Key Ingredients and Their Functions
Rebuilding Ingredients
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Hydrolysed Keratin – replenishes gaps in the hair fibre, strengthens the surface, and improves resilience.
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20 Amino Acid Complex – includes arginine, cysteine, lysine, glycine, proline and others to reinforce disulphide bonds, restore internal structure, and protect against mechanical and thermal damage.
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Glycerin & Sodium PCA – restore hydration and softness while preventing dryness.
Smoothing Ingredients
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Cysteamine HCL + Cysteine HCL – reconstruct keratin bonds via heat activation, offering a safe, formaldehyde-free alternative.
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Allium Cepa Bulb Extract – supports disulphide bond reorganisation and synergises with amino acids to enable lasting smoothness.
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Polyquaternium-37 – forms a flexible smoothing film, enhancing shine and manageability.
Nourishing and Protective Oils
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Macadamia Oil – softens and smooths hair fibres.
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Shea Butter – deeply nourishes and protects against moisture loss.
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Murumuru, Buriti and Andiroba Oils – improve shine, elasticity, and reduce frizz.
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Castor Oil Propanediol Esters – strengthen and provide a silky finish.
Toning Ingredient
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Acid Violet 43 – cool violet pigment neutralises unwanted yellow and brassy tones in blonde or lightened hair.
Application Instructions
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Wash the hair twice with Pre-Treatment Clarifying Shampoo.
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Towel-dry until damp.
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Apply Shinique Sleek Elixir evenly, leaving a 0.5 cm gap from the scalp.
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Leave for 35–60 minutes, depending on hair type:
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Fine, blonde or frizzy hair: 35–45 minutes
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Thick, resistant, or curly hair: 50–90 minutes
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Rinse with lukewarm water, leaving approximately 10–20% of the product on fine/blonde hair to maintain a light protective film.
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Blow-dry completely using a ceramic brush.
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Straighten each section 15–20 times with a wide titanium flat iron at 180–240°C, adjusting temperature and passes according to hair type. For very curly hair, increase to 20–25 passes.
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After cooling, perform a control wash with Premium Line Shampoo (2–3 times), apply Premium Line Mask for 10 minutes, and rinse thoroughly.
Additional Notes
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For highly damaged hair, apply Fiber Restore prior to treatment.
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Personalise the service with Shinique Booster Kit ampoules for enhanced results.
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