nc Petra
NC Petra is a Korean professional haircare brand offering a specialist product range across multiple hair concerns. The 11+ SKUs on Skinsli include the Tender Shampoo and Conditioner in 1500ml salon-size formats, an Ice Spa cooling shampoo (100ml trial and 1500ml), the Antielow Silver Shampoo (500ml) for brass toning on blonde or grey hair, the Enrich Curl Cream (150g), the Damage Driving Concentrate Oil (120ml) for severe damage, a Tea Tree Sparkling Scalp Booster (300ml), and the Premium Tea Tree LPP (Lipid Protein Peptide) Treatment in 250ml and 1000ml sizes. Products are available in both consumer and professional supply volumes.
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Buying guide
NC Petra Professional Haircare: A Buying Guide
NC Petra is a Korean professional haircare brand whose range covers six distinct hair and scalp concerns: general moisturising maintenance, cooling scalp treatment, brassiness control for blonde and grey hair, curl definition, severe damage repair, and scalp health. The 11+ products on Skinsli span consumer and salon-supply sizes. This guide covers each product line, what it targets, and how to fit it into a consistent hair routine.
What NC Petra makes and how the product range is structured
NC Petra positions itself as a professional salon brand whose products are also accessible for at-home use. The 1500ml formats of the Tender Shampoo and Conditioner and the Ice Spa Cool Shampoo are professional supply volumes that at-home buyers purchase for their economy and reduced reorder frequency. The 100ml Ice Spa Shampoo and 250ml LPP Treatment are consumer trial or regular sizes that allow buyers to confirm product compatibility before investing in a professional-format volume. The specialised products - Antielow Silver Shampoo, Enrich Curl Cream, Tea Tree Sparkling Scalp Booster, and Damage Driving Concentrate Oil - are available in single consumer sizes suited to targeted use rather than daily volume washing.
Tender Shampoo 1500ml and Tender Conditioner 1500ml: everyday moisturising foundation
The Tender Shampoo and Tender Conditioner are NC Petra's everyday moisturising pair - the baseline maintenance products in the range. The shampoo uses a mild surfactant system suitable for daily use without stripping, and the conditioner provides the emollient and protein coat that reduces friction between hair strands during detangling and heat styling. At 1500ml each, this pairing is a full household or salon supply. A single person using one pump of shampoo and one pump of conditioner per wash session uses roughly 8-10ml per step per session - meaning 1500ml provides 150-187 wash sessions, or about five to six months at daily washing.
The Tender line suits normal to dry hair types as a daily system. It is not a specialist line for any particular hair concern; instead it provides the moisturised baseline that makes the more targeted NC Petra products (the curl cream, silver shampoo, damage oil) more effective when layered on top of consistently conditioned hair.
Ice Spa Cool Shampoo 1500ml and Ice Spa Shampoo 100ml: cooling scalp care at scale
The Ice Spa range is NC Petra's cooling scalp line, using menthol or similar coolant actives to provide an immediate cooling sensation at the scalp while the shampoo cleanses. Cooling shampoos serve two functions: they reduce the perception of scalp heat and itch (relevant for oily scalps that tend toward inflammation, or for use in hot climates where scalp discomfort during washing is common), and the mild tingly sensation during application motivates longer massage time, which improves formula-to-scalp contact and increases blood circulation more than a quick rinse-off wash. The 100ml trial size is the correct entry point for anyone who has not used menthol-based shampoo before - some scalps find the cooling sensation mild and pleasant, others find it intense. The 1500ml is the full supply size once you have confirmed you like the formula.
Antielow Silver Shampoo 500ml: brass and yellow toning for blonde and grey hair
The Antielow Silver Shampoo (the name combining "anti-yellow" and silver pigment) is a purple or blue-toned shampoo for colour-treated blonde hair, grey hair, or naturally silver hair. Bleached and lightened hair develops warm yellow or orange tones as the underlying warm pigment is exposed during the lightening process; grey hair similarly can look yellow due to mineral deposit staining and oxidation. Purple-pigment shampoos work by depositing trace amounts of violet toner on the hair shaft with each wash, which cancels the yellow tones through colour-wheel complementary cancellation. The silver naming also appeals to grey and silver hair users who want cool, bright grey rather than yellow-tinged grey. At 500ml the Antielow provides roughly 50-100 wash sessions for a typical blonde use at one to two pumps per session.
