Japanese Hair Straightening, also known as Thermal Reconditioning, is
one very popular hair straightening technique you just might want to
think twice about before having done.

Originating in Japan in the late 90's the chemical products used in
the process go by the names Liscio, Yuko and U.S. made Bio Ionics.

The treatment can take anywhere from 3 to 6 hours and involves
numerous steps with costs ranging from $300 to $1,500 depending on the
salon.

A cheaper price should raise some red flags as to the quality of the
chemicals used or the expertise of the stylist according to the
experts.

The result is permanently straight hair but after 4 to 6 months any
new hair growth will need to be treated as well. This usually costs
close to the same amount as the original treatment because it is a
more time-consuming process involving straightening hair closer to the
roots.

Because of the chemicals and techniques used you will not be able to
curl the treated hair so you definitely want to take that into
consideration beforehand.

There is also a growing concern from some stylists that thermal
reconditioning may not

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