Education

Learn more about how to perform a KeraPod Service and how to determine which treatment is right for your client.

The Consultation

CHOOSING THE CORRECT KERAPOD FOR YOUR CLIENT

Establish client expectations for the smoothing service:

Does the client expect curl reduction, or are their expectations centered around having ‘straight hair’? It can be an ‘a-ha’ moment when the client uses the term ‘straight.’ This may indicate that they have had chemically straightened treatments in the past, suggesting they may not be seeking a smoothing service. Explain that the KeraPod Smoothing treatment will provide your client with ultimate manageability.

Manage expectations:

  • Highlight that smoothing reduces curl, eliminates frizz, controls difficult textures, and simplifies styling.

  • Emphasize how it facilitates achieving straight hair effortlessly through blow-drying and ironing.

What is the porosity levels of the hair (At the root area, mid-lengths and ends)?

Establishing the hair’s porosity will affect the temperature you set for your flat iron during the ironing section of the KeraPod service. Extreme porosity at the ends of the hair could result in performing fewer passes at a lower temperature on this delicate area of the client’s hair.

Consider previous color treatments:

Remember, if your client has had previous chemical treatments on their hair, you must consider this hair as porous. This will affect the temperature during the flat ironing section of the service.

Evaluate hair texture:

  • Assess whether the hair is fine, normal, or coarse.

  • Adjust product quantity and development time based on texture.

Assess time commitment:

Smoothing services cannot be rushed. A perfect application, fine sections, and an immaculate blow-dry are required to achieve smoothness. Fine, see-through sections are needed when blow-drying and ironing the hair to ensure the bonds link together to hold the hair in its new shape. Anything less will cause a result that is less than optimum.

Who is this treatment for?

Individuals seeking to reduce curl, soften and smooth curls. Their goal is to elimate frizz, resist humidity and experience amazing ease of styling.

How To Perform The ‘Ultimate’ Service

  • Shampoo hair 1–2 times with KeraPod Clarifying Shampoo [T1]. Do not condition.

    Tip: For extremely porous hair, a small amount of conditioner can be used on the porous ends & rinsed thoroughly. Towel dry, leaving hair slightly damp.

  • Divide & clip hair into 4 sections.

  • Application. Open the KeraPod Ultimate Smoothing Treatment [T2].

    *NOTE: It will not make the treatment more effective to overload the hair with product.

    Wear Gloves. Starting at the nape of the neck, part hair into 1/2 inch sub sections, 1/4 inch for very coarse textured hair.

    Using an application brush, apply treatment lightly to hair 1/4 inch away from the scalp & through the ends of the hair.

    Massage into the hair & comb through using a large-tooth comb.

    Using a fine-tooth comb, comb through each section to ensure even distribution & remove any excess product & to get the product closer to the scalp. *Do not saturate the scalp.

  • Process without heat: 30 minutes for fine hair, 40 minutes for medium texture, 50 minutes for coarse texture.

    *NOTE: If hair is has a very strong curl pattern, keep hair straight during this process by combing the hair every 10 minutes. If treatment is too dry, reactivate by lightly spraying with water & recombing.

  • Quick Rinse for about 30 seconds, allowing some product to stay on hair.

    DO NOT SHAMPOO.

  • Blow-dry hair section by section until 100% dry. An immaculate blow dry is essential for optimum results.

  • Divide & clip hair into 5 sections.

  • Beginning at the nape of the neck, flat iron 1/2 to 1-inch sections at the following temperatures:

    350°F: Fine/Double processed/ Porous Hair

    380°F: Medium Textured/Tinted Hair

    400-450°F: Course, Resistant, Extremely Curly Hair

    Complete 4–6 passes over each section or until you see the high shine finish.

  • Allow hair to cool; rinse well & apply KeraPod Smooth Repair Masque [T3]. Leave for 4 minutes, rinse thoroughly, & towel dry.

  • Blow-dry with KeraPod Smooth Styling Cream [T4] & finish with KeraPod Smooth & Protect Oil [T5].

*No downtime for the client; they can shampoo the same day.
*Ensure the client uses Kerapod Home Care & Styling for optimum treatment longevity.

Who is this treatment for?

Individuals with unpredictable curls, frizzy and dull hair, seeking control, shine, and humidity resistance for easy styling.

How To Perform The ‘Express’ Service

  • Shampoo hair with KeraPod Clarifying Shampoo [T1] 1–2 times. gently towel dry, leaving hair slightly damp.

    Tip: For extremely porous hair, a small amount of conditioner can be used on the porous ends & rinsed thoroughly.

  • Divide & clip hair into 4 sections.

  • Wear Gloves. Open Kerapod Express Smoothing Treatment [T2]. Take 1/4–1/2 inch sections. Apply treatment directly from the KeraPod using an applicator brush. Massage into section & comb through using a fine-tooth comb to remove any excess treatment.

    *NOTE: There is no benefit to over-loading the hair with product. It can result in unwanted fumes when blow-drying & ironing the hair

  • Let treatment process for 15 minutes without heat.

  • Blow dry hair 100% as smoothly as possible. An immaculate, smooth blow dry is essential in getting optimum results.

  • Flat iron at following temperature until smooth & shining.

    Tip: It is usually 4-6 passes with the flat iron or watch until you see the shine appear.

    350°F: Fine/Double processed/Porous Hair

    380°F: Medium Textured/Tinted Hair

    400–450°F: Coarse, Resistant, Extremely Curly Hair

  • Finish with KeraPod Smooth & Protect Oil [T5].

*Avoid shampooing, using clips, or bands for 24 hours.
*Use Kerapod Home Care and Styling for optimum treatment longevity.

Who is this treatment for?

Individuals with lackluster, porous, and damaged hair affected by humidity and prone to frizz.

How To Perform The ‘Renew’ Service

  • Shampoo hair with KeraPod Clarifying Shampoo [T1] 1-2 times, without conditioning. Towel dry & comb through.

    Tip: For extremely porous hair, use small amount of conditioner on the ends & rinse thoroughly.

  • Divide & clip hair into 4 sections.

  • Wear gloves, open KeraPod Renew Anti-Aging Treatment [T2]. Apply in 1-inch sub-sections using an applicator brush. Massage into section. Comb through using a fine-tooth comb to remove any excess product.

    Tip: It will not make the treatment more effective to overload the hair with product. This can result in unwanted fumes when blow-drying and ironing the hair.

  • Blow-dry hair until 100% dry.

    An immaculate blow dry is essential for optimum results.

  • Divide hair into 5 sections & flat iron at recommended temperatures:

    350°F: Fine/Double processed/Porous Hair

    380°F: Medium Textured/Tinted Hair

    400-450°F: Coarse, Resistant Hair

    3–4 passes will give you optimum results.

  • Finish with KeraPod Smooth & Protect Oil [T5].

*No downtime for the client; they can shampoo the same day.
*Ensure the client uses Kerapod Home Care & Styling for optimum treatment longevity.