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Haircare & Maintenance Tips

4 min read • Hair Style Guide

Great hair isn't just about the cut and color - it's about maintenance. These tips will help you keep your hair healthy, vibrant, and looking salon-fresh between appointments.

Daily Care

Don't over-wash

Washing every 2-3 days preserves natural oils

Use lukewarm water

Hot water strips moisture and causes frizz

Condition from mid-length down

Avoid roots to prevent greasy look

Detangle gently

Use wide-tooth comb, start from ends

Weekly Treatments

Deep conditioning mask

Apply weekly for hydration and repair

Scalp treatment

Exfoliate or oil massage for healthy growth

Leave-in conditioner

Extra moisture for dry or curly hair

Protein treatment

Monthly for damaged or colored hair

Styling Protection

Heat protectant always

Apply before any hot tools

Lower heat settings

300-350°F for fine hair, 350-400°F for thick

Limit heat styling

Air dry when possible to prevent damage

Silk pillowcase

Reduces friction and frizz while sleeping

Salon Visits

Trim every 6-8 weeks

Prevents split ends from traveling up

Color touch-ups

Every 4-6 weeks for roots

Deep treatments

Professional treatments every few months

Consult your stylist

Discuss changes before making them

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • • Brushing wet hair aggressively (use detangling brush)
  • • Skipping heat protectant (even for "quick" styling)
  • • Over-processing with color (wait 4+ weeks between treatments)
  • • Tight ponytails daily (causes breakage at hairline)
  • • Ignoring split ends (they travel up the hair shaft)

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