Here is some great work by our very own Nicole! If you are interested in booking a hair appointment with her you can reach out to her at nicole@parlorsalon.org
Alsoalso if you are a stylist and interested in being on our team you can reach out to us at jj@parlorsalon.org
Great great article on being a hairstylist in today’s day and age-
https://www.orangeville.com/shopping-story/4864720-three-benefits-of-becoming-a-professional-hairstylist/
The world of beauty offers many interesting career options for the fashion savvy. One of the most exciting areas you can pursue is hairstyling. As a hairstylist you will learn how to bring out the most in a person’s natural beauty as well as have fun creating unique and avant garde styles for the more edgy client. Here are just three of the benefits of becoming a professional hairstylist :
1. Creativity: If you are a creative person hairstyling offers you the opportunity to put your creative side to work. As a hairstylist you will learn how to approach each client differently and focus on how to bring out their best features. Many people use their hair to express themselves and you can use your flair for fashion and beauty to help them come up with their “look”. Styling hair is not just about haircuts. Instead it is about working with clients to find the style that will not only suit their look but also their lifestyle. Most people are very sensitive about their hair and will search for years to find the right hairstylist. You can work with clients to become their go to person to help them not only maintain their preferred look but to help them find new ones that make them look and feel fabulous.
2. Different Areas: As a trained professional hairstylist you can venture into the business with a number of approaches. You can go for the glamour of the runway pursuing a career in fashion. You can also become a hairstylist for photo shoots or even on movie sets and television. Advertising also offers many opportunities for commercial shoots. You can make a name for yourself on YouTube offering tips to help people learn how to maintain their looks at home or focus on a single area such as becoming a colour expert. Many hairstylists become mobile stylists who provide onsite services for special events such as weddings, proms or sweet sixteen parties. There is also the traditional route working at high end salons and spas or focusing on life changing makeovers.
3. Independence: A career in hair styling can also offer you a flexible lifestyle with plenty of independence. There are many ways you can choose to work independently. Many salons will rent out a chair to hairstylists and you can choose your own hours working full or part time. You can also opt to invest in some basic salon equipment and provide hair services at home. The mobile option also works very well and you can focus on any area of interest including visits to retirement homes if you wish to help those who are not able to get around. You can also choose to partner with a makeup artist and offer mobile services for events from weddings to birthday parties.
