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Bumble and bumble Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment

What it is: A single-use product that smoothes hair for lasting manageability and frizz reduction. What it does: Formulated with patent-pending Concen-straight Technology(TM), which helps maintain hair's natural integrity, this formula smooths hair for manageability and frizz reduction for up to 30 shampoos. Concen-straight was created to let you style your hair as straight as you like it. Once you've given yourself the treatment, it's up to you how straight you'd like to style your hair. Flat irons render hair pin-straight, blow dryers create body and movement, curling irons create smooth shapes, while air drying reveals natural, more manageable texture. What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- Triclosan What else you need to know: Hair type and condition are extremely important to consider before you use Concen-straight. Though gentle, this treatment alters bonds and exposes hair to high heat. For clients who color their hair: As with any chemical treatment, this treatment may cause color fade, especially in redder tones. In order to avoid shift in color, you must use Concen-straight first, and then wait two weeks to have your hair colored. For clients who chemically straighten their hair: Wait six weeks after any professional straightening service to use Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment.For clients who have fragile or bleached hair: Hair that has been bleached, double-processed or over processed may be fragile. Bb.Mending family (Bb.Mending Shampoo, Conditioner, Masque and Complex) is recommended for use to repair fragile hair until strands feel strengthened before using Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment. If you aren't sure, ask your stylist. Additional considerations: This product contains sulfites. If you are sensitive or allergic, consult a physician prior to use. Expect a noticeable odor: Like many treatments, Concen-straight contains technology that is detectable by smell. Dampness can release a smell for a few days after application. It will disappear completely after several shampoos. You may also experience possible color fade: As with any chemical treatment, this treatment may cause color fade, especially in redder tones. In order to avoid shift in color, you must use Concen-straight first, and then wait two weeks to have your hair colored.
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Questions & Answers for Bumble and bumble Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment

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Can this product be used on hair previously treated with a chemical relaxer?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
kristini
(Philadelphia, PA)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
I think this is some kind of relaxer mixed with other stuff, so I wouldn't try it. Call Bumble and Bumble in NY - or one of their salons - and they can advise you.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
casey08081
(Philadelhpia, PA)
answer 2
The info says: Wait six weeks after any professional straightening service.
So I assume it would be a similar wait
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
csandle2
(Chicago, IL)
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Would one need more than one of these for thick and/or long hair?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
trishjul
(Wyckoff, NJ)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
I am a hairdresser and it takes 2 for thick or long hair.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
jilian
(St Louis MO)
answer 2
I would say yes. I have very thick hair and I have A LOT of hair. I was afraid I'd run out so I made sure to have some left over at the end which I then squeezed into the roots at different parts and combed through. I haven't washed my hair yet since using it so I can't give an accurate review yet. However, I can say that I know I could have definitely used another bottle. I didn't feel like I was fully coating my hair and feel that my results won't be as great because of that.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
chulie23
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Pregnant women
Hi! I'm 20 weeks pregnant and was wondering if I can this? I read that other treatments have formaldehyde which is not good for me to use and my hair is crazy lately. i would really like it to be a little manageable and this seems to be a life safer to me. Pls let me know.

