Longing for Healthy, Silky Hair? Keratin Treatment to the Rescue!

Does the Georgia humidity have you down or are you just looking to improve the health of your hair? Have you heard of our Keratin Complex Treatments?  Keratin is vital to your hair and maintaining the proper level of keratin can make a world of difference in the texture and appearance of your hair.

Why keratin? Because your hair is made up of keratin. This protein helps to make up the natural structure of your hair and affects the strength and overall health of your hair. Keratin forms a protective shield around the hair and when your hair is full of keratin it leads to stronger, healthier hair.

Your hair loses its natural keratin every single day. This happens through the environment and daily stressors, like heat styling, chemical treatments, dry or humid weather, and even the age of your hair.  The loss of keratin can cause damaged hair which can result in dry, brittle, frizzy, and dull hair. Reviving your hair with a Keratin Treatment helps you achieve soft, silky, shiny, and smooth hair. No matter the type or texture, keratin will help you achieve the goal of beautiful and healthy hair. The absolute BEST thing you can do to help with the loss of keratin is to invest in a Keratin Complex Treatment.

What Are Some Keratin Treatment Benefits?

Keratin treatments have so many benefits for your hair including…

• Cutting your blow-drying/styling time in half

• Preventing frizz

• Protecting hair from humidity

• Smoothing out the hair cuticle

• Less tangling

• Strengthening the hair shaft

• Reducing texture

• Keeping your hair sleek and shiny

What Does a Keratin Treatment Entail?

Keratin treatments are done by prepping your hair, applying the keratin treatment, and then sealing it in with heat. A Keratin Complex treatment can give you soft, silky, shiny, and smooth hair that lasts from 6 weeks up to 5 months, depending on the treatment used. We also offer a Keratin Express treatment; the express treatment is a little less intense and focuses mainly on targeting any of your problem areas. The Express Keratin lasts from 6 weeks to about 2 months. The Express treatment also takes about an hour or two whereas the full treatment can take up to four hours.

We only use the best keratin on the market to protect you and your hair. Keratin Complex is formaldehyde free, gluten-free and they don’t test on animals!

A keratin treatment can eliminate frizz, protect the hair from humidity, strengthen the hair shaft, reduce texture, look-in color services, add shine, and decrease styling time.

Keratin Complex treatments restore health to provide the straightening and smoothing effect without permanently changing the structure. This gives you the ability to style your hair however you’d like! If you love a lived-in wave or big glamorous curls, you can still achieve those looks with a Keratin Complex Treatment! There is a misconception that keratin means “straight hair.” Keratin just means healthy, strong, and smooth hair for all hair types.

How long does a Keratin Treatment last?

Our Keratin Complex Treatments can last up to 5 months if properly taken care of! Investing in some good Keratin rich products will help you get the best results. We recommend our Keratin Therapy Shampoo and Keratin Therapy Conditioner. Every use helps deposit Keratin back into the hair. Plus, they are both sulfate-free, color safe, and smell heavenly!

To sum it up, keratin can be a great addition to a healthy hair routine. The replenishment of lost keratin in the hair can have a long-lasting healthy outcome. Ask your stylist if a Keratin Treatment might be right for you. 

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Wondering if a Keratin Treatment could be right for you? Ask one of our stylists!

Bellami Extensions Make Your Hair Dreams Come True

“Bringing your hair dreams to life is truly something that we are passionate about and no matter what the goal is we feel confident we can make that happen”

At Matthew’s & Co. Salon, we love to make hair transformations happen. Bringing your hair dreams to life is truly something that we are passionate about and no matter what the goal is we feel confident we can make that happen. One of our favorite ways to make hair goals happen is with extensions.

Our most trusted and well-loved brand is Bellami. We sell more Bellami extensions than any other salon in the southeast! Some of our lead stylists here at MCS are the top educators for Bellami and are extremely educated and passionate about extensions. Having an educated stylist is the most important thing when it comes to starting your extension journey. The installation is the most crucial part and a properly educated stylist will make sure everything goes smoothly and no damage is done to the hair. One thing we don’t offer is tape-in extensions, we always try and keep in mind what’s best for the health of your hair, so we prefer to offer other damage-free alternatives!

Bellami Hair offers the highest quality cuticle Remy hair extensions. They have the highest standards in quality control which ensure the consistency and quality of every pack of extensions. We can always count on Bellami to deliver hair perfection. Bellami also has the largest and most saturated colors out there with over 50 of the most incredibly beautiful shades in Natural, Balayage, Ombre, Sombre, and Rooted.

Extensions are such a wonderful way to change up your look or allow you to have hair that you never thought was possible. Not every extension transformation is something intense or dramatic, sometimes it's as simple and natural as adding fullness around the face or a little bit of volume.

With Bellami extensions we have so many options and so much variety to choose from. Whether you are interested in a weft, K-tips, or others.

