​​Hey everyone! Ailesh from Salon Society in Regina, SK here to talk about proper hand and nail care in our current crazy COVID world. 


As we all undoubtedly know at this point, 20 seconds of frequent and thorough handwashing with soap and warm water is important for defending against the COVID-19 virus but all this hand washing can really take a toll on the health of our hands and nails. In addition, increased sanitization of frequently touched surfaces has many of us with our hands in harsh cleaners and bleach. 

Working to keep your hands and nails in good shape isn't just so they look pretty but also to protect your health. Broken skin and abrasions are a good way for bacteria to enter your body and dry hands and cuticles can be painful - so let's get fixing those hands! 

1. Moisturize 

The best thing you can do for your hands is moisturize them. Frequent handwashing is very drying so it is important to follow every hand wash with lotion. Try a DIY hand scrub to scrub away the dryness and start fresh - something as simple as brown sugar and coconut oil will do the trick! 

TOP TIP: Have a lotion next to every sink so you won't forget and don't have to look for it!

2. Use Warm Water 

Warm water is plenty warm enough to effectively wash your hands and is the recommended temperature for handwashing. Whereas washing with hot water strips moisture from your hands plus can cause irritation or burns. 

3. No Nail Biting 

Nothing is worse than unsightly and painful nails and cuticles. Keep those fingers out of your mouth - for your nails and your health! 

TOP TIP: Keeping your nails at a shorter, more manageable length can help to discourage nail biting. Plus, always carry nail clippers or a nail file so any broken nails can be taken care of immediately without biting. 

4. Cuticle Care 

Dry cuticles are flakey, peeling, hang nail prone cuticles. To keep your cuticles looking good be sure to use lots of lotion and cuticle oil! In addition, it's important to keep a pair of sharp cuticle nibbers on hand. Using nibbers to carefully and safely cut away dry cuticles and hang nails helps to stop tearing and prevent painful cuticles.

TOP TIP: Put cuticle oil on at night before bed so it can fully soak in as you sleep! 

5. Pretty Nails are Healthy Nails 

Right now long nails may not be the best choice for you. Our frequent hand washing can make nails dry and brittle leading to easy breakage. Shorter well shaped nails are easier to maintain than longer nails; uniform healthy nails are pretty nails.

6. Polish 

Grab some nail polish and make those nails shine! Make sure to thoroughly clean the nail before applying any polish and use base and top coats for a longer lasting manicure. If you're thinking of tackling some nail art check out my blog - 4 Tips for Beginner Nail Art! 

OH MY GOSH! Our clients are so excited to get back in our chairs, and man oh man we are so excited too! We were hoping to have more answers and start booking all you lovely people today. However 4 days have gone by and we still don't have clarity from our government.

Here's what's holding us back:

1. In order to serve our clients we will need to wear full PPE, this includes:

• Surgical/procedural masks
• Protective eyewear
• Face shields
• Aprons (not sure yet if the ones we already own will do)

      2. We will need to source all appropriate cleaning supplies

• Lysol Wipes
• Hand Sanitizer
• Etc.

      3. We are unsure if the government is going to push our industry into Phase 3 as there isn't yet clarification on whether our licenses fall under "Cosmetologist". 

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR MY APPOINTMENT?

When we open our doors to all of you beautiful humans things will not be business as usual, however we are committed to begin the booking process as soon as:

• we all have all the necessary equipment in hand
• re-opening plans are solid
• we feel 100% confident that we can safely open while maintaining the health and safety of our clients and staff
• as well as clarity on our licenses

SO WHAT DO I NEED TO DO?

