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Consultation at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Discuss hair loss, scalp health, PRP treatments, and loc care with a professional assessment and treatment or maintenance plan before premium services. Virtual consultations are held via Google Meet, with a link emailed 30 minutes before your appointment. All recommendations, services, pricing, and treatment plans discussed during your virtual consultation are subject to change or cancellation without refund based on the in-person assessment.

Consultation

Discuss hair loss, scalp health, PRP treatments, and loc care with a professional assessment and treatment or maintenance plan before premium services. Virtual consultations are held via Google Meet, with a link emailed 30 minutes before your appointment. All recommendations, services, pricing, and treatment plans discussed during your virtual consultation are subject to change or cancellation without refund based on the in-person assessment.

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Price: $0+Duration: 15+ min
Comb Retwist Root Maintenance at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Comb Retwist is typically done every 6-8 weeks. Minimal product used. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

Comb Retwist Root Maintenance

Comb Retwist is typically done every 6-8 weeks. Minimal product used. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

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Price: $125+Duration: 150+ min
Microloc Starter Locs at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
LOC CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Includes grid or brick-lay parting with interlocking installation — no micro braids or twists. Done in 2 business days by one stylist. YOU MUST CONTACT MEL BEFORE BOOKING!!! Priced for hair up to collar bone length. A total of about 16 rows are typically up to 300 locs, depending on head size and hair density. Includes: 1) Starter Locs Install 2) Check-Up Wash 2 Weeks After Install 3) Locs Warranty

Microloc Starter Locs

LOC CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Includes grid or brick-lay parting with interlocking installation — no micro braids or twists. Done in 2 business days by one stylist. YOU MUST CONTACT MEL BEFORE BOOKING!!! Priced for hair up to collar bone length. A total of about 16 rows are typically up to 300 locs, depending on head size and hair density. Includes: 1) Starter Locs Install 2) Check-Up Wash 2 Weeks After Install 3) Locs Warranty

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Price: $1350+Duration: 480+ min
Microloc 'The Works' New Client at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Our transfer service guarantees intentional care to protect the integrity, health, and longevity of your locs. Enjoy professional, unrushed service in a private suite. Your hair is treated as a long-term investment—not a routine appointment. Priced for xsmall locs to microlocs; 100-300 locs. Includes: 1) Up to 1.5 inches of new growth 2) Up to 20 loc repairs 3) Loc Splitting/Combos/Re-Mapping 4) Locs cut (if wanted) 5) Locs Shaft Crochet/Trim

Microloc 'The Works' New Client

CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Our transfer service guarantees intentional care to protect the integrity, health, and longevity of your locs. Enjoy professional, unrushed service in a private suite. Your hair is treated as a long-term investment—not a routine appointment. Priced for xsmall locs to microlocs; 100-300 locs. Includes: 1) Up to 1.5 inches of new growth 2) Up to 20 loc repairs 3) Loc Splitting/Combos/Re-Mapping 4) Locs cut (if wanted) 5) Locs Shaft Crochet/Trim

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Price: $775+Duration: 360+ min
Microloc Root Maintenance at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Microloc root maintenance is typically done every 4, 6 or 8 weeks for up to 1 inch of new growth. No product is used. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

Microloc Root Maintenance

Microloc root maintenance is typically done every 4, 6 or 8 weeks for up to 1 inch of new growth. No product is used. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

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Price: $150+Duration: 120+ min
Interlock Starter Locs at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Includes brick-lay parting. Done in one business day by one stylist. YOU MUST CONTACT MEL BEFORE BOOKING!!! Priced for hair up to collar bone length, medium-sized locs. A total of 8 rows are typically up to 85 locs depending on head size, part size, and hair density. Want extensions? $7 per loc and to be discussed in consultation. Includes: 1) Starter Locs Install 2) Check-Up Wash 2 Weeks After Install 3) Locs Warranty

