Natural waves and curls are one of our favourite hair textures - they are just so unique and beautiful - but this hair type also comes with some special needs! So if you have a person on your shopping list with natural curls check out these amazing curly hair gift options: Cado Curly Cut Hook them up with a gift card to see a Salon Society Cado Curly Cut Specialist! The Cado Method is a 4-part curly haircutting method that is tailored for each individual curl type & style. It can create beautiful cascading layers or volume & balanced shape on short on long hair. It is the perfect gift for anyone with textured hair! Curly Hair Product Gift Sets The Curl Manifesto Holiday Set is the ultimate ‘starter pack’ for the curly person in your life! It comes with a full-size shampoo, conditioner, & leave-in to create the softest + defined curls. Combine that with the discounted price = the perf gift. Curly Hair Holy Grail Products The Kelly Knowles Unraveler brush is an absolute game-changer for detangling & defining curly hair. It can be used in the shower to easily detangle & brush hair with deep conditioners, to detangle day-to-day, or use it with styling products to create defined, beautiful curls. It’s easy to clean, has adjustable settings, and is a great gift for all hair types & textures! Satin Pillowcases & Sleep Bonnets are perfect for any hair type and texture! They reduce friction, breakage, frizz, & flyaways! Also, it just feels super bougie! We have a variety of colours & sizes to choose from so you can find the perfect one for that special someone! Shop these ideas online or swing by the salon (located in the heart of Regina’s downtown warehouse district) and chat with our staff for more options or to further tailor your gifts to your curly person! Happy shopping!
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Unwrapping all the adorable presents tucked inside our stockings on Christmas morning is undeniably one of our most cherished holiday traditions. However, getting everything ready for this special moment can be quite a task! That's precisely why we've got an incredible array of delightful stocking stuffer choices waiting for you at Salon Society this year. We have lots of full-sized products that are naturally small - and therefore perfect for stockings!!
Perfect to tuck in a purse for the person always on the go, travel lovers, and beauty product samplers! We have a wide variety of minis available from our hair care, skincare, and fragrance lines -- these are some of our faves for gifting:
Small but mighty hair heroes! Many of our accessories, such as our satin pillowcases and detangle brushes, come in a variety of vibrant colours and fun designs (even Disney)!
And of course, you can never go wrong with the ultimate gift of choice -- Gift Cards! And there you have it: our picks for the best stocking stuffers! They are perfect for those who are always on the go, for those who love to travel, and for anyone who enjoys beauty. Our selection is available in-salon as well as on our online boutique! Wishing you all the best this holiday season from the whole SASO Team! The holiday season is here and Christmas is fast approaching!! Aaaaaand with it the stress of gift buying -- but we have got you covered at Salon Society. We have tons to choose from and thought we would make it easy for you: a one-stop shop for the whole family at Salon Society with these gift ideas! MomIf your mom is anything like our moms, she is on the go and stressed this holiday season! Give her the gift of relaxation and a moment to herself!
DadNow we know a salon space is not the traditional spot to shop for dads BUT we have some great options - promise!
BrotherJust like with dads, we know the salon doesn't always leap to mind as the place to shop for your brother but we have some stellar gift options for him too!
SisterGive your sister the gift of hair, skin, and beauty fun!
Gifts for AnyoneOf course, not everyone we’re shopping for falls into one of the categories above! No matter who you are giving a gift to, we have plenty of items to choose from!
