Hair Images

Hair work in Gauteng involves working around water restrictions, dealing with alkaline tap water that affects colour and texture, and managing the physical toll of standing under hot lights during Randburg's summer months. Hair Images approaches the technical side seriously — proper sectioning for relaxers so breakage doesn't happen, strand tests before chemical work, correct water temperature for rinsing, and timing applications so you're not left with over-processed hair. Weaving and extension work requires precision in braiding patterns and tension control to avoid traction alopecia down the line. The climate matters too: humidity affects how long blowouts last, and the water quality means colour treatments need specific aftercare products. This is the kind of detail work that separates stylists who know their craft from those just going through motions.