Interlock Starter Locs

CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Includes brick-lay parting. Done in one business day by one stylist. YOU MUST CONTACT MEL BEFORE BOOKING!!! Priced for hair up to collar bone length, medium-sized locs. A total of 8 rows are typically up to 85 locs depending on head size, part size, and hair density. Want extensions? $7 per loc and to be discussed in consultation. Includes: 1) Starter Locs Install 2) Check-Up Wash 2 Weeks After Install 3) Locs Warranty

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Price: $450+Duration: 240+ min
Interlock 'The Works' New Client at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Our transfer service guarantees intentional care to protect the integrity, health, and longevity of your locs. Enjoy professional, unrushed service in a private suite. Your hair is treated as a long-term investment—not a routine appointment. Priced for up to 85 locs. Includes: 1) Up to 2-inches of new growth 2) Up to 10 loc repairs 3) Loc Splitting/Combos/Re-Mapping 4) Locs cut (if wanted) 5) Locs Shaft Crochet/Trim

Interlock 'The Works' New Client

CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Our transfer service guarantees intentional care to protect the integrity, health, and longevity of your locs. Enjoy professional, unrushed service in a private suite. Your hair is treated as a long-term investment—not a routine appointment. Priced for up to 85 locs. Includes: 1) Up to 2-inches of new growth 2) Up to 10 loc repairs 3) Loc Splitting/Combos/Re-Mapping 4) Locs cut (if wanted) 5) Locs Shaft Crochet/Trim

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Price: $425+Duration: 240+ min
Interlocking Root Maintenance at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Interlocking root maintenance for traditional sized locs is typically done every 10-12 weeks for up to 2 inches of new growth. No product is used. Minimal gel used, if requested. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

Interlocking Root Maintenance

Interlocking root maintenance for traditional sized locs is typically done every 10-12 weeks for up to 2 inches of new growth. No product is used. Minimal gel used, if requested. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

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Price: $150+Duration: 150+ min
Crochet Instant Starter Locks at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Includes brick-lay parting. Done in one business day by one stylist. YOU MUST CONTACT MEL BEFORE BOOKING!!! Priced for hair up to collar bone length, medium-sized locs. A total of 8 rows are typically up to 85 locs depending on head size, part size, and hair density. Want extensions? $7 per loc and to be discussed in consultation. Includes: 1) Starter Locs Install 2) Check-Up Wash 2 Weeks After Install 3) Locs Warranty

Crochet Instant Starter Locks

CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Includes brick-lay parting. Done in one business day by one stylist. YOU MUST CONTACT MEL BEFORE BOOKING!!! Priced for hair up to collar bone length, medium-sized locs. A total of 8 rows are typically up to 85 locs depending on head size, part size, and hair density. Want extensions? $7 per loc and to be discussed in consultation. Includes: 1) Starter Locs Install 2) Check-Up Wash 2 Weeks After Install 3) Locs Warranty

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Price: $650+Duration: 480+ min
Crochet 'The Works' New Client at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Our transfer package guarantees intentional care to protect the integrity, health, and longevity of your locs. Enjoy professional, unrushed service in a private suite. Your hair is treated as a long-term investment—not a routine appointment. Priced for up to 85 locs. Includes: 1) Up to 2-inches of new growth 2) Up to 10 loc repairs 3) Loc Splitting/Combos/Re-Mapping 4) Locs cut (if wanted) 5) Locs Shaft Crochet/Trim

Crochet 'The Works' New Client

CONSULTATION FIRST!!! Our transfer package guarantees intentional care to protect the integrity, health, and longevity of your locs. Enjoy professional, unrushed service in a private suite. Your hair is treated as a long-term investment—not a routine appointment. Priced for up to 85 locs. Includes: 1) Up to 2-inches of new growth 2) Up to 10 loc repairs 3) Loc Splitting/Combos/Re-Mapping 4) Locs cut (if wanted) 5) Locs Shaft Crochet/Trim

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Price: $500+Duration: 300+ min
Crochet Root Maintenance at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Crochet root maintenance is typically done every 12-14 weeks for up to 2 inches of new growth. No product is used. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

Crochet Root Maintenance

Crochet root maintenance is typically done every 12-14 weeks for up to 2 inches of new growth. No product is used. Service includes a wash. Styling is an add-on.

