Need a detox from build-up? Introducing Lakmé TEKNIA Metal Remover
Just like skin, our hair is exposed to a large number of elements from environmental pollution, hard water, styling products and so much more on a daily basis. Over time, this build-up collects on the hair fibre, leaving it looking dull, feeling dry, and less responsive to colour and care.
Introducing Lakmé TEKNIA’s Metal Remover range, a professional detox system developed to deeply cleanse, rebalance, and prevent hair from future damage.
What Is Build-Up and Why Does It Matter?
Build-up in hair is more than just residue leftover from old hairspray or dry shampoo. It’s the accumulation of substances like hard water and discrete forms of pollution (on top of styling products) that gradually coat the hair and scalp. Over time, layers of build-up can compromise the condition and appearance of hair. In most cases, clients will also notice their hair doesn’t respond to their usual hair care and styling products like it used to, and in the salon, build-up can interfere with colour services as it can interfere with the absorption of dye, leading to uneven tones and reducing the effectiveness of chemical treatments.
How Everyday Activities Cause Build-Up in Hair
Showering with hard or unfiltered water: Most domestic household water supplies contain minerals like copper, calcium and magnesium (copper from houses with older plumbing).
Swimming in pools or oceans: Pool water contains chlorine and metals like copper or iron, which can strip the hair’s natural oils and fade colour.
Exposure to pollution: Dust, city smog and microscopic pollutants from cars cling to hair, leaving it prone to greasiness.
Frequent use of dry shampoo or styling products: Products like dry shampoo, hairspray and styling products can leave a layer of residue if not thoroughly washed out.
Five products, proven results
Formulated with the needs of salon services in mind, Lakmé TEKNIA’s Metal Remover range is more than just a detox. It’s a hair care system that works both in the salon and at home. Using innovative pro-detox technology, this targeted routine works to gently lift away build-up while actively rehydrating hair and reinforcing it from root to tip. Each product in the range has been carefully developed with high-performance ingredients that not only remove what the hair doesn’t need, but help protect it from future exposure or damage.
Lakmé TEKNIA’s Metal Remover range delivers visible, measurable results from the very first use:
82% copper removal* prevents colour distortion and dullness caused by deposits commonly found in hard water.
75% calcium removal* eliminates calcium build-up that can leave hair feeling brittle and rough.
91% improved hydration** aims to replenish lost moisture and enhance softness (even after just one use of the Hydra-Mask).
83% less breakage after thermal styling*** when used with the Protector Mist.
*Test results based on: Pre-Shampoo + Hydra-Shampoo **Hydra-Mask ***Protector Mist + flat iron
The Lakmé TEKNIA Metal Remover System
Five products that detoxify, cleanse, hydrate and protect hair. Used together, they deliver a professional result in salon, and at home.
A weekly pre-wash spray that removes metals and minerals from the hair before shampooing.
Why your clients will love it: It kickstarts the detox process and instantly makes their hair feel fresher, lighter and more responsive. Perfect before a colour appointment or after time in the pool or city.
Powered by: Natural Chelating Complex - a blend of lemon, cucumber and apple extracts that lift copper, calcium and other heavy metals from the hair fibre.
Gentle detox shampoo that eliminates hard water residue and build-up without stripping the hair.
Powered by: Fruit AHAs - naturally occurring acids from grape, lemon and apple that remove calcium and other mineral build-up while smoothing the hair fibre.
Why your clients will love it: Hair is softly cleansed and rehydrated, leaving it feeling softer, looking shinier and easier to manage.
Lightweight, moisturising conditioner that continues the detoxifying process, detangles and seals in hydration.
Powered by: Fruit Pectin Infusion - a blend of natural polysaccharides from apple, lemon and grape that help retain water and restore natural shine.
Why your clients will love it: Leaves the hair felling silky and tangle-free while continuing to remove any leftover minerals or metals.
Once-a-week treatment mask that delivers deep hydration and repair.
Powered by: Hydra Balance Technology - a moisture-rich trio of glycerin, urea and trehalose that rebalances hydration and seals the cuticle.
Why your clients will love it: It brings dry or damaged hair back to life with visible softness and shine in just one minute. A salon treatment they can also add to their hair care routine at home.
A multi-tasking leave-in mist that protects hair from heat, pollution and daily build-up.
Powered by: Hyaluronic Acid Fusion - provides lightweight hydration, defends against pollution, and helps reduce static and frizz.
Why your clients will love it: A great daily leave-in mist that protects from heat up to 230°C, and helps prevent future build-up. Hair feels smoother, stronger and easier to style every day.
Step-by-Step: When and how to use the Metal Remover Range
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Product |
Usage |
In-Salon / Take Home |
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Step 1: Pre-Shampoo Detox Spray |
Use weekly on dry hair before shampooing. Ideal before colour services or after exposure to hard water or pollution |
Both. Use as a pre-colour detox in salon and weekly use at home. |
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Step 2: Hydra-Shampoo |
Use 2–3 times per week at home or as part of an in-salon detox service |
Both. Ideal take-home product to add to your client’s routine. |
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Step 3: Hydra-Conditioner |
Use after shampoo to restore moisture and manageability |
Both. Ideal take-home product to add to your client’s routine. |
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Step 4: Hydra-Mask |
Use 1–2 times per week after shampooing. Ideal for dry or porous hair |
Both. Use in-salon for intensive hydration or weekly use at home. |
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Step 5: Protector Mist |
Use daily or as needed before heat styling or outdoor exposure |
To take home. Must-have for daily protection. |
Range Cheat Sheet: Common Questions Answered
What is the Metal Remover System designed for? The Metal Remover System is formulated to detox the hair and scalp from build-up caused by metals, minerals, pollution and product residue. It’s ideal for preparing the hair for colour, treatments and to restore softness and hydration.
Who should use the Metal Remover System? Anyone experiencing dullness, dryness, colour fading or product build-up. It’s particularly beneficial for people who live in hard water areas or clients who regularly use styling products.
Can clients use the full system every day? Not all of the products are for daily usage. Clients can use the Pre-Shampoo and Hydra-Mask weekly, Hydra-Shampoo 2–3 times a week, and the Protector Mist daily.
Should clients use the system before a colour service? Yes. Using the Pre-Shampoo and Hydra-Shampoo before colour services helps to improve colour absorption and prevents uneven colour results caused by mineral build-up.
Is it safe for colour-treated hair? Yes. It helps protect hair colour by removing metals and minerals that can cause fading.
Will it dry out my client’s hair? No. The range is designed to rehydrate the hair. Clinical testing shows up to 91% improved hydration after one use when using The Hydra Mask.
Can I use the Protector Mist on its own? Yes. It can be used daily for heat and pollution protection.
How quickly will I see client results? Most users notice visible improvements in softness, shine and manageability after just one use.
How should I introduce this system to my clients? Use it in-salon as a pre-colour detox or weekly treatment, then retail key products like Hydra-Shampoo, Hydra-Mask and Protector Mist to support results at home.
Modern Salon Needs Meet Conscious Haircare
Known globally for their salon-grade formulations with a conscious beauty philosophy, Lakmé continues to deliver professional hair care systems that elevate salon experiences and client results without compromising on their values. The addition of the Metal Remover system is perfect for salons and clients seeking a preventative and protective hair care solution that delivers visible results.
To learn more about the range, or become a stockist, head to the full collection here and discover the cleanest way to reset, detox and protect your clients’ hair.
