User Guide History, Patent & Diversion
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USER GUIDE HISTORY, PATENT & DIVERSION DESIGNED BY PROFESSIONALS FOR PROFESSIONALS Klix was invented by two Michigan hair stylists who jointly had been doing hair extensions for more than thirty years. Having tried most if not all of the methods on the market they were dissatisfied with the options that they could offer their clients. They had invested thousands of dollars and countless hours taking classes and buying equipment and realized that it was time to try a new approach. Their goal was to develop extensions that were fast and easy to apply, were non-damaging, easy to wear and moveable. After many trials they finally found the winning combination and in 2006 Klix was born! PATENT In 2010, the U.S. Government Patent Office officially recognized the distinct ingenuity and originality of Klix and awarded us with patent number U.S. 7,753,057 B2 and in 2012 with patent number 8,336,559. It is very difficult in this day and age to be awarded a patent. Doug Lalone, Registered Patent Attorney, of Rader, Fishman, & Grauer, PLLC, summed it up as follows, “After several years of navigating the U.S. Patent system, Klix successfully secured a patent on its revolutionary system of applying hair extensions. We are happy to see such innovative technology be awarded its own patent which in this business environment is a major accomplishment.” What is the significance of a patent? The term patent usually refers to a right granted to the patent owner or inventor of any new and useful process, machine, or any new and useful improvement thereof. In the event that the patent is infringed upon typically the patent owner will seek monetary compensation and will seek an injunction in the courts prohibiting the infringer from engaging in future acts of infringement. DIVERSION In order to protect it’s brand image, Klix certified stylists, and the consuming public, Klix Hair, Inc., only sells it’s patent-protected products to Klix certified stylists (other than it’s educational products). All products that you purchase or receive from Klix Hair, Inc., are only for your use in your capacity as a klixTENSIONIST and may not be resold, gifted or transferred to any stylist, person or entity not certified by Klix Hair, Inc., without prior written consent from the Company. Page 1 PRODUCT SUMMARY z HEALTHIER, FASTER, AFFORDABLE The Klix patented system dramatically reduces application time allowing the stylist to apply a full head of extensions in sixty minutes or less! This unique application process is simple, fast, and easy for both the experienced stylist and first time user. Klix application requires no heat, no glue, no tape, and if properly applied causes no breakage. Commitment free, Klix is a movable hair extension system that is sold to and applied only by professionals. Touch-ups are recommended every 4-6 weeks and can be completed in thirty minutes or less. Klix are much healthier and safer than individual link or fusion methods as the weight of the wefts and hair are distributed horizontally across the head. Individual methods, which only attach to a small amount of the clients own hair, do not distribute the weight horizontally but vertically. This vertical attachment method puts excessive strain on the hair follicle and often results in the clients’ own hair being pulled out at the root which may cause bald spots. When Klix are properly applied, bald spots seldom occur. Klix are handmade of AAA quality, 100% virgin Remy human hair. The root of each strand is individually hand threaded and knotted onto a nylon mesh fabric maintaining the hair’s natural cuticle direction. This allows Klix to remain tangle free while looking undeniably natural and shiny. After the hair has been hand tied to the nylon mesh, liquid polyurethane is applied to each side of the mesh to a) create the appearance of human skin, and b) to cover the knots and create a cushion between the micro link and the scalp. The end result product is frequently referred to as a skin weft, or skin-like weft. Silicone lined aluminum micro links are then hand sewn to the weft every three/fourths of an inch. The silicone lining protects the clients hair from the metal of the link and the skin-like weft blends seamlessly with their scalp. The removal is safe, fast, easy and painless, and leaves the client’s hair in its original condition. Klix can also be used with ease to achieve temporary styles for fashion shows, photo shoots, weddings or other special occasions. Klix come in a range of colors including duo and trio-colored mixes within one package. The multi-color packages reveal either a subtle hint of stunning hues or a dramatic edgy effect. The advantage of our duo and trio-colors is in the cost effective packaging; the stylist can achieve a color variation all within one package. Our klixLIGHTS (ombres) offer you a darker root color