Hello hello from Patricia at Salon Society! One of the things we recommend the most often for the health of your hair is using salon-quality products, but we know that it can be super intimidating trying to pick out which products you need to start with. When it comes to buying salon products for the first time, there are a few essentials you'll need. There’s a huge range of benefits that you can see in your hair’s health by using salon products, but today we’re just going to talk about the basics and where to start if you’ve never used quality hair products before! Firstly, you will want to invest in a good shampoo and conditioner that suits your hair type and its unique needs. Professional products are specially formulated with high-quality ingredients that can provide deep cleansing, nourishment, and hydration to your hair. These formulas can also target specific hair concerns like dryness, frizz, damage, or hair fall. They can help maintain the health and integrity of your hair, leaving it looking and feeling its best. Investing in professional shampoo and conditioner can really make a difference in the overall health and appearance of your hair! If you’re not sure where to start (no judgement here, there are so many options!), you can always come to the salon and ask for our help! Our stylists and salon coordinators are always more than happy to assist you in finding products that will work for you! However, if you prefer to shop online or just avoid human interaction (we feel you), here are some great options that are good for most hair types.
The next crucial step is finding a heat protectant spray to shield your hair from damage when using styling tools like blow dryers, straighteners, curling irons, and so on. Heat protectant products form a protective barrier on your hair and strands, reducing the amount of heat that is absorbed. This helps to prevent heat damage — dryness, colour damage, breakage and split ends. Every single time you are using heat on your hair it is essential to use a heat protectant spray or serum beforehand to keep your hair looking and feeling healthy and fabulous. Here are a few of our favourites:
Lastly, don't forget to grab some styling products like hairspray or styling cream for that perfect finishing touch. The difference in results that you will see from these is night-and-day to drugstore products. We’re honestly obsessed with quite a few of these… and they absolutely fly off the shelves with our clients who share our obsessions!
I hope you've enjoyed my guide to choosing salon products when you're first making the switch! If you have any specific hair concerns or any questions at all, send me a DM or come in for a free consultation! I would be happy to help you pick out the best products for your hair needs.
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Hello friends!! Oksana here today with a comprehensive haircare guide for blondies like me! Do you ever feel like you just can't figure out how to keep your blonde locks looking gorgeous? Between sun damage, brassiness, and dryness, it can be tough to keep blonde hair healthy and beautiful. But don't worry - I'm about to share my top 10 tips and tricks to maintain the vibrancy and health of your blonde or highlighted hair. With the right products, techniques, and a dedicated care routine, you can keep your golden locks looking fresh and healthy! Read on to uncover all my secrets for lustrous, vibrant, head-turning blonde hair. Get ready to take your blonde hair game to the next level! 1. Gentle Shampoo and Conditioner Always use sulphate-free, colour-safe shampoo and conditioner to protect your colour. Although not everyone immediately thinks of blonde as "coloured" hair, if you want to keep your blonde tones from fading, it's important to use products that are safe for coloured hair. You can combat brassiness with a purple shampoo - I recommend using it once a week to neutralize unwanted yellow tones and keep your blonde shades cool and fresh! 2. Deep Conditioning Treat your hair to a deep conditioning mask at least once weekly! This helps replenish moisture lost during the highlighting process and keeps your hair silky and manageable. A couple of my favourites are the Masque Cicaextreme for deep restoration after bleaching, and the Masque Intense Régénérant, a revitalizing moisture mask with an irresistible scent. 3. Heat Protection Shield your hair from heat damage by applying a thermal protection spray before using hot styling tools. This simple step is absolutely essential in order to safeguard your hair's vibrant colour and preserve its overall health and strength! 4. Regular Trims Schedule regular trims every 6-8 weeks to prevent split ends and maintain the shape of your hairstyle. This ensures your blonde tresses look polished and healthy, plus you get to hang out with your favourite stylist as a bonus! If you're someone who struggles to remember to keep up with these kinds of appointments - pre-book your next trim(s) at the end of your appointments! 5. Avoid Excessive Sun Exposure Prolonged sun exposure can lead to colour fading - and can damage your beautiful hair in the process! Protect your hair from UV rays by wearing a hat or using products with UV filters for extended periods outdoors. 6. Hydrate from Within Make sure to drink enough water and eat a well-balanced diet packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Your hair's health begins from the inside, so take care of your body to encourage strong and lustrous locks. 7. Professional Treatments Treat yourself to professional salon treatments occasionally, such as glossing or toning services. These can revive your colour and add extra shine to your blonde hair! I also highly recommend trying one of our Fusio-Dose Treatments! They can be customized to meet your unique hair needs, can be added to any service that includes a hair wash, and deliver amazing results quickly! Blog: 10 Things You Need to Know About Fusio Dose 8. Adjust Your Routine Based on Needs Pay attention to your hair's changing needs. If you notice it becoming dry, try deep conditioning more frequently. And if you're dealing with brassiness, consider using purple shampoo more often! 9. Protective Styles at Bedtime At bedtime, loosely braid your hair or switch to a satin pillowcase to minimize friction and prevent breakage. Unlike regular cotton pillowcases, satin doesn't absorb as much of your hair's natural moisture, leaving it smoother and more hydrated. Sweet dreams and beautiful hair await! 10. Regular Check-ins with Your Stylist Make sure to chat with your hairstylist about the condition of your hair and any touch-up appointments that may be needed. Keeping in touch regularly will help maintain the freshness and vibrancy of your blonde, and we genuinely enjoy spending the time with our clients to make sure you look and feel beautiful with your hair colour! Remember, a consistent and personalized hair care routine is key to keeping your blonde or highlighted hair looking its best. Adjustments to product usage and salon visits should be made based on your hair's unique needs and your desired look. If you have any questions, please feel free to send me a DM or book in at the salon for a free consultation!
