straightening hair – the 25 most asked questions to permanently relax curly hair

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have curly hair, and you want to naturally and safely straighten it to leave it soft and bouncy without damaging your hair, you will want to read our frequently asked questions about straightening curly hair with permanent hair relaxer products:

What is a BodipHier?
It is an innovative new product designed to relax hair and add body without the use of harsh chemicals. A BodipHier is relaxed, manageable, bouncy hair. A healthy alternative to traditional relaxers. "The new way to relax hair".

What are the BodipHier Ingredients? Purified Alkaline Water, 100% Natural Soda Ash & Minerals, 100% Natural Citric, 100% Natural Menthol, Cetyl Wax, Emulsifying Wax, Petrolatum, Mineral Oil, Lanotrol, Volpo 10, Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben, 100% Natural Protein Powder, Shea Butter, 100% Natural Protein Oil, 100% Natural Soy Bean Oil, and Fragrance.

•	Purified Alkaline Water - Softens and penetrates hair shaft.
•	100% Natural Soda Ash & Minerals - Raises the pH of water and softens the internal bonds of hair.
•	100% Natural Citric - Curls hair. Helps hair maintain its texture and elasticity.
•	100% Natural Menthol - Opens pores of hair.
•	Cetyl Wax, Emulsifying Wax, Petrolatum, & Mineral Oil - Non toxic, non-chemical oils to make up base and consistency of product.
•	Lanotrol - Makes the product smooth and thick.
•	Volpo 10 - Keeps the product smooth.
•	Methyl Paraben & Propyl Paraben - Kills germs & bacteria.
•	100% Natural Protein Powder -Strengthens hair.
•	100% Natural Shea Butter, Natural Protein Oil & Soy Bean Oil - Adds vitamins, moisturizes, conditions and adds sheen to hair.
•	Fragrance - Makes the smell of the product more appealing.

3.	Why is the BodipHier called a BodipHier and not a relaxer? The BodipHier is new technology. The BodipHier is designed to relax hair and add body without the use of lye. The active ingredients are not as strong as lye and will not dissolve hair. The BodipHier cannot make the hair "totally straight" like relaxers do. This allows the hair to look more natural, keep its texture and have more body.
4.	How does the BodipHier differ from a relaxer? The BodipHier is designed to relax hair and add body without the use of chemicals.
5.	Can you use the BodipHier over hair that has been relaxed with sodium, calcium or lithium hydroxide relaxers? Yes, a BodipHier is compatable with all relaxers.
6.	Will the BodipHier over-process previously relaxed hair? When applied as a retouch or new growth application the BodipHier will not over-process previously relaxed hair.
7.	Will the BodipHier burn or irritate the scalp? When used according to instructed processing time most people feel no sensation.
8.	Can you use a relaxer over hair that has BodipHier in it? Yes. A BodipHier is compatable with all relaxers.
9.	Can the BodipHier be used over a curl or Thio product? It is not recommended. Curls or Thio based products need moisture or the hair will become dry and will break.
10.	What is the active ingredient in the BodipHier? Alkaline water
11.	What is the pH of the BodipHier? The BodipHier is an alkaline product with a pH of 12.0.
12.	Do you need a neutralizing shampoo? No. The BodipHier is self neutralizing.
13.	Do you have to mix the BodipHier? No, just squeeze contents into a container.
14.	How straight does the BodipHier make hair? 85% straight for virgin or very course hair; 90% straight for normal hair.
15.	Will the BodipHier revert with humid weather, rain or hot flashes? No. The BodipHier softens the internal bonds of hair and elongates or loosens the natural curl pattern.
16.	How long does a BodipHier last? A BodipHier relaxes hair permanently. You must do a retouch or new growth application in 4-6 weeks.
17.	Does the BodipHier discolor gray hair? No, the BodipHier will not cast a yellowish or greenish tint to gray hair.
18.	Does the BodipHier lift the color from hair? No. Unlike traditional relaxers BodipHiers do not lift color from hair.
19.	Can you set or wrap your hair with a BodipHier? Yes. Any style that you can achieve with traditional relaxers you can achieve with a BodipHier.
20.	What effect does heat application have on BodipHied hair? Blow drying and thermal curling BodipHied hair makes it straighter, softer and feel more silky.
21.	What maintenance is needed with the BodipHier? Use the Brilliant Sheen Moisturizer 2-3 times a week to help hair maintain moisture, sheen and body. Use the BodipHier Shampoo, Conditioner, Blow Drying, or Setting crème for conditioning and styling between applications.
22.	How do the vitamins, minerals and Amino Acids affect hair? They help fortify the hair and restore it to its natural pH balance.
23.	Why does the BodipHier come in a sealed pouch? The sealed pouch keeps the vitamins, minerals, amino acids and natural ingredients fresh indefinitely, insuring the quality of the product.
24.	Do you have to use the BodipHier Shampoo and Conditioner with the BodipHier? Yes. The Shampoo and Conditioner contains vitamins, minerals amino acids and natural oils that make BodipHier products unique. For maximum results use only Fresh Look Hair BodipHier products.
25.	What products are in the Fresh Look Permanent Hair BodipHier System? The BodipHier product line includes: The Permanent Hair Bodiphier Kit; Hair BodipHier Shampoo; Hair BodipHier Conditioner; Hair BodipHier Blow Drying Crème; and Hair è Brilliant Sheen Moisturizer.
26.	Can a BodipHier be done over hair that has been relaxed with Copa products? Yes. The BodipHier is excellent for straightening hair that has been relaxed with Copa products.
27.	Do you have a money back guarantee?No. We do not know the condition of the hair before the BodipHier is applied. Neither can we control how it is used.
28.	Is the BodipHier available in stores?No. Fresh Look Products is an ecommerce company. We market and distribute our products direct to consumers via our website at www.freshlookhair.com We do not have any retailers or distributors that carry our products.
29.	Are there any salons that use your products? Only a few. Our marketing efforts are directed towards consumers.
30.	Do you ship outside the United States? Yes, we regularly ship to the UK, Canada, and Australia. In addition, we have the ability to ship globally. We typically ship by regular US Air Mail, and it takes between 4 and 7 days for delivery. There is an additional shipping charge for international shipments depending on the size and weight of the order.

To Contact Us:
Email: info@freshlookhair.com
Phone: 1.877.963.7374