A guide from Belle Ame Hair Salon in Lancaster

If your hair feels dry, dull, weakened, frizzy or simply harder to manage than it used to, the right professional hair treatment can make a real difference. But with so many treatment names and formulas available, how do you know which one your hair actually needs?
At Belle Ame, our experienced Lancaster hairdressers will always look at the condition of your hair, listen to what is bothering you and recommend the treatment most likely to give you the result you want. You do not need to arrive speaking fluent hairdresser or knowing the difference between moisture, bond repair and keratin. That is what we are here for.
Belle Ame offers a range of in-salon hair treatments for dry, damaged, blonde, coloured and frizzy hair. This guide explains the different options and who each one may suit best.

Why choose a professional in-salon hair treatment?

Colouring, lightening, heated styling, sun exposure, chlorine, salt water and everyday wear can all affect the condition of your hair. Cold weather and central heating can also leave it feeling dry or brittle, while humidity can make frizz much harder to control.
Home hair masks and conditioners can be very helpful, but professional hair treatments use salon-quality formulas and are selected for your hair’s particular needs. Depending on the treatment, they can replenish moisture, strengthen weakened hair, support damaged bonds, protect coloured or blonde hair, smooth frizz and make your hair feel softer, shinier and easier to manage.
It is worth remembering that, while a treatment can make a real difference to how your hair looks and feels, badly split ends may still need a trim. Our team will always give you honest advice about what will help.

Why choose a professional in-salon hair treatment?

1. Moisture Mask: for dry, dehydrated or dull hair

Hair that lacks moisture can feel rough, brittle, tangled or lacking in shine. It may be naturally dry, or it may have become dehydrated through heated styling, seasonal weather, sun exposure or swimming.
Belle Ame’s Moisture Mask is a professional deep-conditioning treatment designed to nourish and hydrate the hair. It is a lovely option if your hair needs extra softness and shine, but does not necessarily require intensive bond repair. It can also be added to a regular salon appointment as a little extra care for your hair.

Best suited to: dry, dehydrated, dull or coarse-feeling hair that needs moisture, softness and shine.

2. Davines Heart of Glass Intense Duo Treatment with Bonder: for blonde or lightened hair

Blonde, highlighted and lightened hair often needs more targeted care. The lightening process can leave the hair more porous and vulnerable to dryness, weakness and breakage, while environmental factors can affect its condition and appearance between colour appointments.
Heart of Glass is Davines’ specialist care range for natural and colour-treated blonde hair. Belle Ame’s Heart of Glass Intense Duo Treatment with Bonder combines nourishing care with bond support, helping the hair feel stronger, smoother and better protected while maintaining that healthy, glossy finish we all want from our colour.
Davines has also thought carefully about the range’s environmental impact. Its Heart of Glass packaging uses post-consumer recycled plastic and is designed to be recyclable. Davines says the Intense Treatment is made at its 100% CO2-neutral Davines Village, and that the product’s carbon emissions are offset from raw materials through to the customer, excluding the use phase. It is a thoughtful choice for clients who want professional blonde care from a brand with a clear sustainability commitment.

Best suited to: blonde, highlighted, bleached or lightened hair that needs strengthening, conditioning and protection.

3. INNOluxe: for weakened or damaged hair

If your hair has been weakened by colouring, bleaching or other chemical services, it may need more than moisture alone. INNOluxe is a professional bond-building hair treatment that uses Advanced AminoBond Technology to support and rebuild the hair from within.
The treatment helps to improve strength and condition, leaving hair feeling soft, shiny, full of life and more resilient. It is often followed with Balance Plus to give the hair the nourishing and conditioning ingredients it needs after the bond-building stage.
INNOluxe can be particularly useful alongside colour services because it helps address the type of weakness associated with chemical processing. Your stylist can advise whether it should be added to your appointment or booked as a separate treatment.

Best suited to: weakened, over-processed, colour-damaged or lightened hair that needs bond repair and greater resilience.

