With all the different hair salons out there, it can seem impossible to find one that will give you exactly the hair cut and treatment you’re looking for. You might not want to spend too much, but still want a cut that looks high quality. Or maybe you don’t care how much it costs so long as they’ll bring you a cappuccino and give you that perfectly layered cut you saw Rihanna walking around with. Whatever you’re looking for in beauty salons, we’ll break down where to find it.

Upscale Hair Salons

Many hotels and beauty spas feature hair salons that are all about pampering the customer. You’ll probably be able to get a manicure and pedicure (with massage included, naturally) at the same time your hair is being cut. You’ll be offered your choice of beverages and a selection of spa experiences, and the haircut you receive is likely to be of extremely high quality. The beauty products will be top-shelf, and you’ll probably be extremely happy with the whole experience. The downside, of course, is that this sort of treatment comes with the highest price tag of the lot, which may not be worth it for you.

Trendy Hair Salons

The trendy hair salons are different from the upscale in that they’re not about pampering – they’re about style. These hair salons usually feature some of the most innovative, up and coming stylists in the area, people who aren’t afraid to take risks and keep you on the cutting edge. You won’t get a lot of personal attention; in fact, you may feel downright ignored and rushed. You also may be more subject to the stylist’s vision than your own desires for your haircut. However, they’re good places to go if you like to be up on the latest fashions and don’t mind a little brusque treatment to get it. You’ll find the price tag a little lower than the upscale hair salons, but not by much.

Independent Hair Salons

These are the tried and true, Mom-n-Pop hair salons that have always been just around the corner. Some of these can be absolute gems, if the owner is devoted to finding good talent and keeping it, and they can definitely be one of the best combinations of great haircuts and an affordable price tag. One downside of independent hair salons is that they may not be as careful about maintaining their facilities. One good way to tell if a salon is keeping up with the times is by checking the magazines they have on hand and whether it’s orderly. Take a look at their hair care products and hair shears, too – if they’re not of high quality, the salon may not be committed to it in general.

Chain Hair Salons

Depending on how well-known the chain is for its quality hair cuts, these can be excellent places to get a discount on your cut. The stylists are often not paid very much, which can mean they’re not especially devoted to doing a good job. It means you’re unlikely to find experienced or talented stylists, though you may find a perfectly competent newbie you’re satisfied with. The appeal of chain hair salons is the price tag, and if you can find a new hair stylist simply gaining experience with a lot of talent, you may choose to follow her to a new salon when she moves on – hopefully keeping a pretty low price for your loyalty.

If you’re looking for quality beauty products for your salon or home, visit us at The Shears Depot. We have a wide array of hair scissors, barber shears, barber scissors and other beauty products that are sure to satisfy your every need at home or in the salon.

By Julie Sullivan - October 14, 2009