Smoothing treatments: Our services and FAQs

If you love your natural texture but would like hair that feels smoother, looks shinier, and is easier to style day to day, smoothing treatments could be a great option for you. At Collinge & Co, our smoothing services are designed to reduce frizz and improve manageability, helping hair look polished for weeks or even months.

In this guide, we’ll explain what smoothing treatments are, who they're most suitable for, and the options available at our salons.

What are smoothing treatments?

Smoothing treatments are professional, in-salon services that use biotechnological formulas to temporarily adjust the structure of the hair. Unlike traditional straightening services that permanently change the hair’s texture and structure, smoothing treatments are designed to improve manageability and smoothness while still allowing you to wear your hair with its natural movement.

In most cases, smoothing treatments can help to smooth the hair fibre, reduce frizz and flyaways, improve manageability and ease of styling, and enhance shine and overall hair appearance.

One of the key benefits is versatility. You can continue to wear your hair with its natural texture, but it should feel softer and easier to work with. Or, if you prefer a sleek finish, you can blow-dry it straight for a smooth, polished look.

Depending on the treatment selected and your hair type, results can last anywhere from around six shampoos to up to six months.

Who are smoothing treatments for?

Smoothing treatments may be a good option if you notice frizz (especially in humid weather), spend a lot of time styling each day, or you would like your waves or curls to feel softer and be easier to manage. They’re also a great choice if you want flexibility: you can enjoy a smoother natural finish, or a sleek blow-dry when you feel like it.

If your hair is thicker or coarser, a smoothing treatment can help with day-to-day manageability, while still keeping movement and versatility.

Smoothing treatments can be tailored to a wide range of hair types, from fine hair that is prone to frizz through to thicker, more textured hair.

During a consultation, your stylist will assess your hair type and condition, talk through the result you would like, and recommend the most suitable option for your routine and how long you’d like your results to last.

Our smoothing treatment options

At Collinge & Co, we offer two smoothing treatment systems across different salon locations. Each system includes multiple service levels, so your stylist can recommend an option that fits your hair and your goals.

Fabriq treatments (Available at Heswall and Graduates)

Fabriq is a biotechnological smoothing system with flexible options for frizz control and softer, more manageable hair. Whether you are looking for a quick refresh or a longer-lasting result, there is a Fabriq option to consider.

Fabriq Quick Fix

What is it?

Fabriq Quick Fix is a rapid smoothing service, ideal if you are looking for a short-term refresh or would like to try a smoothing treatment for the first time.

Results

A boost of moisture or strength (depending on your hair’s needs), helping hair feel softer, look shinier, and be easier to manage.

What does it do?

This in-salon protein treatment can help define curls, tame frizz, and boost either hydration (ReHydrate) or strength (ReBuild). It is designed to keep the shape of your hair while improving condition and shine.

Who is it for?

Suitable for most hair types, particularly if you are looking for a temporary smoothing effect.

How long does it last?

Results can last for up to a month, making it a great option ahead of a special occasion or as a trial.

Price

Please contact Heswall or Graduates salon for pricing.

Fabriq Reset

What is it?

Fabriq Reset is a more intensive smoothing service designed for longer-lasting frizz control and improved manageability.

Results

Softer hair with reduced frizz and controlled volume, while still allowing you to style your hair in different ways.

What does it do?

This option is particularly helpful for hair that reacts to humidity or becomes difficult to manage with day-to-day styling. It can support a smoother natural finish, or a sleek blow-dry when you prefer a straighter look.

Who is it for?

Suitable for most hair types, especially if you are looking for medium-term frizz management without choosing a permanent straightening service.

How long does it last?

The appointment typically takes 1.5–2 hours. Results can last up to three months.

Price

Please contact Heswall or Graduates salon for pricing.

Aura Smoothing treatments (Available at Selfridges and Castle Street)

Aura is a biotechnological, vegan smoothing system designed to soften the hair fibre, reduce frizz, and support straighter, smoother styling where desired. As with Fabriq, Aura offers different service levels depending on the result you are looking for.

Aura Smoothing Beauty Service

What is it?

A quick service that focuses on shine and frizz reduction, similar to Fabriq Quick Fix.

Results

A hydration boost for hair that looks shinier and feels smoother and more manageable.

What does it do?

This rapid service supports frizz control and helps hair feel easier to style.

Who is it for?

Suitable for most hair types, especially if you would like a shorter-term option or want to try a smoothing service before committing to a longer-lasting treatment.

How long does it last?

Up to six shampoos.

Price

Please contact Selfridges or Castle Street salon for pricing.

Aura Smoothing Express Service

What is it?

A frizz-reducing service designed for hair that becomes difficult to manage in humid conditions or with everyday styling.

Results

Softer hair with reduced frizz and controlled volume, while keeping flexibility in how you style it.

What does it do?

This option supports smoother, easier-to-style hair, whether you wear it with natural movement or prefer a sleeker finish.

Who is it for?

Suitable for most hair types, particularly if you are looking for a balance between smoothing and maintaining natural texture.

How long does it last?

The appointment typically takes 1.5–2 hours. Results can last up to three months.

Price

Please contact Selfridges or Castle Street salon for pricing.

Aura Smoothing Excellence Service

What is it?

The most intensive and longest-lasting option within the Aura system.

Results

Hydrated hair with natural movement, improved detangling, reduced drying time, and a noticeably smoother finish with enhanced shine.

What does it do?

This premium treatment provides the most significant smoothing and frizz reduction in the Aura range. It is ideal if you are looking for long-lasting results and a consistently sleek, smooth style with minimal daily effort.

Who is it for?

Typically recommended for medium to coarse hair.

How long does it last?

The appointment typically takes 3–4 hours. Results can last 4–6 months.

Price

Please contact Selfridges or Castle Street salon for pricing.

Choosing the right smoothing treatment for you

If you are unsure which option is best, your stylist will guide you at consultation. As a simple starting point, a Beauty/Quick Fix service is ideal if you’d like a shorter-term refresh or you’re trying a smoothing treatment for the first time.

If you’d like medium-term frizz control and flexibility in how you wear your hair, an Express/Reset service is often a great fit. And if you have medium to coarse hair and you’re looking for the longest-lasting results, an Excellence service may be the best option.

Ready to book a consultation?

Our stylists are here to help you choose the right smoothing option for your hair type, goals, and lifestyle. Book a consultation at your nearest salon and we will guide you towards the most suitable treatment.

Fabriq treatments are available at Heswall and Graduates (Liverpool Bold Street). Aura treatments are available at Selfridges (Trafford Centre, Manchester) and Castle Street (Liverpool).

Book online or contact your preferred salon to get started.

FAQs

What is the difference between a smoothing and a straightening service?

Smoothing treatments are designed to reduce frizz, soften the hair fibre, and improve manageability, without permanently changing your hair texture. You can still wear your natural movement, or choose a sleeker blow-dry when you want it. Traditional straightening services typically aim to permanently change the shape of the hair.

How long will my smoothing treatment last?

It depends on the service chosen and your hair type. Some treatments are designed as a short-term refresh (for example, up to six shampoos). Others can last for several months, with our longest-lasting options typically lasting around 4–6 months.

How old do I need to be for a smoothing treatment?

Due to Health & Safety regulations we cannot undertake any colour work or any other technical services including smoothing on persons under the age of 16. If you’re under 16 and are wishing to explore treatments to smooth your hair, you may wish to explore our Wella Ultimate Smooth salon treatment

How can I book a smoothing service?

You can book a consultation online or contact your preferred salon to arrange a consultation and choose the right smoothing option for your hair.