Reviewed by Anna, owner and educator at Elevate Salon + Spa, who trains every stylist through Elevation Training. Updated September 2026.
A styling service, not a treatment
A silk press gets its polish from careful technique rather than a chemical. Your hair is clarified so it is truly clean, deep conditioned for moisture and slip, then blow dried and smoothed with an iron in small sections. Humidity resistant products help the finish hold.
Because nothing in your hair is changed, your natural pattern comes back when you wash and let it dry. That is the key difference from Lasio keratin smoothing, which relaxes curl over several months. A silk press is a good choice for a special occasion, a change of pace, or to see your length straightened out before a trim. If you want to keep curls healthy and shaped between presses, a curly haircut is cut dry, curl by curl, to work with your pattern. Every service at Elevate begins with a consultation, so your stylist can check how your hair responds to heat before you begin.
Silk presses are offered by Raven, whose specialties include silk press, Natalie, whose specialties include blowouts, and Angie, who specializes in curls, and others on the team.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a silk press safe for my natural hair?
A silk press uses heat, not chemicals, so your curl pattern is not permanently changed. Deep conditioning, heat protection and careful sectioning help protect your hair, and your stylist checks how your hair handles heat at the consultation before starting.
How long will my silk press last?
It lasts until you wash or your hair meets enough moisture to revert. Wrapping at night, a satin scarf and keeping it dry help it hold longer. Humidity and sweat shorten it. Your stylist will give you tips for your texture.
Should I get a silk press or keratin?
Choose a silk press for a sleek look you can wash out whenever you want your curls back. Choose Lasio keratin if you want relaxed curl and less frizz that lasts through many washes. Your stylist can help you decide.
Can I get a trim with my silk press?
Yes. Many guests like a trim once their hair is straight, since it shows split ends clearly. Mention it when you book so the right time is reserved. For a shape designed around your curls, a curly haircut is cut dry.
How should I prepare for my appointment?
Come as you are; the clarifying step takes care of product buildup. Share your color and heat history at the consultation, and mention any recent chemical services or keratin so your stylist can adjust heat and products to suit your hair.