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Price: $200+Duration: 180+ min
Add-On Loc Hours | $75 Per Hour at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* (Standard Service) Listed loc services cover a standard loc count of up to 300 locs, a standard timeframe for maintenance, and up to 2 inches of new growth. (Additional Care) The prices listed are for routine loc maintenance only and do not include extra care. (Extended Maintenance) If your service requires care beyond routine maintenance and listed add-ons, please book "The Works" service. Otherwise, an additional charge of $75 per hour will be applied, provided the extra time can be accommodated in the schedule. Examples include, extensive repairs, loc marriage, more than 2 inches of growth, not counting locs over 300.

Add-On Loc Hours | $75 Per Hour

*Must book a main service* (Standard Service) Listed loc services cover a standard loc count of up to 300 locs, a standard timeframe for maintenance, and up to 2 inches of new growth. (Additional Care) The prices listed are for routine loc maintenance only and do not include extra care. (Extended Maintenance) If your service requires care beyond routine maintenance and listed add-ons, please book "The Works" service. Otherwise, an additional charge of $75 per hour will be applied, provided the extra time can be accommodated in the schedule. Examples include, extensive repairs, loc marriage, more than 2 inches of growth, not counting locs over 300.

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Price: $75+Duration: 45+ min
Locs Wash & Dry, Only at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Refresh your locs with a deeply cleansing, revitalizing wash designed to restore balance to the scalp and leave your locs feeling light, clean, and renewed. This service includes a thorough cleanse and dry; no retie, repair, maintenance or style included.

Locs Wash & Dry, Only

Refresh your locs with a deeply cleansing, revitalizing wash designed to restore balance to the scalp and leave your locs feeling light, clean, and renewed. This service includes a thorough cleanse and dry; no retie, repair, maintenance or style included.

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Price: $50+Duration: 75+ min
Add-On Loc Style at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service*

Add-On Loc Style

*Must book a main service*

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Price: $20+Duration: 15+ min
Add-On Loc Braids/Rope Twists at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* For the extension option, the client must purchase multiple packs (based on loc count) of Freetress Equal Double Strand Style Cuban Twist Hair.

Add-On Loc Braids/Rope Twists

*Must book a main service* For the extension option, the client must purchase multiple packs (based on loc count) of Freetress Equal Double Strand Style Cuban Twist Hair.

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Price: $40+Duration: 35+ min
Add-On Loc Petal Buns at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service*

Add-On Loc Petal Buns

*Must book a main service*

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Price: $15+Duration: 15+ min
Add-On Loc Curls at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service*

Add-On Loc Curls

*Must book a main service*

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Price: $40+Duration: 60+ min
Add-On Loc Haircut at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service*

Add-On Loc Haircut

*Must book a main service*

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Price: $20+Duration: 10+ min
Add-On Loc Shaft Trim at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service*

Add-On Loc Shaft Trim

*Must book a main service*

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Price: $50+Duration: 15+ min
Add-On Loc Shaft Crochet at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* Ideal service for locs that are frizzy, and you would like to pull the loose hairs back into the shaft. This service is not intended for the entire length of your loc, limits apply.

Add-On Loc Shaft Crochet

*Must book a main service* Ideal service for locs that are frizzy, and you would like to pull the loose hairs back into the shaft. This service is not intended for the entire length of your loc, limits apply.

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Price: $100+Duration: 60+ min
Add-On Loc Repair | $5 Per Loc at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service*

Add-On Loc Repair | $5 Per Loc

*Must book a main service*

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Price: Price VariesDuration: 15+ min
Add-On Loc Extension | $15 Per Ext at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* This is a repair service for breakage of existing locs and will be repaired with the flow extension technique (Building a loc from afro hair/ Client supplies afro hair in desired color). All other loc extension services require a consultation to determine if work will be rendered.

Add-On Loc Extension | $15 Per Ext

*Must book a main service* This is a repair service for breakage of existing locs and will be repaired with the flow extension technique (Building a loc from afro hair/ Client supplies afro hair in desired color). All other loc extension services require a consultation to determine if work will be rendered.

