What the service includes
A full keratin smoothing treatment paired with a personalized haircut and style finish is delivered as one appointment at the salon. The combined service is scheduled for 105 MINUTES, during which we address smoothing and shape together so the cut complements the treated hair and the finished style reflects your daily routine.
Before we begin, your stylist will confirm the look you want and assess hair texture, length, and any previous chemical services. This conversation helps determine how the haircut and smoothing work together, and sets expectations for styling options afterward without promising specific cosmetic outcomes.
How results vary
Outcomes from a keratin smoothing treatment with a haircut vary by natural texture, hair length, and the history of chemical services. Coarser or highly textured hair may respond differently than fine hair, and previous color or perms can change how the smoothing effect appears. We explain these trade-offs during your appointment.
Environmental factors common in Alexandria—higher summer humidity, local water minerals, and daily commuting—affect how long smoothing looks and how often styling is necessary. We factor your lifestyle, commute patterns, and seasonal needs into both the cut and suggested maintenance plan so results fit your routine.
Scheduling and duration
The service is allocated 105 MINUTES; that time allows for combining the full smoothing treatment with the haircut and style finish in one visit. Because May through July are busiest months for this preventative service, book early if you want an appointment before peak humidity or around local events in Old Town.
We’re minutes from King Street Metro and I‑395, convenient for transit-oriented commuters who want a pre- or post-commute appointment. The salon’s Old Town location also suits evening and weekend self-care for nearby diners, shoppers and professionals attending seasonal festivals or waterfront activities.
Aftercare and expectations
After the appointment, how long the smoothing effect is noticeable depends on hair type, water, and routine styling. We set realistic expectations during your visit and discuss whether periodic touch-ups make sense for your hair and schedule, without promising exact durations or outcomes.
If you travel to the salon from neighboring communities like Arlington, Falls Church, or Potomac Yard, plan appointments considering commute time and local events. Our team will advise on styling approaches that fit your weekday commute or weekend plans around King Street and the waterfront.
