Betty Dain Lustre Shampoo Cape No. 311
The Betty Dain Lustre Shampoo Cape (Style #311) is a specialized, lightweight waterproof cape designed specifically for shampoo bowls, rinsing stations, and wet styling services. It is engineered to provide a reliable, total moisture barrier while maintaining a sleek, professional appearance that resists looking clinical or industrial.
Waterproof Material & Performance
Iridescent Lustre Finish: Crafted from a specialized, lightweight vinyl that features a subtle iridescent sheen ("lustre"). This unique finish gives the cape a clean, modern aesthetic while allowing water and soapy residue to slide right off without leaving dull water spots.
100% Waterproof Shield: The non-porous vinyl fabric creates an absolute barrier against water, shampoos, deep conditioners, and glazes. It ensures that a client's collars, shoulders, and back remain completely dry during leaning adjustments at the shampoo bowl.
Supple & Lightweight Feel: Unlike traditional heavy-duty or rigid plastic capes that can crack, feel stiff, or trap intense body heat, the #311 material is uniquely soft and flexible, contouring comfortably over the client's shoulders.
Sizing & Fit
Targeted Wet-Station Dimensions: It measures 36" W x 54" L. This mid-sized blueprint is intentionally optimized for the shampoo chair—it provides ample coverage across the lap and shoulders to catch overspray, but it is short enough to avoid bunching up, dragging on the floor, or getting caught in the mechanics of the chair or bowl.
Adjustable Snap Closure: Features a durable multi-snap neck closure. The spacing allows you to cinch the collar snugly against a wide range of neck sizes to prevent water from trickling down the back of the neck, while remaining comfortable for the client.
Care & Station Maintenance
Because it is a specialized vinyl drape, fabric laundering is not required, making station turnovers fast and efficient:
Cleaning: Do not machine wash or machine dry. Between clients, simply wipe down the surface with a damp cloth, a sanitizing wipe, or spray it with a standard salon disinfectant like Barbicide.
Drying: Hang it by the collar or drape it flat. The waterproof surface sheds moisture instantly and air-dries in minutes.
Chemical Guidelines: While excellent for shampoos and rinses, treat it as a wet-service cape. Avoid direct exposure to heavy bleaching agents or intense color formulas to preserve the glossy lustre finish over long-term use.
