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Cellophane Hair Treatment: What Is It and What Are Its Benefits?


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Published November 30, 2016

Updated October 23, 2023
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Is your hair looking a little lackluster? With the cellophane hair treatment, you can enhance your hair’s color and shine for more beautiful, healthier tresses. This treatment involves sealing the hair cuticles. Once moisture is locked in, the hair maintains its soft and vibrant appearance. While the cellophane treatment is considered a semi-permanent color service, the treatment is actually pigment-free.

Safe and Non-Damaging

Unlike other hair treatments that enhance the hair using damaging chemicals, the cellophane hair treatment is safe and non-damaging. During the process, only the external hair is coated, leaving the delicate hair shafts untouched. No pigments are used to color the hair. Instead, glossing agents aid the cellophane to add color and shine to your locks.

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Results are Soft and Shiny Hair

During the cellophane hair treatment, the cellophane product is brushed onto your hair from root to tip. The entire head is typically coated. The head is then covered with a plastic cap and then there is a waiting period of about 20 to 30 minutes. During this process time, most clients are asked to sit under a dryer to help process the hair faster. The result is shiny hair that feels smooth and silky to the touch.

Helps to Control Frizziness

During cellophane hair treatment, glossing agents are used to essentially seal the cuticle layer. Not only does this process add shine and create softness, it also plumps up the hair, making it appear fuller than before. By locking in moisture at the cuticle level, the cellophane treatment also helps to control frizziness for healthy looking hair.

The cellophane hair treatment has become a popular service at salons around the country. The one-coat treatment is typically faster than other hair treatments and is considered safe for application. Only the outer surface of the hair is coated, meaning the overall health of your hair is not negatively affected. If your tresses are feeling the effects of daily wear and tear, ask your stylist about the cellophane hair treatment.

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