When styling your hair at home, you might notice two distinct service terms at your local salon: Fiber Setting and Hair Styling. While they both aim to make your hair look styled and put-together, they use different products and techniques to achieve different results. Understanding the difference helps you choose the right style service.
What is Hair Styling?
Hair styling is a general term that refers to shaping the hair using standard styling products like pomade, wax, gel, or cream. It involves blow-drying and applying a product to give the hair hold, structure, and shine.Hair styling is highly versatile. It can create slick, high-shine looks (using pomades) or loose, touchable styles (using creams). It is suitable for daily wear, corporate settings, and casual events.
What is Fiber Setting?
Fiber setting is a specialized service that uses fiber paste or styling fiber. Fiber products contain resinous fibers that add thickness, texture, and incredible volume to the hair. When you rub fiber between your palms, you can literally see the fibers stretching.Fiber setting offers a very strong hold with a matte, dry finish. It adds weightless volume, making it the perfect choice for thick, messy, or textured hairstyles that need to stay in place all day. It is highly resistant to humidity, making it extremely popular in Karachi.
Quick Comparison
- Hair Styling: Uses pomade/cream/wax. Offers variable hold and shine. Best for neat, slick, or natural styles.
- Fiber Setting: Uses fiber paste. Offers extra-strong hold and matte finish. Best for high-volume, textured, and humidity-resistant styles.
Choose Your Style at The Silver Blade
At The Silver Blade, we offer both Hair Styling (500 PKR) and Fiber Setting services. Our founders Azam and Abid will evaluate your hair texture and recommend the perfect styling service to complement your look.Book your styling appointment today via WhatsApp.