by Suzanne Greenfield

Created on: March 12, 2010   Last Updated: March 14, 2010

The Yuko Hair Straightening system is a revolutionary way of straightening naturally or artificially curly hair without using harsh chemicals. Most straightening treatments use chemicals that can damage the hair follicle, but the Yuko treatment actually improves the condition of the hair leaving it soft and more manageable than ever before. This is because it uses a keratin-rich solution that restores nutrients to damaged areas of the hair and leaves it strong and healthy.

It is thought that about 67% of women in the UK with wavy or curly hair attempt to straighten or smooth it everyday. Most straightening processes usually take up to 40 minutes. That means that some women could be spending 4 to 6 hours a week battling with their unruly locks. Even more shockingly, this styling time could add up to 275 hours a year! As well as taking up lots of time in the morning, these hours of styling could be causing serious damage to the health of our hair. The high temperatures needed to straighten hair effectively can cause hair to become weak, brittle and can even break off. It can be quite hard to reverse this damage unless the damaged ends are cut off. For a woman with naturally curly hair, a short hair style could mean disaster.

The Yuko Hair Straightening system tames unruly hair and can be a life-changing treatment for women who tirelessly battle with their unmanageable hair every morning. Women who have had the treatment have reported that they are now able to ‘wash and go’ in the morning for the first time ever. So who can have the treatment? The Yuko system is suitable for all hair types but it works especially well on over coloured or chemically treated hair. It is important to note that pregnant or nursing women cannot have the treatment. It is effective on slightly wavy hair all the way to coarse very curly hair.

After the treatment you will be informed how to look after your treated hair by a qualified stylist. The first 4 days after you have had the treatment are very important to the overall effect of hair and there are a few things that you should remember. You must not wash your hair as this will affect the texture of your hair. The process is moulded into a different shape from its original shape; therefore it is important not to do anything to your hair that will affect the shape of your hair. For example, you must not tie your hair in a ponytail, use hair clips, pull your hair behind your ears, or use hair bands. Also, you should not use sprays, gel or mousses on your hair or take part in any exercise that will cause you to sweat.

The Yuko system lasts between 8 to 12 months and can dramatically reduce the amount of styling time you spend on your hair. Some women have even reported dramatic hair growth following the treatment. They do not need to use damaging heat appliances, therefore the health of their hair is greatly improved which in turn encourages healthy growth.

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