It may not come as a surprise that at Walker Tape, we love our hair system tapes. But we have other products that we’ve put a lot of love and care into. Our prep products are a great example. Each one has been made with you and your clients in mind, to ensure that you’re able to provide the best service possible.
One of our more popular kinds of prep products are our scalp protectors. These are a great prep product to have on hand for any stylist. If you’re unfamiliar with scalp protectors, here is a quick overview of what they are and what they can do.
What Are Scalp Protectors?
To start, let’s explain what scalp protectors are. They are prep products that do what they say, they protect the scalp and help increase adhesive or tape hold times.
It’s not uncommon for adhesives to cause some irritation on some clients. While this irritation often isn’t terrible, it’s still not fun to have to deal with if it comes up. Scalp protectors are designed to protect the skin from irritation caused by the adhesive without disrupting its hold.
In fact, scalp protectors not only avoid loosening holds, but they are also designed to help increase the hold of an adhesive. This is why stylists will often use them on all of their clients, and not just the ones with sensitive skin.
Scalp protectors help increase the hold by protecting the adhesive from the wear and tear of daily life. This includes things like:
- Natural oil produced by the skin
- High humidity
- Sweat
Since scalp protectors are able to create a barrier between adhesive and the skin, the adhesive is less likely to be weakened by these factors.
Walker Tape Scalp Protectors
So, it’s not hard to see why so many stylists trust scalp protectors. Now you may be wondering what kind of options you have with these.
There are three main scalp protectors: Scalp Protector, Scalp Protector Thick, and Max Hold Sport. Each is good in its own way. So, let’s go over each of them and what they bring to the table.
Scalp Protector
This is our classic Scalp Protector. It creates a more basic layer of protection between the scalp and the adhesive. It is good for clients who:
- Live in humid areas
- Exercise regularly
- Have oily skin
Scalp Protector Thick
Scalp Protector Thick is pretty similar to Scalp Protector. The main difference is that it’s a lot stronger. The layer of protection is much thicker, making it a go-to option for client who:
- Have extra sensitive skin
- Find that regular Scalp Protector isn’t enough for them
- Need a stronger hold, without a stronger tape
Max Hold Sport
Finally, there is Max Hold Sport. This is our most popular scalp protector. It is even stronger than Scalp Protector Thick and starts working even faster. This is your best choice if you have clients who:
- Want to work out, swim, or just be active right away
- Sweat more than usual
- Live in extra humid or hot areas.
The hardest part of using scalp protectors is deciding which one you want to use. Each one has its own benefits. Certain ones may work better for certain clients.
To determine the right scalp protector for a particular client, you have to consider several factors about them. You have to ask yourself things like:
- How active are they?
- How sensitive is their skin?
- Is it humid where they live?
- Is their scalp oilier than others?
- Do they spend much time in saunas or pools?
Once you have these questions answered and have decided on a scalp protector, the rest is simple.
How to Use Scalp Protectors
To start, make sure that the area of application is completely clean and clear of any oils or substances that could affect the hold. This includes prepping the area where you’ll be placing the tape or liquid adhesive with 99% Alcohol.
Once the area is ready, apply your scalp protector of choice to the area. Be sure to avoid any areas that are irritated or any open wounds. Give the area time to dry before you place the system.
As soon as the scalp protector has dried, you can then place the system with the tape already positioned on it.
Bear in mind that with scalp protectors, the tape will grab on pretty quickly. So, if you’re worried about getting the system in the right spot, be sure to use Just-Rite Positioning Spray. It will temporarily suspend the tape’s hold so that you can get the system placed right where it needs to go, without affecting the overall wear time.
That’s all you need to do to use scalp protectors. Pretty simple, right?
Some people may not initially jump at the chance to use scalp protectors because they add another step in the install process. However, there is a lot to be said for using scalp protectors on all your clients, even the ones who don’t have sensitive skin.
Scalp protectors can help create a stronger, longer lasting hold. Plus, they can make wearing a system more comfortable. If you’re willing to take extra measures to ensure a long-lasting, comfortable hold for your clients, you’re following the Walker Way.
If you’re new to Walker Tape, the Walker Way is a philosophy and a series of steps to help you build a loyal clientele. It’s all about giving your clients the best experience and the best look you can. If your clients know that you are doing all you can to ensure that they feel as good as they look, they’ll keep coming back.
Using prep products, like scalp protectors, is one of the best ways to follow the Walker Way with your clients.
If you want to learn more about the Walker Way, check out our blog. You can also head over to our shop page to find our scalp protectors and other prep products. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Our customer service team will be happy to help you in any way that they can!
