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Hair Extensions have become extremely popular in recent times and are great way to instantly create a whole new look. Now more affordable and with multiple application methods, there is something to suit almost anyone.

 This unfortunately has led to the rise in poor quality products and “backyard” inexperienced shops flooding the market.  With click of a mouse you can be stocked up and applying hair extensions with no experience in hair and no idea of where or what the hair actually comes from.  YUK!

We are seeing cases of people coming into our salons very disappointed with a previous choice of hair extensions. The issue is nearly always the same, they were a great price and they said they would look great and last for ever….. the result is mismatched colours, visable attachments because they are not cut in, course hair that feels nothing like your own hair and empty pockets.

 JPS uses the Balmain Brand of Hair Extensions, specialist for over 40years and over 50 countries, they have a guaranteed supply chain of 100% ethical human hair and guarantee their product for 6 months, no one else does this.Recently owner of JPS Julie, tried out a full head of Balmain extensions and put them to the ultimate test,  with outstanding results! You can see the pics and the details on the JPS Facebook page! JPS offers a complete no obligation free consultation before any hair extension service. This is most important before you even consider hair extensions. They will discuss which method and type is best for you, provide a complete quotation, when you have your extensions applied they will be cut in for a flawless finish.   

Unfortunately it is buyer beware with hair extensions and it pays to have professional experienced advice, it will save your hair and your pockets.

Hair Straightening

The Curly Questions?

Have you been blessed with curls or wavy hair and have wondered about Permanent Straightening. Well here is the good and bad on the world of Straightening Hair.

When you have naturally curly hair you basically have two options.  You can accept it "as is" or you can straighten it with a few different options.  If you decide to straighten it you can do it chemically or you can do it with products that promise to temporarily tame the curls on a day by day basis.  The most common reason that people decide to have their hair straightened is to eliminate curls.  Sometimes this process will be used also to soften or eliminate wavy hair. Permanent hair straightening, also known as relaxing, involves a process where the basic structure of overly curly or wavy hair is changed into a straight form.  

Consult a Professional.

Chemical hair straightening is not a difficult procedure, but it does require a thorough technical knowledge of the relaxing process.  Therefore it should always be performed by a professional with a track record of success with straightening.

The stylist will also need to evaluate current hair texture, porosity, elasticity and the presence or absence of any hair damage. Fine, chemically lightened, or coloured hair generally requires a very mild relaxing formula. Normal, medium-textured virgin hair can tolerate regular strength relaxers.   Coarse virgin hair may require a strong or super relaxing formula.  Our Professionals will be able to determine the best type of relaxing formula.

The procedure involves the application of the relaxer product, neutralizer and shampoos & conditioners designed specifically for relaxers.  This is done with either a hot or cold method.  The cold method results in a smoothing and relaxing of the curl and relaxes frizz. It will not give a complete straight finish. The hot method involves ironing the hair between applications of the relaxer and results in very smooth & straight frizz free finish for even the most unruly hair. It should be mentioned that unrealistic transformations are often advertised and can lead to disappointing results. The natural cross structure and bond of the hair means a complete ironing board straight finish for some hair types is not realistic and this should be taken into consideration and is always part of your consultation with a professional.

There are several popular relaxer supermarket home kits available. Being an “over the counter product” they will lack the strength to give a professional long lasting result, although these kits are often also used for re-growth touch-ups overlapping  the chemicals onto your already straightened hair can cause or breakage. Typically a strong relaxing treatment will last up to 6 months depending on the hair's texture and growth.  Hair should be relaxed no more than every three months.  While relaxing may make hair more manageable and easier to control, one misstep can cause terrible hair damage as well.  

After Care

Regular deep treatments are a must on hair that is chemically relaxed.  Plan on doing a deep moisture/ protein treatment once or twice a week. Newly relaxed hair tends to become drier and lacks moisture.  Use a moisturizing shampoo designed for chemically treated hair.  We recommend replacing your conditioner with a moisture mask, this way everytime you condition your hair you are giving it the extra levels of moisture. This is also a great way of doing treatments when you are pushed for time.  This will help to restore the appearance of chemically processed hair.  A great leave in treatment is Nak’s “Sea Potion”  another quick and easy way to treat your hair on the run.

If your hair is highly lightened then Permanent Straightening is not for you. Keratin Complex Treatment is another option to consider. Avoid relaxing hair and then colouring it at the same time.  This can be very risky for the hair.  If you absolutely must colour and relax your hair in the same time period it is best to relax the hair first and then wait 2-4 weeks before colour is applied. If you are unsure you can have a Strand Test completed by JPS where a small section is tested.

So if you desire beautiful smooth straight locks of hair, it come be done and with the correct maintenance it will stay healthy last and look fantastic and you can have styles never possible before.  JPS Consultation are free, if you are considering hair straightening come and discuss it with us and get all of the facts.