What happens during service
The service begins with a double shampoo to cleanse and prepare medium-length hair for styling. We follow with a structured blow-dry using a 12-15 point blow-dry brush set that shapes sections and builds the base of the style. Price: $75 and Duration: 45 MINUTES are the stated service parameters for this menu item.
After the blowout we finish and refine the shape using the brush set to set volume, smoothness, or bend. If you want additional thermal shaping, we curl or flat iron after the blowout for an extra $20. Prices are subject to change based on length, texture and density, which may affect time and cost.
How hair type affects result
Length, texture and density change how the 12-15 point brush set performs: finer hair responds differently than thick or coarse strands, and denser hair may need more sectioning. Those differences influence drying time, final movement, and the amount of product we use, which is why prices and timing can vary from the baseline.
Local climate also matters in La Jolla. The Mediterranean coastal air and marine layer can influence frizz and hold, so we factor humidity and your daily routine when setting a style. Tell your stylist about beach plans, commute, or activities so we can suggest adjustments to shape or product choices.
Styling choices and trade-offs
The 12-15 point brush set gives a range from flatter, smoother finishes to fuller, rounded volume depending on brush size and tension. Choosing more volume can sacrifice some long-term smoothness; a sleeker finish may require extra product or a light pass with a flat iron after the blowout for an additional $20.
Timing and convenience influence choices: many clients book around morning beach activities or lunchtime and after-work hours since The Hair Lounge of La Jolla is easy to reach from UC San Diego, UTC and I-5. Shorter appointments prioritize a polished, quick finish; more detailed styling takes additional time and may change pricing.