And there you have it - we hope this gave you some great gift options for all the special people in your life. Wishing you a happy holiday season filled with love, laughter and celebration from the whole SASO Team! This year has been a rough year for the economy, pocketbooks, and small businesses -- which makes it all the more important that we shop local this holiday season and support our community entrepreneurs. That’s why we have compiled a list of all our favourite places to shop locally this Christmas! Little Kinfolk“Little Kinfolk exists to inspire and encourage the joy of motherhood.” Little Kinfolk is a local business in Regina that is family-owned and operated. They offer a variety of adorable clothes and accessories for babies, children, and moms too! Little Kinfolk is dedicated to supporting other parents, which is evident in their exceptional customer service. Whether you're looking for a gift for the little ones or their moms, Little Kinfolk has some amazing options to choose from. The Alternative“The Alternative is a refillery and zero waste market located in Regina, Saskatchewan with the goal to inspire others to choose an alternative lifestyle by connecting them to quality, locally made and sustainable goods.” Looking for gifts that are not only thoughtful but also eco-friendly? Look no further than The Alternative, a zero-waste market and refillery that offers a wide range of sustainable products and local, handmade goods. By choosing gifts from here, you can rest assured that you are not only giving back to your community but also to the planet. Aiden Amina“We believe that there is something so inspiring using such humble materials and shaping them into something new, functional, and creative; mud transformed into mugs, cups, and pots.” Exquisite, top-notch pottery that is both beautiful and of exceptional quality, handmade by one of our favourite people (and SASO Advanced Master Hair Artist) Aaron Brousseau. Aiden Amina offers a stunning pottery collection of unique designs in various sizes, making it a truly remarkable and one-of-a-kind gift option. Shop Aiden Amina at the Cornwall Centre in the Sasktel Corridor during the holiday Mom Market! The Everyday Kitchen“Regina Sourdough Donut and Coffee Bar. Fresh handcrafted donuts using all-natural ingredients. Regina's only multi-roaster coffee shop.” Be the talk of the town at your Christmas potlucks by bringing along a box of The Everyday Kitchen's famous sourdough doughnuts. You're guaranteed to be the hero of the party! Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream“Dandy’s Artisan Ice Cream is a new leader in premium ice cream that’s handcrafted one small batch at a time. Modern flavours come together with local, seasonal ingredients, Canadian dairy, and made-from-scratch inclusions.” You haven't lived until you've tasted Dandy's Artisan Ice Cream! It's simply heavenly. And the best part? You can now enjoy it at home in pint-sized containers! If you're searching for a sweet treat that lasts longer (i.e. under the tree), their Luxe Artisan Chocolates are a must-try. It's almost too pretty to eat, but the taste is too good to pass up! Sticks & Doodles“We’re driven by a relentless passion to spread happiness and uplift lives through art. Infusing every creation with love and craftsmanship, we embody the spirit of Saskatchewan and aspire to make the world a brighter place.” Discover unique wooden treasures, lovingly crafted by local artists. From rustic décor that adds cozy charm to any home to hand-carved keepsakes, Sticks & Doodles has an impressive selection of handmade gifts and stocking stuffers. Treat your loved ones to the artistry and quality craftsmanship of local woodcrafts. Salon Society"Salon Society is the home away from home for every client who walks in the door. We strive to reach beyond the roots (of hair), and into the refinement and healing of one’s core self." And us of course! We have gifts that will suit the whole family -- seriously check out this blog with our Salon Society Gift Ideas!! Hey friends! Hope here from Salon Society to chat about brow laminations, and what you should know before your first service. Let's get right into it!!
HOW DO I PREPARE FOR A BROW LAMINATION? Brow Lamination is a chemical process, meaning there are a couple of things we need to do & avoid to prepare for our appointment!
HOW DO I TAKE CARE OF MY LAMINATED BROWS?Aftercare is the most crucial part of a lasting, gorgeous brow lamination. It is essential to avoid water for 24 hours after. This includes avoiding steam rooms, saunas, hot showers, & excessive sweating. After 24 hours, those brows need HYDRATION. This means applying oil regularly! Think of a lamination like lightening your hair. Because it has gone through a chemical process, it needs a little extra TLC. Still have some questions? Come visit me for a complimentary brow consultation & let’s chat about the best brow service for you!
Acne affects so many individuals globally, however, individuals with melanin-rich skin can be more susceptible to acne. Specifically, darker complexions are prone to dark marks, scars, or even keloids from breakouts. But why? In darker complexions, melanin (what colours our skin & hair) also protects us from harsh UV rays & inflammation. If you’ve ever had one of those large & in-charge breakouts, you know inflammation from acne is no joke. When our skin gets inflamed, it produces melanin to protect us - and this is how we get those pesky dark spots. But how do I treat it? Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation, a.k.a. PIH or dark spots, will fade naturally after the underlying inflammation is controlled. However, there are some products we can use to speed up this process! My favourites are Retinol Clearing Oil & Daily Microfoliant from Dermalogica! Retinol Clearing Oil contains both retinol and salicylic acid to optimize skin recovery, reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation, & target active breakouts. Daily Microfoliant is a rice-based powder exfoliant. It contains an ingredient called Phytic Acid which helps immensely with the appearance of hyperpigmentation. If you’re a skincare junkie like me, I also use the whole Powerbright line from Dermalogica as well. Remember with PIH, dark spots often start to look worse before better - so keep up with that routine! If you are wondering what kinds of products are right for you, come see me for a complimentary skin consultation!
