The beauty industry has been not-so-eco-friendly in the past and at Salon Society we are dedicated to making positive changes to be as green and eco-friendly as possible! Our mission is to make a positive impact on the environment while providing exceptional products and services to our clients. And with that in mind, here are our Eco Commitments to you! 1. Environmental ResponsibilityWe will prioritize the protection of the environment by reducing waste, conserving energy, and promoting recycling and responsible disposal practices. A big step we have already made towards eco-friendly practices was becoming a Green Circle Salon on day one! The Green Circle Salon program allows us to recycle many beauty waste products that would otherwise be headed to the landfill -- including colour tubes, foils, hair, and more! 2. Sustainable Products & Responsible SourcingWe carefully select suppliers and partners who share our commitment to sustainability. We prioritize working with companies that adhere to ethical labour practices and follow environmentally friendly production methods. As Regina’s only Kerastase salon, it is a privilege to be able to provide absolutely amazing products to our clients AND feel good about knowing the company's commitment to the planet is right in line with our values! Kerastase hopes to generate a sustainable circle of care in the professional luxury hair care world, from sourcing and manufacturing to formulas and packaging. Kerastase is committed to more sustainable packaging, responsible formulas, and producing sustainably. Read more about their eco commitments here! 3. Education and AwarenessWe believe in empowering our employees and customers with knowledge and resources to make informed decisions for a more sustainable lifestyle. We actively promote our Kerastase Bring Back Your Bain recycle program and take constant feedback from our team on ideas for eco-improvement in our salon space! 4. Continuous ImprovementWe are dedicated to ongoing change and improvement to continue adapting and adding new eco solutions that further reduce our environmental impact. We regularly review and refine our practices, seeking ways to improve efficiency, minimize waste, and enhance sustainability!! By embracing these principles, we aim to be an eco-responsible sustainable salon and we promise to continually work on our sustainability -- and work towards a greener planet for all!
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The beauty industry has been not-so-eco-friendly in the past -- and at Salon Society, we are dedicated to making positive changes to be as green and eco-friendly as possible! Our mission is to make a positive impact on the environment while providing exceptional products and services to our clients… and that is where Kerastase comes in!! We carefully select suppliers and partners who share our commitment to sustainability. We prioritize working with companies that adhere to ethical labour practices and follow environmentally friendly production methods. As Regina’s only Kerastase salon, it is a privilege to be able to provide absolutely amazing products to our clients AND feel good about knowing the company's commitment to the planet is right in line with our values! Kerastase hopes to generate a sustainable circle of care in the professional luxury hair care world, from sourcing and manufacturing to formulas and packaging. Kerastase is committed to more sustainable packaging.
Kerastase is committed to recycling.We are excited to be a part of the Kérastase Bring Back Your Bain recycling program.
Kerastase is committed to more responsible formulas.Kérastase is applying its spirit of innovation to improving formulas by integrating more sustainable raw materials and exploring green sciences to harness the power of nature without exhausting its resources. From bio-based, renewable ingredients such as Centella Asiatica, to biotechnology-sourced actives like hyaluronic acid and amino acid, their ambition is to combine the highest product efficacy with sustainable processes. By 2030, Kérastase will use green science technologies in all its products. To date, more than 60% of their ingredients are already biobased! Kerastase is cruelty-free.For more than 30 years, Kérastase has been committed to a world without animal testing and has pioneered alternative methods of assessing safety that do not involve animals. Kerastase is committed to producing sustainably.Since 2015, their factory in Burgos, Spain has been carbon neutral, thanks to improved energy efficiency and 100% renewable energy use. Additionally, since 2017, their product facility has been a “waterloop factory”. This means that 100% of the water used for production is recycled and reused in a closed loop. Eternal network water is only used in the composition of products or for employees' day-to-day needs. In 2020, the factory saved 32 million litres of water!!! So now you can use amazing hair care and feel good knowing you are supporting sustainability for our planet. Of course, we all have to do our parts too -- make sure to recycle those empty product containers, conserve water when doing treatments, and improve your home eco-practices! To learn more about what Salon Society does to be kind to our planet check out our Eco Commitments blog.
