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 →
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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 →
A former Contessa winner and her business partner expand on a winning formula at Espace C, a Montreal salon. After seven years in business, Ann-Marie Goupil (who won the Contessa... read more →
With the potential to become a big part of your styling repertoire, here’s why creating a festival experience can be important for your brand. There’s no question that bold colour,... read more →
After almost losing her salon, Toronto-based hairstylist Lisa Dinh shared her touching story about the trials and tribulations of salon owning, proving her passion and dedication that helped her stay... read more →
