Before your appointment
Hair, nails, beauty, tattoo and spa: what to expect, how to prepare and what to ask before you sit down.
What to use on a new tattoo
Mild cleanser, a thin layer of aftercare, then nothing special. Which product suits which week, what irritates healin...
Booking without an account: which details are really needed
An appointment needs no account, but it needs contact details. Which details serve what purpose, what reminders requi...
How much does balayage cost?
A balayage price is built from hair length, starting depth, sessions and toner. What each part contributes, why the r...
Gel, Shellac or polish: what is the difference?
Regular polish lasts days, gel polish two to three weeks, a gel enhancement builds the nail up. What each one does, w...
You missed your appointment: what happens now and how to fix it
No cancellation, nobody there: what happens inside the business, how to put it right, what you can expect afterwards...
How damaging is bleaching, really?
Bleach opens the cuticle and dissolves pigment. What that does inside the hair, how to spot over-processing early, an...
Which facial do you actually need?
Deep cleanse, hydrating facial, peel or a device treatment: how to match a facial to your actual skin concern, what e...
How much does a tattoo cost?
Tattoos have no price list, because you are buying time. How hourly rates, shop minimums and day rates fit together,...
How far in advance should you book an appointment?
A week is usually enough, but not for Saturday mornings or long slots. What drives lead time, how a waiting list work...
What do nails really cost? The whole bill
One appointment is the smallest number involved. How a new set, infills, repairs, removal and nail art relate to each...
What do lash extensions really cost?
Full set, infill, removal: why the first appointment is not the bill, how often lashes need topping up, and how to re...
Preparing for your first tattoo
Sleep, eat, skip the alcohol. What to do in the 24 hours before your first tattoo, what to bring with you and what ac...