Ask Melissa: Hair Straightening

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Ask Melissa: My hair is very wavy and has lots of blonde highlights. I love the sleek look of the Brazilian blow out but I'm concerned about the hazards involved in many of these straightening treatments. I wish I could try Japanese straightening, but I hear it is very damaging and can't be used on bleached hair. What do you suggest?


Japanese hair straightening was very popular several years ago before Brazilian took over as the new rage for straight locks. Many people with color treated hair could not use the Japanese chemical as it was too damaging. The Brazilian treatment became so popular because it can be used on highlighted or weak hair sans the damage. Unfortunately, the treatment contains formaldehyde and has been proven hazardous to your health.

I am so excited to have discovered the NEW Japanese hair straightening product called Cashmere Luminance by Milbon, a fantastic new smoothing solution that's both gentle and effective. It's best for those with naturally wavy or frizzy color-treated hair and can also be used to treat curly hair, keeping it tame and manageable in the humidity. The process takes about 1.5 - 2 hours depending on the length and thickness of your hair. It's safe, 100% formaldehyde-free and lasts about 3 months.



I recently tried the Cashmere Luminance Japanese treatment with stylist Yuki Yamazati of Mingle Salon* in NYC and beyond happy with the results (he has been straightening my hair for years). My hair is very manageable and has never felt so soft and looks shiny. I am one month into the treatment and am still loving it!

Below is a list of Milbon-certified salons offering the Cashmere Luminance service:

NEW YORK CITY
Mingle Salon 10 West 55th Street, 2 nd Floor 212-459-3320
*Mention PageDaily for a 10% first time discount when booking an appointment with Yuki

The Stephen Knoll Salon 625 Madison Avenue, 2nd Floor Louis Licari Salon 693 5th Avenue #15

LOS ANGELES
Neil George Salon 9320 Civic Center Drive Beverly Hills

CHICAGO
Nancy Angelair Salon 1003 N Rush St. #3 SHO Studio 357 West Chicago Avenue, Lower Level

MIAMI
Salon L'Estetica 19495 Biscayne Boulevard Suite 101 Miami, Florida