Why Our Brazilian Blowout is Only $175 (And Why I Stand Behind Every Single One)

Hey, it's Danielle Salvinski. I've been doing hair at Rock Paper Scissors for years now, and I specialize in Brazilian Blowouts and color. I need to address something because I get asked about this constantly – usually with a slightly suspicious look.

"Danielle, I've called like six salons. Everyone else is charging $300, $350, sometimes over $400. What's wrong with yours?"

Nothing. Absolutely nothing is wrong with it. But I get why people ask, so let me just explain how we actually ended up at this price point.

The Real Story Behind Our Pricing

Look, I'm not going to pretend I know every other salon's business model. What I do know is that we're in this old brick building in Downtown Chino, right across from City Hall. Our rent isn't crazy. We're not in some brand new outdoor mall in Chino Hills paying premium lease rates. That helps.

But honestly? The bigger reason is that my boss, the salon owner, sat us all down about three years ago and said, "I want people to be able to actually afford to come back." She'd rather see the same faces every three months than charge someone so much they can only do it once a year – or worse, never come back at all.

I remember one of my newer stylists at the time asked, "But aren't we leaving money on the table?" And my boss said something I'll never forget: "Only if you think short-term."

She was right. I have clients now who've been coming to me for years. They trust me. They refer their friends. One client alone has probably sent me eight new people. That doesn't happen if you price gouge.

"Are You Using the Real Product or Some Knockoff?"

Okay, this one actually makes me a little defensive because the answer is hell no.

We use the actual, official Brazilian Blowout professional formula. The real stuff. I've seen some salons cut corners with cheaper keratin treatments and call them "blowouts" – it's not the same thing. At all.

I've also heard horror stories about salons watering down the product to stretch it further. We don't do that. I wouldn't even know how to do that without completely ruining the chemistry of the formula, and frankly, I'd quit before I'd put subpar product on someone's hair with my name attached to it.

We buy from authorized distributors. We also carry Amika and Keratin Complex because we only work with brands we trust. If I'm going to spend 2-3 hours on your hair, I'm not using anything questionable.

"Is Someone Inexperienced Doing It?"

Fair question. Let me tell you about our team.

We don't have a "junior stylist" tier where someone fresh out of school practices Brazilian Blowouts on real clients. That would be insane. This treatment requires precision – you're literally restructuring the hair's keratin bonds. One wrong move with the flat iron temperature or timing and you can cause damage.

I've been specializing in this treatment for years. I've done hundreds of them. Maybe over a thousand at this point – I stopped counting. The other stylists here who do Brazilian Blowouts have all been through extensive training and have years of experience. We also do regular continuing education because techniques and products evolve.

Last month I went to a Brazilian Blowout advanced certification class. Paid for it myself. Why? Because I care about doing this right.

"Will It Even Last?"

Here's the thing about Brazilian Blowout longevity – it has absolutely nothing to do with how much you paid for it.

It comes down to two factors: how well the stylist applies and seals it, and how you take care of it at home.

The application part is on me. I'm meticulous about it. I section the hair properly, I make sure every strand gets coated, and I use the right flat iron temperature to seal the cuticle without causing heat damage. That's what makes it last the full 10-12 weeks.

The at-home care part is on you, but I'll walk you through it. Sulfate-free shampoo is non-negotiable. And out here with our crazy Santa Ana winds? You need a good leave-in conditioner. I had a client from Rancho Cucamonga who was convinced her first Brazilian Blowout "didn't take" until I found out she was using Suave shampoo from the grocery store. We switched her products and her next treatment lasted three full months.

What You Actually Get for $175

Okay, so here's what actually happens when you book with us:

First, we talk. Like, actually talk. I need to know what you're dealing with – is it frizz? Damage? Curl pattern you're tired of fighting? How much time do you want to spend on your hair in the morning? This matters because I might need to adjust my technique slightly based on your specific hair type.

Then I wash your hair with a clarifying shampoo. This isn't optional – we need to strip away all the product buildup, oils, everything, so the treatment can actually penetrate.

Next comes the application. This is the longest part. I go section by section, making sure every piece of hair is coated. I don't rush this. Ever.

After that, I blow-dry your hair completely straight. Then comes the flat ironing – this is what seals everything in. I use a specific temperature based on your hair's texture and health. Too hot and we risk damage. Not hot enough and the treatment won't last.

Finally, we rinse it out right here in the salon. You don't have to go home with product in your hair for three days like the old formulas required. I apply a deep conditioning mask, and then I style you out so you leave looking amazing.

The whole thing takes about two to three hours depending on your hair length and thickness.

A Real Example (Because This Actually Happened Last Week)

I had a woman come in last Thursday. She found us on Google while she was sitting in her car in a parking lot in Corona, about to walk into another salon for a consultation. She saw our price, called us, and drove over instead.

She told me she'd been paying $385 at her previous salon. I asked her why she left, and she said, "Honestly? It's just too much. I was only doing it once or twice a year because of the cost, and then I'd spend the rest of the year frustrated with my hair."

I did her treatment. When I finished and spun her around to the mirror, she literally got teary-eyed. She said, "It looks exactly the same as when I paid almost $400. Exactly the same."

She's already booked her next appointment for January.

That's what I mean when I say pricing shouldn't be a barrier to having hair you actually like.

Here's Where We Are If You Want to Come In

We're at Rock Paper Scissors Hair Studio, 5222 D St. in Chino – 91710 is the zip code. The building is old and brick and honestly kind of charming. There's street parking, or you can park in the lot behind us.

You can call us at (909) 707-9553, or if you're like most people and prefer to just book online without talking to anyone, you can do that on our website.

I genuinely love doing these treatments. There's something really satisfying about watching someone see themselves with smooth, manageable hair after years of fighting frizz. And I love that we've priced it so that it's actually accessible.

If you've been on the fence about trying a Brazilian Blowout because of cost, come see me. Let's get your hair sorted out.

– Danielle