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Hey Boutique Babes! Meet the two newest members of #thebbbteam, Natalia and Marcella! Get to know the both of them a little bit better below + click here to book your next reservation with one of these bada** stylists.  Hey Boutique Babes! My name is Natalia. I am one of the blonding and fashion color specialists here on #thebbbteam. I am super excited for this new adventure! xo ♡ Why did you decide to become a hair stylist? I love empowering women and making them feel beautiful. ♡ What inspires you the most? I absolutely love seeing my clients smile after they get their hair done and seeing how confident I can make them. ♡ What is your holy grail hair product you can’t go a day without? I love the Kevin Murphy fresh.hair dry shampoo! ♡ What is your favorite hair style? Definitely beach waves. ♡ What is the best hair trend at the moment in your opinion? A ton of my guests have been loving the icy platinum blonde trend lately. ♡ Explain what an experience in your chair is like for your guests. I definitely aim to go beyond the service itself and have a true connection with all of my guests. I also alway want your time in my chair to an upbeat/happy vibe! ♡ What is your ultimate goal as a hair stylist? I want my clients to have confidence at all times even at home! I would love to teach my clients how to achieve specific hairstyles/looks so they can feel their best 100% of the time. ♡ Where can everyone find you? Pimp yourself out! You can find me on IG @the.bbb.team_natalia!  Hey babes! I am Marcella. I am currently one of the balayage specialists here on #thebbbteam, but am super eager to transition into hand-tied hair extensions as well soon!
♡ Why did you decide to become a hair stylist? I love making women feel beautiful on the inside and out. ♡ What inspires you the most? I am very goal-oriented and want to achieve my career goals! ♡ What is your holy grail hair product you can’t go a day without? I cannot live without the Kevin Murphy fresh.hair dry shampoo because I try not to wash my hair everyday and this product is amazing for training your hair on your in-between days! ♡ What is your favorite hair style? I love a good loose beach wave look! ♡ What is the best hair trend at the moment in your opinion? A good balayage is one of my favorites! ♡ Explain what an experience in your chair is like for your guests. I always aim to make my guests feel confident and comfortable. ♡ What is your ultimate goal as a hair stylist? My ultimate goal as a hair stylist is to keep expanding on my skills and knowledge, and always make my guests feel good about themselves. ♡ Where can everyone find you? Pimp yourself out! You can find me on Instagram @the.bbb.team_marcella
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♡ Shampoo Super Fast
I can’t even lie to you, I am guilty. My hair gets super sweaty from my workout and I want to scrub shampoo all over it until I feel clean. We need to STOP doing this. We need to gently scrub, not go crazy, which creates matting and knots. It is also important to remember that shampoo is for our scalp, not our ends. When rinsing your shampoo, it will fall through your ends and cleanse them naturally. ♡ Treat Wet Hair Like Dry Hair When your hair is wet, the elasticity is different and more fragile. Your hair should never be put into a ponytail while wet because the hair will stretch as it dries causing breakage. This is why it is also important to dry your hair before bed. Rubbing fragile hair against your pillow while sleeping can cause damage. ♡ Avoid Haircuts Have you heard that haircuts make your hair grow? They won’t make your hair grow more from your scalp, but they do decrease breakage which then increases your overall length. If you avoid getting a haircut, you risk your split ends moving higher and higher. The key is to find a stylist who can do what I like to call a dusting. A dusting is when we remove the minimum amount of length, usually under a quarter of inch, but just enough to keep your hair growing healthy. ♡ Not Having A Haircare Regimen I hear all of my guests talk about their morning and night skincare routines, but then don’t follow a haircare routine. Choosing a regimen for your hair is just as important as your skin! This should consist of a wash and rinse that fits your hair type, repairing lotions, heat protectants and more. Talk to your stylist about creating a regimen you can follow to achieve your hair goals, or DM us on Instagram @brookebauerboutique & we will help build a haircare regime for you. ♡ Use Cotton Pillowcases Cotton pillowcases can pull on your hair and cause matting and breakage. We recommend a silk pillowcase that your hair can comfortably slide on throughout the night. Your hair is also the most safe in a braid. Wearing your hair down isn’t recommended. ♡ Tight Hair Styles Tight ponytails and buns are super adorable and we are all for the trend. However, we encourage you to break up your tight bun days and give your hair a rest in-between. Also, aim to find hair accessories that are gentle on your hair and keep it safe. What are some other simple things you do that cause BIG TIME damage? We would love to hear. Once damage is created, it is difficult to reverse it. It is important to focus on keeping your hair safe and sound. This is a question we often get asked by our Boutique Babes! Everyone loves dimension and blonde tones, but are nervous on how it will look on them. We believe everyone can look good with some tone of blonde, however the key is the type of blonde that you choose. At Brooke Bauer Boutique, we take pride in the responsibility to inform you on what would and would not compliment you when it comes to our blonding services. Here are some of the ways we determine the type and tone of blonde for potential blonding guests.
