Caring for colored, relaxed and processed hair

Chemical services like permanent color, relaxers and straighteners lift the outer layer of the hair fiber. When that surface layer is altered, the strands lose moisture much faster than untreated hair. Processed strands can turn dry, brittle and porous if they are not conditioned on a steady schedule with moisture-rich products.

We suggest waiting a few days after your salon chemical service before you apply a rich mask at home. Giving your hair this brief rest allows the new texture or color to settle completely. When you are ready for your first wash, start with a gentle shampoo to cleanse the hair without stripping away what little natural moisture remains.

Deep treatments belong on clean, damp hair, with your focus kept strictly on the mid-lengths and ends. The older hair along the lengths has faced the most chemical processing, heat and mechanical wear. New growth near the roots does not require heavy conditioning, so concentrating the mask lower down gives the dry ends the care they need most.

Rinse the mask thoroughly with clean water before moving on to the drying step. Towel-blot the excess water gently rather than rubbing the strands roughly. Applying our leave-in conditioner to damp lengths helps smooth the hair surface and prepares the strands for the heat of a blow dryer.

Consistent care between salon visits keeps chemically treated hair softer and easier to detangle. Using a shampoo, deep treatment and leave-in routine supports natural hair, relaxed textures, weaves and wigs alike. Our catalog includes sizes from 4 oz jars up to 1 gallon jugs to fit your regular wash day routine at home.