Now that Valentine’s Day has passed and with the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's all the more essential to prioritize self-care to rejuvenate our minds, bodies, and souls. At Salon Society, we encourage everyone to take all the time they need for self-care with our luxury salon treatments and selection of quality hair and skin products. If you have been feeling like you need some “you-time”, explore these great self-care ideas! 1. Radiant Glow: Customized Facial Indulge in some personalized me-time with a Custom Facial. This relaxing experience is tailored to meet your unique skincare needs, whether hydration, anti-aging, acne clearing, or anything else! The treatment begins with a personal consultation about your skin concerns and goals with our SASO Skin Specialists. Using only premium skincare products, your skin specialist will curate a blend of cleansers, exfoliants, serums, and two masks to address your concerns. The result is an exquisite, tailored experience that leaves you with a revitalized, glowing complexion and a deep sense of relaxation. 2. Life of Luxury: Lavish Caviar Treatment & Blowout Rediscover the essence of timeless beauty as you indulge in the Lavish Caviar Treatment, offered exclusively at Salon Society. This hydrating treatment features Abyssine & Hyaluronic Acid molecules that work harmoniously to breathe new life into your hair and scalp, resulting in bouncy, luminous, voluptuous hair. To complete this lavish experience, our skilled stylists will give you a flawless European Blowout to leave you with soft, shiny, voluminous hair that keeps its style for days! 3. Sweet Dreams: Satin Pillowcase & Heatless Curls Set Upgrade your home nightly routine with a satin pillowcase or heatless curls set from Salon Society. These must-have sleep accessories are crafted from luxurious satin, reducing friction on your hair and skin. Embrace the soothing touch of satin for a restful night's sleep, waking up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated -- and with better hair and skin! 4. Tranquil Relaxation: Spa Pedicure Indulge your tired feet in a world of relaxation and rejuvenation with our Spa Pedicure. Designed to pamper and restore, this luxurious pedicure experience goes beyond the basics, offering a comprehensive foot care, nail care, and massage experience to nurture your feet and leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized. Investing time in self-care is a powerful act of self-love. We offer a variety of luxurious services and products at Salon Society so you can treat yourself and improve your well-being. Elevate your self-care routine with these amazing SASO services, and embrace the relaxation and quiet time just for you! Introducing our luxurious Lavish Caviar Treatment + European Blowout, a transformative experience that will leave your hair looking and feeling absolutely radiant. Say goodbye to dull, lifeless locks and hello to the luscious, vibrant hair you've always dreamed of! Offered exclusively at Salon Society, Regina’s only Kérastase salon, the Lavish Caviar Treatment is the ultimate youth revitalizing concoction for hair and scalp with an exclusive instant mixture of the essential revitalizing masque with a dose of vital concentrate pearls. Essential revitalizing masque + vital concentrate pearls = Lavish Caviar Treatment These biomimetic caviar beads contain concentrated revitalizing actives that add nourishing, plumping power to the lustrous cream texture of a classic Kérastase hair mask. Prepared on the spot by your stylist, the mixture is applied to the hair with a brush and left to penetrate for 5-10 minutes. The fountain of youth: revitalize + nourish. The Chronologiste ingredient trio of Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin E and Abyssine works in concert to leave the hair visibly, palpably soft, plump and shiny—an incredible youth-forward effect that rejuvenates the scalp, hair and senses. An indulgent hair experience. Treat yourself to a spa-like sensation with the Lavish Caviar Treatment experience. Exclusively offered by our European duo Stefan & Patricia, these highly trained professional stylists give a relaxing scalp massage while the treatment works its magic. Feel the stress melt away as you unwind and let the luxurious ingredients penetrate your hair, leaving it noticeably softer, revitalized, silky, and shiny. The European blowout difference. Once your hair has soaked up all the goodness of our revitalizing treatment, get ready for the best blowout of your life: The European Blowout. Stefan & Patricia will expertly blow-dry your hair to perfection, creating volume, bounce, and a sleek finish that will last days and days. The Lavish Caviar Treatment is a truly indulgent treatment that turns back time and restores the hair and scalp to its fullest expression of health and vitality! Don't miss the chance to revitalize your hair and indulge in a rejuvenating blowout experience -- visit Salon Society today! 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!! 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!! Using Heat Protectant is essential when using hot tools on your hair - but why? Heat protectant products help to reduce the amount of damage that your hair sustains when exposed to high temperatures. They work by forming a protective barrier around the hair shaft, which helps to prevent moisture loss and breakage. Still not convinced? Here are some of the main benefits of heat protectant: 1) Avoid Split Ends & BreakageOne of the main benefits of using heat protectant is that it can help prevent split ends and breakage. When using hot styling tools on your hair, the high temperatures can cause the hair shaft to become dry and brittle. By using a heat protectant product, you are actively promoting healthy and strong hair! 2) Reduce Frizz & FlyawaysWhen you use hot tools on your hair, the high temperatures can cause the hair cuticle to become rough and uneven leading to frizz and flyaways. Using a heat protectant can help to smooth the hair cuticle and reduce frizz, leaving your hair smooth and shiny! 3) Extend the Life of Your HairstyleThe use of hot tools without heat protectant can cause your hairstyle to fall flat more quickly. Using a heat protectant will help to keep your hairstyle looking fresh and bouncy for longer! Heat protectant products are an important step in protecting your hair from damage caused by hot tools. Say goodbye to split ends, breakage, frizz, flyaways, and flat hairstyles with some of our favourite heat protectants: KEVIN.MURPHYKÉRASTASEFor more information, feel free to contact us at 306-581-4247 or book in for a free consultation with one of our talented stylists! Updated February 1, 2024 Happy Earth Month friends! At Salon Society, we are extremely dedicated in doing our part for mother earth. As a green eco-friendly business, our mission is to make a positive impact on the environment while providing exceptional products and services. One of the things we love most about working in an eco-friendly salon is a shared belief that environmental consciousness is incredibly important, both at work and at home. Here are some of the ways we strive to be earth-friendly! IN-SALONWe are committed to adopting sustainable practices throughout our operations and supply chain to minimize our carbon footprint and preserve natural resources.
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