Get your name on our waitlist! By signing up for our waitlist, this let's us know you are:

• 100% comfortable returning to the salon
• excited to get your hair done
• provides information on your availability
• helps keep the order of the bookings fair, provides equal opportunity to everyone

So don't panic, we've got you, and we will take care of you. #noclientleftbehind

Hey friends! I’m going to be giving you a few tips on how to grow out your hair! I’ve spent YEARS trying to get my hair to grow passed my collarbones. I started highlighting my hair back in high school, would use my flat iron to straighten it once (sometimes twice ) a day, and I was never using the right products! So let’s start:

1. Cool it on the bleach. I know it sucks. When you just want to be platinum, Julianne Hough blonde, but your hair won’t let you. There are some ways you can be blonde without having to get your highlights every month.
2. Please DO NOT sleep on wet hair. When your hair is wet it is in the most fragile state, so sleeping on it will do some damage. (I was doing this for yeeeeaaars)
3. MASKS, MASKS, MASKS. And honestly, nothing’s better than pouring yourself a glass of wine and sitting in a bubbly bath with a mask soaking in your hair. (That can be your getaway from the kids, spouse, etc. )
4. I love styling my hair. I’m a hairstylist it’s what I do! But putting heat on my hair everyday was definitely one of the biggest reasons why my hair would never grow. I choose one day in the week that I will curl/flat iron my hair, and for the rest of the week I go without heat! My 1st blog post might give you a few hairstyle ideas that you don’t need heat to achieve! 

****Also, if you’re going to use a curling iron/flat iron please remember to use heat protectant****

    5. And lastly, get regular haircuts! I was that girl that would trim half an inch off, once a year. In order to grow out your hair, you need to trim those little split ends!

 First things first, micro-needling is a medical procedure that should be done by a qualified Medical Aesthetician.
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That being said, I’m a fully certified Medical Aesthetician in many areas including micro-needling. I’ve been trained through one of the top schools in Canada and received my practical training under a licensed practicing physician in October of 2019. I’ve been obsessed with skin care, natural and cruelty free products for over 10 years which has lead me to where I am today.

I practice out of Salon Society in the beautiful warehouse district of Regina, Saskatchewan. I am surrounded by my talented team, as well as creativity and community all around the salon! I mean HELLO Local market YQR, The Everyday Kitchen, Project Barre YQR, Sweet Pea & Noelle, Hillberg & Berk, Wheelhouse Cycle Club and SO many more.

Anyway, I’m rambling (probably because I miss every business that I’ve listed since the Covid
hit). Let’s talk micro-needling and why you should consider investing. Micro-needling, also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure to stimulate the body’s natural healing process and healthy cell turn over. What the heck does this mean? Here’s some examples:

• Stimulates the collagen and elastin production
• Evens out skin tone and blemishes
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, age spots, brown spots, scars, stretch marks and the size of your pores.
• Over all visibly younger looking skin and total skin rejuvenation.

Did you know that our collagen starts to deplete around the age of 25? I know, read that again, cry a little and then come back. But trust me, I look at my kids with their perfect skin and no remaining lines after they laugh or glare or frown at me with serious envy. They really don’t know how lucky they are ;)

Like I said earlier, micro-needling is a minimally invasive procedure that involves a pen with a disposable needle tip (yes disposable, because obviously one needle head per client treatment
since we don’t want to be spreading any blood borne diseases). The needle speed and depth are 100% controlled by me. Depending on your treatment plan and treatment area, I will determine both or either settings. The Health Canada Approved needle pen works in a stamping motion which is visible to the naked eye as a vibration. This method prevents any cutting or tearing of the skin which would be damaging. (Circle back to the top about why you should research your aesthetician and their products/suppliers. There are cheap pens out there and you and your skin deserve the highest and safest quality).

I should probably add, you are COMPLETELY NUMB with medical grade numbing cream. You
don’t feel anything. It’s literally like a vibration massage. I’ve had many clients come in who are nervous and then tell me how surprisingly relaxed they are during and after the treatment.

What to expect for your session:

• A deep cleanse of the area
• A degrease of the area (a nice way to say that I am disinfecting the area with rubbing alcohol)
• Numbing cream. The numbing cream needs to sit on the area for 20-30 minutes before we start. This is a great opportunity to relax before your treatment. (I usually leave the room and let you have a snooze).
• Then it’s go time! I go over the area with specific passes and then concentrate more directly on your concerning areas to ensure the best results possible.
• During the micro-needling I put micronized medical grade hyaluronic acid onto the area and needle it into your skin. Hyaluronic acid has many benefits and when used with micro-needling it helps with healthy cell turnover and recovery, adding moisture, reducing inflammation and redness, creates a fullness/plump appearance of the skin. (If you have any questions about hyaluronic acid, see my previous blog post about the hyaluronic hype train you should jump on).

