AMAZON BLEND TANNIN
Express tannin-based smoothing enriched with Amazonian actives. Allows a shorter processing time while helping control frizz and improve softness and shine.
For professional use only. Assess the hair's condition, thickness, porosity, elasticity and chemical history before every application. Perform a strand test using the intended protocol before treating the full head.
Processing time, rinsing, flat-iron temperature and number of passes must be selected according to the formula instructions, hair assessment and strand-test results. Hair type alone does not determine suitability.
Do not proceed if the test section shows breakage, excessive fragility or other adverse changes. Contact our technical educator for guidance.
Step-by-step protocol
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Step 1 — Cleanse
Wash the hair thoroughly with shampoo. Select the cleansing approach according to the hair assessment and the formula's approved protocol.
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Step 2 — Dry completely
Dry the hair completely before applying the smoothing formula.
100% dry - 3
Step 3 — Section and apply
Divide the hair into sections and apply the product evenly, starting at the back. Distribute carefully through the lengths. Keep the product 1 cm away from the scalp.
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Step 4 — Allow to process
Leave on for 15–20 minutes for the express protocol. For more resistant or challenging hair, extend the processing time as needed, up to 60 minutes, based on the professional hair assessment and strand-test results. Always determine the processing time according to the hair's condition, thickness and chemical history. The maximum processing time is not necessary for every application.
15–20 min expressUp to 60 min resistant hair - 5
Step 5 — Rinse
Rinse with water, removing all of the product.
Rinse 100% - 6
Step 6 — Dry completely again
Blow-dry the hair completely before flat ironing.
100% dry - 7
Step 7 — Flat iron
Work through thin sections using the temperature and number of passes for this formula. Adjust within the approved protocol according to the hair's condition and strand-test results.
180–230°C10–15 passes per thin section - 8
Step 8 — Complete the service
Rinse thoroughly after flat ironing and finish as desired.
Adapt the protocol to the hair
The following guide supports professional assessment. Always consider the hair's current condition and chemical history, and perform a strand test before every application. Use the parameters approved for the selected formula.
Express protocol, according to the hair assessment and strand test.
More resistant or challenging hair, according to the hair assessment and strand test.
Max.= upper limit, not a target. Always confirm with a strand test.
| Hair type | Shampoo | Processing time | Rinsing | Flat-iron | Passes |
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Bleached / Blonde / Grey | Regular | 15–60 min | 100% | 200 / 220 / 230°C — adjust | 10–15 |
Colour-treated permanent, demi or semi-permanent | Regular | 15–60 min | 100% | 200 / 220 / 230°C — adjust | 10–15 |
Fine / Delicate | Regular | 15–60 min | 100% | 220 / 230°C — adjust | 10–15 |
Virgin / Coarse / Resistant | Deep-cleansing | 15–60 min | 100% | Up to 250°CMax. | 15–20Max.most resistant hair only |
Normal / Wavy | Regular or deep-cleansing | 15–60 min | 100% | 230°C — adjust | 15–20 |
Colour-treated
permanent, demi or semi-permanent
Fine / Delicate
Virgin / Coarse / Resistant
Normal / Wavy
Always prioritise the hair's condition over its category. Maximum temperatures and pass counts are not targets. If the strand test shows adverse changes, do not proceed with the full application. Seek guidance from our technical educator.
Need help adapting the protocol?
Our technical educator can help you assess the hair, understand the application steps and select the appropriate protocol for your formula.
Talk to our technical educatorYour assigned Account Manager can also book a technical meeting with our educator.