Silver shampoos should not be used at every wash - purple pigment accumulates on the hair shaft and can leave a visible purple tint on very light blonde or grey hair if used too frequently. One to two sessions per week alongside regular shampoo (such as the Tender Shampoo) on other days is the standard usage protocol for brassiness management.
Enrich Curl Cream 150g: curl and wave definition for Korean haircare
The Enrich Curl Cream (150g) is a leave-in styling product for defining natural curls and waves without a stiff hold. Curl creams in this category use emollient oils and lightweight polymers to coat the hair shaft, reduce frizz, and support the hair's natural curl pattern as it dries. Korean curl creams tend to prioritise softness and movement over definition strength - the curl is visible but feels natural and bouncy rather than rigid. Apply to towel-damp hair, section by section, working through from mid-length to ends. The cream format suits wavy to moderately curly hair (type 2 to 3a). For tighter curl patterns, a dedicated curl custard or gel may provide better definition.
Damage Driving Concentrate Oil 120ml: intensive repair for severely damaged hair
The Damage Driving Concentrate Oil (120ml) is NC Petra's most intensive single-product treatment, designed for severely damaged hair - bleached, permed, heat-styled hair with significant porosity and protein loss. Concentrate oils for damaged hair combine penetrating oils (typically with a high oleic acid content for cortex access) with protein fragments or peptides that partially fill the structural gaps in bleached or over-processed hair. The word "driving" in the name implies active penetration rather than surface coating - the formula is engineered to reach deeper into the hair shaft than a standard conditioning oil. Apply to towel-damp hair before heat styling or as a pre-shampoo treatment left on for 10-20 minutes before washing. At 120ml it is sized for targeted intensive use rather than broad daily application.
Premium Tea Tree LPP Treatment 250ml and 1000ml: the brand's key repair formula
LPP stands for Lipid Protein Peptide - the three structural components that constitute the hair shaft's composition. An LPP treatment restores all three simultaneously: lipids fill cuticle gaps that cause dryness and roughness; proteins (typically hydrolysed keratin) rebuild the cortex structure; peptides stimulate the hair cuticle's own repair mechanisms and provide anti-aging action at the follicle level. Tea tree oil adds antimicrobial action at the scalp level, making the treatment doubly useful for scalp health and hair structural repair. The 250ml consumer size provides monthly treatment at weekly use; the 1000ml professional size is the supply for regular weekly or bi-weekly application over six to twelve months. The Premium LPP is NC Petra's highest-specification repair formula and is best used by hair that has undergone chemical processing and needs sustained structural rehabilitation.
Tea Tree Sparkling Scalp Booster 300ml: scalp health between washes
The Tea Tree Sparkling Scalp Booster is a leave-in scalp treatment applied between washes. "Sparkling" in Korean haircare naming typically refers to a carbonic acid component - micro-bubbling actives that increase local blood flow and deliver active ingredients more efficiently to the follicle. Tea tree oil at the scalp reduces Malassezia yeast activity (the primary cause of dandruff) and provides antimicrobial control of the bacteria associated with scalp inflammation. Applied to the scalp and massaged in without rinsing, the booster extends the anti-dandruff and circulation-stimulating effect beyond the wash session. At 300ml it is a mid-size scalp treatment suited to daily or alternate-day use for two to four months.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How often should I use the NC Petra Antielow Silver Shampoo 500ml to neutralise brassiness without turning hair purple?
One to two sessions per week is the standard protocol. On other wash days, use the Tender Shampoo or another neutral shampoo. The purple pigment in silver shampoos accumulates with each session - daily use on very light blonde or bright silver hair causes a visible violet tint within one to two weeks. Start with one session per week and assess after four washes. If brassiness is still noticeable, increase to twice a week. Leave the shampoo on for two to three minutes rather than rinsing immediately; the extended contact time improves toning without requiring more frequent use.
When should I buy the NC Petra Premium Tea Tree LPP Treatment 1000ml instead of the 250ml?
Buy the 1000ml when you have confirmed the treatment works for your hair (after using the 250ml for one to two months) and plan to continue using it consistently. At weekly 30-minute treatment sessions using approximately 30-50g per session, 250ml provides five to eight sessions (one to two months) and 1000ml provides 20 to 33 sessions (five to eight months). The 1000ml reduces per-gram cost significantly and eliminates mid-protocol restocking. If you are using the LPP as a regular weekly treatment for chemically processed hair, the 1000ml is the practical supply choice after the initial trial.
