HITTO Salon
Here’s a detailed overview of HITTO Salon, to help you understand what they do, how they operate, and whether it might be the right fit for you.
Table of Contents
1. What They Specialize In
- HITTO Salon describes itself as a “high-end” salon originally from New York, now located in Cary, North Carolina.
- They’re particularly known for Japanese hair straightening (via the “Liscio Thermal Reconditioning” method) and digital perms.
- Additional services include tape-in hair extensions, deep vitamin hair/spa treatments, full hair colouring (single process, highlighting, balayage), and more.
2. Key Treatment Details
- For the Japanese straightening (Liscio): process takes about 2–4 hours, depending on hair length/volume/condition.
- After the straightening: they advise waiting 48-72 hours before shampooing and avoiding ponytails, clips, or tucking hair behind ears to maintain the finish.
- The effects: once done, the hair remains straight “until it grows out and/or is cut off” (i.e., the straightened portion remains until new growth).
- For the digital perm: method uses hot rods with digital temperature control, and the result gives waves/curls that show when the hair is dry (contrasted with “cold perm” which is more defined when wet).
3. Service quality & client feedback
- Clients who’ve gone for Japanese hair straightening have praised the salon’s expertise—one review said: “I’ve been coming here for 6+ years to get Japanese hair straightening. This is by far the best place! The staff is amazing! Nice, so well versed with hair types…”
- There are mixed reviews — some clients had very positive experiences with cuts and color, others raised concerns about pricing and service in certain cases.
- Because these are intensive treatments (straightening, perming, extensions etc.), appointments tend to take longer and you’ll want to book ahead and discuss your hair’s condition, previous treatments, etc.
4. Pricing & Realistic Expectations
- While the website lists “from” pricing (e.g., women’s cuts from $40, straightening from $270, digital perm from $240) in one version of their site.
- But reviews indicate the actual cost can depend heavily on hair length, current condition, previous chemical treatments, etc. So expect variable pricing.
- Because of the intensity of treatments like Japanese straightening and digital perms, make sure you ask:
- What is included (cut, shampoo, style)
- How many hours the process will take
- What after-care is recommended
- What the maintenance is (especially for treatments that change hair structure)
5. Is It a Good Fit for You? & Things to Check
Good fit if:
- You have hair that’s wavy, frizzy, or “difficult” to manage and you’re looking for a long-lasting straight style.
- You’re open to intensive treatment processes, longer appointment times, and maintenance.
- You appreciate salons that specialise in advanced methods (straightening, perming, extensions) rather than just basic cuts.
Things to clarify / ask before booking:
- What is your hair’s current condition (previous colour, relaxer, bleach)? Some methods (e.g., Liscio straightening) have restrictions or “not recommended” areas.
- How long will the treatment take for your length/volume.
- What colour or other chemical treatments intersect with the straightening/perming process — some services may need to wait.
- What after-care you’ll need to follow (e.g., no shampoo for 48-72 hours, certain styling restrictions).
- What the maintenance and cost will look like down the line, when new growth appears or when re-doing certain treatments.
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