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Is Keratin Treatment Safe for Colored or Chemically Treated Hair?

If you’ve recently colored, highlighted, or chemically treated your hair, the thought of doing a keratin treatment might feel like walking a tightrope. Will it nourish or damage? Will it protect your color or strip it away? As a stylist, one of the most common questions I hear from clients is: “Can I get keratin done after coloring my hair?” The short answer is — yes, but timing and technique are everything. What Is Keratin Treatment? A keratin treatment is a smoothing system that infuses protein (keratin) into the hair shaft. It helps eliminate frizz, adds shine, reduces blow-drying time, and gives hair a sleek, polished look. Think of it as a semi-permanent hair detox and gloss, all in one. Colored or Chemically Treated Hair: Friend or Foe? Keratin is actually great for damaged, dry, or colored hair. Hair coloring and chemical treatments can weaken your strands by opening the hair cuticle. A keratin treatment helps seal the cuticle back down, creating a protective layer ar...

Balayage : The Art of Hand-Painted Highlights

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Balayage is more than a technique — it’s a personalized approach to color that celebrates the natural beauty of your hair. Derived from the French word meaning “to sweep” or “to paint,” balayage is a freehand coloring method that creates natural, sun-kissed highlights with a soft, blended finish. Unlike traditional foil highlights, balayage offers a low-maintenance, personalized look that grows out beautifully — making it a favorite for clients and stylists alike. What Makes Balayage Unique? The magic of balayage lies in its technique. Rather than saturating strands from root to tip or wrapping hair in foils, stylists paint the color directly onto the surface of the hair. This hand-painted approach allows for greater control, resulting in a custom blend that mimics how the sun would naturally lighten your hair over time. The result? Seamless, dimensional color with softer regrowth lines — meaning fewer trips to the salon and a longer-lasting finish. Why Clients Love It? Bal...