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Curly Hair

At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio in McLean, VA, we understand the unique needs of curly hair. Our experts recommend a specialized routine to enhance and keep your curls healthy.

To prevent unnecessary tangles when styling your hair, we recommend following these simple steps:

Rinse the hair: Start by thoroughly rinsing your hair to remove any product buildup or impurities.
Apply conditioner: Gently apply conditioner from root to tip, focusing on the ends where tangles often occur.
Brush the hair and detangle: Carefully work through your hair to remove any knots or tangles using a wide-tooth comb or a brush specifically designed for detangling.
Shampoo it twice or thrice: Wash your hair with a high-quality shampoo, and lather it gently. Rinse thoroughly and repeat if necessary for a deep cleanse.
Conditioner again and brush it: After shampooing, apply conditioner once more to add moisture and detangle further. Brush your hair gently to distribute the conditioner evenly.

It is crucial to consistently brush your hair with the conditioner to maintain its luster and manageability. Shampooing is essential, and we recommend thoroughly cleansing all corners of the scalp. Two to three shampoo washes are recommended for curly hair to ensure thorough cleansing. If you lack a gentle detox shampoo, your hair may remain dirty. Curly hair tends to accumulate butter, creams, and leave-ins, which can create build-up on the scalp. Allowing the shampoo to sit for five minutes helps remove dirt more effectively.

At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio, we prioritize your hair's health and beauty. Follow these recommendations for hassle-free styling and enjoy the luscious, tangle-free hair you deserve.

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Protect Your Color

We prioritize protecting and enhancing your hair color at Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio in McLean, VA. When you receive a color treatment, we offer comprehensive recommendations to ensure its longevity. We advise our clients to stay hydrated by drinking water and consuming vitamin-rich foods, as this promotes healthy hair and prevents the color from fading.

Additionally, it's essential to avoid extreme stress, as it can affect the hair's ability to retain colors. We are committed to providing the best possible care, and if your hair requires additional treatment before coloring, we may suggest waiting to achieve optimal results. Our expert colorists possess a keen eye for detail and can analyze a photo to determine the most suitable color for you. Colors should complement your features rather than match your skin tone.

For blondes, we recommend using purple shampoo to maintain the vibrancy of your color. If you have caramel-toned hair, blue shampoo can enhance the richness. However, caution is advised for platinum hair when using the Fenola Shampoo, as it may result in a purple hue.

We proudly offer ASP and Alter Ego lines, which are both from Italy, which are renowned for their exceptional quality and effectiveness, particularly for blondes and platinum hair. We also use the luxury hair line products äz Craft Luxury Haircare.

If you're considering transitioning to gray hair, we suggest doing so when the gray strands blend naturally with your current color, ensuring a seamless and elegant transformation. Trust Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio for expert guidance and protection of your hair color.

Effortless Grey Coverage and New Growth Solutions

Under the color category, we understand the struggle when greys and new growth start to pop out just like a 5 o'clock shadow or the stubble after shaving your legs. Hair grows every day, making it essential to choose a color that gracefully grows out with grey or white hair – a color that deserves respect and careful consideration.

Say Goodbye to In-between Color Woes

Worried about maintaining your color between salon visits? Don't fret! We've got you covered with our range of products, sprays, and powders designed to help conceal those in-between color moments. Explore the Color Wow palettes and sprays, specially crafted to keep your hair looking flawless even after your color service.

Our team of skilled colorists takes pride in their artistry, ensuring your color choice complements your style and enhances your natural beauty. We are well-versed in the latest color trends and techniques, from balayage to ombre, and will work with you to achieve the perfect shade that suits your preferences.

Understanding the unique needs of each client, we offer personalized color consultations to guide you through the color selection process. Whether you're going for a bold transformation or a subtle enhancement, we are committed to delivering results that exceed your expectations.

Trust us to create a color masterpiece that not only looks incredible but also complements your lifestyle. Embrace the vibrancy of life with expert color services at Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio. Book your appointment now and let us bring out the best in your hair with our artistic touch!

