There are ways you can help your hairdresser – and love your locks
There are some 42,000 hair salons in the UK and at the time of writing, every one is closed. I miss them dreadfully – the roar of competing dryers, the fug of lacquer, the happy chatter between trusted stylist and loyal client – but nothing like as much as salons miss their livelihoods. These are dark times for all, of course, but particularly for the service industry.
Hairdressers generally earn a basic wage, plus a percentage of their appointments and tips. Without customers, all will struggle. But there are ways we can help them, now. If you’re fortunate enough to still be earning a full salary, consider pre-paying for your next appointment or three with gift vouchers bought online. This keeps cash flowing during lockdown, helping staff to get paid.
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