Hello All!
Back with another blog post, and this time we're talking about education.

One question us Looks girls are constantly asked is, what really happens when you purchase retail at our salon?  Some think the salon gets the total sales profit, while others think that the stylists / staff who recommend the products get the profit.  The true answer might surprise you.   It might even inspire you.

The truth lies in a little something called our Product Fund.  The way it works is simple.  Each stylist  has their own Product Fund.  When you purchase products at Looks, recommended by your stylist, a percentage of commission from that product sale goes into that stylists fund.  That fund pays for the stylists' education, whether it be in-salon classes / certifications, or out of salon classes / certifications, symposiums, training retreats, etc.  The Product Fund can even help your stylist afford new tools.

How awesome is that?  Knowing that when you purchase amazing, quality products, your money spent isn't just stopping there.  Your purchase is helping your stylist grow and further themselves with you, our client,  in mind.  This allows us to stay up-to-date and on-point every time you book an appointment.  Talk about a win-win #amirite?! 

Stylists Rachael and Jackie attending Outside The Lines, with Justin Issac and Sam Villa.

I was at this one!  Having just started at Looks last January, I never would have originally had the opportunity to travel to New York for such an intensive, and amazing class.  My product fund made it possible, and I'm so grateful for that. 

I don't think most people realize the continued education cost for workers in this industry.  We want to grow, we want to expand.  Here  at Looks Hair Design, our clients have a hand in our future; by helping us better our skills and our craft.  As well as helping us create a positive, encouraging environment to better our staff, which in turn allows us to provide great service and a great client experience for all our guests. 

Left: ​In-salon demo during a Deva Curl certification class.  Center: Our makeup artists in a product knowledge class with BareMinerals.   Right:  Haircut and Style demo at the International Beauty Show NYC.​

There you have it folks, the response to the question which all of us here at Looks actually love to answer.  We love answering your question because it's our chance to let you know that when you leave our salon, looking and feeling good with your new products in tow, you're actually making us feel good.  We're grateful that you came in that day, and grateful for your support.  You're not just leaving with a bag of items; you're leaving us with opportunity.

​See you next time, lovely people!

​xx Bri

Hello All!
​Today we're going to be talking about skincare! Introducing SKINSORIALS by BareMinerals

Skincare is something that definitely isn’t as fun as makeup but is much more important. If your canvas isn’t properly taken care of, no amount of product you cover it up with is going to make a difference. Skincare is your home base.

To make a long story short- BareMinerals was recently purchased and completely revamped by the brand Shiseido, which is one of the oldest skincare and cosmetics companies in the WORLD.  Backed by the most tried and true patented technology, its no wonder the SKINSORIALS skincare line by BareMinerals is delivering us some serious results. Today I’m gonna give you the run down on the entire line, so grab a snack and lets hit it.
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PURE PLUSH      $22

• Deep cleaning foaming cleanser
• Perfect for everyday and every type of skin
• Ideal for mixing in the MIX.EXFOLIATE.SMOOTH add-in exfoliator
• Elderflower extract – defends against environmental stressors

MIX.EXFOLIATE.SMOOTH      $22

• Dry exfoliator able to be mixed in with any facial cleanser
• Has Chardonnay, Rose, Sweet Orange Peel, Black Rice Grains and Sea Salt

CLAY CHAMELEON      $22

• Transforming purifying cleanser
• Made to be put on clean, dry skin
• Use as a mask and let sit on the skin, massage in as cleanser and rinse off
• Brazilian Red Clay- Detoxify and improve clarity

OIL OBSESSED      $30

• Oil cleanser, melts off dirt, oil, and makeup
• Put on dry skin, does not have to be clean, massage in and rinse
• Oil breaks down anything on the skin making this perfect as a pre-cleanser
• Borage Oil- antioxidant against environmental stressors

BLEMISH REMEDY      $20

• Acne treatment gel based face wash
• Contains a gentle amount of Salicylic acid to treat breakouts
• A personal favorite! I exfoliate and then use this cleanser right after around 2 times a week, my skin has been actually behaving ever since
• Ginger extract- Natural antioxidant + healing properties

SKIN LONGEVITY      $48

• Vital step serum
• Use after cleansing, before moisturizing
• Contains the patented technology of the Long Life Herb
• Long Life Herb inhibits the age accelerating factor, was discovered in what are called the “Blue Zones” by National Geographic. These zones are places around the world recognized for their citizens living longer, better lives.
• The Long Life Herb is patented by Bare Minerals so you will not find it in ANY other serum on the market Mineral enriched, helps fade discoloration and brighten skin, decreases inflammation and improves circulation

The cool thing about the Sensorials moisturizers is that they are all made out of the same formula, the only thing that varies is the form they can be purchased in based on the persons specific skin type.
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TRUE OASIS      $32

• Oil-free gel moisturizer
• Best for oily and problem skin

SMART COMBINATION      $35

• Smoothing lightweight formula
• Best for combination skin

BARE HAVEN      $35

• Essential moisturizing soft cream
• Best for normal to dry skin

BUTTER DRENCH      $38

• Restorative rich cream
• Best for dry to very dry skin
• I have oily skin typically, but when trying out these moisturizers I actually loved Butter Drench to use overnight to super hydrate my skin for the next day, as a result my skin became less oily because it was hydrated enough to not over produce oil everyday

There you have it folks. A little advice from me personally with my own skin and things I’ve learned, if you splurge on skincare you will be able to save in other areas. What is the use of a name brand $30 foundation if you’re slapping it over top of angry skin you use a $10 cleanser on? This is something I had to learn the hard way after years and years of skin struggles. When I finally decided to take my skincare seriously and make it primary in my beauty spending, things actually changed.
If you’re interested in the line but a little confused on where you stand with your skin stop in the salon and we can pick out a system custom to your skins wants and needs!
Make sure to follow @lookshairdesign on Instagram to see what we’re up to between posts and we’ll see you next time!


xx Bri