Summer Necessities

We've been dreaming of summer since the first day of cool weather last year, but now that it has arrived it seems we forgot the troubles that heat, humidity, and sweat bring to our good hair days. We've put together a list of some of our top must-have products for summer to keep your look lasting through the warmest, wettest days!

Pravana Nevo Intensive Therapy

There are so many reasons why we love this leave-in conditioning treatment by Pravana. It works well for all textures of hair and can substitute many of the products we guarantee you have on your home beauty bar. Did you know that your hair can be damaged by UV rays from the Sun just like your skin can? This product will protect you from sun damage! In addition, it also serves as a detangler, a deep conditioner, a color-safe anti-humidity eliminator, and reduces discoloration from chlorine. Blondes - this is especially important for you!

Mizani Humidity Resist Holding Spray

This holding spray is a perfect finish for natural hairstyles to reduce frizz, "poofiness", and adds a light shine to your silky styles. We can't get enough of this spray for locking down your summer styles!

Matrix Miracle Creator Take-Home Treatment

If you'll be leaving town for your summer vacation and missing some of your treatment appointments, toss these miracle-makers in your carry-on and keep up with your Healthy Hair regimen wherever you are! It only takes 60 seconds and leaves hair feeling noticeably hydrated.

DevaCurl Take-Home Treatments

Curly Girls - we know what can happen when your curls experience a little neglect in the summer. Salty beach waves are a summer stunner's goal, but the lasting effects on your curl pattern are less than desirable. We have travel-friendly treatments available for you to take on the go and keep your curls fresh wherever your summer adventures take you. The Buildup Buster is perfect if time between washes gets to be too much and your hair needs a thorough cleansing - especially after swimming in chemical-filled pools! Deep Sea Repair is perfect for clients spending lots of time in ponytails and could use an extra boost of strength. Melt Into Moisture is a go-to for any curlista, as hydration is typically needed more for clients with curls. After a day in the sun, add some extra moisture to your locks with this ultra hydrating mask.

Own Wash Day!

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of DevaCurl's newest curly product available at Versus - Wash Day Wonder! This product is a game-changer for detangling!

We notice a few specific scenarios in which tangles seem to be especially problematic:

- Young children who find the detangling process uncomfortable and upsetting

-After a protective style has been worn for several weeks

-After engaging in high-activity like working out, swimming, etc.

Detangling isn't a fun process for anyone involved - trust us.

It can also significantly extend the time of your scheduled appointment and compromise the strength of your hair if the tangles are severe enough.

Luckily, DevaCurl has released a new product that makes detangling an absolute breeze! We've been using this product for a week now and are amazed by the results! The process is much easier, painless, faster, and effective!

We will now be offering a Wash Day Wonder Detangling Service for an additional charge, especially for clients who have particularly tumultuous tangles and sensitive scalps. Let us know during booking that you'd like to give this new must-have curly hair product a try and see how detangling will forever be changed!

Scissors vs. Shears: Leave it to the Pros

We get it – you’re very busy, your wallet is a bit strapped, and you don’t want to make a trip all the way to the salon just to trim up your ends that are driving you mad. It starts to feel like your dead ends have a personal vendetta against you and your ability to style your hair, your preferred stylist is booked, and standing in front of the bathroom mirror you decide you’ve had enough. When this happens to you, we want you to take a deep breath, back away from the kitchen scissors, and call your stylist. Here’s why –

Hair cutting shears are designed with specially-sized blades and razor sharp edges to provide a blunt, even cut at the end of the hair shaft. This prevents the hair from breaking and becoming damaged, and ensures a more even grow-out.

When using house scissors to cut hair, which have a larger blade that is typically much more dull than shears, cutting causes jagged ends, split ends, and damaged hair shafts. This can hinder hair growth, shine, and overall health of your mane. If the proper technique is not used to trim grown-out bangs, the hair can revolt and stick straight out, straight up, or work against natural cow-licks.

Haircutting shears are a specially-designed tool, are generally quite expensive, and so is the training that stylists receive to ensure their technique provides desirable results, so next time your ends need a trim, we kindly ask that you Leave It To The Pros.