Why consultation is mandatory
Retro Cuts requires a consultation before any perm to assess hair condition, chemical history, and your desired result. That meeting determines whether your hair is a safe candidate and outlines risks, realistic outcomes, and recommended timing. Perms will not be performed without a prior consultation, so this step is mandatory for safety and planning.
The consultation lets your stylist review past services, examine current texture, and discuss what shape and movement you want. If there are concerns—such as prior chemical treatments or hair health—the stylist will recommend alternatives or preparatory steps. This collaborative assessment sets expectations and ensures a responsible decision before scheduling the full perm service.
Factors that shape results
Final texture depends on your hair's starting condition, length, and any previous color or chemical work. Denser, longer hair behaves differently than fine, short hair; prior treatments can reduce options. Phoenix's dry climate and occasional monsoon humidity can change how waves set and how styles behave day-to-day, so aftercare and product choices become part of managing the finished look.
Stylist decisions about section size, tension, and the overall pattern you request influence the scale of curls or waves, and the result is tailored in consultation. Because these decisions interact with hair history and condition, some looks may require preparation appointments or modifications to keep hair healthy and to achieve the intended movement.
What happens at appointments
Your process starts with the required consultation. If the stylist clears your hair as a suitable candidate, we will schedule the perm service itself; the perm service is priced at $80 and has a duration of 180 minutes. This helps you plan time around commutes from Loop 101 or stopovers at Desert Ridge Marketplace.
After a perm you'll receive guidance on styling and care tailored to Phoenix's climate so your texture settles as intended. Weekend and early-morning slots are popular for clients planning hikes or golf; proximity to local golf clubs and Desert Ridge Marketplace also makes last-minute scheduling for shoppers and golfers practical when available.
