“SLIP, SHINE, AND SOFTNESS” - A PRO HAIR STYLIST BREAKS DOWN WASH DAY WITH PATTERN BEAUTY
This diary entry begins at the roots, literally. I had not had a deep conditioning or a trim in well, let’s just say too long had passed. So I really wanted a professional touch. Now, I have to admit I do avoid the hair salon. Honestly, times have changed! I’m sure you’ve experienced the new school non-service that’s out here nowadays! But this diary is not about that. I will not go off on a tangent because thoughts become feelings, and I’m enjoying my good day.
Anyway, sometimes you just want to be pampered, and I had just received a wash day care package from Pattern Beauty so, I wanted to make this an experience.
Side note I should probably tell you the story. Would you call this serendipitous or luck, let me know?: The visual merchandising team wanted to create a display using black owned brands but there was only one Black Owned beauty product in stock and that was Pattern Beauty. So, we created a wash day presentation using all of their products in our high-traffic area and posted it to my stories on IG. Pattern saw the post! They reposted us, and after I wrote to them to express our excitement, they loved that we did a Black History month story for this presentation and they wanted to send us some product that would assist us with our wash day!
If you’ve been following along or reading my Fashion Diary posts, you know I share experiences that encourage the pursuit of our true desires, not settling for what feels safe or merely within reach. That kind of settling can be a bad habit, often rooted in moments of low self-worth. I believe we should always stay aware of that voice, especially when we know we’re dreaming of more, of our true vision, the real dream.
So, when Pattern offered to send a few products, I asked for the blow dryer. I knew if I didn’t, I’d be wishing I had. I’d rather ask and hear no than stay silent and never know. It felt like a bold move, but they said yes. And in that moment, I felt seen, valued, and genuinely appreciated by a brand that truly celebrates women like me.
More than that, it affirmed me as a creative. All of this came to life because of the window display my team and I created, a visual story that caught their attention. I don’t take any of it for granted. Moments like this are worth honoring and celebrating because they unlock a confidence that carries into other parts of our lives.
Let's break down each product. Talk texture, moisture, detangling!
I reached out to licensed cosmetologist Jalyssa Janee, to treat myself to a really good professional wash, deep conditioning and trim using the entire Pattern Beauty wash-day system. As a pro who works with all textures, she brought expert hands and honest feedback, and lucky for us, she’s sharing every detail.
Let’s get into it.
Ariel Franklin: What was your first impression when using the Pattern products on my hair?
Jalyssa Janee: I was honestly impressed right away. I was able to detangle your hair with ease, which is a huge win. The Detangling Nectar stood out immediately, it was a surprise favorite. The slip was incredible, and it made the process feel effortless.
Super slippery, gel-like texture. It glided through the hair and made detangling a breeze. Super efficient.
It’s a happy medium. It gave that squeaky-clean feel without stripping the hair, which left the perfect foundation for conditioning.
Another gel-like formula. I literally saw the coils revive right in front of me. Plus, it smelled amazing!
This one? Slid on like buttah. It left your hair juicy, hydrated, and shiny.
AF: Any standout products you’d recommend to stylists or clients?
Jalyssa Janee: Definitely the Detangling Nectar and the Blow Dryer. The nectar made my job so much easier, and the blow dryer is just versatile and powerful. Stylists who work with textured hair will love how it handles stretching, diffusing, or smoothing.
AF: How does Pattern compare to other brands you’ve worked with on textured hair?
Jalyssa Janee: Pattern is absolutely a line I’d use professionally. The hydration level is on point, and the results were immediate. I’d love to try the light shampoo on clients with finer textures, but for coils, curls, and thicker hair, it performs beautifully.
Want to recreate this wash-day experience or build a regimen of your own?
✨ Shop the Pattern Beauty products via the links I attached to each item listed above, shared from Nordstrom.com. You can also connect with Jalyssa Janee via her Instagram page to book your next hair appointment!
With love,
Ariel