Why use both Thioglycolate and Cysteamine? - 24 Oct 2026

This is probably the most important question surrounding Brik & Pearl.

Traditionally, lash lift systems rely on a single reducing agent. Brik & Pearl instead combines two different reducing pathways.

Ammonium Thioglycolate provides highly effective bond reduction and reshaping.

Cysteamine HCl works alongside it to support a more controlled modification of the disulfide bonds.

Rather than relying on a single chemical pathway for bond modification, the chemistry is layered.

This allows the technician greater flexibility while helping support the structural integrity of the hair throughout processing.