animal origin.
- Re-generates the hair
- Provides moisture and shine
- Contains vitamins, proteins, enzymes and amino acids required for strong hair.
Ginseng
Known as the most widely used herbal remedy in the world.
- Prevents hair breakage
- Strengthens weak hair
- Rich in vitamins and minerals that restore the hair fibre and improves protein re-generation.
Citric acid
Obtained from fruit extracts such as kiwi, lemon and orange. It is known as an astringent and antioxidant.
- Cleanses the hair, removing dirt and product build-up
- Anti-oxidizing
- Regulates pH
- Acts as a thermal protector
Application
Step 1 – Wet the hair
- Wet the hair 50% – 60% with a spray bottle or at the basin. Water is the conductor so the hair can not be dry, but should not be dripping.
- Don’t wash unless heavy build-up of styling products is on the hair. The natural oils protect the scalp.
- Roots of curly hair dry quicker, so have the spray bottle ready to wet hair throughout the process.
Step 2 – Divide the hair
- Shake the Onlys Botanic Smoothing bottle. Use an average 30-50ml per application. Divide the hair into 3-4 parts.
- Take horizontal straight strands of about 2 fingers thick. Apply the Onlys Botanic Smoothing product from roots to ends.
- Work with your hands until the product changes colour from deep blue to lilac.
- The product will also clean the hair.
- Allow the product to work naturally and open the cuticle without immediately starting to comb. Only comb through at the end of the application process.
Step 3 – Process
- Pile the hair on top of the head and wrap in plastic to allow for the heat from the scalp to activate the product. Do not twist, only bend upwards.
- Do not use heat. Do not use a Climazone.
- Process for 30-60 min depending on the curl pattern of the hair.
Step 4 – Rinse & Dry
- Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm to hot water. If not rinsed properly the product will cause fumes during drying, and drying will take longer. However, any fumes that are released are harmless and non-toxic. This will just happen if the hair was not properly rinsed or with very porous hair that absorbed excess product.
- Dry with a hairdryer without using a brush until the hair is 70% – 80% dry.
- Thereafter, dry the hair further until 100% dry with a round or paddle brush.
Step 5 – Straightening
- Divide hair into 3 – 4 sections.
- Make partings of +/- 1cm thick.
- Use a carbon comb (not plastic).
- First test the temperature that the hair can withstand by starting with the straightener at 200′. If the clients hair is strong enough the temperature may be increased to 230′.
- Start at the roots until no smoke is released, then straighten lengths and ends until the hair becomes static. Roots are thicker than ends, so move faster at the ends.
Step 6 – Finishing
- The hair MUST be washed within 24 hours, so it is recommended that you wash the hair immediately in the salon.
- Wash, then condition for 5 minutes.
- Dry with hairdryer. No further straightening is required.
- The client may be send home without washing. However, until the hair is washed, its should not be tied, pinned or twisted. And the client MUST wash the hair within 24 hours.
After-care at home
After washing and conditioning the client must apply heat with a hair dryer to re-activate the product to smooth the hair. If heat is not applied the hair will not be completely straight but will still be frizz free. If the client wishes the scrunch her curls this can still be done if no heat is applied.
It is recommended that the client use a shampoo that is free from sodium chloride (salt) and sulphates to ensure the longevity of the smoothing system.
Onlys Shampoo 250ml – Sulphate & Salt Free.
Onlys Mask 250ml – Leave on for 10 minutes. Rinse off.
Onlys Conditioner 250ml – Leave on for 2 minutes. Rinse off.
Method
- Wet hair, apply the Onlys Shampoo and lather.
- Rinse off.
- Apply the Onlys Conditioner. Leave on for 2 minutes.
- Rinse off.
- Dry with a hairdryer to re-activate the product. (Heat is required)
Onlys Botanic Smoothing Lotion Information
- The Lilac colour helps prevent brassiness.
- Onlys Botanic Smoothing range is 100% Vegan (V Label Certification).
- The product contains no water and is highly concentrated with Aloe Vera gel.
- It can be used on any hair type even very damaged hair.
- It lasts 4 – 6 months, depending on whether proper homecare products are used.
- All ingredients are natural and organic.
- It contains NO sulphates ir silicone.
- Citric acid acts as a heat protector to protect the hair against thermal stress.