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Setting up your own salon is a demanding undertaking, yet it can be a rewarding endeavour. But the process can be less complicated with proper planning. Plus, it can also be much simpler if you go for a log cabin as an alternative option for your hairdressing business.
This concept cues from a log cabin beauty salon. Here, we’ll explore some key points so that you can start your own garden parlour with confidence!
Cabin Conversion: Setting up a Beauty Business
Owning a salon has been a dream for entrepreneurs with a passion for beauty and wellness. Putting up the business space is a great starting point – but the location needs to be carefully chosen. Cities are undoubtedly an out-and-out approach, but the idea of opening a garden salon in the UK is hotting up.
A cabin garden room is preferable as it gives you a permanent place to run your salon. To start, you’ll need to decide how to market the business, including the range of treatments you’ll provide. Offering top and unique services will help make your cabin beauty stand out from others, such as:
- Lash lift and extensions (e.g. 3D-6D lashes)
- Foot massage
- Body massage
- Face and body treatments (e.g. deep cleansing treatment and de-stress facial)
- Waxing treatments (e.g. eyebrow waxing)
- Eye treatments
- Nail treatments
- Hair-cutting, colouring and styling
- Cosmetic products
If you’ve never cut hair (or any similar procedure), you may hire professionals – or train yourself!
The qualifications you need
When opening a beauty salon, specific qualifications are required to offer great services. Experience is also a plus!
For instance, you offer beauty treatments involving massage therapy. This should only be attempted by those trained in this expertise. The same applies to doing an aromatherapy facial performed by a beauty expert.
Other qualifications you should acquire include the following:
- Groundwork. Before opening a log cabin beauty salon, make sure you’ve researched local zoning laws and codes. Regulations for commercial businesses might restrict or completely outlaw garden salons. This may be true even if it happens to be in a log cabin specifically designed for business purposes.
- Investigate licensing requirements. Beauty salons are required to have certain types of licences to operate legally. Check with your state’s department of commerce to find out what type of licence you need. The licence requirements vary by zone. Some states require the completion of formal training. Others mandate you to pass special exams to receive certification.
- Complete additional certification courses. Suppose your beauty cabin specialises in treatments beyond traditional hairstyling services. These may include hair extensions or perms; additional certification training is recommended. Aestheticians who perform facial waxing treatments or permanent makeup applications also need licensure.
If you’re hiring professionals to do the job, you may ask them to present certificates related to the line of work. This will help you find the best fit for the position and for your business success.
Designing Your Beauty Cabin
Here’s a quick guide to creating a cosy and elegant salon that your clients will love:
Choose the perfect location
The first step in creating your log cabin beauty salon is finding the perfect spot. Make sure the area has plenty of natural light and is away from any noisy roads or activities.
Design your interior
Once you have selected a suitable location, it’s time to start designing your interior. Choose furniture pieces that match the natural tones of your log cabin. Or a style that complements the theme, like a modern setting with contemporary decor.
If there are windows in your space, use curtains or blinds to add warmth and texture. Flooring, such as carpeting that coordinates with the furniture, adds continuity.
Furnish with elegance
Choose items that match its theme while providing an elegant atmosphere for clients. Add candles, soft lighting fixtures, and calming plants, to name a few. Such accessories will help create a relaxing atmosphere. For added convenience, include amenities such as comfortable lounges for waiting clients.
Set up functionality
Finally, make sure that everything in your beauty salon is organised in an efficient way. Set up cabinets, storage and vanities correctly, so the staff knows where their tools go.
Additionally, invest in quality hair care products for blowouts or styling needs. This way, you’ll always be ready for any professional services needed.
Tools and Materials to Invest
Here are the must-have tools and materials to invest in for your log cabin beauty salon:
Professional quality hairdressing equipment
A quality hairdressing chair is essential when logging styling services or colouring services. Additionally, quality scissors, combs, and brushes should not be overlooked. These are key implements that ensure a satisfying outcome of hairstyling.
High-performance hair products
High-quality products make all the difference for any kind of hairdressing service. These include shampoo, conditioner and mousse. Investing in these can keep your client’s locks well moisturised and manageable. In return, customers will come back for more!
Top tip: There are lots of eco-friendly hair product lines available, too. If you’re looking for something a bit more sustainable, you know what to do.
Update with new technology
Technology upgrades are important just as much as anything else. Investing in digital window displays can easily draw attention. Plus, this can build trust with potential clients passing by.
Instilling trust will make them likely to come through the door and try one of your services. And voila – leading to boosted sales numbers!
Tips to Attract Genuine Customers
Creating a beauty cabin, such as a nail or hair salon, requires having a thorough plan for:
- the structure
- staffing
- product offering
The location should draw enough customers to support the business. In your case, it’s the garden – it should provide a relaxing and cosy atmosphere for clients. Additionally, hiring experienced staff can help ensure that clients receive excellent service. In turn, your business will receive positive feedback from customers.
Furthermore, marketing is an essential element. Do it the right way, and you’ll attract more guests and maintain word-of-mouth referrals.
You’ll also need to invest in furniture and beauty supplies and ensure they are kept clean and safe for clients. And don’t forget to consider how you manage appointments and take payments!
Round-up: Things to Consider
Creating a cabin beauty salon could be worth it, depending on your garden size and how you plan to run the service. Building from scratch can be expensive and time-taking; you may invest in a bespoke log cabin.
Also, make sure you think of any local regulations and costs that might come along with the setup. Additionally, there should be enough demand in your area for a beauty salon.
If everything checks out where you’re able to provide excellent customer service, go for it! Click the button below to browse our cabins.
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