and gradually get lighter towards the ends for cost effective, non-chemical highlights. KLIX THE COMPANY In addition to the innovative and proprietary hair extension products that they supply to the industry, the staff at Klix Hair, Inc., prides itself in the personal and friendly service that it provides its customers on a daily basis. The combination of a quality product, individual service, same day shipping, marketing support, etc., has made Klix a valued and dependable partner for hair stylists nationwide. Note: see following page for hair terms defined Page 2 z KLIX HAIR QUALITY Klix are handmade of AAA quality, 100% virgin Remy human hair. “Remy” or “Remi”, a superior method of collecting hair, is the term used to describe human hair that is cut from one person (as opposed to hair that is collected from hair brushes, beauty salon floors or other sources). This assures that the cuticles lie in the same direction as nature intended. Virgin Remy hair is strong and keeps its vitality, shine, and elasticity, and lasts longer than non-virgin and non-Remy hair. It is bound together before it is cut from the scalp and shipped to the factory. At the factory it is sewn together so that the hair remains root to end through the entire coloring process. Remy hair also remains tangle free when properly cared for. AAA is the highest grade of hair available. It is always virgin and is of superior quality. It is often collected from young girls and teenagers and is particularly fine, healthy and soft. Virgin refers to hair that has never been previously colored nor chemically treated. Klix hair quality is superior to other brands because we remove a very low percentage of the cuticles during processing. The cuticles removed are normally weak and would contribute to tangling. Removing them also allows the dye color to be better absorbed by the hair. It’s very common in the industry that with both low quality Remy (for example, hair that has been previously chemically processed) and non- Remy hair that the cuticles are completely stripped using a long acid bath. Although this does minimize the problem of excessive tangling, the acid bath process is very harsh and damaging, and results in hair that is weak, dries out and loses its’ natural look very quickly. The end result is hair that in a matter of 4-8 weeks looks like straw and you are likely to have a very unhappy client! Unfortunately non-virgin and low quality hair that was collected from the head of one person is still considered Remy by the industry. Even though the cuticles “run the same way,” due to the poor quality of the hair the cuticles are removed. Don’t be fooled! If the package doesn’t indicate that it is “Virgin” or “Cuticle On”, the hair should generally be considered of lesser quality than the quality of Klix hair! Here is an example of how Remy hair is bound and arrives in the factory before processing. It is kept together root to end throughout the entire manufacturing process. Page 3 PRODUCT OFFERING z & COSTS klixTENSIONS 18” ........................................................................................................... * For a full head application of volume and length, klixTENSIONS 18”, our most popular product is packaged as follows; • Six 10” wide panels of 18” long AAA virgin human Remy hair, totaling 60” in width • Weighs 120 grams per package (approximately 4.25 ounces) or twenty grams per 10” panel • Is normally enough to accommodate 80-90% of all short to long applications • Includes 12 extra links halfPAX 18” ....................................................................................................................... * Fifteen percent thicker than our 20 gram panels, halfPAX are ideal for achieving fullness and body and are ideal for clients that either don’t need or want a full head of extensions. They are also ideal for clients with extremely thick hair. • One package contains three 10” wide panels of 18” long AAA virgin human Remy hair • Weighs 69 grams per package or 23 grams per 10” wide panel • Includes 6 extra links klixPAX 18” ................................................................................... * klixPAX 18” are ideal for introducing Klix to new clients, practicing, sampling and partial applications. • One package contains three different colored panels of straight 18” long AAA virgin human Remy hair. • Each panel is 10” wide and weighs 20 grams • The three Klix colors included in the package are: #3 (Brown), #7 (Natural Blonde), and #9 (Blonde Duo) • Includes six extra links (two for each hair color) halfPAX 22” ................................................................................... * • One package contains three 10” wide panels of 22” long AAA virgin human Remy hair, totaling 30” in width. • Weighs 75 grams per package or 25 grams per 10” wide panel. • Includes 6 extra links Note: On all products, each 10” wide panel has fourteen links sewn to it.