Common Guest Challenges and How to Resolve Them
How do you handle sore subjects with clients? See how Jesse Linares keeps client relationships top of mind when dealing with topics like price increases and lateness.
by Jesse Linares
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6 Foods to Eat Before Bed to Keep You Warm
Rising energy costs will prompt many Americans to keep their thermostats low at night. A sleep expert recommends foods to eat before bed to keep you warm, and which cooling foods to avoid.
by Staff
Treat Everyone Like Its Their First Time
Most salons are very good at making a client feel special on their first visit. But what about the second, third or even tenth. Kim Becker from Hello Gorgeous! talks about the importance of consistent customer service for all your guests.
by Kim Becker, Hello Gorgeous!
Sleep Experts Reveal Top Scents to Help You Sleep Better
From reducing anxiety to stopping snoring, these scents could be the key to a peaceful night.
by Stacey Soble
How Sustainability Can Help You Differentiate Your Salon and Attract New Guests and Talent
Did you know that 84% of your salon guests care about the impact your business makes on the environment? This webinar gathers four salon leaders to talk about the importance of environmental sustainability and how it can help you position your salon as a leader and offer a means to attract new guests and talent.
by Stacey Soble
The Importance of Scent in Creating a Retail Experience
Did you know a consumer will linger 20% longer in a store that is scented than an unscented one--and will leave buying more. Aroma 360's Scenting Expert Ashley Sarnicola talks about the important role scent can play in creating an experience, driving retail sales and elevating a salon's marketing efforts.
by Stacey Soble
Nutrafol’s #1 Dermatologist Recommended Nutraceuticals + New Scalp Collection Optimizes Hair Health From the Inside Out
People with thinning hair frequently use styling tools or extensions to restore volume and thickness. However, in order to truly restore your hair, you must address both internal and external issues. Nutrafol Hair Growth Formula Nutraceuticals have been shown in clinical studies to improve hair growth, visible thickness, and strength.
How Floor Mats Can Reduce Aches and Pains for Hair Professionals
Standing all day can cause back pain, varicose veins, tendinitis and irreversable Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs). Anti-Fatique mats can increase comfort for stylists and grooming specialist who stand on their feet for long periods of time. Check out this blog.
by Richard O'Connor
Announcing the 2022 STAMP Honorees
In Show-and-Tell style, 37 honorees share successful and very borrowable marketing ideas in the 10th annual STAMP (SALON TODAY Annual Marketing Program.)
by Stacey Soble
U.S. Ranks Worst in the Developed World for Early Childcare
A new study by CommonCentsMom.com looks at the state of maternity leave and early childcare in the United States versus 40 other countries, and finds it wanting.
by Staff
Vagaro’s New Features Bring Big Benefits to Salons
Vagaro recently added three new features to its software: Add-Ons, Vagaro Pay Later, and Maps. With more tools for success, salon owners can give their guests a more convenient salon experience. Find out what Vagaro can do to help grow your business.
Smart Retail Merchandising Professionalizes the Floor, Drives Sales at Penzone Salon + Spa
The brand’s six locations lock in retailing success with beautiful, targeted displays.
How Tippy Transformed One Owner’s Business
VIVO Beauty Bar Owner Samantha Sharpless, her Beautytender Allison Gillespie, and Tippy's Marci Zerbe share how implementing Tippy to manage tips has made a difference for the salon, its team members, and the clients, including lower credit card processing fees and higher tip volumes.
by Staff
The State of Tipping in 2022
A new study of more than 1,000 Americans analyzes tipping, include what workers are the best tipped, how much Americans are tipping and which generation has the most generous tippers.
by Staff
Prevention: The Highest Standard in Salon and Spa Disinfection
Despite being so small that you can’t see them, germs are often the elephant in the room for salons and spas. Nobody wants to think about them, but the cost of an outbreak can be devastating – in addition to making your clients, your team, or yourself sick, germs are also bad for business.
by Staff
SALON TODAY 200: Spa Bleu Prioritizes Mental Health
The spa keeps a care team on retainer 24/7 to help staff smooth out the rough spots.
SALON TODAY 200: Gratitude Drives the Soleil Salon and Spa Culture
The New Hampshire business focuses on empathy to target homelessness and other causes.