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Clarifier
Clarifiers are shampoos that can be used about once a week to rid hair of any spray, gel or grease build-up. They are also good for prepping hair when you are going to color it. Slightly more alkaline (higher pH) than ordinary shampoo.
Chelating
A deep cleansing process which strips the hair lightly before a chemical service. Also known as clarifying.
Conditioner
A moisturizing product to use after you have cleaned your hair. Conditioners generally make hair less tangled, smoother and shinier. As with shampoos, there are conditioner varieties for every type of hair.
Cortex
Middle layer of the hair that is made up of protein fibers that contain the hair's color and moisture. This layer gives hair its body. When damaged, these protein fibers can unravel, causing lost moisture, splits and breaks.
Cuticle
Outer layer of the hair that is made up of hard, overlapping, transparent cells that lie flat. This layer reflects light and makes hair shine. When damaged, these cells peel up and make hair look dull.
Depilatory
Product used to remove hair from the follicle.
Detangler
A spray-on or rub-in conditioner that takes snarls out of the hair, leaving it easier to comb.
Detoxifier
A cleanser that removes chlorine and buildup caused by conditioners, styling aids and shampoos.
Elixir
A leave-on conditioner that protects hair from styling damage and helps to restore body to chemically treated hair. Made with natural emollients to prevent tangles and static to leave hair soft and silky.
Emollient
Emollients moisturize and protect by trapping water in the hair. This glossy product makes hair easy to comb, softer and smoother. This especially benefits coarse or chemically treated hair.
Emulsion
A suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid.
Finishing Spray
A hairspray with medium hold used on a finished style to maintain its shape and hold.
Freezing Spray
A hairspray with the firmest hold used to maintain style of hard to hold hair.
Gel
Gels are best for fine to medium textured hair and can be used when your hair is wet or dry. On wet hair, gel will help to form it into a certain shape or provide lift. On dry hair, gel can be used to slick back for the ?wet? look or add volume to selected areas. Gels are available in tubes or in spray-on versions. Most are lightweight and can contain sunscreen.
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