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The brand's new line features premium Camellia Japonica seed oil.

Salon Tech has launched its new Camellia line, which features premium Camellia Japonica seed oil. The benefits of using this oil include both hair and skin. The oil is ultra moisturizing and nourishing. It helps hair for a barrier against environmental pollutants and repairs and strengthens the hair against breakage and split ends. It also helps to tame flyaways, treat dry scalps and itchiness and prevents dandruff.
The skin benefits include softening the appearance of lines and wrinkles while also minimizing the appearance of scars. The oil includes omegas 3, 6, 7 and 9. Visit www.salontech.com/hair-care.
Products in the line include:
Camellia Oil
An antioxidant-rich, lightweight oil that delivers moisture, nourishment and anti-aging benefits.
It can be used on dry skin and hair, uneven skin tones and fine lines and wrinkles.
It can be added to face serums, foundations, shampoo, conditioner, lotions and hair color.
Hair Confidence Luxury Treatment Oil
Designed to be a universal hair treatment for all hair types.
This formula is rich in polyphenol antioxidants to soften, tame, defrizz and detangle.
Hair Confidence Brass Neutralizing Luxury Treatment Oil
A brass-neutralizing, color-intensifying treatment rich in polyphenol antioxidants.
It can be used on all hair types but is recommended for blonde and silver hair especially.
Houdini
A weightless dry oil that is designed to protect hair from heat styling tools, enhance shine and boost hair health.
Helps repair split ends and environmental damage.
Louna Curls
Designed to leave curls nourished and moisturized.
Up to 24 hours of humidity resistance.
Leaves curls feeling flexible with definition and movement.
The Secret
Formulated with a balance of Camellia and keratin to create an ideal blowout.
Helps maintain looks for up to seven days.
Wonder Lift
Volumizing root spray that can be used on wet or dry hair.
Designed to increase volume without stiffness.
Miracle Worker
A leave-in treatment infused with moisturizing power.
Detangles, protects against heat and makes styling more manageable.

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