Taking Care of Your Hair from Beach and Pool Water

Protect and Maintain Your Hair's Beauty

At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio, we believe that taking care of your hair goes beyond the salon. Whether you're enjoying a day at the beach or taking a dip in the pool, it's important to protect your hair from the potential damage caused by water. Here are our expert recommendations for safeguarding your hair:

Take care with beach and pool water: Exposure to beach and pool water can pose challenges for your hair. We recommend taking the necessary precautions to maintain its health and vibrancy.
Hydration is essential: Ensure you stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Additionally, consider taking hair-friendly vitamins to support its overall strength and vitality.
Shield from the sun: When spending prolonged hours under the sun, we advise wearing a hat to provide extra protection for your hair. Alternatively, you can use a spray-on sunscreen similar to the one you use for your face to safeguard against color fading.
Preparing for the beach: Before entering the water, we recommend applying oil or a combination of oil and conditioner to your hair. This proactive step creates a barrier, helping to prevent color fading and damage.
Choose your colors wisely:
Bright colors like red, pink, or cobalt may be susceptible to fading when exposed to water. While we don't recommend submerging such colors, if you choose to do so, follow our above recommendations to minimize the potential impact.

We are passionate about ensuring your hair remains beautiful and vibrant, even in challenging environments. Take these recommendations to heart and enjoy your time by the water while maintaining gorgeous, healthy hair.

Visit our studio in Mclean, VA, to discover our range of hair care products specifically designed to protect and nourish your hair. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Hair Cuts

We pride ourselves on providing personalized recommendations for haircuts tailored to your specific hair type and needs. Our skilled stylists understand the importance of framing your face and accentuating your unique features, just like we do with our color services. We take the time to explain the reasons behind our recommendations, ensuring you thoroughly understand the process and the desired outcome.

With our meticulous approach, we strive to create a flawless and perfect hairstyle, enhancing your overall appearance. Trust us to guide you toward the haircut that suits you best at Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio.

Hair Additions

We offer a wide range of hair addition services to suit your preferences. Our expert stylists recommend various options, such as hair weaves with braids underneath, typically lasting 2 to 4 months. Tape extensions are another excellent choice for a different approach, lasting 2 to 3 months. If you're looking for a longer-lasting option, microbeads can be ideal, lasting 4 to 6 months.

We also provide clip-in extensions and braiding services catering to your needs. At our studio, we offer consultations for all our services, ensuring that we understand your requirements and customize our solutions accordingly.

Additionally, we specialize in creating customized wigs to match your desired style. We believe in educating our clients on proper care and maintenance and providing guidance for home care routines. It's crucial to prioritize the health of your hair, ensuring it is trimmed and in good condition before any hair additions.

Braids are an excellent option but should be secure and not overly tight to avoid damaging the edges. It's important not to leave hair under a weave or braid style for more than 3 to 4 months, as the scalp needs to breathe, and prolonged use can lead to thinning hair.

If you have thinner hair, avoiding covering it for more than 24 hours is advisable. For those undergoing hair loss treatment, wigs can be a suitable alternative. When getting weave services, we recommend washing it every 2 to 3 weeks, and using lavender or lemon as additives can provide anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits.

At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio, we emphasize the importance of caring for your mental health, skin, and overall well-being. Trust us to provide exceptional hair addition services while prioritizing your holistic beauty experience.

Expert Recommendations for Hair Additions

Mind the duration: It's crucial to leave a weave in for at most four months. Even if it still looks good, your scalp needs to breathe, and regular cleansing is necessary. We recommend scheduling a takedown appointment to maintain scalp health.
Regular maintenance: If you decide to keep your weave for three or four months, weekly or regular visits to your stylist are essential. We will tighten the weaves during these sessions to ensure they remain secure and comfortable. We may need additional weave hair to maintain a seamless look if your natural hair grows.
Bring extra weave hair: To keep your hair looking fresh and natural, it's advisable to bring any excess weave hair you may have. This enables us to blend the new hair seamlessly with your existing weave, ensuring a flawless and cohesive appearance.

What You Can Expect If You Haven't Had Your Hair Done in Six Month or More

Prepare to stay at the salon for long hours if you are getting:

A full color
Or if you haven't had your hair blow dried in a long time
If you haven't get a hair cut in a long time

If you have been with naturally curly hair and had it blow dry, prepare to stay for more than two hours. Your hair will not be used, and we need to train your curls, hydrate, and detangle them.

