If you want to open a salon that specializes in special occasions, like proms, weddings, and galas, you don’t need a huge location. Just offering hair, makeup, and nail options is ideal. Instead, you’ll need a space that can fit up to 10 or 12 people at a time, like a bridal party.
You won’t need all the amenities a regular salon would need because you aren’t going to have several employees working at the same time, or areas for services other than hair, makeup, and nails. There are some things you can buy used to get the space up and going, but some things that shouldn’t be used. Here are some of the things you’ll want to purchase new, from a place like Wholesale Salon Equipment.
Backwash Shampoo Unit
People will come to get their hair done and want it washed, or they may decide they want highlights or coloring put in. If there are only going to be a couple of you in the space, you’ll only need to order a couple of backwash shampoo units. Get new soft and plush chairs that your customers can relax in while you’re massaging your head, with formed sinks that have a groove so the neck can rest comfortably. Get chairs that have a cover that is easy to clean.
Nail Dryers
The tables with lights that dry nails quickly are important if you have a bunch of girls getting their nails done the morning of a wedding. You want the girls to be able to sit comfortably and converse with a long nail drying table.
Lounge Furniture
The girls will want to lounge comfortably while waiting for their services, so you want to get couches and plush items for them to sink into. Consider getting ottomans for everyone to put their feet up on, and even massage chairs for them to unwind in.
It’s easy to use work stations, mirrors, a desk, and shelving units that are used to make a great-looking space for your salon, but the above-listed items are ones that you want to have brand new for your new space. You’ll want to advertise your services at bridal shows and in the area, so everyone knows they don’t have to go to a packed salon when they are celebrating a special occasion. Instead, they can have private time with the people close to them in their little salon and boutique to get ready.