How the treatment works
A restorative keratin treatment deposits keratin-rich protein to temporarily smooth the hair surface and improve strand strength. At Studio Chique we use the service to reduce frizz and increase manageability without permanent chemical straightening, allowing you to keep natural texture while improving control, shine, and resistance to humidity-driven frizz.
Results depend on hair porosity, prior chemical services, and how the hair is handled after the treatment. The process is tailored during a consultation so stylists can set realistic expectations and recommend follow-up care that preserves the smoothing and strengthening benefits without over-processing.
What to expect during appointment
Appointments run 90 minutes; that time covers consultation, the keratin application, and finishing styling. Styling is included in the service price, but trims or haircuts are not part of this treatment and must be booked separately. Your stylist will assess current condition and discuss any previous coloring or chemical work before beginning.
We accommodate commuters and neighborhood schedules with flexible early-morning and evening options for parents and shift workers. Our Langdon location is convenient for clients traveling from nearby neighborhoods and Metro stops such as Rhode Island Ave–Brentwood and Brookland-CUA, making midday or after-work appointments accessible.
Maintenance and local considerations
Aftercare choices shape how long you enjoy smoother, stronger hair. Using gentle, salon-recommended shampoos and avoiding harsh clarifying products helps preserve the keratin layer. Your stylist will recommend a maintenance plan tailored to your routine and climate, especially important in our humid Washington summers when frizz tends to return faster without proper care.
If you visit Studio Chique before or after outings to the U.S. National Arboretum or Union Market, consider combining services in a single visit; our team can advise timing and complementary treatments. Clients from Hyattsville, College Park, and surrounding areas often book self-care packages around weekend plans.