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Price: Price VariesDuration: 10+ min
Wash, Blow & Go (No Style) at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Refresh your hair with a deeply cleansing, revitalizing wash designed to restore balance to the scalp and leave your hair feeling light, clean, and renewed. This service includes a thorough cleanse and dry; no style included.

Wash, Blow & Go (No Style)

Refresh your hair with a deeply cleansing, revitalizing wash designed to restore balance to the scalp and leave your hair feeling light, clean, and renewed. This service includes a thorough cleanse and dry; no style included.

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Price: $50+Duration: 60+ min
Box Braids at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Your hair will be sectioned into squares and plaited by three strand braids. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. This is priced for medium size, which is a total of 8 rows of braids. Other sizes are to be discussed and priced before booking. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Box Braids

Your hair will be sectioned into squares and plaited by three strand braids. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. This is priced for medium size, which is a total of 8 rows of braids. Other sizes are to be discussed and priced before booking. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $150+Duration: 180+ min
Comb Coils at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Similar to a twist out or rod-set, the coil treatment is tighter curls that volumize as the days go on. Ideal for a quick date night or event hoping. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Comb Coils

Similar to a twist out or rod-set, the coil treatment is tighter curls that volumize as the days go on. Ideal for a quick date night or event hoping. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $100+Duration: 120+ min
Faux Barrel Twists at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Do you like the loc style look but don't want to commit? Try out faux barrel twists on your natural hair. Similar to flat-twists but with an edge. Priced for 4 barrels, as pictured. Service includes a wash. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Faux Barrel Twists

Do you like the loc style look but don't want to commit? Try out faux barrel twists on your natural hair. Similar to flat-twists but with an edge. Priced for 4 barrels, as pictured. Service includes a wash. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $150+Duration: 180+ min
Silk Press & Haircut at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Hydrated hair yields the best results over time and has the most luscious presses. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Silk Press & Haircut

Hydrated hair yields the best results over time and has the most luscious presses. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $150+Duration: 180+ min
Rod Set at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Choose flexi rods or perm rods to enjoy a flawless curl set. Optionally, you can bring your own preferred rods to leave in or take out at the end of your appointment. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Rod Set

Choose flexi rods or perm rods to enjoy a flawless curl set. Optionally, you can bring your own preferred rods to leave in or take out at the end of your appointment. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $125+Duration: 150+ min
Flat-Twists at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Similar to cornrows, this on the scalp style is a perfect tensionless style for anyone. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Flat-Twists

Similar to cornrows, this on the scalp style is a perfect tensionless style for anyone. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $150+Duration: 150+ min
Twist-Out at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Want to see your natural curls, curled? Ideal for a simple week's style. The hair is overhand 2 strand twisted on the scalp followed with permrods to the ends. Client usually leave with twists in and twist out before their event. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

Twist-Out

Want to see your natural curls, curled? Ideal for a simple week's style. The hair is overhand 2 strand twisted on the scalp followed with permrods to the ends. Client usually leave with twists in and twist out before their event. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated.

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Price: $125+Duration: 120+ min
Two-Strand Twists at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
Your hair will be sectioned into squares and two strand twisted from the root to tip. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. This is priced for medium size, which is a total of 8 rows of twists. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated. FOR EXTENSIONS: Client must purchase 3 packs of Outre X-Pression Twisted Up 3X Springy Afro Twist up to 24" hair.

Two-Strand Twists

Your hair will be sectioned into squares and two strand twisted from the root to tip. Service includes a wash. Treatments are an add-on. This is priced for medium size, which is a total of 8 rows of twists. Must have detangled hair or incur additional costs for additional time if it can be accommodated. FOR EXTENSIONS: Client must purchase 3 packs of Outre X-Pression Twisted Up 3X Springy Afro Twist up to 24" hair.