Make sure to drink a lot of water and your vitamins before going after any of our services. Make sure you have been hydrating yourself.

It needs to matter how good my products are. Nothing will work if you don’t take off the hair with vitamins, sound sleep, and well hydrating.

How We Pick the Products

At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio in McLean, VA, we are dedicated to selecting the best hair products that cater to your needs. We understand the importance of knowing your hair before choosing the right products. While organic options are popular, better alternatives are available for you.

We uphold the highest standards in our commitment to ethical practices and the well-being of animals. We proudly collaborate with manufacturers who share our values, ensuring all our products are produced without animal cruelty. Furthermore, we stay at the forefront of beauty science, utilizing cutting-edge technologies that are both environmentally friendly and readily accessible.

By incorporating these practices, we ensure that our clients receive exceptional quality while aligning with our dedication to professionalism and the advancement of beauty science.

We also collaborate with a local expert who offers an organic line of products tested based on scientific principles. These products boast high integrity, hydration, and a pleasant scent and texture. We believe in preserving nature and utilizing the best resources available. Some brands we trust include Alter Ego, known for their Techno Fruits line and ten minutes of gray coverage.

We recommend Kevin Murphy for styling products, and for women-owned and locally sourced options, we offer Boba products. Additionally, we highly recommend Dream Coat by Color Wow, which is not chemical-based and helps prolong the longevity of your hair treatment.

To complete your haircare routine, we suggest using the Epic Professional Brush at Sephora. At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio, we prioritize using quality products that deliver exceptional results, ensuring your hair receives the care it deserves.

Techniques

Curly Hair

Curly hair is unique and requires specialized techniques for optimal care and styling. We recognize that no two individuals have the same curl pattern, as curls are as individual and diverse as snowflakes.

To ensure the best results, we emphasize the importance of hydration by encouraging our clients to drink water regularly. Hydration plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy and vibrant curls. While individuals may have similar curl patterns, it's essential to acknowledge that the texture of their hair can differ significantly.

Understanding these distinctions allows us to tailor our techniques and recommendations to meet each client's needs. At Haute Feng Shui Hair Design Studio, we take pride in our expertise in working with curly hair, ensuring every client receives the personalized care and attention their unique curls deserve.

Condition to Take into Consideration for Curly Hair

Thickness
Fine hair with a lot of hair or less
Size of the strength of the hair
Density: how much hair
Texture: how the hair feels
How does the hair accept the moisture
The shape of the head: Z pattern, S pattern, Spiral Pattern (each pattern can have a different size)
Expansion
You need to cut the curly hair how naturally so you can give them shape.
You cut the free hand (not following a guide) to go with the shape of the face and frame the face.
We help the client by guiding them and teaching them how it works.
If you are cutting curly to straight, we will cut it as you please; if it is curling, we clean it; if you are straight, we trim the hair and blow it dry.

Fine Curly and Straight Hair

Fine hair needs to be respected, whether a delicate curl or straight. It would help if you took your time.

To utilize different techniques to create weight and volume for the hair.

When cutting the hair after the 2 - 3 haircuts, the haircut shape will tell the hair how to grow.

For fine, straight hair, we need to cut it to the shape of the head.

Tick Straight Asian Hair

The cut needs to be on point and based on the hair structure.

Schedule a consultation today to customize your hair needs.

Man

Our expertise lies in scissor work, focusing on minimal clipper usage. Our goal for men's hair is to help them achieve a clean and professional look. Using scissors, we can effectively control the growth and shape of the hair.

Whether maintaining a specific length or creating precise cuts, our skilled stylists can work with you to achieve the desired result. Trust us to provide meticulous scissor work to enhance your overall appearance and leave you looking polished and well-groomed.

Wavy Hair

We believe in embracing the natural temperament of wavy hair. We understand that every individual with wavy hair is unique, and we take the time to listen and understand how your hair grows. Our goal is to encourage the beautiful growth of your waves, ensuring that they flow effortlessly like water.

We prioritize the integrity of your hair and ensure that the cut we provide complements your waves' natural flow and texture. Our philosophy revolves around enhancing the innate beauty of your wavy hair, allowing it to shine and create a stunning visual impact. Trust us to provide personalized care and styling techniques that accentuate your waves' natural charm and movement.