1. Come with a Fresh Wash-N-Go

Please arrive with your hair in a Wash-N-Go style, using minimal styling products.

• No heavy oils, butters, gels, or creams.

• Your hair should be styled as it naturally dries — with your natural curl pattern visible and defined.
  This helps your stylist see your true curl pattern for a precise and customized dry curly cut.

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2. Cleanse & Clarify Your Hair

Make sure your hair is freshly washed, clarified, and free of product build-up before your appointment.

• Avoid heavy conditioners, leave-ins, or styling products that may coat your curls.

• Use a clarifying shampoo if needed.

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3. Fully Detangle Your Hair

Hair must be fully detangled before you arrive.

• Detangle thoroughly from roots to ends with conditioner before rinsing out.

• If your hair is not properly detangled, a $50 detangling fee may apply.

• Please note, detangling may take up your scheduled service time, and we may need to reschedule your appointment if your hair is not prepared.

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4. No Braids, Protective Styles, or Updos

Your curls should be loose, down, and in their natural form.

• Remove all braids, twists, weaves, or protective styles before your appointment.

• Do not arrive with your hair in buns, ponytails, headbands, clips, or under hats or scarves.

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5. Arrive with Completely Dry Hair

We perform dry cutting on curls. Your hair must be 100% dry upon arrival to allow for an accurate curl-by-curl cut.

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Why Is Hair Preparation So Important for a Curly Cut?

Properly prepared hair ensures:

• An accurate assessment of your natural curl pattern

• The best possible shaping and cutting results

• A smooth, efficient appointment experience

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Please Note:

Failure to follow these preparation steps may result in extra charges or require us to reschedule your appointment. We want to deliver the best curly haircut experience — and that starts with the right prep!

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How to Prepare for Your Hair Color Appointment at Curl Rituals​​

 

At Curl Rituals, we proudly use Oligo Professionnel — an ammonia-free, gentle hair color system that prioritizes the health of your hair while delivering beautiful, long-lasting results. To ensure your color service goes smoothly and you achieve the best outcome, please follow these important hair color preparation guidelines:

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1. Arrive with Clean, Product-Free Hair

Your hair should be free of heavy styling products, oils, butters, gels, and creams.

• Avoid layering products leading up to your appointment.

• Build-up from styling products can create a barrier and affect how the color processes on your hair.

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2. No Temporary Color Concealers or Root Touch-Up Products

Please do not use any color-correcting or concealing products prior to your color service, including:

• Color mascaras

• Root touch-up sprays or powders

• Hairline concealers or makeup
  These products can interfere with color absorption, potentially causing uneven color results or unwanted reactions.

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3. Detangle Your Hair Before You Arrive

Hair must be fully detangled from roots to ends.

• Detangle gently before your appointment to prevent service delays.

• If your hair is tangled upon arrival, a detangling fee may apply or we may need to reschedule your appointment.

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4. Come with Dry Hair

We apply color on completely dry hair for best results.

• Please ensure your hair is fully dry before your service.

Why Hair Color Preparation Matters

Proper preparation helps us achieve:

• Even color application

• Consistent coverage from roots to ends

• The healthiest, most vibrant color result possible

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Important Reminder:

Failure to follow these guidelines may result in additional fees or require us to reschedule your appointment. We want every client to enjoy a seamless, professional hair color experience at Curl Rituals.