Blow Dry & Styling

Curling or Straightening on Dry Hair

£10 – £20
30 mins

Our Curling or Straightening on Dry Hair service gives you sleek straightening or soft, defined curls with a polished finish. At Faking It, we use professional tools, heat protection, and precise sectioning to achieve smooth, long-lasting results with reduced frizz. Ideal when you want salon styling without a wash or blow-dry.

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What's Included

We focus on healthy hair and a polished, wearable finish.

  • Brief consultation to confirm your look.
  • Heat protection and hair prep.
  • Precision sectioning with professional irons or tongs.
  • Tailored technique for your hair type and desired shape.
  • Finishing products for hold, shine, and frizz control.
  • Light brush-out with tips for maintainable styling.
  • Performed on dry hair. Wash or blow-dry not included.

Who It's For

Great for anyone who wants reliable curls or a sleek, straight look without a wash. Suitable for most hair types, including extensions if heat-safe. Ideal for meetings, nights out, photos, and last-minute plans.

Duration & Appointment Timing

This service takes 30 minutes. Arrive 5 minutes early with clean, fully dry hair, free from heavy oils. Very long or thick hair may need extra time. If you are unsure, call us before booking.

Aftercare & Maintenance

  • Avoid touching until hair cools to set the shape.
  • Keep hair dry for at least three hours after curling.
  • Use a light-hold spray or a smoothing serum to tame flyaways.
  • Sleep on silk or satin to reduce friction and frizz.
  • Refresh with low heat the next day, always using heat protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you wash my hair first?
No. This service is for clean, completely dry hair. If you need a wash and blow-dry, book a blow-dry with heat styling instead.
How long will the style last?
Usually one to two days, depending on your hair and care. Humidity, product build-up, and touching your hair can reduce hold.
Can you style hair with extensions?
Yes, most extensions are suitable if they are heat-safe. Please tell us the method when booking so we can adapt technique and products.
What should I do before arriving?
Arrive with clean, fully dry hair, free from heavy oils or residue. Brush through tangles and avoid tight bands to prevent marks.
Is heat protection always used?
Yes. We apply professional heat protection and set safe temperatures for your hair type. This helps minimise breakage and keeps shine.

Available Team Members

These team members perform this service

  • Black-and-white portrait of Sarah Bailey, Deputy Manager and Head Stylist at Faking It, seated against a floral backdrop.
    Sarah Bailey
    Deputy Manager and Head Stylist.
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Sharron Jellis, owner and founder of Faking It Hairdressing & Beauty, Northampton.
    Sharron Jellis
    Salon Owner
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Olivia Lambe, Stylist and Colour Specialist at Faking It, smiling against a floral backdrop.
    Olivia Lambe
    Creative Director Stylist
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Natasha Morgan, Hair Stylist at Faking It, wearing a branded salon T-shirt against a floral backdrop.
    Natasha Morgan
    Stylist
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  • Black-and-white portrait of Violet Thorn, Junior Stylist at Faking It, smiling in a salon setting.
    Violet Thorn
    Junior Stylist
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