by Paula Barker | Aug 13, 2025 | 4C Hair, Business, Dreadlocks Repair, DREADLOCKS/LOCS, Dreads/Locs Repair, Hair Care, Hair Repair, Hair Styling, Natural Hair, Uncategorized
Many people calling for information on loc retwists usually ask “what does loc maintenance include”. Contrary to belief, if you have dreads/locs, it is necessary to have them cleaned up and the roots tightened unless you prefer freeform. This can be done monthly,...
by Paula Barker | Jun 12, 2025 | 4A Hair, 4B Hair, 4C Hair, baby's Hair, Blow Drying Hair, Braids, Business, Chemical Straightening, Child's Hair, DREADLOCKS/LOCS, Hair Care, Hair Extensions, Hair Salon Business, Hair Styling, Haircuts, Natural Hair, Salon Pricing, Uncategorized
On my way to work today, I saw a child running ahead of his parents on the street and was reminded of parents that cannot say no to their kids. Despite many calls, the child ignored them and ran harder. I was judging because I know I could not have pulled that stunt...
by Paula Barker | May 1, 2025 | Business, Hair Styling, Haircuts, Hairstyles for Spring, Hairstyles for summer, Self Image, Uncategorized, Wigs
Regarding the question: “can I ask a hairstylist to choose a hairstyle for me?” I would say yes, you certainly can. A good hairstylist should be able to take in your facial features along with other factors and recommend a hairstyle. However, for a better...
by Paula Barker | Mar 21, 2025 | 4A Hair, 4B Hair, 4C Hair, Blow Drying Hair, Business, Color Shy, Curls & Perms, Hair Care, Hair Fails, Hair Styling, Natural Hair, Self Help, Self Image, Uncategorized
Sometimes at the salon we get asked to do services that confirm why questioning your traditions is a good thing. Often people carry on traditions that affect them but only question it if it threatens their mental health and hair! Hair salons get calls for help with...
by Paula Barker | Mar 7, 2025 | 4C Hair, Braids, Business, Hair Care, Hair Extensions, Hair Fails, Hair products, Hair Salon Business, Hair Styling, Hairstyles for Spring, Hairstyles for summer, Natural Hair, Uncategorized, Winter braids
It seems the people in our industry no longer agree on how long you keep braid extensions in. It was a well known fact that braids lasted a certain amount of time depending on the one chosen. However, these days the information being circulated is different...
by Paula Barker | Feb 20, 2025 | Business, Hair Salon Business, Lifestyle, Troubleshooting, Uncategorized
We had two massive snow storms that inspired me to write on what no more slacking off means for business. With all that white stuff blanketing the city and sending many to the emergency room trying to get rid of it, appointments would usually get cancelled. But, this...
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