How to create an affordable luxury experience without compromising quality of service. With a salon on one side and a barbershop on the other, in Concrete Barbers owner Chad Stewart... read more →
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Real talk about the ups and downs of working in a male-dominated industry. While men’s grooming is still a traditionally male occupied industry, more and more women are breaking new... read more →
Two pros in the business of men’s grooming give us the lowdown on creating that awesome experience for your male clients. It goes without saying that the list of differences... read more →
From the moment your clients walk through the door, they need to feel welcome, comfortable and basically right at home. Here, we feature a selection of Canadian and international salons... read more →
Think you know everything there is to know about social media? Think again! Two hair experts—on different levels of “insta-fame”—share what they’ve mastered and are continuing to learn about all... read more →
Whether you’re designing your salon from the ground up or refreshing your current space, the options for features and finishes are endless. From budget- conscious style to features that exude... read more →
Chatters Salons have built their motto on encouraging hairstylists to build their reputation through excellent client experiences and documented creativity. By using Instagram as a creative outlet, it also enables... read more →
Here’s what it takes to launch a salon to interior success. As a hairstylist for the past 15 years, Lara Leckie had worked in a number of salon environments, so... read more →
Why it’s crucial to empower your guests with product knowledge and technical information. If keeping up-to-date on the latest hairstyling and colouring techniques is important to you and your staff,... read more →
More than ever before, hairstylists are exploring the benefits of going solo as educators in their own right. It stands to reason that a good education is always in high... read more →
You can hop off the fence: The merits of complimentary services are clear. Wondering if it’s really worth it offering clients small perks to make them feel special? According to... read more →
Here’s how award-winning hairstylist Jay Mahmood trusts his instincts— even when other people think differently. Jay Mahmood hasn’t worked behind the chair for more than a decade. Even still, he... read more →