4. Fibre Clinix: a personalised treatment for your hair

No two heads of hair are exactly the same. You might have coloured hair that also feels dry, or fine hair that has become weakened through lightening and heat styling. Schwarzkopf Professional Fibre Clinix is a customisable in-salon treatment, which means your stylist can tailor it to the condition of your hair and what it needs most.
The treatment uses professional bond-repair technology and can be combined with targeted boosters for damaged, dry or coloured hair. Depending on the combination chosen for you, it can help improve strength, softness, shine and manageability.
At Belle Ame, Fibre Clinix is available from £11 and can be booked as a standalone treatment or added to a colour appointment. Your stylist will assess your hair and choose the most suitable treatment and booster combination, so there is no need to work it out for yourself before you book.

Best suited to: anyone looking for a personalised salon treatment for concerns such as damage, dryness, weakness or colour care.

5. Keratin Control: for frizzy or difficult-to-manage hair

If frizz, puffiness or unruly texture makes your hair time-consuming to style, a salon keratin treatment may be the best option. Belle Ame’s Keratin Control treatment is designed to smooth the hair, reduce frizz, add shine and make it feel healthier and easier to manage.
This is not a chemical straightening treatment. It smooths and controls the hair without permanently removing all of its natural movement. It can suit most hair types, including coloured, highlighted or previously straightened hair, once your stylist has checked its condition.
With the correct aftercare, the smoothing results can last for up to six months. Your stylist will explain how to care for your hair afterwards, including which shampoo and conditioner to use and what to avoid immediately following the appointment.

Best suited to: frizzy, unruly or difficult-to-style hair when the main goal is smoother, shinier and more manageable hair.
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Moisture or repair: what is the difference?

It can be hard to tell whether your hair needs moisture or repair. Dry hair often needs hydration and nourishment. Damaged hair may have been weakened and need bond-building support. The two can look and feel quite similar, and some hair needs both.
This is where a chat with your stylist really helps. They can look at your hair’s texture, colour history and current condition, then recommend the treatment that best matches the result you want.

Book a hair treatment in Lancaster

Belle Ame is an award-winning, top-rated Lancaster hair salon with more than 250 five-star Google reviews. You will find our friendly team of hairdressers in Lancaster town centre at 91 Penny Street.
Not sure which professional hair treatment to choose? Book a salon appointment or get in touch for advice. We will listen to what you want, look at your hair and help you choose the treatment most likely to give you the best results.
Call 01524 67000 or use our online hair salon booking system to arrange your appointment.

Frequently asked questions about salon hair treatments

Are professional hair treatments worth it?

Yes, if it is the right treatment for your hair. Your stylist can look at its condition and choose a professional formula that targets what it actually needs.

What is the best salon treatment for damaged hair?

The best treatment depends on the type and level of damage. INNOluxe is designed for hair weakened by colouring, bleaching or chemical services, while Fibre Clinix can be tailored to damage, dryness, weakness and colour care. Your stylist will check your hair before recommending either treatment.

What is the best salon treatment for dry hair?

For hair that mainly needs hydration, Belle Ame’s Moisture Mask is a lovely deep-conditioning option. If your hair is both dry and weakened, a customised Fibre Clinix treatment may be more suitable.

Which salon treatment is best for frizzy hair?

If frizz and manageability are your main concerns, Keratin Control is Belle Ame’s professional hair smoothing treatment. It helps smooth and control the hair without permanently removing all of its natural movement.

How often should I have an in-salon hair treatment?

This depends on your hair, the treatment and how often you colour or heat-style it. A moisture or bond treatment may be added to selected appointments, while Keratin Control is a longer-lasting service. Your Belle Ame stylist will recommend a sensible schedule without treating your hair more often than necessary.

Can I have a treatment with my colour appointment?

Some treatments can be incorporated into a colour appointment or added afterwards. The best combination depends on your chosen colour service and the condition of your hair, so please ask the team when booking.

How much do hair treatments cost at Belle Ame?

Current treatment prices start from £11 for Fibre Clinix, £16 for the Moisture Mask, £25 for the Davines Heart of Glass Intense Duo Treatment with Bonder and £27 for INNOluxe. Keratin Control starts from £140. Please check the price list or ask the salon for the latest prices when booking.