Beauty bargains offset economy’s tug on the pocketbook

Chicago – Salon Trendz in the suburb of Palos Heights is a bit of sunshine on the horizon during these dark days of economical hardship. Gas prices are hitting us where it hurts, and lots of people are bracing themselves for hard times, but this hair salon outside of Chicago’s dowtown is offering women good value for their dollar.

Beauty bargain is possible

For those used to a certain amount of pampering, Salon Trendz makes it possible to maintain your looks without breaking the bank. Periodically, the salon offers various services at a discount, allowing you to stretch your hard-earned buck. Right now, for instance:

The salon is hosting a contest to give one lucky woman FREE Japanese hair straightening, a service worth more than $600. (The Salon Trendz Makeover Contest winner will be selected soon. Go to the website — SalonTrendz.com — for contest-entry details.

• New clients get a 40 percent discount on eyebrow threading if they wish to try this alternative to waxing and tweezers.
• Existing customers can get their bangs trimmed for FREE in between regular haircut appointments.
• A one-on-one lesson with a hair stylist to learn how to blow-dry and style your hair like a professional is currently discounted by $25, even though it’s an hour-long session.
• Hair and makeup consultations are a complimentary service of the salon.
• Clients can save gas money by emailing a hair photo and phone number to the stylists, who will consult with them over the phone FREE of charge.
• Women who purchase the Japanese hair straightening service will be entitled to a free haircut through the end of August. (This offer must be mentioned when making your reservation in order to receive the bonus haircut. This sale expires Aug. 29 and may not be combined with any other special.)

These bargains are proof that we don’t need to let uncertain economic times cause panic. We just need to be smart with the funds that we have and how we use them. Maybe we should cut back on the weekly coffee drinks. Perhaps we ought to keep the old car going for another year or two, or cut out a few restaurant meals, or plan a “stay-cation” instead of a vacation involving plane tickets. We also need to ask ourselves “Where does the beauty budget fall when weighing financial priorities?”

There’s no need to do something hasty like putting an end to all your salon visits, but you might want to consider ways to continue your beauty maintenance with frugality in mind. Maybe you could stretch a buck by changing your hairstyle to something less demanding – a style that requires less upkeep.

Sit down and calculate how much you are spending on hair care products: shampoo, conditioner, straightening balm, anti-frizz serum, hair spray, products for shine, hair-dryers, special brushes and straightening irons. Then consider how much time it takes you to fix your hair every morning or before you head out in the evening. What is your time worth? Jot that down. Now add it all up. We’re not talkin’ about mere pocket change here!

There’s one option that requires an investment up front, but earns big dividends over the long haul. Many women are choosing to get Japanese hair straightening because it allows them to reduce the overall number of visits to the salon during the year and lets them ditch most of their hair products and styling tools. Thermal reconditioning controls unruly hair long term, giving you shine, smoothness and locks that require minimal styling on a daily basis. You’ve heard the adage “Time is money,” and that saying fits the rational for Japanese straightening perfectly! Plus, don’t forget that Salon Trendz management is throwing in a free haircut with thermal reconditioning through the end of August.

Expires 08/29/08; not valid with any other offer. Reservation is required; must mention this special when making reservations.

To your Stunning Beauty!

15752 S.  LaGrange Rd.  Orland Park, IL 60462
Southwest of Chicago; 25 miles from Chicago down town. 

 

Tel: 708-671-1333
Salon Trendz