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Matrix BOND Ultim8 Bond Protecting System Delivers 8 Bond-Protecting Benefits
Matrix's three-part system protects bonds, prevents breakage and maintains the expected level of lift without reformulating or additional time.
October 14, 2016
Matrix's three-part system protects bonds, prevents breakage and maintains the expected level of lift without reformulating or additional time.
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Matrix BOND Ultim8 Bond Protecting Systemis formulated to protect bonds, prevent further breakage and transform the outcome of salon services for stylists and their clients without any additional timing or reformulation needed.
BOND Ultim8 protects bonds and keeps hair strong all in the same service. For professional stylists, there are eight distinct advantages to incorporating the three-part system into every salon service:
Helps Protects Bonds During Lightening
Maintains Expected Lift
No Reformulation Needed
No Extra Time Needed
Helps Prevent Hair Breakage
Helps Preserve Hair Fibers
Deeply Nourishes
Hair Looks Healthier
“BOND Ultim8 infinitely expands my capabilities,” says Matrix Artistic Director Dan CsiCsai. “I can now create light shades evenly on dark or damaged hair while protecting against the chemical bonds that cause hair damage. I introduce BOND Ultim8 to every client, whether I am using it as a treatment in their hair or to help show off their individuality with custom color services. It has allowed me to maximize my revenue every single day, and it’s an easy ‘sell.’ Clients will feel the difference immediately and once they experience BOND Ultim8, they will never go back.”
The 3- Part BOND Ultim8 System:
The BOND Ultim8 salon service contains a back bar system and a retail component.
Step 1: Amplifier. This formula is added to any Matrix color or lightener to protect hair as it processes. When dosed correctly, it will not alter the color performance or timing in any way. Step 1 preserves the strong bonds in hair and also acts as an ion trapper by removing damaging bleach residues.
Step 2: Sealer. This deep conditioning treatment helps seal in the benefits of Step 1 and adds further protection. It’s applied after the color is processed and rinsed, and processed for 10 minutes at room temperature. The hair is then rinsed, shampooed and conditioned with the preferred Matrix professional products. Step 2 restores the bonds that have been weakened by the chemical process.
Step 3: Weekly Sealing Treatment. This essential follow-up formula perfects fibers and provides additional nourishment at home, following the in-salon service. Weekly Sealing Treatment provides clients with eight restoring benefits:
Helps protect cuticle
Helps prevent breakage
Adds flexibility
Boosts hydration
Renews smoothness
Adds softness
Increases shine
Hair looks healthier
BOND Ultim8 is optimized to be used with Matrix Color and Lightener products.
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