“Extensions are such a wonderful way to change up your look or allow you to have hair that you never thought was possible”

Right now, we are absolutely LOVING the weft extensions. Wefts are perfect to create some thick, gorgeous hair.  Weft extensions are super easy on your hair and cause no damage. The weft is simply sewn in with your natural hair and you are good to go! The process is painless and usually takes an hour or less and once the weft hair extensions are in place, they can last up to a year before being taken out. Although, depending on how quickly your hair grows, the extensions will need to be moved up every 6-8 weeks. Unlike other forms of extensions, weft hair extensions will keep the hair from tangling, saving you hours of time when styling and brushing.  If you are looking to add volume and length to your natural locks, without the commitment of a permanent weave or color, weft hair extensions are an incredible alternative to the more lasting options. Quick to apply, painless, and non-damaging to hair, weft extensions look natural and will feel great.

If you were interested in something more permanent and long-lasting, we recommend K-tip extensions. K-tips are perfect for our fine to medium-hair clients out there. K- tip extensions on average can be kept for up to 4 months with little damage to the natural hair. To achieve a naturally fuller and more voluminous appearance to hair, these extensions are tipped with a non-damaging Keratin bond. Then, the hair is sectioned into pieces and the extension is bonded to the natural hair. Keratin tip hair extensions provide the most natural look and feel to your hair. K-tip hair extensions allow for 360-degree movement, which means they can be styled any way you like. With other extension styles, you must style them in a particular way to prevent the seams or beads from being visible. With K-tips you can rock a ponytail, bun, or even an updo! Also, the maintenance of K-tip extensions is easier than other types of hair extensions. Once they are installed, you don’t have to worry about them. Just take care of them like your natural hair.

Whether you are looking for the mermaid hair of your dreams or just a little bit of volume and fullness we have got you covered! Look no further than right here at Matthew’s & Co. we have the most talented and educated staff to help you create hair magic. Come on in and let us start your extension journey today!

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Ready for a hair transformation? Get in touch with one of our MCS staff members for a consultation.

Summer Hair Care, Tips & Products

Summer is here! The birds are singing, the sun is shining and the weather is completely changing.

While summer is mostly about kicking your feet up on a beach somewhere, it’s also a very important time to be vigilant about your haircare and skincare routine. UV rays, saltwater and humidity can wreak havoc on your skin and hair. It is very important to protect your hair from the sun and the elements, just like you would protect your skin! Just one week at the beach could potentially ruin your investment. 

Taking care of your skin is super easy! We have an amazing esthetician who uses the best products. If you need SPF protection, anti-aging, or hydrating products look no further than Image Skincare. Image skincare offers three phenomenal products with SPF that cater to every skin type. We’ve got the Image Prevention+ daily tinted moisturizer, the Daily Matte moisturizer for oily skin and the Restoring Daily Defense moisturizer for dry skin!  These are lightweight and very easy to use! We even have the Image Post Collagen lip treatment which has SPF 15 in it.  

The best place to start when it comes to taking care of your hair is with your shampoo and conditioner. We are now offering ALL of our MCS shampoos and conditioners in a perfect 2oz travel size! We highly recommend our Keratin shampoo and conditioner. Keratin is an anti-humectant and it keeps your hair incredibly soft and shiny. Keratin protects and strengthens your hair and promotes hair growth! 

For maximum soothing and hydration we recommend our Silk Protein line!

With silk nutrients and proteins it is perfect for any hair type. It’s incredibly moisturizing without weighing your hair down!  It is also very important to follow up with leave-in treatments! We’ve got our new and improved Take me to the beach of course! Take me to the beach is more than just an amazing leave-in conditioner and detangler...it’s also a UV protectant! If you need sunscreen for your body you also need it for your hair! The sun can dry out and damage your hair and even fade your color, nobody wants that! Grab a travel size for your beach bag and spray down your hair right there on the beach! 

Smooth-e is another great option to protect and nourish your hair. It's an easy to use and travel friendly leave in conditioner! This treatment and straightening balm will be sure to bring life and moisture back to your tired and frizzy hair. 

Before you hit the beach, lake, or pool make sure you AND your hair are prepared! Swing on by and talk to us about all of your product needs and hair concerns. We’d love to help and there’s no better time to stock up!

Tips to Protect Your Hair (and Scalp) This Summer

While spending time playing in the water or working on your suntan might be your main priorities this summer, there is one thing you shouldn’t forget about - the havoc that UV rays can wreak on your hair and scalp. While we all probably know how important it is to wear sunscreen in order to protect our body and face from harmful rays, we often forget about applying the same protection to our scalp and hair. That’s why in this post we will be sharing a few tips to keep your locks looking beautiful all summer long. But first, here are some stats to drive our point home - protecting your hair and scalp is ESSENTIAL!

