Bliss FAQ's

Q: What causes hair color to fade?
A: There are two main causes that accelerate the fading of hair color. The first is washing your hair with very hot water. The hot temperature of the water and the steam it generates open up the hair cuticles and allow the color to escape. The second cause is the use of unprofessional hair care products. Most of the lower priced products that can be purchased at the grocery store and pharmacies are made with detergents that dry out the hair and diminish the shine achieved with a hair color service. The creative team at Bliss and Co. realizes what an investment a hair color service can be and will always recommend the appropriate professional hair care products designed specifically to maintain your color investment at home between salon visits.

Q: What's the best way to prepare my hair for a color treatment or perm?
A: Regular clarifying treatments are highly recommended to ensure the best results from a color or perm service. This conditioning treatment will remove build-up caused by well water, hair products, medicine and chlorine which, if not removed prior to a service, could hinder the ability of the color or perm product to penetrate into the hair.

Q: Why doesn't my hair have a salon look all the time?
A: To maintain your salon look at home, it's important that you have all the same tools and products that your stylist used to achieve your look in the salon. Don't hesitate to ask questions about styling it yourself. We're here to help you feel great about your hair all of the time, not just when you leave the salon.

Q: Why are salon products so much more expensive than the products I can purchase at the grocery store?
A: The products available in our boutique are a unique blend of plant-based ingredients and essential oils that are cultivated by hand in an environmentally friendly way all over the world. They nourish the hair with long-lasting results and have naturally derived aromas to nourish the senses.
To keep the prices down, the lower priced products found at pharmacies and grocery stores are usually made from synthetic ingredients that are made in a laboratory and are cheaper to manufacture. The aromas are synthetically derived, and their high detergent content can leave the hair with build-up and feeling dry. These products might be cheaper but will not maintain your hair service investment like a professional-grade product will.

Q: Why do I need to tell my technician if I am on medication, have a medical condition or am pregnant?
A: Some services could be harmful to clients with certain medical conditions. If you are pregnant or taking medications, this might show up by dulling your hair, causing perms not to take, causing hair loss or having adverse reactions to certain hair removal and skincare treatments. It is very important that you let your technician know before starting a service that might be affected by any of these conditions.

Q: My stylist has recommended that I schedule myself for regular deep conditioning treatments. Why is this necessary?
A: Receiving regular conditioning treatments at least every month or two is important for all hair types. It is especially important if your hair is chemically treated, if you are a regular swimmer or if you wash your hair with well water at home. Conditioning treatments can nourish and revitalize dry, stressed hair and remove build-up caused by hair products, medicine, chlorine and well water. Clients who regularly have their hair colored should receive a conditioning treatment with every color visit and perm clients should have a clarifying treatment at least three days before their scheduled perm.

Q: How do I make my hair grow faster?
A: No shampoo will grow hair, but there are several that help add fullness and that also clean well. By keeping the scalp healthy, shampoos aid in allowing hair to grow faster.

Q: I have split ends. How often should I have my hair trimmed?
A: To eliminate split ends, be sure to have your hair trimmed every four to six weeks.

Q: Can steam rollers damage color treated hair?
A: Steam rollers will not harm color treated or permed hair.

Q: Would my shampoo clean my hair better if I left it in longer?
A: No. Shampoos are designed to attract dirt and lift it off the hair. Shampoos do not absorb dirt.

Q: Will frequent shampooing make my hair oily?
A: No, frequent shampooing will not make hair oily, though massaging the scalp often will.

Q: What about horse shampoos, do they really make hair grow faster?
A: No.

Q: How long should I rinse my hair after I shampoo?
A: We recommend rinsing for about 60-90 seconds. When you finish, you should be able to tell by the feel of your hair. Hair should not feel like it is coated. It is best to rinse hair with the water flowing in the direction of your cuticle, not against it. Hold your head back and the water should flow from your forehead to the back of your head.

Q: What type of hair is used in hair extensions?
A: Most temporary hair extensions are made of 100% human hair.

Q: How do I know when to wash my hairbrush?
A: Personal hairbrushes should be washed on a routine basis, depending on the build-up of natural oils from the scalp and use of styling products. Use a comb to remove hair from the bristles and wash the brush in warm water with mild soap. Shake out excess water and air dry.

Q: If I brush my hair every day for at least 15 minutes, will it make my hair grow?
A: Brushing stimulates circulation in the scalp, bringing more blood to the surface, which may stimulate hair growth. The more often you brush the more oils you distribute from your scalp to your hair strands. As a result your hair will be stronger and healthier.

Q: What is the proper way to blow dry hair to help me look my best?
A: Hair should be towel-dried before blow-drying. Use high heat and speed to remove excess moisture from the hair. Select lower temperatures and speeds for finishing hairstyles. Lower heat and speeds should be used for drying and styling permed, color-treated or fragile hair. After partially drying hair in this manner, then brush hair and blow-dry it in the direction you want your finished style. As a styling tip, brushing your hair and partly blow-drying it against its natural growth pattern, you will add bulk and body to the style.

Q: How soon can I use my hot rollers or curling iron after a perm?
A: Hot rollers or a curling iron can be used immediately after hair is dry. For fine or fragile hair, wait 24 to 48 hours.

