Want glass hair in Richmond? KOHORT Studio is at 234 Bridge Road, Richmond, and Elodie is the specialist you book for it. Glass hair is a high-shine, ultra-smooth finish achieved through gloss, toner and a Kérastase Fusio-Dose or Davines treatment, often paired with nanoplasty for a longer-lasting result. It is a treatment, not a haircut. Elodie is the only KOHORT stylist who does it.

What glass hair actually is

Glass hair is a finish, not a cut. The name describes the way the hair looks: flat, ultra-smooth, mirror-like shine, with a polished surface that reflects light rather than absorbing it. If your hair sits somewhere between healthy and dull, or if frizz and texture are stopping you getting a clean, sleek result, glass hair addresses that at the treatment level rather than just temporarily with a blowout.

The core of a glass hair service is a gloss or toner, applied to seal the cuticle and intensify shine, combined with a treatment like Kérastase Fusio-Dose or a Davines product that targets the fibre itself. Depending on your hair and how long you want the result to last, Elodie may pair the gloss service with a nanoplasty treatment, which works deeper into the hair structure for a smoother, longer-lasting result than gloss alone. Not everyone needs nanoplasty, and Elodie will tell you honestly at the consultation which combination makes sense for your hair.

Glass hair versus a regular blowout or glossing treatment

A standard blowout gives you shine for a few days. A glossing treatment at a general salon can give you tone and a bit more smoothness. Glass hair as Elodie does it is a more considered combination: the gloss or toner is selected for your specific hair colour and condition, the treatment underneath is chosen to actually change how the fibre sits, and the whole thing is finished so the surface is genuinely reflective, not just healthy-looking.

The difference shows most on straight or wavy hair that is carrying a bit of dullness, heat damage, or colour history. On that kind of hair, a properly executed glass hair service changes the way your hair photographs, the way it looks in natural light, and the way it moves. It is also a good reset treatment after a significant colour process if you want to restore surface smoothness before your next appointment.

Getting to KOHORT from Richmond and the surrounding area

KOHORT is at 234 Bridge Road, which is central Richmond. If you live in Richmond, you are already close. Richmond Station and East Richmond Station are both within easy reach, and trams run directly along Bridge Road. A lot of Elodie's clients for glass hair and nanoplasty work come from Cremorne, just south along the Swan Street corridor, and from Burnley and Abbotsford to the east. From most of the inner east, the trip to 234 Bridge Road is straightforward and short. Street parking is available on Bridge Road and the side streets, and metered parking is around if you need it for a longer treatment appointment.

Which KOHORT stylist does glass hair

Glass hair and high-shine gloss work is Elodie's specialty at KOHORT. She is also the salon's nanoplasty specialist, which is the natural partner service when you want the glass hair result to last beyond a few weeks. Elodie's work is grounded in understanding how the hair fibre responds to different treatments, which products seal rather than just coat, and how to get a result that holds rather than one that flatters on the day and fades by the weekend.

She is the only KOHORT stylist who does this work. Go to her page, read about her approach, and book from there. If you want to understand the broader team first, meet the team.

Glass hair pricing and how long it takes

A glass hair service with Elodie is priced depending on your hair length, the products used, and whether nanoplasty is part of the plan. For a gloss and treatment combination, allow two to three hours. If nanoplasty is included, the appointment is longer and Elodie will confirm the full time when you consult. Pricing is confirmed before the service starts. Card, EFTPOS and Afterpay are all accepted.

It is worth booking a consultation first if you are not sure whether you need the full nanoplasty treatment or whether a gloss and Fusio-Dose will give you the result you are after. Elodie can assess your hair and tell you honestly what each option will do.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between glass hair and a keratin treatment?

A keratin treatment is a smoothing service that temporarily bonds to the hair fibre to reduce frizz and volume over several weeks. Glass hair is a finish-focused treatment: the goal is maximum shine and smoothness at the surface, using a gloss or toner combined with a fibre treatment like Kérastase Fusio-Dose or Davines. Nanoplasty, which Elodie also offers, shares some characteristics with keratin but uses a different process and formula. Elodie will tell you which is right for your hair at consultation.

How long does glass hair last?

A gloss-and-treatment combination typically keeps the high-shine result for four to six weeks before the surface starts to dull again. When nanoplasty is included, the smoothness and shine tend to hold longer, often two to three months, depending on how your hair is maintained at home.

Is glass hair just for straight hair?

No. It works on wavy and lightly textured hair too. The gloss and treatment seal the cuticle regardless of your natural pattern. If you have a more pronounced curl or texture and want to add shine without flattening the pattern, Elodie will tell you what is realistic at your consultation rather than promising a result that does not fit your hair.

Can I get glass hair at the same appointment as a colour service?

In many cases yes. A gloss or toner is a natural end step after a colour service and Elodie can plan both in one appointment. For a full nanoplasty plus colour combination, the timing needs planning, so raise it when you book and she will confirm what is feasible.

I am in Cremorne, is it worth coming to Bridge Road for glass hair?

From Cremorne, 234 Bridge Road is a short walk or a quick drive up the Swan Street corridor. Elodie is one of the few specialists in the inner east doing glass hair and nanoplasty at this level of detail, so for Cremorne clients the trip is genuinely straightforward.

How do I book a glass hair treatment with Elodie?

Go to Elodie's page on the KOHORT site and book directly through her. She runs her own calendar at KOHORT, and you can also see her current work there so you know what to expect before you commit.

Is glass hair the same as a gloss service?

A gloss is a core part of the glass hair service, but glass hair as Elodie delivers it goes further than a standalone gloss. The gloss is paired with a targeted fibre treatment to change not just the colour tone but the texture and shine of the surface. The result is the specific mirror-like finish the name describes rather than just a refresh of colour depth.