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SEE/SAW Shampoo Types | The Differences Between B, S and T and How to Choose

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SEE/SAW Shampoo Types | The Differences Between B, S and T and How to Choose

SEE/SAW is a hair care series from Lebel. The shampoo and treatment each come in 3 types: B, S and T. The difference is how stiff or soft the hair is. The scent is shared by all 3 types and is described as a clear fragrance combining about 60 scent ingredients.

How to choose B, S or T

For stiff hair that spreads, T (Tight); for soft hair that tangles easily, S (Smooth); if neither applies or you want to even out the whole head, B (Balance).

B, S and T compared

Type Hair the maker lists Finish Shampoo Treatment
T (Tight) Stiff hair that spreads Settles from the roots, smooth to the ends 250ml ¥3,850 200ml ¥3,850
S (Smooth) Soft hair that tangles easily Airy at the roots, smooth to the ends 250ml ¥3,850 200ml ¥3,850 / 500ml ¥6,600 / 800ml (refill) ¥9,020
B (Balance) (No specific hair type listed) Smooth and supple from roots to ends 250ml ¥3,850 / 800ml (refill) ¥7,150 200ml ¥3,850 / 500ml ¥6,600 / 800ml (refill) ¥9,020

How to tell how stiff your hair is

Pinch a single dry hair and run it between your fingers: if it has resilience and tries to spring back, it is on the stiff side; if it bends right away, it is on the soft side. People whose surface spreads after blow-drying tend to fit T, and people whose roots go flat and ends tangle tend to fit S. If only the ends are in a different condition due to coloring or perms, choosing by the condition at the roots makes mistakes less likely.

How the shampoo feels

As the name "Hair & Scalp Shampoo" suggests, the shampoo washes both hair and scalp. The maker explains that it washes with a creamy lather while preventing friction between hairs.

Clear Oil and Clear Milk for finishing

Product Maker's description Price
Clear Oil Flat For beautifully sleek styles. Shine that softly smooths the surface 80ml ¥4,180
Clear Oil Sharp For styles with beautiful movement. Shine that softly shows dimension 80ml ¥4,180
Clear Milk Natural For fresh styles. Shine that softly tidies even high-tone hair 80ml ¥4,180

Whereas B, S and T are chosen by hair type, these are chosen by the style you want. As a guide, Flat if you wear your hair straight down, Sharp for curls or cuts with movement, and Natural for bleached or high-tone hair.

FAQ

Are there refills?

The maker has 800mL refills. We carry refills of Shampoo B and Treatments B and S.

Where can I buy it?

SEE/SAW is a salon-exclusive product. We are an online store run by hair salons (REMENTE and RETRÉ), and you can buy it from SEE/SAW.

Is there a trial size?

The maker has a 10mL shampoo and treatment pair sachet (we do not carry it).

Source (Lebel official site): SEE/SAW series, Shampoo T, Shampoo S, Shampoo B, Treatment T, Treatment S, Treatment B, Clear Oil Flat, Clear Oil Sharp, Clear Milk Natural

*Results vary from person to person. If a product does not agree with your scalp or skin, stop using it and consult a dermatologist. Prices include tax and are as of the time of posting.

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