Is the NC Petra Ice Spa Cool Shampoo 1500ml specifically for oily scalp types?
The cooling formula works for all scalp types but is most popular with oily scalps. Oily scalps produce excess sebum that makes the scalp feel warm and uncomfortable, and the cooling sensation of menthol actives counteracts this directly - both physically (temperature reduction) and psychologically (sensation of freshness). Normal scalp types use the Ice Spa primarily for the pleasant cooling sensation during washing rather than for any therapeutic scalp-oil control effect. Dry or sensitive scalps should try the 100ml trial first, as high menthol concentrations can occasionally cause mild dryness or irritation on already-dry scalp skin.
Should the NC Petra Damage Driving Concentrate Oil 120ml be used before or after shampooing?
Use it before shampooing (pre-poo method) for maximum damage treatment benefit. Apply the concentrate oil to dry or damp hair, focus on mid-lengths and ends, and leave for 10-20 minutes under a shower cap to allow the penetrating oil and peptides to work into the cortex. Then shampoo normally to remove the excess oil while keeping the deeper-penetrated fraction in the hair. Using the oil on towel-damp hair after shampooing is also an option for a lighter daily treatment - but the pre-shampoo method delivers significantly better repair results for severely damaged hair because the extended dwell time is not interrupted by shampooing.
Does the NC Petra Enrich Curl Cream 150g work on wavy hair as well as curly hair?
Yes, the Enrich Curl Cream is well suited to wavy hair (type 2a-2c). Wavy hair benefits from curl-defining creams that reduce frizz and support the wave pattern without the stiff hold that curl gels produce. Apply to towel-damp hair in sections, using a scrunching motion to encourage the wave pattern, then allow to air-dry or diffuse on low heat. For looser, more defined waves, use a smaller amount; for more structured wave hold, a slightly larger portion. The cream format provides a softer finish than gel-based products, which makes it better for wavy hair where a natural appearance is the goal.
How often should I apply the Tea Tree Sparkling Scalp Booster 300ml between shampoo days?
Daily application on the scalp between wash sessions is typical for a leave-in scalp booster. Apply in the morning to a dry scalp, part the hair in sections, dispense directly onto the exposed scalp, and massage in. The product does not require rinsing. For dandruff management, daily use is the most effective frequency. For general scalp health maintenance without active dandruff, alternate-day use is sufficient and extends the 300ml supply to three to four months. Do not apply more than the scalp can absorb - excess product on the scalp surface can mix with sebum and create a sticky residue, particularly on oily scalp types.
Is a 1500ml NC Petra shampoo practical to use at home, or is it sized only for salons?
The 1500ml format is practical for home use for regular hair washers - it is simply a large-supply format that reduces how often you need to buy a new bottle. At daily washing, a single person finishes 1500ml in roughly five to six months. For a two-person household sharing the shampoo, it lasts two to three months. Most 1500ml professional shampoos come with or are compatible with a standard pump dispenser head, which makes daily dispensing easy. Purchase a pump head separately if the Tender Shampoo does not include one in the Skinsli package - the wide-mouth 1500ml bottle accepts most standard pump heads.
Is the NC Petra Premium Tea Tree LPP Treatment worth using on healthy, unprocessed hair?
The LPP treatment is most impactful on chemically processed or heat-damaged hair where structural lipid and protein loss is active. On healthy, unprocessed hair with an intact cuticle, the treatment provides general conditioning and scalp tea tree benefit but does not deliver as dramatic a result as on damaged hair - healthy hair simply has less structural gap for the LPP actives to fill. The Tender Conditioner 1500ml is a more efficient daily maintenance step for healthy hair. The LPP is a worthwhile investment for healthy hair as a monthly deep treatment rather than weekly use - one 30-minute session per month keeps naturally healthy hair in optimal condition without overcorrecting the hair's already-sufficient lipid levels.
Are NC Petra products on Skinsli official Korean imports or gray-market products?
NC Petra products on Skinsli are imported directly from Korean stock. They are the same formulas available through official NC Petra distribution in Korea, not gray-market or counterfeited items. Korean professional haircare brands have a consistent distribution chain for both salon and consumer supply; Skinsli sources from this chain. The 1500ml formats in particular are the same professional supply volumes stocked by Korean salons, reflecting genuine professional-grade product rather than a repackaged consumer variant.