Hey guys!! It's Ailesh from Salon Society here, writing to you all the way from Ottawa. With the major distance, I have to plan my new product purchases with a little more care when shopping from our online boutique… otherwise I would be making some major splurges every week!! I wash my hair 1-2 times a week and am a shampoo + hair masque kinda gal. As I aim to only wash my hair 1x a week (and yes, I do bathe + shower throughout the week without washing my hair haha I am not a dirty gremlin the rest of the time), I really want to maximize the nourishment my hair gets during this treatment!
SO when I learned that Kérastase's Chronologiste Masque Intense Régénérant is designed for regular use after shampooing, I was pretty excited!! PLUS this hair masque came to me pretty highly recommended - Nadine absolutely raves about it which sold me on it. I was already very impressed with the Chronologiste Nourishing Hair Oil (such a LOVELY hair oil) so I was very excited to check out a product coming with such high hype… and ohhhh mannnn did it ever live up to it! Texture spray is a super versatile product, and one that everyone should have in their home hair product collections! Texture spray can be used to achieve more volume, to separate curls or waves, and some can even be used to absorb oil to help extend your style! There are two main types of texture sprays: dry texture sprays and sea salt sprays. Dry texture spray is applied to dry hair to add texture and separation, while sea salt spray is applied to wet hair to create a beachy texture working with natural wave patterns. As hairstylists, our team is obsessed with the dry texture sprays and we use them on our clients! The best part? They are honestly such an easy product to use: after styling just spray the texture product in before hairspray (if using hairspray), brush it through, and then apply again! Our favourite dry texture sprays are: Kevin Murphy BEDROOM.HAIRKevin Murphy DOO.OVEROribe Dry Texturizing Spray
For those beach wave days, my go to salt sprays are Hair Resort Spray from Kevin Murphy, and Oribe’s Après Beach or Matte Waves. They help build that wave and texture and they smell aaaamazing!!! Now that we have shared all my texture faves with you, we want to know… Do you use texture spray? Tell us in the comments or send us a DM to chat about styling and product recommendations!! Curl friends, it’s your time! Wondering what the CADŌ is all about?
After experimenting and perfecting my cado skills, I have found that Oribe has some amazing products; the Curl Gelée, Moisture Mask, Curl Gloss, and Shaping Mousse are my top products when doing both CADŌ cuts and styles! Here are the deets on managing and achieving healthy, defined, bouncy curls at home:
Invest in your curls now - thank me later 💋 xo So it’s time for a new sunscreen, but which one should I get? There’s the cost effective ones I can grab at the drugstore, but do they really work? Then there's the ones I can invest in, but what makes them special? The answer is you need a Broad Spectrum Sunscreen. But what is a broad spectrum sunscreen? A broad spectrum sunscreens protect from both UVA & UVB rays. Here is an easy way to remember the difference: UVB rays are what cause Burns - these rays cause sunburns, aging, & potentially skin cancer UVA rays are what causes Aging - these rays cause aging & potentially skin cancer UVA rays make up 90% of UV radiation, are here year-round, & penetrate through the clouds, glass, etc. Applying broad spectrum sunscreen daily is the best way to prevent fine lines, wrinkles, aging, sunburns, etc. What do the numbers on sunscreen mean?The number listed on a sunscreen tells you how long it would take the UV rays to redden your skin compared to not wearing sunscreen at all. For example, if you are applying an SPF 40, it should take 40 times longer to burn compared to if you were not wearing SPF. If you apply one product daily, it should be a broad spectrum sunscreen! Which broad spectrum sunscreen should I use?
Still have questions? Come visit me at Salon Society for a complimentary skin consultation or send me a message on Instagram (@Hopeatsalonsociety) & lets figure out what products are right for you!
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