We recommend a consultation before your hair treatment so that we can look at your hair and then help you book the right treatment.
Afro relaxer: A treatment for afro-textured or very curly hair that makes the hair straighter, smoother and easier to style.
Keratin treatment: A nourishing treatment that reduces frizz and makes the hair softer, shinier and easier to style.
Texturizer treatment: A treatment that softens curls, reduces volume and can be adjusted for looser curls or a straighter result.
Always tell us about any previous colouring, bleaching, relaxers, texturizer or other chemical treatments. Follow the instructions for your specific treatment: before a keratin treatment or afro relaxer your hair may need to be clean, while a texturizer usually requires that you do not wash your hair for about 4–5 days beforehand.
We start by assessing your hair and going through the result you want. Then the treatment is applied step by step, adapted to your hair type, and finished with nourishing products and light styling.
Use moisturising, gentle products after the treatment. Avoid excessive heat styling, use hair masks regularly and follow the salon's advice on washing, styling and when you can colour or treat your hair again.
Comparison of smoothing hair treatments
| Treatment | Suits you if you | Result | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Afro relaxer | have afro-textured or very curly hair and want a straighter result (wears on your own hair) | Longer-lasting straighter hair on the treated lengths | Straight, smooth and more manageable hair |
| Keratin treatment | have frizzy, dry, curly or hard-to-style hair | Less frizz, more shine and softer hair | Shine, control and easier styling |
| Texturizer treatment | have curly, tightly curled or afro-textured hair and want to soften the texture | Softened curls and less volume – can even be made fully straight | Softer curls and a more manageable texture |
Frequently asked questions about smoothing treatments
The treatment gently softens your natural curls using a mild but effective chemical process. It's stopped at exactly the right moment to keep texture rather than leaving the hair poker-straight.
We use professional, gentle texturizers containing moisturising ingredients to prevent dryness. This is really important for keeping the textured hair elastic in the long run.
At home you can dry your hair with a diffuser or on very low heat. Avoid strong heat such as straighteners, as the aim is to enhance your beautiful texture.
It suits most hair types but works best on healthy hair with lots of texture. If your hair is very damaged or thin, a professional assessment should always be done in person.
The treatment gives fantastic results at any hair length and keeps an incredible amount of your natural volume. It simply makes your tight curls fall more softly and look a little longer.
The texturizer normally doesn't affect your existing hair colour at all. If anything, it brings out the hair's natural shine, often making your shade look more vibrant and luxurious.
Yes, the hair can definitely be coloured, but these chemical processes should always be spaced apart. Wait at least two to three weeks after your texturizer before booking a colour appointment.
The effect is permanent on the treated hair, so the lengths never need redoing. You only need to book touch-ups for new regrowth after about eight to twelve weeks.
A texturizer is a much milder version of a classic relaxer that neatly preserves your curl pattern. So it doesn't smooth the hair completely straight the way a relaxer or keratin treatment does.
Always sleep in a satin bonnet or a so-called pineapple (a high, loose ponytail) to protect your curls best. This reduces frizz overnight and keeps your style looking fresh first thing the next morning.