♡ Skin Tone When it comes to choosing the right hair color, skin tone is a huge factor. We believe a hair tone opposite to your skin tone compliments best. This way, your features pop instead of blending in with your hair. If you are fair with pink undertones, we aim for more cooler tones to balance your skin. If you are fair with cool undertones, we aim for warms toners with the same goal. ♡ Integrity Is your hair going to take sessions to become the type of blonde you desire? No matter how beautiful the color, if the hair isn’t healthy, it won’t look good. Ask your stylist about the health of your hair before beginning the blonding process. Is the color change going to require a hefty haircut? These are a few things to think about to determine if your overall end goal is achievable. ♡ Budget All hair color requires some sort of maintenance, but blonding is definitely considered more high end. Make sure to chat with your stylist and set up a hair plan to achieve your blonde goals. After you achieve your final goal, be sure to ask your stylist what the upkeep and maintenance of that color entails. It is always crucial to have your hair fit your lifestyle. Still thinking about going blonde after a few of our tips? You should totally do it! Blonde is fantastic when it’s done right and it is one of our specialties. Click here to book a blonding session with one of the stylists on #thebbbteam. A lot of us are unfamiliar with how much wear and tear we can create on our hair throughout the Summer months. A few years ago, one of my regular guests returned from Punta Cana with what looked like severe heat tool damage. After having a discussion with her, I realized that her hair was actually sunburnt. Summer is a time to let your hair down and enjoy yourself on the beach, but here are some things to remember. ♡ Yes, your hair can get damaged from the sun. Exposure to the sun for long periods of time can severely damage your hair cuticle. This is the same type of damage you would see from over processed color or over using heat tools at home. Dry, brittle strands, broken ends, frizziness, and discoloration can all be signs of UVA or UVB damage caused by the sun. ♡ You're not crazy, your color does fade faster. The rays from the sun actually break down the chemical bonds present in hair color. Your hair will fade much quicker if you are often exposed to the sun. ♡ Green hair, don’t care. We know chlorine is a big no for blondes, but what about everyone else? Chlorine is not good for any hair type. It sucks the natural oils from your hair and weakens the hair strands, causing split ends. It can also cause chemical reactions. I have seen it first hand when a swim instructor decided she wanted a balayage: hello, smoking hair. A few other things we don’t always think about, but NEED to stop doing: Putting our hair up while it is wet. Pushing our sunglasses out of our face and then ripping out a chunk of hair with them. Putting your hair in extremely tight pony tails or top knots. Btw, I am guilty of all of this. So how can you protect your hair? Now that we realize how evil Summer months can be on our hair. ♡ UV Protectant Find a haircut product with UV Protectant. (this is different than heat protectant) Using a UV Protectant will ensure your hair does not get damaged and your color lasts longer. Ensure your combing this through so the product is evenly distributed. Kevin.Murphy has a few greats products: Leave.In-Repair, Heated.Defense, Shimmer.Shine. ♡ Wear a Hat This is the simplest way to shield your hair from the sun and you’ll look cute, too. ♡ Cold Water Rinse Do a cold water rinse prior to going into the pool. This will close your hair cuticle and not allow the chemicals to get inside. You could also coat your hair in conditioner. It works as a barrier for the chemicals. ♡ Take Care of Your Hair a little Extra On top of all of these things, the best you can do is amp up your hair regimen at home. Use the proper Wash + Rinse for your hair needs, use a masque once a week and visit the salon on a regular basis. XO, Brooke Have more questions about Summer Damage? Contact us via Instagram @brookebauerboutique Do you ever feel like you stylist hop? Going from stylist to stylist, but you still can’t find someone who understands you and your hair? This is rough and we’ve all been there. There is really no guide on how to choose a stylist, which is why it can be so difficult. That's why we wanted to share some of the ways that we pair up our Boutique Babes with their stylists. We hope this helps you as well.
