Liscio is the Original and premier thermal reconditioning product in Japan, and now the United States. In a field with so many players, we realize it is often difficult for stylists and consumers alike, to separate the various products on the market.

Liscio Thermal Reconditioning is a technique that originated in Japan to make curly, wavy or frizzy hair, straight. The process uses both chemicals and heat to soften the bonds of the hair, reforming the bonds in a straight pattern. The end result is not only perfectly straight hair, but a glossy, smooth, and silky finish that is more healthy than before the process! See similar questions...

A. Good question. First, traditional relaxing methods only relax hair, which eventually "snaps back" to its original configuration: these methods do not, unlike thermal reconditioning, permanently straighten the hair. Relaxers are often lye-based with a Ph ranging from 10.0 to 14.0. In contrast, thermal reconditioning Ph hovers at a consistent 9.0, give-or-take. See similar questions...

Milbon's Liscio gives each stylist the flexibility to customize every client's Liscio application. This allows for variations in the clients hair condition, porosity and texture. At a time when over 60% of American women have color treated hair, this flexibility and control is critical to the success of the thermal reconditioning service. See similar questions...

Thermal Reconditioning is a technique that originated in Japan to make curly, wavy or frizzy hair, straight. The process uses both chemicals and heat to soften the bonds of the hair, reforming the bonds in a straight pattern. The end result is not only perfectly straight hair, but a glossy, smooth, and silky finish that is healthier than before the process! See similar questions...

Thermal reconditioning includes a four-step process, a flat-ironing segment and continual infusion of proteins/conditioners into the hair. First, straightening solution is applied and removed when the hair reaches its optimal elastic state. Second, quarter-inch sections of hair are meticulously flat-ironed throughout the head. This process simultaneously straightens and repairs each hair. Third, a chemical neutralizer is applied to "set" the hair in its straight configuration. See similar questions...

There are several dozen companies that offer similar treatments. We have chosen 3 that we feel are the best in the market. They are Milbon's Liscio, BioIonic and Q8. Based on your consultation with the stylist they will use the particular product line that will be best for your needs. There is no difference in the cost. See similar questions...

Japanese Hair Straightening, Japanese Straightening, Ioninc Retexturizing, Thermal Restructuring, Thermal Reconstruction, Japanese Relaxer, BioIonic. See similar questions...

Highlights can be very tricky to work with. The highlighted sections are usually treated differently from the non-highlighted sections. For example, the highlighted areas might require a milder processing solution, shorter processing time, additional proteins/conditioners to repair/protect the strands, and a cooler temperature applied during the ironing process than would be required for non-highlighted areas. See similar questions...

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You should ask the stylist what products they use, and why. Education is important with any thermal reconditioning service, so you should also ask the stylist the amount of training they have received from the manufacturer of their product. Experience is another factor, so you may want to ask how long they have been performing the service. At Milbon, we certify each stylist who has been trained in the Liscio service, and you may ask to see this certification. See similar questions...

Yes. The hair is permanently straightened and reconditioned/repaired simultaneously through compressed thermal heat generated from a flat iron. The compression and heat transforms the hair into a straight configuration. The ironing process, which can take several hours, also seals previously applied proteins and conditioners into the hair, leaving the hair, soft and glossy. See similar questions...

Wait 48-72 hours to shampoo or wet your hair. Wait two weeks to color or highlight your hair. Because the hair will become more structurally porous-not visually porous-following thermal reconditioning, I recommend using a lower volume peroxide to touch-up previously thermal/highlighted hair, and using 1-2 shades lighter than before when choosing an all-over color. See similar questions...

Yes. However, the highlighted sections are treated differently from the non-highlighted sections. For example, the highlighted areas might require a milder processing solution, shorter processing time, additional proteins/conditioners to repair/protect the strands, and a cooler temperature applied during the ironing process than would be required for non-highlighted areas. See similar questions...

A. My base fee for this service is $400 for the first 3 hours. Afterward, the fee increases $60 per half hour. For example, if it takes 5 hours to straighten your hair, the fee will be $620.00. The fee structure is subject to change. In all fairness to you, I require an in-salon consultation to help you determine whether this treatment is for you and to establish cost estimates. The average length of time to complete the process is 5 hours. See similar questions...