Hi, I’m Guy Ifrati, one of the stylists here at LAHH Salon. I can’t tell you how many times clients sit in my chair and ask, “Why does my hair still feel heavy, even when I just washed it?” Living in Bay Harbor Islands, with the salt air, sunscreen, and Miami humidity, it’s a real thing. That’s when I usually reach for Davines Solu Shampoo. It has been a lifesaver for me and for a lot of my clients too.
What Solu Shampoo Actually Does
Solu works like a reset button for your hair. It’s a clarifying shampoo, but not in the way that strips your strands dry. Instead, it clears away product buildup, sweat, and minerals from hard water while keeping your hair soft. I use it a lot on clients who come in with layers of dry shampoo, hairspray, or even pool chlorine sitting on their hair.
Here in Florida, humidity plus daily styling products can weigh your hair down fast. Solu clears it out and makes your scalp feel refreshed without that squeaky, straw-like feeling. The scent is light and clean too, so it feels fresh without being overwhelming.
Who Should Be Using It
I recommend Solu for anyone who:
- Uses a lot of styling products like sprays and texture powders
- Spends time swimming in the ocean or pool
- Deals with hard water (Miami definitely qualifies)
- Feels like their hair gets greasy or flat quickly
If your hair is already dry, I wouldn’t make this your everyday shampoo. Instead, think of it as your “reset day” wash. Use it once in a while to start fresh before you go back to your regular routine. It’s perfect before a color service too. When I prep clients for color treatments at LAHH, Solu gives me the clean base I need for longer-lasting, brighter results.
How I Use It in the Salon
When someone sits down for a blow dry and I can tell there’s a lot of buildup, I grab Solu first. One shampoo is usually all it takes. It foams up well and really gets into the roots. After rinsing, I always follow with a nourishing conditioner or mask to balance things out.
A few of my favorite pairings are:
- Davines OI Conditioner for softness and shine
- Davines Nourishing Hair Building Pak when hair feels weak
- Metal Detox after a color service to keep tone fresh
Clients notice right away how much lighter their hair feels. One of my regulars who swims every morning at the Bay Harbor Islands pool told me this was the first shampoo that made her hair feel normal again after all that chlorine.
Tips for Using Solu at Home
If you’re using Solu at home, here’s what I suggest:
- Use it once a week, or every other week if your hair is on the drier side.
- Always follow with a conditioner or mask. Don’t skip this step.
- Massage it into your scalp for at least a full minute. It helps your scalp as much as your hair.
Think of it like washing off makeup at the end of the day. You wouldn’t leave layers of makeup on your skin without cleansing, and your hair deserves the same reset.
Why It’s a Favorite at LAHH Salon
At LAHH Salon, we deal with every kind of hair challenge, frizz from humidity, dryness from sun, chlorine from the pool. Solu is one of those products that works across the board. Whether you’re a brunette coming in for highlights, a blonde trying to avoid brass, or just someone who wants their blow dry to last longer, clean hair makes everything better.
I always tell clients: a good style starts with a clean foundation. That’s why so many of our Bay Harbor Islands clients who book a styling and blow dry service end up picking up a bottle of Solu. It just makes the whole routine easier.
Final Thoughts
Sometimes the simplest products are the ones that stick with you. Davines Solu Shampoo is exactly that. No fuss, no gimmicks, it just works. And in Miami’s mix of salt air, sun, and humidity, it’s the kind of product that makes life easier. If your hair has been feeling heavy or flat, this is worth a try.
Want to see how it works for you? Stop by LAHH Salon at 1090 Kane Concourse Unit B, right by the Bay Harbor Islands Branch Library, or give us a call at (305) 877-7706. We’ll set you up with the right routine so your hair feels fresh, light, and healthy again.
