Start with the result you want. If you are looking for a smoother finish or help managing frizz, discuss your hair and styling routine with Zahara. Ask how the specific treatment will affect your texture and whether it matches your goal.
Keratin and protein are broad service labels. The formula, your hair condition and the process used matter. A service name alone cannot promise a particular result, a fixed number of months or suitability for every hair history.
Artistly's menu lists Keratin / Protein Treatment — from $200 CAD, 2 hr 30 min, bookable with Zahara. The price is a starting price. Confirm the final total, any applicable tax and the appointment plan before work begins.
What actually happens in the chair.
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Discuss your hair and goal
Tell Zahara about recent colour, bleach, perms, smoothing and any breakage. Bring product names or dates if you know them, along with a photograph of the finish you want.
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Agree on the treatment plan
Ask which formula will be used, what result is realistic for your hair and what the complete price includes. Confirm the plan before the treatment starts.
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Allow time for the service
The menu reserves 2 hr 30 min. Preparation, application and styling depend on the chosen treatment and your hair. Your artist can explain those steps and advise if your appointment needs a different plan.
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Leave with specific aftercare
Ask when you can wash or style your hair, which products are suitable and how to maintain the result. Confirm when to reassess your hair before repeating the service.
Choose the service for your goal.
Keratin / Protein Treatment starts at $200 with a 2 hr 30 min booking. Discuss this option if your goal is a smoother finish, and ask what the specific formula can realistically do for your hair.
Perms are a different service to discuss when your goal involves curl or wave. Artistly's men's perm starts at $100 and the women's perm starts at $130. Tell your artist about any planned colour or smoothing so the services can be assessed together.
The 45-minute treatment options include Hydration and De-Frizz, each from $45; FORTIFY and Colour Vibrancy Booster, each from $50. Choose with your artist's guidance rather than assuming they offer the same results or duration as keratin.
Compare the hair treatment menu and read our guide to treatment duration and planning for questions to bring to your appointment.
Aftercare for your treatment.
Ask for instructions for the product used on your hair. There is no single wash delay, shampoo rule or repeat-booking interval that fits every keratin or protein service.
Before your first wash: confirm when washing, tying or styling your hair is appropriate. Follow the instructions given for your appointment rather than a generic waiting period online.
At home: ask which shampoo, conditioner and styling products are suitable, and what heat settings your artist recommends. Mention swimming or other activities that may affect the plan.
If you are also colouring: have your artist plan the order and spacing of the services. The right sequence depends on the products, your hair history and your goal.
Before booking again: discuss how the result is wearing and have your hair reassessed. Treat any estimated duration as guidance for your treatment, not a guarantee or an automatic schedule to repeat it.
Questions we get asked.
What does a keratin treatment actually do?
Artistly offers Keratin / Protein Treatment for clients looking to discuss a smoother finish and frizz management. Ask how the specific formula will affect your texture and what result is realistic for your hair. Different treatments should not be assumed to give the same finish.
How long does a keratin treatment last?
Duration depends on the formula, your hair and aftercare. Ask Zahara for the expected range for your specific treatment. A general month range is not a guarantee, and your hair should be reassessed before deciding when to repeat the service.
How long is the appointment?
The published booking slot is 2 hr 30 min. Set aside that time and ask the salon whether your hair or requested plan needs a different appointment length.
What is the aftercare?
Follow the product-specific instructions from your artist. Before leaving, confirm when you can wash, tie or style your hair, which products are suitable, and any guidance for heat styling or swimming.
Does it work on coloured or highlighted hair?
Suitability requires an assessment of your hair and the formula to be used. Tell your artist about colour, bleach and other recent treatments. If you also plan to colour, ask the salon to decide the order and spacing of both services.
Does a keratin treatment damage your hair?
A service name alone is not enough to promise that a treatment will be suitable or damage-free. Discuss your hair condition, treatment history, the product and the process with your artist before proceeding, especially if you have noticed breakage.
How is it different from a perm?
The services address different styling goals. Discuss keratin or protein treatment when you want a smoother finish, and a perm when your goal involves curl or wave. Explain your desired result and previous treatments so your artist can advise which service, if any, fits.
Can I walk in for this service?
Please call 431-844-5500 to check availability before coming in. Keratin / Protein Treatment is bookable with Zahara and has a 2 hr 30 min appointment slot.
Is the price a fixed $200?
No. Keratin / Protein Treatment starts at $200 CAD. Confirm the final price, any applicable tax and what is included with the salon before treatment.
Keratin / Protein Treatment is bookable with Zahara. Check available times or call the salon to discuss the appointment.
Review the service and starting price on the booking page, then confirm the full price and appointment plan with your artist before work starts.
567 St Anne's Rd, Unit 2, Winnipeg, MB R2M 3G5 — in St Vital. 431-844-5500
Monday 10–7 · Tuesday to Saturday 10–8 · Sunday 10–6. See directions and hours.