Thanks!
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
annquad
(Edison, NJ)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
the straight line by Bumble can solve many problems...try the shampoo,conditioner and treatment first.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
jilian
(St Louis MO)
answer 2
If you are pregnant, we ask that you please consult with your physician before considering new products. If you need more information regarding ingredients or use, please call us at 1-877-SEPHORA to speak with a Beauty Advisor. Thanks!
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answered 1 year, 4 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
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Can this product be used on super thick curly hair as a de-frizzer?
Hair type is super thick and tight curly Caucasian/African American mix and need some sort of solution for de-frizzing hair...will this work as a de-frizzer and not necessarily needed for straightening, per se?
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asked 1 year, 4 months ago
curlytop4sure
(Federal Way, WA)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
After performing the treatment steps, I just added a leave-in conditioner, so I could see how my curls dried-down. There is no frizz, but the curl pattern was otherwise unchanged, so this treatment did not straighten my 3B hair in the least. I am only 1 shampoo and 1 day after the treatment, though.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
afroasian
(Northern VA)
answer 2
The product will not relax very curly hair but will help control frizz
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
areme
(Atlanta ga)
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Single use?
Does single use mean you get results after one use or does it mean that the product as ordered is one treatment?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
jkfjd1975
(Akron, OH)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
results after one use, as it's a treatment you're supposed to use at most once in 9-12 weeks
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
jen0r8
(Seattle, WA)
answer 2
Both,one treatment and results after first use
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
areme
(Atlanta ga)
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completely straightens it?
i have really curly hair thats fine but theres a lot of it. i do like my curls a lot, but i also really like how my hair looks when it is straight, and straightening it every day (which i dont do) is so damaging and takes too much time (which i dont have a lot of as a college student). will this treatment completely straighten my hair or will i still have the option to wear my hair curly?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
nycgirl2220
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
I had this very treatment applied at a salon due to a dislocated shoulder and my once wavy, shiny hair is super kinky, broken, and dull. I cannot wear it naturally dried anymore and have to pay someone to dry every few days or it looks TERRIBLE if I let it dry naturally. I trusted B & B product prior to this. The company said they had no clue how to get this out of my hair. Stick with a straightening product or use a keratin treatment!
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
danaannh
(texas)
answer 2
It will lightly relax and help w frizz only
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
areme
(Atlanta ga)
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Safe to use after professional Keratin straighting or Coppola??
I have a Coppola, a professional Keratin straightener. Can I use it at home on myself?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
lovenglish9
(St. Louis, MO)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
Keratin is so much better. This is probably the worst product I have ever used on my hair. It made it kinky, dull, orange, and broken off! Stick with Keratin.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
danaannh
(texas)
answer 2
I did and it seemed to work fine.
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
surlycurlygirl
(San Diego, CA)
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nursing
Is it recommended to use this product when nursing?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
nandfsmom
(Oakland, CA)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
No---the smell alone will give you morning sickness!!!
answered 1 year, 1 month ago
polocody
(miami,florida)
answer 2
If you are nursing, we ask that you please consult with your physician before considering new products. If you need more information regarding ingredients or use, please call us at 1-877-SEPHORA to speak with a Beauty Advisor. Thanks!
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answered 1 year, 4 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
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Can you use this product with rollers then dry under a hooded dryer?
I don't want my hair quite a straight as shown on the video so could I use rollers then dry under a hood dryer?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
puurpledinny
(Torrance, CA)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
This product doesn't get rid of the curl, so flat-ironing it during the treatment doesn't result in pin-straight hair. I'm 3b, and I did it according to the directions, with awesome results! After I washed my hair (24 hours post flat-ironing) and let it air-dry, it turned out slightly less curly than normal, and a lot less frizzy. Great stuff!
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
hilaryc2
(Chicago, IL)
answer 2
You can use a hooded dryer, just be sure not to exceed the recommended blow drying time :).
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answered 1 year, 4 months ago
janinebt
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Single use?
Does single use mean that the contents of the bottle are good for only one use or does it mean that the product will work after one use (and there is more than one treatment per bottle)?
asked 1 year, 4 months ago
wmasslady
(Western Mass)
on Concen-straight Smoothing Treatment
2 answers
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answer 1
It means the bottle contains ONE treatment that will last for 30 shampoos. You use the whole bottle when you do the treatment but the change to your hair will last 30 shampoos.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
nbriggs
(sacramento, ca)
answer 2
I wondered the same thing. I thought the instructions meant that you use it once and discard the rest. I have medium length hair and there was more than enough product for a second application. So the price is pretty good actually!
answered 1 year, 4 months ago
bmpz
(Washington, DC)
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