Curly hair has a personality of its own, and learning how to work with it can completely change the way you feel about your hair.
At Rooted Salon, our approach to curly hair starts with understanding what makes your texture unique.
Your curl pattern, density, lifestyle, styling routine, and even how you like to wear your hair all play a role in creating the right cut and care plan.
That’s where Mayce comes in.
Meet Mayce, Rooted’s Curl Specialist 🌀
With more than six years behind the chair, Mayce brings experience, adaptability, and a calm, thoughtful approach to every appointment.
She’s also a certified curl specialist trained in the Presley Poe Method, giving her specialized education in cutting and caring for naturally curly hair.
But her goal isn’t to make your curls follow a specific formula.
It’s to help you understand what works for your hair.
Whether you’ve embraced your natural texture for years or you’re just beginning to figure out what your curls need, Mayce combines thoughtful cutting, styling, product knowledge, and education to help you feel more confident caring for your hair between visits.
Why Is a Curly Haircut Different?
Curls don’t behave like straight hair.
They shrink, expand, bend, coil, and fall differently depending on everything from curl pattern and density to humidity and styling.
That’s why Mayce approaches curly cuts differently.
Hair is cut dry, allowing her to see how your curls naturally live and create shape around their individual movement. After the cut, your appointment is finished with a personalized wash and diffuse to hydrate, define, and style your curls.
The result is a shape designed around your natural texture rather than forcing your curls into a traditional haircut.
And if you sometimes wear your hair straight? That’s part of the conversation, too. Your haircut should work for your actual lifestyle, including the different ways you enjoy wearing it.
More Than a Haircut: Learn Your Curls
One of Mayce’s favorite services is the Curly Wash + Learn, and we think the name says it all.
Because sometimes you don’t need another TikTok tutorial or another product added to your bathroom shelf.
You need someone to show you what works on your own head of hair.
During a Curly Wash + Learn, the focus is on cleansing, conditioning, detangling, product application, styling, and understanding how to recreate your curls at home.
You’ll learn more about things like:
- How and when to cleanse your curls
- How much product to use
- What order to apply your products
- Techniques for encouraging definition
- How to diffuse without creating unnecessary frizz
- How to refresh your curls between wash days
- Which products actually make sense for your texture
It’s practical curl education you can take home with you.
Curl Care Starts With the Right Products
Products can make an enormous difference with curly hair, but more isn’t always better.
Mayce is a big fan of Innersense for curl care and styling, with options that support hydration and definition across different curl types.
Some of her other favorites include Oribe Hair Alchemy Fortifying Treatment Serum for strengthening and protecting fragile strands and Oribe Supershine Shampoo + Conditioner for softness, moisture, and shine.
Rather than recommending the same routine to every curly guest, we’ll help you determine what your particular hair needs.
Fine waves shouldn’t necessarily be treated like dense coils. Color-treated curls may have different needs than virgin hair. Your routine should also make sense for how much time you actually want to spend styling.
Don’t Forget About Hydration
Curly hair tends to love moisture, which is why hydration can be an important part of your routine.
Rooted’s curl services can be customized with an Innersense Hair Mask for an extra boost of hydration and nourishment.
And because relaxation is part of the Rooted experience too, Mayce’s other favorite service happens to be our Extra Extra Scalp Massage.
Healthy curls + an extended scalp massage? We’re not going to argue with that combination.
What Should I Book?
Not sure where to begin? That’s completely normal.
If you’re looking for a new shape and want a haircut designed specifically around your natural texture, start with a Curly Haircut with Mayce.
If you like your current shape but need help figuring out how to wash, style, diffuse, or care for your curls at home, the Curly Wash + Learn may be a better fit.
And if you’re still unsure, reach out to our team. We’re happy to point you in the right direction before you book.
Curly Haircuts in Allentown, PA
Finding someone who understands curly hair can feel like a journey of its own.
At Rooted, we want curl appointments to feel different: thoughtful, educational, relaxed, and completely personalized to the hair you actually have.
Mayce’s goal isn’t simply to give you beautiful curls on salon day. It’s to help you better understand your texture so you can feel confident working with it at home, too.
Because the best curl routine isn’t the one with the most steps.
It’s the one that works for you.
Ready to get to know your curls a little better?
Frequently Asked Questions About Curly Hair Services
Do I need a curl specialist for curly hair?
Working with a curl specialist can make a big difference. Curly hair behaves differently depending on its pattern, density, shrinkage, and styling routine. As a Certified Curl Specialist, Mayce considers these factors to create a cut and care plan designed specifically for your natural texture.
Does Mayce cut curly hair wet or dry?
Mayce’s curly haircuts begin with a dry cut so she can see how each curl naturally falls, moves, and interacts with the curls around it. Your service ends with a personalized wash and diffuse.
How should I arrive for my curly haircut?
Come with your curls worn naturally and as you typically style them, with minimal manipulation from ponytails, buns, braids, or clips. This allows Mayce to see your natural curl pattern and how your hair normally lives. If you’re unsure how to prepare, reach out to our team before your visit.
Can I get a curly haircut if I also wear my hair straight?
Absolutely. Your haircut should work with your real life. Let Mayce know during your consultation that you like to wear your hair both curly and straight so she can consider that versatility when creating your shape.
What is a Curly Wash + Learn?
The Curly Wash + Learn is an education-focused service designed to help you better understand your curls. Mayce will walk you through cleansing, conditioning, product application, styling techniques, and curl care so you feel more confident recreating your results at home.
What products does Rooted recommend for curly hair?
Mayce especially loves Innersense curl products and will recommend products based on your individual texture, density, condition, and styling goals. Your curl routine doesn’t need to be complicated. The goal is to find the products and techniques that work best for your hair.
Can I add extra hydration to my curl service?
Yes! An Innersense Hair Mask can be added for additional hydration and nourishment. Your stylist can help determine whether your curls would benefit from extra moisture during your visit.
How often should curly hair be cut?
There’s no universal schedule for curly hair. How often you need a haircut depends on your curl pattern, length, shape, hair health, and goals. Mayce can recommend a maintenance schedule based on your individual hair and how you’d like it to grow.
Where can I find a curly hair specialist in Allentown, PA?
Mayce is a Certified Curl Specialist at Rooted Salon in Allentown, PA, serving curly-haired guests throughout the Lehigh Valley. She specializes in personalized curly haircuts, curl education, styling, and helping guests better understand their natural texture.