Natural waves and curls are one of our favourite hair textures - they are just so unique and beautiful - but this hair type also comes with some special needs! So if you have a person on your shopping list with natural curls check out these amazing curly hair gift options: Cado Curly Cut Hook them up with a gift card to see a Salon Society Cado Curly Cut Specialist! The Cado Method is a 4-part curly haircutting method that is tailored for each individual curl type & style. It can create beautiful cascading layers or volume & balanced shape on short on long hair. It is the perfect gift for anyone with textured hair! Curly Hair Product Gift Sets The Curl Manifesto Holiday Set is the ultimate ‘starter pack’ for the curly person in your life! It comes with a full-size shampoo, conditioner, & leave-in to create the softest + defined curls. Combine that with the discounted price = the perf gift. Curly Hair Holy Grail Products The Kelly Knowles Unraveler brush is an absolute game-changer for detangling & defining curly hair. It can be used in the shower to easily detangle & brush hair with deep conditioners, to detangle day-to-day, or use it with styling products to create defined, beautiful curls. It’s easy to clean, has adjustable settings, and is a great gift for all hair types & textures! Satin Pillowcases & Sleep Bonnets are perfect for any hair type and texture! They reduce friction, breakage, frizz, & flyaways! Also, it just feels super bougie! We have a variety of colours & sizes to choose from so you can find the perfect one for that special someone! Shop these ideas online or swing by the salon (located in the heart of Regina’s downtown warehouse district) and chat with our staff for more options or to further tailor your gifts to your curly person! Happy shopping!
Unwrapping all the adorable presents tucked inside our stockings on Christmas morning is undeniably one of our most cherished holiday traditions. However, getting everything ready for this special moment can be quite a task! That's precisely why we've got an incredible array of delightful stocking stuffer choices waiting for you at Salon Society this year. We have lots of full-sized products that are naturally small - and therefore perfect for stockings!!
Perfect to tuck in a purse for the person always on the go, travel lovers, and beauty product samplers! We have a wide variety of minis available from our hair care, skincare, and fragrance lines -- these are some of our faves for gifting:
Small but mighty hair heroes! Many of our accessories, such as our satin pillowcases and detangle brushes, come in a variety of vibrant colours and fun designs (even Disney)!
And of course, you can never go wrong with the ultimate gift of choice -- Gift Cards! And there you have it: our picks for the best stocking stuffers! They are perfect for those who are always on the go, for those who love to travel, and for anyone who enjoys beauty. Our selection is available in-salon as well as on our online boutique! Wishing you all the best this holiday season from the whole SASO Team! 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! Hello! Stefan here from Salon Society. I have been a hairstylist for 16 years and am one of the two SASO stylists that offer the European Blowout. The European Blowout is a luxury experience which results in an iconic, voluminous, silky finish. Today I am going to spill some of my European Blowout secrets andtell you about the superstar products that make this blowout result so stunning. The European Blowout is completed using our fave European product line Kerastase Paris. I first started my training with Kérastase Paris in 2011, I absolutely fell in love with the products, became a certified Kérastase specialist, and have been using them ever since! The foundation to a fabulous blowout is always understanding the hair type I am working with and pairing technique + products to reach the desired soft, shiny, and bouncy result. These are the best products to achieve these results:
Now you have the inside scoop on all the products that are used to create the stunning European Blowout! I hope these products will help you get a better at-home blowout. Which product are you most excited to try?
Hey everyone - Nadine here from Salon Society! As an Advanced Master Stylist who has been in the hair industry for over 10 years, I have tested more than my fair share of products (and continue to test as new ones are developed) so when I tell you these products are the five which I could not live without you know they are gonna be good! Before you read on and jump into my list I want to put a little disclaimer here: these products are the five products that I could not live without in my life, that is to say, my personal unique hair care needs make these essential. It is so so important to remember that our hair history, water, hormones, medication, diet, and so much more affect our hair and in turn what our hair needs. If you are struggling with a specific hair care issue please hit us up at Salon Society - we would love nothing more than to help you find your own best five products! And with no further ado, my five products which I cannot live without:
That’s it, the five products that I cannot live without!! Are you excited to give any of them a try or do you already have some of the same products on your list? Share your top five products with us in the comments - we would love to know! So we all know that hair masks are great and that they are SO beneficial for our hair… but how am I supposed to be using them? Is this like an everyday thing? Is this a one size fits all? Wait, was I supposed to put conditioner in after I rinsed it out? WAS I SUPPOSED TO RINSE IT OUT???
How often should you use a hair mask?
Does a hair mask replace conditioner?
Hey friends! It is summer and that means sunshine, great weather, and pools!! Unfortunately, while hanging in the pool all day is great for having a good time, it is not great for our hair. Hair that is exposed to the chemicals in pools or all that salt in the ocean can become dry, damaged, and even discoloured. This is known as Swimmer’s Hair. How it works… There are a number of chemicals found in pools that cause damage to hair including bromine, chlorine, salt, and copper. When our hair comes into contact with these chemicals they can break down the keratin protein bonds, resulting in visibly damaged hair. Additionally, swimming in the ocean exposes your hair to all that sea salt; salt strips hair of its oils, causing it to dry out and subsequently become damaged. Copper, surprisingly, is one of the most damaging water additives and it is often used to prevent algae and microorganisms from growing in pools!
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