the world of salon services can feel like a confusing maze of masks, glosses, and serums – but don’t stress, we’ve got you sorted. whether you’re working with waves, frizz, fine hair, or strands that need a serious once-over, rest assured, there’s a salon treatment that fits the bill (and your budget).
why get a salon treatment?
hair treatments like top drop, evo's range of professional in-salon treatments, provide results that can be seen and felt instantly. available in hydrate, repair, platinum blonde and scalp, top drop professional in-salon treatments dish up next-level hair gratification. whether your strands are dry, damaged, or just refusing to behave, stylists have access to types of hair treatments like these that deliver big results. your local evo stylist can prescribe the right top drop treatment fit for you, as they’re targeted, and offer up a laundry list of benefits like:
- improved condition
- longer-lasting color
- better manageability
- stronger and more hydrated locks
oh, and if you’re wondering do hair treatments at salons work? the short answer is: yes, when done right, they’re absolute game-changers. better yet, you can keep up that salon-fresh feeling from home with the right products… and that’s where your trusty take-home treatments come into the picture.
recommended salon treatments and take-home products by hair type
before we dive in, remember: your salon pro knows best. they’ll recommend the perfect services tailored to your hair’s needs. but for a quick cheat sheet, here’s our guide.
hair type |
treatments |
drylacks moisture, feels rough. |
salon treatment: top drop hydrate take-home products: the therapist hydrating duo and the great hydrator moisture mask |
damagedprone to breakage, split ends. |
salon treatment: top drop repair take-home products: ritual salvation repairing duo and mane attention protein treatment |
frizzyhair that won't behave, especially in humidity. |
salon treatment: top drop hydrate or top drop repair take-home products: mane tamer smoothing duo and mane attention protein treatment |
blondelightened hair that needs toning and upkeep. |
salon treatment: top drop platinum blonde take-home products: evo fabuloso platinum blonde toning conditioner |
oilygreasy roots and buildup. scalp sensitivity. |
salon treatment: top drop scalp take-home products: normal persons daily duo |
finegreasy roots and buildup. scalp sensitivity. |
salon treatment: top drop repair take-home products: gluttony volumising duo and root canal volumising spray |
curly / wavytextured hair needing definition and hydration. |
salon treatment: top drop hydrate take-home products: baby got bounce curl treatment and liquid rollers curl balm |
thickdense hair prone to heaviness. |
salon treatment: top drop hydrate take-home products: lockdown smoothing treatment |
still working out your type? to delve deeper, check out our post on how to figure out your hair type.
types of common salon hair treatments
hydrating treatment
if your hair's feeling drier than the aussie outback in january, head to your local evo salon for a deep conditioning treatment like top drop hydrate, it's the ultimate thirst-quencher. this rich, moisture-packed spray will bring your locks back to life. it's perfect for parched, damaged, or color-treated hair, leaving it silky, shiny, and smugly hydrated. follow-up at home using deep conditioning heroes like the therapist hydrating shampoo and the great hydrator moisture mask.
repairing treatment
got strands snapping like old rubber bands? you’re due for a repairing treatment. ask your local evo salon to get some top drop repair on your strands, it’s a strengthening superstar that helps to rebuild your hair's weak spots, fortify it against future breakage, and keep it looking glossy. you’ll want to grab the likes of ritual salvation repairing shampoo and mane attention protein treatment for the shower at home.
toning treatment
toning treatments are your ticket to banishing brassiness and keeping your color fresh. great for lightened or highlighted hair, top drop platinum blonde instantly neutralizes brassy, yellow tones in color-treated blonde hair to tone and refresh, improve condition and add shine – get your evo stylist to apply this next time you’re at the salon basin. at home, use evo fabuloso platinum blonde toning conditioner to keep your blonde feeling freshhhh.
scalp treatment
think of this as hitting a big (but gentle) reset button. top drop scalp soothes and protects the scalp by helping to reduce inflammation, irritation and dryness to leave the scalp balanced and calm while hair is left more nourished with improved shine and manageability. at home, stick with scalp-friendly products like evo normal persons daily shampoo.
commonly asked questions about salon treatments
how often should you get a hair treatment at a salon?
depends on what you’re dealing with. if your strands are thirsty, fried, or constantly complaining, aim for a salon treatment every 4-6 weeks. if you're blessed with good hair genes and minimal chaos, each visit should do the trick. and, if you’re still not quite sure on which way to go, we recommend asking your hairdresser for advice.
how often should you use at-home hair treatment products?
weekly is the sweet spot for most at-home treatments. think of it as a sunday self-care ritual – your hair will thank you for the extra love. but if you have serious damage or a sad scalp, you might need to step it up to twice a week.
how long after a salon treatment should you start using at-home treatments?
give it a week or so before diving into your at-home stash. you don’t want to overdo it and undo all that professional magic. when in doubt, follow your stylist's advice – they know their stuff.
are salon hair treatments worth it?
100%. sure, you could do it yourself, but salon treatments come with expert hands, professional products, and a bouncy blowout. plus, the results are instant.
how long do salon hair treatments work for?
results can last up to a couple of months, depending on the treatment and how well you treat your hair afterwards. pro tip: use recommended aftercare products to stretch those benefits as long as possible.
can you use multiple at-home hair treatments at the same time?
sure, but be smart about it. don’t mix a protein treatment with a hydrating mask in the same session. alternate them throughout the week to give your hair everything it needs without overloading your strands.
can i leave my hair treatment in overnight?
depends on the treatment. if it’s a hydrating mask, go for it – just chuck something over your hair to avoid a messy pillow. but protein treatments or toners? nope. too much of a good thing can leave your hair feeling worse, so always check the label.
the takeaway
salon treatments are the ultimate fix for tired, lackluster locks. but remember: your glow-up doesn’t end at the salon door. keeping up the good work at home with targeted products will make sure your hair stays healthy, happy, and super glossy.
ready to book in? check out our list of evo salons and shop our range of products by hair type to keep the good hair times rolling.