Brazilicious Honey Therapy Anti-Residue Shampoo Step 1

Brazilicious Honey Therapy Anti-Residue Shampoo - Step 1 - 1000ml

Brazilicious Honey Therapy Anti-Residue Shampoo Step 1 is the cuticle-opening prep that sets the stage for the full Honey Therapy keratin treatment. This 1-litre professional anti-residue shampoo lifts daily buildup, oils, and styling residue from the hair fiber, so the Step 2 keratin formula can deposit evenly along the shaft. Built for salon use, it is the dedicated foundation of the three-step Brazilicious Honey Therapy system.

At a glance

For: salon professionals running Brazilicious Honey Therapy
Function: opens the cuticle, removes buildup before Step 2
Use: 2 to 3 wash cycles, leave 10 minutes, rinse
Pairs with: Honey Therapy Step 2 and Step 3 in the same line
Size: 1000 ml, professional salon stock

How it works

A keratin treatment only delivers as well as its prep. Hair arrives at the chair carrying daily residue -- silicone from styling products, sebum, mineral deposits from hard water, and the buildup any active home routine leaves behind. Brazilicious Honey Therapy Step 1 lifts that residue with a deep-cleansing surfactant base while raising the cuticle scale. With an open cuticle, the Step 2 keratin formula can deposit evenly along the hair shaft, and the Step 3 mask then re-seals the result. Skip Step 1, or substitute an unrelated clarifier, and the whole system works harder for less return.

Hero ingredients

Honey Extract (Mel Extract) -- the line-defining ingredient; soothing on the scalp during a multi-wash protocol
Keratin -- line-thematic; primes the prep step and connects with the Step 2 deposit
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) -- calming; helps the scalp stay comfortable across repeated washes
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) -- balancing; supports scalp comfort
Allantoin -- a long-trusted scalp soother

What it delivers

Hair fiber cleared of buildup, residue, and silicone, ready for the Step 2 keratin
An open cuticle scale that lets the keratin formula penetrate evenly along the shaft
A defined salon-protocol prep -- not a high-street clarifier
A 1-litre stock size matched to professional treatment volume across multiple appointments

Who it is for

Salon professionals running Brazilicious Honey Therapy keratin treatments on European, North African, and Afro-textured hair. Salons stocking the 1-litre professional size for repeat client appointments. Stylists who pair the system-matched Step 1 with Step 2 and Step 3 rather than substituting an unrelated clarifier. Hair professionals trained in Brazilian smoothing protocol who want the full system to perform predictably from prep through finish.

Who it is not for

Daily home-shampoo seekers -- this is a salon-protocol prep, not a regular wash
Non-professionals applying without ventilation, gloves, and proper protocol training
Clients who are pregnant or breastfeeding
Clients with broken or irritated scalp at the time of treatment
Buyers seeking a sulfate-free shampoo
Buyers seeking a paraben-free shampoo
Always patch-test on a small area before salon use

How to use

Wash the hair fully with running water
Apply Brazilicious Honey Therapy Step 1 to wet hair
Massage through length and scalp until you have a full, even lather
Leave the shampoo to act for 10 minutes
Rinse thoroughly with running water
Repeat the process once or twice depending on hair density and residue level (2 to 3 cycles total)
Towel-dry the hair and proceed to Step 2 -- do not apply conditioner between the steps
For exclusive professional use

Pro tips

Two to three wash cycles is the standard protocol. Adjust based on hair density and the amount of styling residue you find on the strand
Wear gloves throughout the process, as the label recommends
Skip the conditioner between Step 1 and Step 2. The cuticle must stay open for the Step 2 keratin to deposit
Work in a well-ventilated area through the full system

Compatibility

Within the line: Step 2 -- Brazilicious Honey Therapy Keratin Treatment Step 2 1000ml; Step 3 -- Brazilicious Honey Therapy Mask Step 3 1000ml
Sold as a complete system: Brazilicious Honey Therapy Keratin Treatment Kit 3x1000ml
Home-care kit after the treatment: Brazilicious Honey Therapy Keratin 3x100ml + Homecare Set
Cross-line use: the cuticle-opening function pairs with other Brazilicious smoothing lines (Honey Biotox, Tanino Therapy, Australian Mango Therapy)
Not suitable as: a daily home shampoo, a colour-protect shampoo, or a stand-alone product outside the Step 2 plus Step 3 protocol

Storage and specs

Volume: 1000 ml / 33.8 fl oz
Made in Brazil for the EU market
EU Responsible Person: Sabelle Cosmetics, Belgium
Shelf life from manufacture: 36 months
Period after opening: 12 months
For all hair types
Store in a dry place, away from direct light and heat
Keep out of the reach of children

Build the full system

Step 1 prepares the canvas. Step 2 places the keratin. Step 3 seals the result. The complete Honey Therapy system works as designed when each step is in place.

Frequently asked questions

How many times do I wash with Step 1?

The standard salon protocol is 2 to 3 wash cycles. Apply the shampoo to wet hair, massage through length and scalp, leave for 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Repeat the process based on hair density and residue level. Hair with heavy styling buildup or mineral deposits from hard water typically takes 3 cycles; medium-density hair with minimal product use is usually well prepared after 2.

Do I need conditioner after Step 1?

No. The whole point of Step 1 is to open the cuticle so the Step 2 keratin can deposit evenly. A conditioner closes the cuticle and leaves a residue that blocks the keratin from anchoring. Towel-dry the hair after the final rinse, then move directly to the Step 2 application -- no conditioner between the steps.

Can I use a regular clarifying shampoo instead of Brazilicious Step 1?

A generic clarifier removes buildup, but the Brazilicious Honey Therapy system is calibrated around its own Step 1. The pH, the surfactant strength, and the way the cuticle opens are tuned to match the Step 2 keratin in the same line. Substituting an unrelated clarifier risks weak Step 2 deposit, uneven smoothing, or a result that fades faster than the system supports.

How does Step 1 fit with Step 2 and Step 3?

Step 1 is the prep, Step 2 is the smoothing keratin formula, and Step 3 is the finishing mask that re-seals the cuticle. The three steps form a single salon protocol. Step 1 opens the cuticle so Step 2 can deposit; Step 3 then closes the cuticle and finishes the treatment. The full system is also sold as the Brazilicious Honey Therapy Keratin Treatment Kit 3x1000ml.

How long does a 1-litre bottle last in salon stock?

Once opened, the shampoo is best used within 12 months (the PAO marker on the back of the bottle). Unopened, the shelf life is 36 months from manufacture, with the manufacturing date stamped on the back. The 1-litre size is the standard professional volume for repeat treatments and supports an estimated 10 to 15 client applications, depending on hair length, density, and the wash-cycle count needed per client.

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