Overall, however, King says, “This does seem like a reasonable system” for product development.

The folks at Matrix went through tests on hair swatches to verify the formulations were addressing hair needs accordingly.

Oh, and the products the stylist suggests will actuallyworkfor you.

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Matrix’s newly-formulated products and educational system are rolling out as you read this.

Diversity in hair-care is a lot more than just putting someone with punch in 4 hair in a campaign.

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