how to mitigate the odor post-treatment?

in the salon

before beginning the treatment, advise the client that there may be a residual smell to wet hair after use of the product
use only the recommended amount of product to lightly saturate the hair, without over saturating
try using a chelating/metal detox treatment if you suspect there is hard water at your salon, prior to applying the smooth over treatment, after rinsing out the shampoo
ensure the shampoo stage is executed thoroughly, re-cleanse the hair if there is extra build-up
look into hard water filters – as a bonus, this investment will likely give your clients a better hair condition and help with color!
ensure the hair is 100% dry prior to using the flat iron, if using the straight method
ensure the hair is 100% dry after diffusing using the curly method
ensure the treatment is thoroughly rinsed out of the hair after the first blow dry, diffuser, and/or flat iron stages are complete
ensure the salon is properly ventilated
be certain clients are waiting 48 hours (about 2 days) prior to washing the hair
do not exceed the recommended temperature to avoid unwanted chemical reactions:

once you get home

wait 48 hours after your treatment to wash your hair
look into hard water filters to reduce the likelihood that unwanted chemical catalysts are coming into contact with your hair in your shower.

how to mitigate the odor post-treatment?Updated 9 months ago