At Nexxus, we understand that the hair structure consists of up to 90%protein, so we believe helping hair return to its optimal state means treatingit with protein at high levels. Nexxus scientists set out to find inspirationfrom precious ingredients that could help seal severely damaged hair using aleading edge approach to protein research called Proteomics. The NexxusKeraphix Healing System for Severely Damaged Hair, with Keratin Protein andBlack Rice, heals visible signs of severe hair damage. Rice has long been astoried secret of strong heathy hair for women of the Huangluo village inChina, where fermented rice water has unlocked the key to growing long,luxurious hair. Women of the village go to great lengths to preserve theirhair by washing it in fermented rice water and often undergo just one haircuttheir entire lifetime. Extensive testing showed that Glutamic Acid is a keyamino acid lost in hair when it is exposed to severe damage. After findingthat Black Rice was among the richest sources of Glutamic Acid in nature,Nexxus combined this ingredient with Keratin Protein and other essentialnutrients to create a new hair healing ritual for clinically proven healthy-looking hair with just one use. Salon-crafted with our exclusive PROTEINFUSIONblend with Keratin Protein and Black Rice, Keraphix Conditioner acts as thesecond step of the treatment process, healing signs of damage while bringingstrength with weightless effect. Step 1: Apply Keraphix Shampoo for SeverelyDamaged Hair to wet hair and experience the rich foamy lather. Rinsethoroughly. Step 2: Follow with Keraphix Conditioner for Severely Damaged Hairor Keraphix Masque for Severely Damaged Hair to help heal signs of damage.Step 3: Once a week, follow with the Keraphix Reconstructing Treatment for acomplete hair treatment for healthy-looking, soft and smooth hair.