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Price: $150+Duration: 180+ min
Add-On Haircut at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* Any removal of hair is cutting hair. This includes "trim", "dusting", "ends-only" as well as a "big chop"

Add-On Haircut

$10.00 deposit required

*Must book a main service* Any removal of hair is cutting hair. This includes "trim", "dusting", "ends-only" as well as a "big chop"

Price: $50Duration: 45 min
PRP Hair Restoration at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
HAIRLOSS CONSULTATION FIRST!! Hair restoration partnership with a Registered Nurse for early-stage hair loss through follicle reactivation using none other than the client's own growth factors. Treatments are scheduled monthly to support healthy hair growth and rejuvenation. Must complete the PRP client intake form. Enjoy consistent and professional care. Price is for a total of 3 sessions booked 4 weeks apart. Includes: 1) Nutrafol Wash 2) PRP Treatment 3) Red Light Therapy

PRP Hair Restoration

HAIRLOSS CONSULTATION FIRST!! Hair restoration partnership with a Registered Nurse for early-stage hair loss through follicle reactivation using none other than the client's own growth factors. Treatments are scheduled monthly to support healthy hair growth and rejuvenation. Must complete the PRP client intake form. Enjoy consistent and professional care. Price is for a total of 3 sessions booked 4 weeks apart. Includes: 1) Nutrafol Wash 2) PRP Treatment 3) Red Light Therapy

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Price: $1050+Duration: 90+ min
CÉCRED Scalp Detox at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
(No Style Included - Must book additionally) Restore your scalp’s pH balanced environment, clear clogged follicles, and improve circulation to promote healthy hair growth. Includes the CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual.

CÉCRED Scalp Detox

(No Style Included - Must book additionally) Restore your scalp’s pH balanced environment, clear clogged follicles, and improve circulation to promote healthy hair growth. Includes the CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual.

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Price: $100+Duration: 105+ min
CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* Restore softness, improve moisture retention, enhance shine, and manageability by adding instant hydration back into your hair. For dry, dull, frizz-prone, or moisture-deficient hair. Includes moisturizing deep condition.

CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual

*Must book a main service* Restore softness, improve moisture retention, enhance shine, and manageability by adding instant hydration back into your hair. For dry, dull, frizz-prone, or moisture-deficient hair. Includes moisturizing deep condition.

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Price: $45+Duration: 30+ min
CÉCRED Protein Strength Ritual at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* Designed to strengthen and fortify the hair by infusing it with proteins that help reduce breakage and improve elasticity. For compromised, chemically processed, heat-damaged, or fragile hair that feels stretchy, gummy, or limp. Can be used every 4 to 6 weeks as part of your regular hair care routine. Includes the CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual.

CÉCRED Protein Strength Ritual

*Must book a main service* Designed to strengthen and fortify the hair by infusing it with proteins that help reduce breakage and improve elasticity. For compromised, chemically processed, heat-damaged, or fragile hair that feels stretchy, gummy, or limp. Can be used every 4 to 6 weeks as part of your regular hair care routine. Includes the CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual.

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Price: $75+Duration: 60+ min
CÉCRED Hair Mask Ritual at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
*Must book a main service* Ideal for dry, damaged hair that needs both moisture and repair. Includes the CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual. If your hair feels dry, rough, or frizzy, it’s a sign that your hair is lacking moisture and would benefit from a treatment hair mask. It can be incorporated into your hair care routine every 6-8 weeks or as needed.

CÉCRED Hair Mask Ritual

*Must book a main service* Ideal for dry, damaged hair that needs both moisture and repair. Includes the CÉCRED Deep Hydration Ritual. If your hair feels dry, rough, or frizzy, it’s a sign that your hair is lacking moisture and would benefit from a treatment hair mask. It can be incorporated into your hair care routine every 6-8 weeks or as needed.

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Price: $85+Duration: 75+ min
Redken CAT Protein (Pre-Color) at SimpleStyles by Mel in Brooklyn, NY
A strengthening protein treatment applied before color services to help fortify weak or porous strands. Helps balance porosity, support even color absorption, and reduce breakage during the chemical process. Ideal for compromised or previously processed hair.

Redken CAT Protein (Pre-Color)

A strengthening protein treatment applied before color services to help fortify weak or porous strands. Helps balance porosity, support even color absorption, and reduce breakage during the chemical process. Ideal for compromised or previously processed hair.

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Price: $45+Duration: 25+ min