This month, Define artists Stefany Fisher, Alyssa Joseph, and Sierra Wren take us on a deep dive into why salon quality haircare creates lasting results and doesn’t have to break the bank! 

Alyssa and Stefany can’t stress enough why using salon quality products vs. drug store products makes all the difference when it comes to your hair! Salon quality products use higher quality ingredients which leads to a higher concentration that will nourish and protect the hair. Due to the concentration of the products you’ll need to use less per use, meaning your products will last much longer. Not to mention when you’re buying from a salon, you have the recommendations from a professional and that takes the questioning away of what products to use. Drug store quality products may be more budget friendly but they could have the potential to be filled with sulfates and other potentially harmful chemicals. Harsh chemicals can lead to stripping the natural oil from the hair which actually does the reverse effect of what you think it would do – it actually causes dryness and damage.  Many of our lines at Define Hair use sustainable products from the earth, like plant and fruit extracts, essential oils, minerals and natural protein sources that are sourced naturally – an added bonus! 

These harsh chemicals in products can also lead to stripping the color of the hair.  Stefany reminds us that our hair color and toners/glazes can fade much faster when we are using shampoos with sulfates and other color stripping chemicals. All of our product lines at Define are sulfate and paraben free, ensuring safe results, color vibrancy and long last color maintenance.  We have a variety of amazing, salon professional grade products to choose from all varying in prices depending on your budget. Don’t be afraid to talk to your stylist about what you’re comfortable spending on your products so we can accurately choose a product that will be best for you. 

So how do salon quality products measure up cost wise? Sierra takes us on a comparison to show that salon quality doesn’t have to equal expensive! Let’s take Pantene moisture shampoo for example. Coming in at $7-$10 for 9.6oz, it hits the mark by being paraben free but the top ingredients are sodium lauryl sulfate and  sodium laureth sulfate which can overly cleanse, resulting in stripping of those natural oils and results of color or straightening services. Even other “higher quality” brands like Kristin Ess or Monday shampoo come in at $11 and $12 for less ounces. Our salon grade Alurum moisture shampoo is $16.99 for 12oz but is paraben free, sulfate free, cruelty free and 100% color safe.  The extra $6.99 for peace of mind and color protection = we say worth it! Not to mention when you shop small at Define, you are earning free rewards with every retail purchase and contributing to your stylist’s continuing education fund. 

Ready to trade in your drugstore goods for salon quality choices? All through the month of April, recycle your non-Define brands of hair and skincare and save up to 20% off new home care products. Bring your goodies at your next appointment to save big and create long lasting results that will make your hair say thank you!