♡ What type of hair do you have? The hair type list is long: fine, thick, curly, coarse, blonde, brunette, red, etc. Each one of us has a very unique head of locks and it is important to find someone who understands them. When calling a salon or looking for a stylist, some good things to look for or ask for are their specialities. If you have fine, brunette hair try to find someone who specializes in this. This will give you the confidence that they have an abundance of experience for your hair type. ♡ Are they active? Social Media is huge in our industry and every stylist knows it. An active stylist who is passionate about their career will be posting and educating their followers on a regular basis. This is also a great place to look for their most common pictures and if they match your style, vibe and hair goals. ♡ Are they within your budget? Never feel afraid to ask about pricing. We promise you, it isn’t awkward and we want you to be informed. There is nothing worse than loving your hair to then be sticker shocked knowing you’ll never be able to return again. At Brooke Bauer Boutique, we go over pricing during your consultation to ensure we are both on the same page. We also offer a wide variety of stylists with different price ranges. If you want a long term stylist, this is important to know. ♡ Do you like them? If you’re struggling to find a stylist, I highly recommend doing a consultation prior to booking with them. Whether that be via phone or in person, consultations are a great way to feel someone out. Finding a hairstylist is like dating. Why do think it is so hard to leave your long-term stylist relationship? Which brings me to the last one… ♡ Don’t just stay to stay. If you’re feeling unhappy, bored or just not in love with your hair, you’re not with the right stylist. You should feel fresh and obsessed with your hair when you're leaving the salon. (unless you are working towards a long term hair goal, of course.) It truly is just like dating and you deserve to feel happy and confident. Did this information help? If you’re looking for a new stylist, #thebbbteam would love the opportunity to feel out if you are a good match. Click here to browse our team of stylists. XO, Brooke ♡ Why do we choose commission?
Commission is essential to create a legit salon culture. Without standards, it is impossible to build a reputation for greatness and help our stylists grow. The commission structure also allows us to take care of the business side so you can focus on your craft, clientele and career. ♡ Can you SERIOUSLY take unlimited sick days and vacation days? Yep! We trust you to do what’s best for your career. Brooke Bauer Boutique welcomes stylists who have other things going on in their lives. This is great for mothers, freelancers, travelers, artists, or people who don’t like a set schedule. ♡ Why do we charge hourly pricing? Charging hourly allows you take control of your income. You sell time. Decide what you want to make and charge that. Hourly pricing simplifies the quoting process, checkout, AND most importantly gives the stylist the flexibility to do the necessary steps it takes to achieve guests goals. ♡ Do we have an intern program? We do have an internship, however you can start behind the chair immediately. You will need to build a client base. We provide classes and mentorship, but none of it is mandatory. YOU choose how to grow and we are more than happy to guide you. The main thing to remember is that you are committing to this career and you will only get out of it what you are ready to put in. ♡ Why don't we accept tips? Gratuity is outdated and awkward. Brooke Bauer Boutique has stopped accepting gratuity in an effort to elevate our stylists. We are craft hairstylists and charge appropriately for our time, so no tips are necessary. If you need tips to survive, it's time to raise your prices. ♡ What does being a part of #thebbbteam look like? With freedom also comes responsibility. At Brooke Bauer Boutique, stylists are held to a very high standard of guest satisfaction and responsibility. We have company values that are important to the culture, and all of our stylists are held accountable to live up to them. We strive to have a diverse community of stylists, and ALL will be held to the same standards. A Brooke Bauer Boutique hair stylist stays up to date on skills & trends, maintains positive reviews from guests, achieves high retention numbers, and respects the space and their team. #thebbbteam also cares about community. This includes participating in charity and environmental issues. Are you interested in being a part of #thebbbteam? Come work with us! We are always looking to grow our team. Click here to follow us on social media + DM us to set up an interview today. XO, Brooke |