Now of course with everything, there are some contraindications that need to be considered. Not everyone can be a candidate for this procedure. Please contact me directly with any questions, I’d love to help you on your skin healing journey.

​Hey there! ​Ailesh here from Salon Society in Regina, Saskatchewan.

For my first ever blog post I decided to write about something I am very passionate about - nail art. I love trying new things, keeping up with nail trends, and learning new techniques. I know first-hand how daunting nail art can seem, especially when you're just starting out, so I've put together my top tips for beginners to nail art - I hope you enjoy them! 

​1. Keep It Simple
If you are just starting out keep it simple and easy. Classic designs like polka dots, hearts, and flowers are a great starting point and will help to hone your fine motor skills. 

​2. Add A Twist
Find an simple design and jazz it up with a twist. For example, layering different coloured polka dots. Adding a matte top coat is another easy way to transform a look! 

​3. Perfectly Imperfect
Aim for designs that don't require perfection. Instead, try looks that allow for imperfection from nail to nail - think bold brush strokes, abstract designs, and mixing textures and patterns. This is especially helpful if you are trying to do nail art on both hands but aren't comfortably ambidextrous yet. 

4. Go All Out (Almost) 
Go all out, full crazy nail art - on one hand. Use your dominant hand to create the nail art of your dreams on one hand. Then using your non-dominant hand, paint simple solid coloured nails in a colour that compliments the design hand. 

​Heya for those of you who don’t know me yet I'm Aaron Brousseau and I’m a Lead Hair Artist at Salon Society in Regina, Saskatchewan. 


If you’ve ever visited our beautiful space at 1368 Rose Street, you’ve probably seen me or at least experienced my larger than life personality! One of the things I’m known for is my eccentric facial hair. That is (most of the time) meticulously groomed. The question I get asked the most is “how long does that take?” or “how do you get it to do that?” I usually keep the answers short and sweet but today I’m going to show you all my secrets on how to style the perfect beard. 

And there you have it the perfect beard that feels, smells, and looks amazing! 

Hello clients, friends and family,

Again we'd like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support during the COVID-19 closure. Without your support we could have been in a much more difficult position. Your kindness has meant the world to us!

Our government has released information this morning in regards to re-opening dates. We do not have any information however about protocols, policies and procedures etc. Having our team and YOU, our community safe and comfortable is the most important thing. Right now we need much more information before we can be clear on when we will be open, and will not be taking appointments until things are more clear.

The SASO team will be meeting over the next few days to strategize our plans for when we will re-open and what that will look like. From the information we've been able to gather so far, it looks like things will be FAR from normal.

We have turned off online booking at this time to ensure we are able to re-book clients in order of clients that had appointments booked during the closure as well as clients who have been added to the waitlist.

IF YOU ARE NOT ON THE WAITLIST PLEASE ADD YOURSELF HERE.

​We've already received an overwhelming amount of messages, and we are just as excited to see you as you are to see us!! Seriously missing you all so much! However, we are going to pump the breaks for a few days here. Get a solid plan in place and then start contacting all of our clients starting next week.

Please give us grace while we navigate through the re-opening process.

All our love;

SASO Crew

Hey there, my name is Shanna Watts! I’m a Lead Hair Artist at Salon Society in Regina, SK. Some of you may know me, but for those of you that don’t... here are a few facts about me:

• I have been doing hair for 4 years, and received my journeyman designation in 2019
• I grew up in Raymore, SK (small town girl, not farm girl lol)
• I have a four month old puppy named Duffy who I am obsessed with 
• Some of my closest friends are my coworkers at Salon Society

This blog post is going to be a few tips on how to style your hair without putting any heat on it. During this quarantine period, there’s no real reason to be putting heat on your hair. It’s the perfect time to give your hair a break! But if you’re like me who has crazy/curly/frizzy hair, you’ll need to do SOMETHING to it to feel human everyday.