Credit: Russell Eaton
Credit: Russell Eaton
The trend towards wellness and relaxation, and the need for clients to create space in their lives for ‘me-time’, is changing how salons and barbershops create and deliver hair care and grooming experiences. Gone are the days when the salon was a functional place to get a haircut and colour. Today’s salons and barbers are at the forefront of a wellness revolution.
There's no doubt that by curating new and immersive experiences for women and men, salons and barbershops are not only delivering what clients want, they're also experiencing a significant boost to incomes, customer loyalty and word-of-mouth recommendations.
To achieve this, salons and barbers need to invest in world-class equipment that allows them to expand service menus and capitalise on growth areas, such as Japanese Head Spas, scalp care and beauty. But whilst many business owners recognise this, persistent economic challenges can stall their ambitions. Takara Belmont has the perfect solution - a way to upgrade and refresh without worrying about the cost.
Takara Belmont's National Sales Manager comments: "As the industry continues to navigate challenging times, our 0%, zero deposit Finance Lease Scheme is helping salon and barbershop owners to reimagine what's possible. This innovative scheme enables salons and barbers, that have been trading for 3 years, to upgrade both affordably and tax efficiently. Available over 2 years with a fixed monthly payment that’s 100% tax deductible for the duration of the agreement, salons can own the equipment outright for one final monthly payment, or upgrade and start a new agreement. The application process is simple and hassle-free while helping businesses to differentiate their offering and achieve tangible growth."
Why upgrading your salon or barbershop matters
By curating a seamless journey from the backwash to the styling station, and ensuring time spent in the salon is relaxing, comfortable and memorable, salons and barbers are not only building their reputation. They’re giving their business a competitive advantage too.
“Clients look to the salon and barbershop for sanctuary from the pressures of everyday life, and that’s never been more important than now," says Katie. "Colours, decor, lighting, aromas and furniture are all essential to create your client journey around the customer experience. This approach frames your expertise and adds value to the clients’ visit. It keeps them coming back, and it’s your best PR asset as they share their experiences with family, friends and colleagues.”
As clients spend many hours at the backwash and sitting in a styling or barber chair, equipment is key. As a visual cue to the experience that clients can expect to receive, equipment also enhances the interior style of a salon - but it has to be durable, reliable and comfortable. It must also have the right functionality to support the services you offer, open up new service opportunities, and deliver the right ergonomics for backwash technicians, stylists and colourists.
"To deliver sustainable change and maximise the opportunities for growth, our 0% Finance Lease Scheme is already transforming salons and barbershops. Many are expanding to offer Japanese Head Spas with our Original Japanese Head Spa package and Yume Head Spa treatment. Training in-salon or at our London showroom is FREE when salons lease or purchase the package - which can be leased from as little as £106 per week whilst boosting weekly incomes by up to £6,300.
"Many others are simply upgrading chairs or backwash equipment to position their salons and barbershops as destinations for luxury and comfort. Importantly they appreciate the quality, performance and longevity of our equipment which also enhances their reputation and protects their business from losses due to downtime."
Learn more about Takara Belmont's 0% zero deposit Finance Lease Scheme by CLICKING HERE