If you step outside without protection, you’re increasing the chances that your color will fade (due to oxidation) and your hair will turn brittle (due to loss of moisture) which could lead to thinning hair. In addition, the free radicals produced by wind, chlorine, and saltwater can compromise your hair fiber leading to a brittle texture. And since chemically treated hair is more vulnerable to moisture loss, it’s even more important to protect your hair if you color your hair. For example, those who dye their hair blonde may experience a brassy appearance if they go out in the sun unprotected. And we don’t want that!!

Here are a few tips to keep your locks looking beautiful all summer long…

1. Switch to our Silk Protein Shampoo and Silk Protein Condition or our Anguilla Shampoo and Anguilla Conditioner.

2. Book a deep conditioning treatment ($45-$55) or purchase our Argan Oil Restorative Hair Mask for full hydration.

3. Rinse off saltwater or chlorine immediately after swimming.

4. Use our Vital Complex as an SPF while out in the sun.

5. Finish off your summer look with a hat for complete protection.

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Is your hair already dry and brittle? Add a deep conditioning treatment to your next cut or color for ONLY $20*** and bring your sun-damaged hair back to life!

***Has to be an add-on to another service.

Why Should You Use Matthew's & Co. Salon Products?

At Matthew’s and Company Salon, we are “shearious” about your hair and what products you use! Our HAIR PRODUCTS are specifically formulated for our climate and humidity here in the Southeast region of the United States. We have a formulation company in both California and Ohio that we have teamed up with to provide only the BEST HAIR CARE for our clients. We have several products containing keratin and silicone along with the best anti-humectants which help with frizz and maintaining a sleek, shiny and straight style for Georgia’s crazy hot climate. Our salon is well known for the variety of products that keep your hair HEALTHY and looking FABULOUS.

We have everything to offer with our CUSTOM product line from volumizers, smoothers, hairsprays and texturizers to essential oils and even bath and shower gels. Our VAST VARIETY of hair products puts us a “cut” above other salons! We also have shampoo and conditioning systems specifically targeted towards curly, dull, and damaged hair. Anything you need when it comes to hair care, I assure you we provide it here at Matthew’s & Co. Salon . Our “Tousle Me Softly”, “Oomph”, and “Root Booster” are volumizers that really get ahold of your hair and give you that extra “Oomph”. Let’s get things STRAIGHT.. to give you the sleek BEAUTIFUL HAIR that you desire, we provide products like “Smooth Reaction” and “Smooth-E” which have a bonus of protecting your hair from heat when styling. All of our MCS products are $20.00 or less excluding our 32oz bottles.

Your Hair is an investment that must be taken care of and here at Matthew’s and Company salon our products will protect that investment. Just like owning your dream car, you do not take it to the shady mechanic that will rip you off and tell you things you don’t need. Instead, you take your car back to the dealership you trust and who took care of you during your purchase so you know you are in good hands. You will be saving money and protecting your investment!!

Here at Matthew’s & Co. we consider ourselves hairapists. Each of our stylists are here to give you the prescription you need to keep your HAIR PROTECTED and in the BEST CONDITION possible. Everyone’s hair is unique and we know exactly which products would work BEST for you to achieve your DREAM HAIR!

Matthew has been formulating hair care products for over 10 years! He is extremely selective with his branding and sincerely cares about putting his name on only the BEST HAIR products. Matthew is truly passionate about the products he provides and puts much time and effort in perfecting his formulations, unlike most products. You can purchase any of our products either in our salon or online at our website at www.Matthews-Co-Salon.com. Come on in to Mathew’s & Co. salon where you can be pampered and will leave looking your best!

Quick steps to re-create your pro blow out!

As we all know there are many different techniques to style your hair, from the blow drier to your hot tools (curling iron, flat iron, deep waver etc.)  This will be a little step by step way to speed up the time of styling while also giving you the 'just stepped out of the salon' look every morning! 

Step 1: Choose the Right Products

The start the every good style out is choosing the right products. No matter what texture your hair is you should always start out with a leave in conditioner and heat protector.

Step 2: Application

Next step is applying a root booster lightly around the top section. Once all your products have been applied and evenly distributed (brushed through the hair evenly) you are ready to start blow drying. 

Step 3: Power Dry

When blow drying you should always power dry your hair to about 80-90 percent dry, this means quick blow dry with out using a brush. While power drying make sure to focus on the roots first, doing so will allow the water to travel down the hair shaft evenly reducing frizz.

Step 4: Sectioning

Next, you're ready to start sectioning, we suggest investing in multiple clips and pre-sectioning the entire head from the beginning. Always start from the nape of the neck and work your way up, leaving the middle (mohawk section) for last, keeping wet hair separated from dry hair will also reduce frizz.

The part where most all clients get confused is using the round brush. The easiest way to get comfortable is by rotating the nozzle of the blow drier (the little attachment we all throw away when we get new blow driers).  Doing this will prevent you from twisting your wrist in an uncomfortable position. Pushing your hair in the opposite direction of where you wear it is how you will create your volume.  

Step 5: To Hot or Not

Once all of your hair is completely dry you can then decide to use a hot tool or just complete the look with a finishing product! 

*image by Flickr

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