The essential supplies for your beauty salon
Outfitting your beauty parlour with the right equipment is essential for providing a great service to clients. Whether you're a new beauty salon owner or a seasoned pro, consider adding these perennially useful pieces of gear – they'll take your game up several notches!
Styling station
Needed for: hair services and treatments, nail treatments, make-up treatments
Styling stations, such as styling salon chairs, are crucial to any salon's equipment list. Salon chairs have to be comfortable, adjustable, equipped with essentials like swivel bases and hydraulic lifts to cater to clients of different sizes and needs. Plus they will really impact the decor of your salon!
Additionally, styling stations should come with enough space for stylists, allowing easy access to all of their tools and products throughout the service. With the right styling stations and chairs, salons provide the best possible client experience.
Hair washing and shampoo station
Will your salon include hair styling and cutting? Among the essential items on many salon equipment lists are shampoo stations, which typically consist of shampoo, conditioner, comfortable chairs and wash bowls (or wash sinks). Clients expect a comfortable experience that supports their neck and head as their hair is washed. Accommodating everyone means having chairs that are both comfortable and adjustable.
Durable and easy-to-clean shampoo bowls are a must, too. But the best stations take it to the next level, with features like adjustable neck rests and massaging options that provide a truly luxurious experience. By investing in high-quality shampoo stations, salons can give clients the ultimate pampering they deserve.
Hair styling tools and hair dryers
Get ready to unveil the magic in your client's hair with the perfect styling tools! Invest in these high-quality must-haves:
- Curling irons
- Hair straighteners
- Cutting tools
- Hair clippers
- Round brushes
- Sectioning clips
When it comes to getting the hairstyle just right, a hooded blow dryer is an absolute must-have too. But not all hood dryers are created equal! Look for one with adjustable heat and speed settings to give you total control over your styling. And for the ultimate convenience, opt for a model with an automatic timer - no more worrying about overdoing it! With the right blow dryer, you'll be creating #hairgoals in no time!
With these reliable and exceptional styling products, you'll be able to craft insta-worthy hairstyles that will turn heads. So, don't miss out on the opportunity of elevating your styling game and creating fabulous looks that last.
Utility carts or trolleys
Keep your styling station neat and organised with trolleys. Get one with plenty of shelves and drawers for easy access to all your beauty tools - from make-up to hair tools
Time-saving tip: Always stock it up in advance, so you’re never in a rush looking for what you need when prepping someone's look.
Mirrors
The key to a successful salon is quality mirrors. Not just any mirror will do - yours needs to provide an accurate reflection, be generously sized to light up your workstation, and give your clients a great, glamourous view of themselves after you’ve provided your beauty service
This will guarantee fantastic results and keep your salon's aesthetic on fleek! Don't underestimate the power of the perfect mirror.
Reception desk
Welcome your clients to a warm and inviting environment with perfect reception area essentials. Choose a style that reflects and complements your salon's unique personality - traditional or modern-contemporary, it's all up to you! Start on the right foot by providing an unforgettable customer experience from start to finish.
And it's not just about how good your salon feels; it's about how good it makes your clients look and feel, thanks to premium hair salon equipment. Plus, with the right equipment, you can boost productivity and keep your salon looking great.
Storage
At many beauty salons, you may have shelves for stocking your nail polish (given that it can be a pretty way to display your stock!) - but what about other items? While you’ll have your trolley or cart with you whenever you’re actively working with a client, you still need a good amount of storage for all your other items - from hairspray to makeup and tanning spray to wax.
It’s good to get lockable storage containers, especially if you are inviting independent beauty services to use your salon too. This way everyone can know where they have left their items, and tools are kept safe.
Lighting
Good lighting is essential for any beauty parlour! Not only does it set a mood in your salon, but it’s essential so that you can see what you’re doing, to give the best quality service.
Some people include this in their mirrors (as mentioned above), but you should also consider if you want relaxed, low lighting (for example, in massage rooms, to give a soft, ambient and relaxing atmosphere), or moveable ring lights for highly technical, close-up beauty services (such as eyelash extensions).
Specialised equipment
This will very much depend on the services you will be supplying at your beauty salon! For instance, you need specialist equipment for all the following:
- Massage and facials
- Hair removal treatments, like waxing or threading
- Hair styling and hair care
- Nail treatments, like manicures and pedicures
- Cosmetics and make-up services
This can range from separate rooms for modesty and customer privacy for treatments, to beauty beds (rather than chairs), to getting the right tools and supplies to give a range ofoptions within these services. Remember, for items like facials, you need to also be clear about what ingredients are used so that customers are well informed.
