Service overview and approach
This appointment is a style-only session: we do not shampoo. Using pipecleaners we shape individual Sisterlocks into defined curls while your hair is dry and set. The technique focuses on forming uniform spiral or ringlet shapes without a wash step, preserving your installed retightening and minimizing manipulation during the 60-minute styling window.
Expect a focused, single-service appointment priced at $120 and scheduled for 60 minutes. Although $120 is our listed rate, final cost can vary with lock length and density. We recommend booking ahead during May, August, and December when demand rises before summer, back-to-school, and holiday events in the Atlanta area.
How curls are formed
Pipecleaners are wrapped around individual Sisterlocks to set a curl pattern without heat. The tool holds each lock in a spiral while the stylist shapes tension and direction for consistent curl formation. Because no shampoo is applied, the method relies on physical shaping and time to form the curl rather than chemical or thermal setting.
Curl size and definition depend on lock length, thickness, and the chosen pipecleaner diameter. Local humid subtropical weather in Atlanta — hot, humid summers and frequent summer storms — can influence hold and frizz; tighter wrapping and protective overnight covers can improve longevity. Communicate your event timing and daily routine before styling so the outcome matches practical needs.
Aftercare and styling longevity
Because the service does not include washing, avoid wetting your hair immediately after the appointment to let curls set fully. Protect curls overnight with a satin scarf or bonnet and sleep on a satin pillowcase when possible. For clients commuting from I-285 or Veterans Memorial Highway, plan travel to minimize exposure to rain or humidity after styling.
Clients regularly mention an informative, relaxing salon atmosphere that makes the 60-minute session feel comfortable. We offer evening and weekend slots for families and event-ready styling near Mable House Amphitheatre and the Silver Comet Trail. Expect attentive consultation about curl size and maintenance before any pipecleaner work begins.
