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Looking for feedback on Liverpool sensory hair salon
I'm opening a Sensory Hair Salon in the next few months. We will make a personal consultation action plan for each client to ensure a successful visit for all. Just like to get people in the little liverpool areas thoughts on this and if people think this is a needed service?
Hope to hear some feedback guys!
Thanks for reading
Nicky
Hope to hear some feedback guys!
Thanks for reading
Nicky
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What exactly is a sensory hair salon?
Thanks,
Alex
Thanks for asking ☺️
So sorry for lots of small replies!! .....
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and let him wear a gown with no top on underneath because of itchy hairs then I have a chance of doing it. I have calm clippers too which are scissors with a guard on so there is no nasty buzzing noise. I'll post details when I'm open for business with an open day and special offers.
I'm still looking for new ideas so keep posting and I'm making a note of it all.
Thanks lots
Nicky
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Not least because they offered different time slots and are willing to take time to talk and listen to customers about any concerns. One thing she did love from her research was they do not charge more for women's hair and the maximum price £40. They also do sessions where they will do your hair at a huge discount if you cannot afford to pay. This is done on the trust basis.
To be honest it was a totally different experience from when we stepped in. We were met by one of the hairstylist who asked us to wait on a seat. The next thing he mentioned was the music, he told my daughter if she wanted it changed they would be happy to change it to something she would prefer, turn it down or even off if it bothered her. One thing I noticed straight away was how wheelchair friendly it was. This included a lower basin so hair could be comfortably washed, For a small salon they had one of the biggest toilet areas I have ever seen, and well equipped for a wheel chair user. Being inclusive was a real commitment rather than not just having a step you don't have to struggle to get over.
Having booked a longer time slot to give her time to talk to the hairdresser about what she was looking for, the appointment went really well and he took the time to let her know what he was going to do next and make sure she was comfortable with it. By the end she had the hugest grin on her face, worth the £40 in itself. Her hair looked great. A couple of months later I am still telling people about them.
To answer your questions, yes it is needed, get it right and you will attract more than just the local people. My daughter was prepared to travel to get her hair done at this salon. I wish you all the best in your endeavour.
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As a member of a group I did things.
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@nicky43 something else I wanted to share, though not autism related.
The estate I live on has an higher than average pensioners living on it. For the women one of the earlier signs that I have noticed in them either starting to have problems coping, or there is a potential mental issue is when they stop caring for their hair.
It was something else though that brought home to me how important women's hair is to them. As chair of the TMO I was approached by the family of one of the older residents living on the estate. She has to wear a body frame and so cannot bend. As a result she was finding it impossible to find a hair dresser willing to come to her home and do her hair. The family asked if there was anything I could do, they appreciated it was outside of what we did but had heard I could sometimes find solutions to difficult problems. I said I could not promise a solution but would see what I could do.
I spoke to a hairstylist I know and explained the problem to her and ask if she had any ideas. Fortunately she was happy to do her hair. I heard back from the family within a couple of weeks of them approaching me, they were delighted with the results and mentioned it made a huge difference to their quality of life.
Not many people realise we have 3 autistic young people living on the estate with very different capabilities. One has a lot of sensory issues and mum will not bring her to estate events, so I always make sure that if we are doing something she does miss out by taking her a few treats which I give to mum. My friend also does her daughter hair at home.
While I am sure you will want to be concentrating on your salon there will also be those who cannot visit and struggle to find hairdressers willing to visit them.
One other thought, my daughter went to John Moores University in Liverpool. For young autistic people going to university it is often the first time away from home and living in an area they don't know. Depending how far away you are to the universities it may be worth letting them know there is an autistic friendly hairdressers available.
As an individual I stood alone.
As a member of a group I did things.
As part of a community I helped to create change!
Out of interest, how is the sensory hair salon progressing?
Claire
Im having trouble finding premises to be honest Hun. The place in Orrel Park doesn't seem to be happening. The letting agent isnt replying to my calls, very frustrating. As soon as I get sorted I'll post on this thread to let you know.
Thanks for asking Clare
Ill be open for christmas and will post an open day date for anyone interested in calling in. I have a facebook page called Sensory Bliss Hair and Beauty so please like it for regular updates. I have had nearly two thousand messages from the Liverpool Echo facebook page too so have a read of the feedback. Please post any suggestions you may have.
Thanks for reading
Nicky
That is great news! Can you email us on [email protected] as Id love to do a guest post with you when the shop is up and running!
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Nicky 😊