Q: What is a flat iron?
A: A "flat" iron or "straightening" iron is used to straighten hair.

Q: What is the difference between steamrollers and hot rollers?
A: Steamrollers use moisture to lock in the curls, while hot rollers use dry heat.

Q: How often can I have my hair relaxed?
A: Just like permanent hair color, new growth on hair that’s been relaxed needs to be "touched up". The whole head should never be relaxed. Relaxing is tougher on the hair than any other chemical process, therefore. Only "new growth" should be "touched up".

Q: If I am pregnant can I get my hair dyed?
A: Yes, dying your hair is completely safe.

Q: What does "permanent color" mean?
A: A permanent color alters the natural hair color to lighten, deepen or cover gray completely in one easy step. Permanent color lasts until you choose to change the color or cut the hair.

Q: What does hard water do to hair color?
A: Hard water containing a lot of minerals can discolor the hair or cause it to fade more quickly.

Q: Will a perm change my hair color?
A: A perm should not change your natural color. Though if you have color treated hair, many perms can fade it. Your stylist should rinse hair thoroughly to remove all perm solution from the hair to prevent any color fading.

Q: My hair has been permed. Is safe to color it?
A: Yes. In fact, semi-permanent colors work quite well with permed hair. Of course, for best results, consult with your stylist.

Q: I’ve heard lemon juice can be used to lighten hair. Is this true?
A: Regardless, lemon juice should not be used as a substitute for hair color. It breaks down the hair shaft; literally resulting in a split hair shaft, not just split ends.

Q: Do hair color products get too old to use?
A: Hair colors used to have freshness dates stamped on them. Some still do, but manufacturer testing has shown that the shelf life of hair color is almost unlimited if the bottle has never been opened.

Q: What is "semi-permanent color"?
A: Semi-permanent color penetrates the hair only slightly. A true semi-permanent lasts only 6 to 8 shampoos and will not completely cover gray unless you use a very dark color.

Q: My stylist used a double process on my hair. What is that?
A: This means your stylist pre-lightened or bleached your hair, then used a toner to control unwanted red or gold tones.

Q: Should I worry about the color washing out of my hair if it gets wet?
A: No. Semi-permanent and permanent hair colors do not wash out like temporary hair color.

Q: I hate my dyed hair color and now I want my original hair color back. What should I do?
A: Return to your stylist to change your color back. Don’t try to fix the problem yourself.

Q: Can you use a permanent hair color on eyelashes and brows?
A: It isn’t recommended because regular permanent, semi permanent or in between type hair colors can be very harmful if they get in the eyes. There are special products designed specifically for coloring eyebrows and lashes.

Q: Does the temperature of the water I use to wash or rinse my hair affect how long my hair color lasts?
A: We recommend you use warm-to-tepid water to rinse your hair to protect its color.

Q: How much gel should I use on my hair?
A: Use about a quarter-size amount of gel on short or medium-length hair, double that for longer hair.

Q: What is glaze?
A: Glazes and gels are thick liquids used on wet or dry hair. Use for sculpting wet looks, for accenting particular curls or controlling thick, wavy hair.

Q: How can I revive my style at the end of the day?
A: Brush through your hair or retouch it with a damp comb, then spray again with hairspray. If you already have gel in your hair, try spraying on a leave in conditioner to re-activate the gel, then restyle your hair.

Q: What is mousse and what does it do?
A: Mousse is a light-hold, fast-drying foam. Mousse adds lift and fullness and can protect against heat and dryness.

Q: What are styling liquids, lotions and creams for?
A: Styling liquids, lotions and creams are medium hold products worked through wet hair with the hands. They add volume, shape or style, control curls and define spiked styles.

Q: What is spray gel?
A: Spritz and spray gels are pump sprays usually used on dry or damp hair to sculpt or control it. Spray gels add body and texture. Spritzing the base of hair helps it stand up from the roots and appear fuller.

Q: What is the difference between a spritz and a spray gel?
A: Spritzes tend to be stiffer than spray gels.

Q: My hair looks dull. How can I create more shine?
A: Hair shiners that spray on, rub on or are worked through the hair contain silicone that adds shine to the hair. They can be used before or after hairspray. The key is to use shiners very sparingly! A little dab goes a long way.

Q: How old should a child be before they have their hair permed?
A: The best age to perm a child’s hair is between the ages of 12 and 13, because this is the age when the hair has developed its full strength. Perms on younger children usually develop poorly and do not hold in the hair.

Q: Why is it important for me to consult with my stylist before I have a perm?
A: Perms are designed for specific hair types. It is important for your stylist to determine exactly what you want from a perm. It is also important for the stylist to know your lifestyle, medical conditions or time limitations to select the right formula. Then, the stylist can choose the correct wrapping technique and rod size to achieve the results that fit your specific needs and desires.

Q: I hate my new perm. Can I get it redone immediately?
A: If you are unhappy with your perm service, go back to your stylist and discuss your options. If it is too curly, it can be relaxed, or, if it is not curly enough, wait at least a week to redo it. If your hair is not in good enough condition to re-perm, you may have to trim your hair and wait until your hair has recovered to perm it again.