How to choose the correct health and beauty uniforms for your
salon.
Many brands and styles of salon uniforms
are available in the health and beauty wear market. I hope this
article will give you some insight into choosing the correct
uniforms for your salon.
The best source for salon uniforms is the internet. Online
ordering is fast and secure. Suppliers can be easily found by
using the search terms 'health and beauty wear' or 'salon
uniforms' in the Google search engine. Usually the top ranking
sites are the best choice as the companies have been in business
the longest and offer the best quality and value. Look around at
a few online suppliers, choose a site that offers clear concise
pictures and lots of information about the products you are
about to buy. Check the terms and conditions for guarantee and
returns information. Many suppliers offer free delivery when
ordering in bulk for your salon. Make sure the supplier has a
telephone number listed on the site.
Another good choice for sourcing uniform suppliers is from ads
on health and beauty directories such as beautyserve.net or healthypages.net.
If you can find a beauty trade show it is highly recommended you
visit and look around the various uniforms on offer. Earls Court
London or the GMEX Manchester host such shows.
When you find a supplier spend some time with them and don't be
afraid to ask questions and view the full range. Examine the
garments and look how they have been cut, sewn and finished.
Also check trim detail. Your staff will be wearing these
garments for long periods so quality is paramount.
When searching for a salon uniform you will come across many
different textiles. A variety of fibers and blends are on offer.
Nylon is strong, durable, resilient and abrasion resistant but
subject to pilling and not the best choice for salon wear.
Cotton feels comfortable against the skin but tends to shrink
when washed. In a salon environment garments can become heavy
and soggy and stick to the wearer after a long day.
A good choice for your salon would be polyester or polyester
cotton / blend. Both these choices have good abrasion resistance
and are easy to care for and quick drying. Polyester/cotton
blends are durable, more wrinkle resistant, and shrink less than
100% cotton.
Many professional high quality salon uniforms contain rayon
which, unlike nylon, can absorb moisture. This makes garments
extremely comfortable and ideal for therapists who need to wear
their uniforms for long periods while practicing. Health and
Beauty Wear - http://www.healthandbeautywear.co.uk in the UK
supply a good range of rayon blended uniforms for ultimate
comfort.
As you consider the different textile combinations, consider
your salon needs and preferences. Factors such as texture,
contact or feel against the skin, moisture absorbency, and
weight relate to comfort. Comfort is a desired feature and will
enable your staff to carry out their treatments more happily
which will reflect on your clientele.
Other decisions to be made are style alternatives. When choosing
your salon
wear it is important to consider function, individuality,
and fashion appeal. Suppliers offer oriental style tunics, zip
front tunics and mandarin style tunics which are available in a
variety of colours, including black, white, red, lilac and
pinstripe.
The style of salon uniform you choose should look smart and
blend in effortlessly within the salon environment, for
instance, if your salon has a contemporary feel, you could
choose black, white or pinstripe salon uniforms with stylish
silver fasteners.
A good choice for your staff could be simple oriental style tunics in black or
white. Senior staff could opt for pinstripe suits.
It is recommended to use a mild, colour care detergent to
maintain the vibrant colour and quality of your salon uniform.
I hope this article has helped you in choosing the correct salon
uniforms for your salon.