Silk press services

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silk press Services

Classic

Includes:
Shampoo, conditioner, blow dry, flat iron, and style.

Description:
This service starts with a gentle cleansing shampoo and hydrating conditioner to prepare the hair for heat styling. The hair is then blow dried and flat ironed in sections to create a sleek, smooth, and shiny finish without the use of chemicals. The style is polished to your desired look — whether bone straight or with soft curls.

Recommended For:
Clients with natural hair looking for a temporary straight style without heat damage. Ideal for anyone wanting a smooth, professional finish with movement and shine.

classic w/steam

Includes:
Shampoo, steam hydration treatment, conditioner, blow dry, flat iron, and style.

Description:
This version adds a steam treatment, which infuses deep moisture into the hair using heat and water vapor. It helps improve manageability, softness, and shine.

Why It’s Needed:
Steam lifts the hair cuticle to allow moisture to deeply penetrate, which combats dryness and promotes healthy elasticity.

Recommended For:
Clients with dry, brittle, or high-porosity hair who need extra hydration before heat styling. Perfect for those transitioning to natural or dealing with frizz and dullness.

classic w/protein

Includes:
Shampoo, protein treatment, conditioner, blow dry, flat iron, and style.

Description:
Along with the basics of the Silk Press, this version includes a protein treatment to strengthen and fortify the hair. Protein fills in weak areas along the hair shaft, helping to reduce breakage and improve elasticity before applying heat.

Why It’s Needed:
Frequent styling, color treatments, or chemical services can weaken hair. Protein balances the hair's strength, especially before flat ironing.

Recommended For:
Clients with color-treated, chemically processed, or weak, damaged hair needing extra strength and resilience before heat styling.

smoothing Treatment

Includes:
Shampoo, smoothing treatment application, blow dry, flat iron, and style.

Description:
The Design Essentials Smoothing Treatment is a semi-permanent, heat-activated system that smooths the hair, reduces frizz, and enhances manageability without chemically altering your natural curl pattern. It leaves the hair soft, shiny, and easier to maintain, with results lasting up to 12 weeks.

Why It’s Needed:
Tames frizz and flyaways, helps elongate curls for a looser look or a sleek straight finish, makes hair more manageable and reduces styling time and allows for easy reversion back to natural curls with no damage.

Recommended For:
Clients with natural, textured hair looking for a smooth, frizz-free style that doesn’t compromise their curl pattern. Perfect for those who want versatility between straight and curly styles or need a humidity-resistant option for long-lasting results.

 FAQs

  • A silk press usually lasts 1-2 weeks, depending on your hair type, lifestyle, and how well you maintain it. Proper care and avoiding moisture can help extend its longevity.

  • When done properly and not too frequently, a silk press causes minimal damage. However, the heat used can potentially cause some damage over time. It's important to use heat protectants and limit how often you get silk presses to maintain hair health.

  • Yes! A Silk Press is temporary and your curls will revert with water or shampoo—unless there’s been excessive heat damage.

  • Wrap your hair nightly with a silk or satin scarf or bonnet to preserve the style and reduce frizz. Avoid water and humidity (like showers without a cap), and use a lightweight serum or oil if needed for shine. Refrain from adding heat daily—your Silk Press should maintain its shape with minimal touch-ups.

  • Intense workouts that cause sweating can revert your silk press. If you must exercise, try low-impact activities and use a sweat band to protect your edges. Be prepared that you may need to touch up your hair after working out.

  • Flat ironing is part of a Silk Press, but a Silk Press includes a full process—deep cleansing, conditioning, blow drying, and careful straightening—for a longer-lasting, shinier, and healthier result.

  • Every 2-4 weeks is safe for most, but it depends on your hair's health and your styling goals. Overdoing it can lead to heat damage.