What's the difference between the Finishing Serum and Curl Revive?
Both are serums that protect the hair against heated tools and have UV filters to protect against color fade and humidity without ever weighing the hair down. The Finishing Serum delivers a lighter silky effect, excellent if blow dried into fine, thin hair as it will make the hair feel and look thicker. The Curl Revive delivers a weightier, cashmere effect to the hair so is ideal for all curl, wave and textured hair. It also works very well for thick, coarse Indian, Asian and chemically straightened hair. One can also cocktail these serums. For example, someone with extensions would use the Finishing Serum on their thin, fine, natural hair and the Curl Revive on their extensions.
How is it best to use the Curl Revive?
The most important part of the shower process with curls is not to disrupt the curl too much. Once you've completed the Shampoo step, apply the Conditioner and comb the curls through to remove any tangles and knots in the parting you wish as this will be the last chance you have to comb your curls until dry. Stand under the shower and let the water roll through the hair in a downward direction to rinse the Conditioner so as not to add friction and avoid frizz. Apply our Turban Towel to gently squeeze out water without friction. Remove the towel, spray Curl Revive liberally through the hair and gently work it through the curls with your fingers. Let it dry naturally and do not touch until dry. Then use a wide tooth comb or fingers to manipulate the hair afterwards. Your curls will be perfectly formed and phenomenal.
Can I combine Iles Formula with other styling tools?
Iles Formula is most effective when used without other styling products like mousse or hairspray, as they may diminish the lustrous, sumptuous results our formulas provide. However, you can continue to use your regular styling tools. Our Curl Revive offers built-in heat protection for all styling tools, ensuring your hair remains protected and styled to perfection.
Is the Curl Revive safe for color treated or bleached hair?
Yes, our formulas were born to nurture and repair all types of hair. The more damage to the hair, the more phenomenal the performance of the formulas. The root extract in our Shampoo buffs over damaged porosity bars on the hair shaft which are particularly common in colored hair. The Conditioner is essential in repairing any damage as it locks the outer hair shaft and instantly detangles hair. The Finishing Serum is protection for your hair and contains UV filters to maintain your color while leaving hair vibrant and healthy.
Is the Curl Revive suitable for extensions, including human hair extensions?</strong></p> Yes. Iles Formula is phenomenal on all hair extensions. We have some of the best extension salons using and selling Iles Formula as home care for their clients. The Curl Revive delivers a weightier, cashmere effect to the hair so is ideal for thick extensions, coarse Indian, Asian and chemically straightened hair. One can also cocktail our two protective styling serums, for example, use the Finishing Serum on thin, fine, natural hair and the Curl Revive on extensions.
Can Iles Formula be used after a Brazilian blowout?
Most certainly, yes. Iles Formula is one of the most recommended products to use after ALL chemical procedures including Brazilian blowouts.
Can Iles Formula be used on Keratin treated hair?
Yes. All Iles Formula products are keratin safe. In fact, as keratin treatments disrupt the hair shaft, Iles Formula is the perfect home care after such a treatment to nurture, care and repair the hair shaft without coating or weighing the hair down.
What is the pH balance of the Curl Revive?
Our Curl Revive is pH 4.0 - 5.0.