Choosing a new beauty salon can be tricky and it is often hard to know what to look out for.
Whether you’re trying out a new treatment, or just fancy somewhere new for a treatment you regularly get, here are some of the things you should consider.
Customer reviews
One of the most useful and insightful ways to gauge the quality of a salon is by reading customer reviews. See what their existing customers are saying about them, and what services they are reviewing to make sure you are likely to receive similar treatment.
It can be equally as helpful to ask family and friends whether they have ever visited the salon to get a first-hand account of what it’s like.
Opening Hours And Availability
Depending on when you intend to receive treatments will make a big impact on the salon you should choose. If you work 9-5 and require appointments outside of these times, be sure that a salon has early morning, late night, or weekend options available.
As well as the appointment slot times, enquire into the availability of the slots you are likely to want to book. There is no use finding a salon that is open till 8pm if all their evening appointments are booked up for the next 3 months.
Ease Of Booking
As well as the ability to book, consider how the salon takes bookings. Opting for a beauty salon that takes bookings via an app will make life a lot easier as you can easily check availability and schedule appointments all in one place. Some salons take bookings over the phone or via direct messaging, this can be very time-consuming and become confusing.
Products
Products used vary from salon to salon so be sure to look into whether the salon you’re considering is using a reputable brand.
As well as the products they are using, look for a beauty salon that offers the option to purchase complementary products like tan accelerators and cuticle oils so you can get the most out of your treatment.
Check Out Their Social Media
Lots of salons now use social media to promote their services. Have a look at any salons you’re considering on Instagram and Tik Tok to get a better idea of what they offer as well as the atmosphere of the salon.
Pricing
Pricing can vary widely from salon to salon so make sure to look into how much they charge for the treatments you are interested in. Be sure to factor in how often you plan to get these treatments to determine whether you can afford the price of certain salons and whether you think it is reasonable.
Loyalty
This is useful if you are planning to receive treatments regularly. Many salons offer loyalty cards for regular customers, meaning you can earn rewards for your loyalty.
New Client Offers
If you are still undecided on where to go, investigate whether any salons from your shortlist offer discounts for new customers. This is a good way to test a beauty salon out if you’ve never visited before.
