Wash & Style ยท Walnut Creek, CA
Salon-fresh hair without picking up a dryer
A wash and style is a salon shampoo followed by professional styling, for days when you want great hair without doing it yourself. At Urban Loxx Salon & Day Spa in Walnut Creek, Wash & Style starts with a cleansing wash, then styling with hot tools. We also offer a sleek Blowout and a Luxury Blowout with extra pampering, for any hair length.
Wash & Style, Blowout or Luxury Blowout: which one fits your day?
All three services leave you with clean, finished hair. The difference is the finish you want and how much time you would like to unwind in the chair.
Wash & Style is the flexible one. After a cleansing wash, your stylist uses hot tools such as a dryer, curling iron or flat iron to create the look you ask for. It suits a night out, a work event or simply a week when you are too busy to wash your own hair.
A Blowout is all about smooth. Your stylist dries your hair with round brushes for a sleek, polished finish with soft movement. It does not include updos or curl styling, so book it when straight and glossy is the goal.
The Luxury Blowout turns the visit into a treat. It adds a scalp massage, a session with an Ozone Micro Mist Steamer that hydrates and conditions, and seven-color light therapy for shine, before your sleek finish.
If you need your hair pinned up or set in waves for a wedding or formal event, those looks live on our updos page instead.
How your wash, style or blowout visit flows
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Tell your stylist about the occasion
Start by saying where you are headed and what you will wear. A job interview calls for a different finish than a birthday dinner. Mention any plans for rain, wind or a long day, because your stylist may adjust volume and products to help the style hold up.
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The wash
Your hair is shampooed and conditioned at the bowl. Tell your stylist if your scalp is oily, dry or sensitive, or if your hair is color treated. For the Luxury Blowout, this is when the scalp massage, the Ozone Micro Mist Steamer and the light therapy come in.
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Drying and styling
Your stylist applies heat protection and dries your hair in sections. For a Blowout, round brushes create a smooth, sleek finish. For Wash & Style, hot tools then shape the look you chose, from loose bends to a polished straight style. Ask questions as they work.
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Final check and lasting tips
Your stylist checks the finish from every angle and smooths any flyaways. Before you go, ask how to sleep on your style and how to refresh it on day two. A silk pillowcase, a loose clip and a little dry shampoo can stretch a good blowout further.
Recent work at Urban Loxx
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Ash blonde balayage with soft waves, back view
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How do I make a blowout last for several days?
Sleep matters most. Loosely twist your hair into a high bun, or pin it with a soft clip, and use a silk or satin pillowcase to cut down on friction. Skip workouts that soak your hairline for the first day if you can.
Moisture is the enemy of a smooth finish. Wear a shower cap in the bathroom and keep an umbrella handy on damp days. On day two or three, a little dry shampoo at the roots and a quick pass with a round brush or flat iron can bring the style back. A sleek blowout often holds for a few days, though it depends on your hair type and the weather.
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Is the Luxury Blowout worth adding on?
It depends on what you want from the visit. A regular Blowout gets you a sleek finish. The Luxury Blowout gives you the same smooth result, plus time to relax and some extra care for your scalp and strands.
The scalp massage helps you unwind. The Ozone Micro Mist Steamer hydrates and conditions, a nice extra if your hair often feels dry. Seven-color light therapy is added for shine. It makes a nice gift or a pre-event treat. If your hair feels rough or dry most of the time, also look at our hair treatments for deeper care. Current pricing for all three services is on our Service Menu.
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How should I come to a wash and style appointment?
No special prep is needed, since your hair is washed at the salon. If your hair knots easily, brush out the tangles before you come in. If you have the option, wear a top that buttons or zips, so you do not pull it over a fresh style.
Bring a photo of the finish you want, especially for Wash & Style, where your stylist can do curls, waves or straight. Let them know about any recent color, keratin or smoothing treatment. You can pick a stylist from our team and book online. For a big event, book early in case your preferred time fills up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get curls with a Blowout?
The Blowout is a smooth, sleek finish and does not include curl styling or updos. If you want curls or waves, book Wash & Style, where your stylist uses hot tools like a curling iron to create them. For pinned styles, look at our updos instead.
What does the Ozone Micro Mist Steamer do?
The Ozone Micro Mist Steamer is part of the Luxury Blowout. It surrounds your hair with a fine, warm mist that hydrates and conditions. It is a calm, relaxing step, and it comes alongside a scalp massage and seven-color light therapy for shine.
Will a blowout work on very curly hair?
Yes, a blowout can smooth curly hair for a sleek finish that lasts until your next wash or until humidity gets in. It may need more time and tension than straight hair. Ask your stylist what to expect. For smoothing that lasts for weeks, compare a keratin treatment.
Can I book a wash and style before a party or event?
Yes, that is a very common reason to book. Plan your visit close to the event so the style is fresh. Tell your stylist about your outfit and the weather forecast. If you want your hair pinned up, book an updo instead.
Is it OK to get a blowout on color-treated hair?
Yes. Let your stylist know your hair is colored so they can use heat protection and avoid overly hot tools on fragile ends. Frequent high heat can fade some colors faster, so a weekly blowout is fine, but daily flat ironing at home is harder on hair.
How long will my wash and style stay looking good?
It varies with your hair type and plans. Curls from hot tools often relax over the first day, especially in humidity. Straight, smooth finishes tend to last longer. Pin curls loosely at night, avoid steam and refresh with a light hairspray to keep it going.
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