I’m sure the word COVID-19, or more commonly referred to as Coronavirus, isn’t unfamiliar to anyone at this stage. While we are unsure as to how this will impact our daily lives, it is becoming increasingly apparent that businesses will start to take a hit, a reality that will also be affecting your hair and beauty salon. Therefore, if you’d like to support your favourite salon, we’ve put some ideas together on how you can help.

Have an upcoming booking and are thinking of cancelling?

We appreciate that you may be concerned about going to your beauty and/or hair salon during this time. However, as long as you feel fit and healthy, are following the World Health Organisations (WHO) recommendations and respect that salons may have additional procedures in place (i.e. no hugs and washing hands before/after treatments), then you’re good to go. If you do feel unwell — then make sure to cancel but also, reschedule to a new date.

Give credit where due

Let’s face it; we all appreciate a compliment now and then, especially when it can lead to business growth. Online reviews are key to a successful salon, and for those looking for a new salon, reading the online reviews on Google and Facebook will be the first thing they do. So, if you’ve had an excellent service not so long ago, or if you’ve been to your salon for years and never posted a positive review online — do that now! This can make all the difference for when business picks back up.

Share that transformation!

Did your nail technician give you the prettiest manicure you’ve ever had or did your hairdresser give you the best cut? Make sure to take a photo and upload it to your social media accounts, showing them some love. Don’t forget to tag them! #SupportYourSalon.

Continue your engagement

Make sure to continue to like, comment and share your salon’s social media posts. Social media engagements go a long way, especially in a time where a little extra support is needed.

Book that appointment!

Feeling a little unwell and won’t get the chance to pop into your salon for your usual treatment? Make sure to pre-book your next appointment and get your salon’s diaries looking nice and full — giving them something to look forward to. Better yet, most salons have their own salon apps, so you can conveniently do this while watching your favourite TV show.

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