Shampoo

The difference between a stylist who knows your hair and one who doesn't shows up fastest with precision work. Shampoo distinguishes itself through the technical foundation: understanding porosity and how it determines whether a relaxer should be applied to virgin hair or previously treated strands; recognising when a weave is causing tension that will lead to breakage; identifying the specific conditions—protein overload, moisture deficit, heat damage—that require different correction approaches. Good salons in this category track their own work, noting what was done, when, and how the hair responded. They can read damage patterns and recommend realistic timelines for recovery rather than promising the impossible. With Dominican blowouts, keratin treatments, and braiding all demanding different skill levels and material costs, knowing what separates genuine expertise from guesswork protects both your hair and your wallet in a market crowded with options.