Ask the experts with Nick Haynes

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Nick Haynes – Stylist/Colorist/Men’s Hairstyles

You’re one of the newest stylists at What’s New. How did you get started?

Of course, I grew up surrounded by two great hair stylists at home. Originally I thought I wanted to do something different, but I began to start thinking seriously about hair in about 2007. I went to school, and I joined What’s New in 2009 as a stylist.

What made you look more seriously at styling?

It is a real personal experience for me and for clients. Aside from say, a doctor, it’s the only other profession I can think of where clients allow us to physically get close to them. Clients let us into their world for that time they are here, and you concentrate on them, what they want, and the expertise you provide. It’s fun to see clients light up when you’ve created a style on them that looks great.

You’ve quickly developed a clientele in a short time, would you say?

Yes, it has been very gratifying and has developed over time via the Internet and word-of-mouth. Right now of my female clientele, about 80 per cent of them have long hair. Long hair provides the range of everything from updos to color to the variety that long hair offers women.

For styling, how do men differ from women?

Men are much more particular than women. They arrive with a very specific idea of the overall look they want and the hairstyle they want.

So men come in with more specific ideas about their hair. But what if it’s not right for them?

That’s where we talk about it. I listen to what they want, but if they want something that their hair simply will not do through the cut, the products or both, I make my recommendations. Together we come up with a style that meets that client’s needs. They pay for my expertise and appreciate a style that looks good on them and that their hair will do, and that they can do at home.

What is popular right now among men?

Right now, I do a lot of looks that are messy and more aggressive on top. The top is longer, with short sides that are what we call “disconnected.” That cutting technique means that we blend it from the bottom up vs. the traditional way of blending from the top down.

What role do products play with men, and do you have to educate men more?

Products play a big role in achieving the right look whether it’s men or women. Men want a great look and quick, easy products to work with to achieve that look.

What is another difference in men’s styling that you’ve seen?

For men, I think it’s more about the overall experience. Women grew up coming to hair salons and are used to it. Most men grew up going to the barbershop for a quick cut. Due to that, many men tell me that they’d never had their hair shampooed by someone else – and they really like it. Men are not as used to pampering, so the time they spend here is truly a time they enjoy relaxing and spending on themselves.

What is the biggest challenge in working with men and men’s styles?

I think the biggest challenge is that some men feel uncomfortable working with products or certain methods – that they think it’s not “manly.” As I’ve said before, the easier the product, the better. But here’s an example where men will go that extra mile to achieve the look they want: I use a flat iron on some men’s hair to achieve a look they want. Although they may be uncomfortable doing this at home at first, once they try, they see how easy it to do themselves.

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Christmas Trees at Community Care of Rutherford County

What's New The Salon's Christmas Tradition

Once again our staff has participated in decorating a tree at Community Care of Rutherford County. This is an event that we have participated in for several years and there are so many levels of enjoyment and fulfillment to it.

Businesses and organizations are invited to put up a tree and fully decorate it. There are usually about 15 different trees, all decorated in a unique fashion. Some are old fashioned, some high fashion, some are whimsical, and some are just plain fun. 

After all the trees are decorated, the silent bidding begins. Someone will be able to purchase a tree with all the trimmings for a great price and a great cause. 

The money raised goes to a shopping spree for the residents to purchase toys to then be donated to the Toys for Tots program. 

In addition to those great causes, the trees and the excitement bring joy and nostalgia to the residents, who enjoy watching the decorating and the visitors.

Please take the time this year to visit Community Care of Rutherford County, see the trees, bid on one or two, and see what an awesome program this is.

What's New The Salon's Work Selected for Inspire

Area salon’s work selected for INSPIRE, America’s most
popular line of professional hairstyling books

What's New The Salon of Murfreesboro, TN, is helping salon clients across the U.S. choose the hairstyle of their dreams.

The salon’s work by Lindsey Haynes and Karina Kingsnorth was selected for publication in “Volume 84—The Men's Issue” of INSPIRE, America’s most popular line of professional hairstyling books.  Stylists and colorists use these books to aid salon clients in visualizing exciting new styles—styles that clients might not otherwise consider.

What's New The Salon (www.whatsnewthesalon.com) has established a reputation for excellence for 34 years.  A member of the American Board of Certified Haircolorists, a Schwarzkopf Diamond Salon and "Best Salon" according to readers of the Murfreesboro Post in 2011, What's New The Salon was published in INSPIRE Volume 82: Color.

"Working with men was different. Our models were not used to playing to the camera," owners Steve and Sandy Haynes said of their photo shoot. "But one of them was Colton Dixon -- before his season of American Idol aired. It was wild!"

Specializing in hair coloring, What's New The Salon also offers cuts, hair extensions, specialty hair styling, manicure and pedicure services, and skin and spa services, among others, along with professional salon products by Wella, Aquage, Paul Mitchell, Bosley Pro, OPI, Dermoalogica and Cosmedix.

INSPIRE is published quarterly by Creative Age Publications in Los Angeles, CA. Its pages represent the most current cuts, styles, textures and colors available.

Great Advice about Facials

Ask the Expert

Tammy Young give some great advice about facials.

People have always associated facials as a “special treat” for relaxing and getting their skin cleaned and moisturized.  Has that changed?

There is still that special treat factor, but because of improved products, research, methods and equipment, it’s become much more than that.  It’s a way of uniquely addressing problem skin.  For many clients, it is the foundation for continuing skin care, whether it’s remedying problem skin or maintaining healthy skin – it’s more mainstream than in the past.

What is the biggest misconception about having a facial?

One size fits all is the biggest misconception about facials – it’s the way things were done in the past.  Regardless of your age, each person’s skin is unique with its own set of characteristics and issues.  Continuing scientific research and discoveries that lead to improved products and methods enable us to tailor a skin care program that it unique to each client to address issues head-on.

Walk me through the process you go through when a client books a facial.

I’ll use our Signature Facial as an example.  I start with an extensive consultation with the client to learn about allergies, skin reactions or other conditions that they have experienced in the past.  I look at the client’s skin under a lighted magnifying glass to identify any problems that may not be even immediately noticeable to the client or the naked eye.  I then create a facial or a program to address the specific needs of that particular client, using appropriate products and methods unique to their skin. 

So a client may be thinking one kind of facial and they get another type of facial?

It happens a lot, which I discuss with the client during the consultation.  For example, a client may have originally come in wanting a smoothing, anti-aging treatment, but the client has some blemishes.  An anti-aging procedure at that time would be too heavy to do and would tend to aggravate blemishes.  It would not be the best use of the client’s time or money.  For this client, I would recommend a unique treatment that would first deal with the blemishes.   Once that has cleared up, we can then move on to other types of treatments that are appropriate to that client. 

I see multitudes of products available at the drug and department stores – cleansers, masks, moisturizers, and a variety of other products that may cost a little or a lot.  People can create their own facials at home.  Do they work as well and what are the benefits of having professional facials? 

A professional facial offers clients products, services and tools that are either not available at home or you’re unable to do at home.  Take facial cleansing for example:  your skin is like a sponge.  No matter how well you cleanse your face at home, there is still a gradual buildup of makeup over time.  As experienced professionals, we have access to products that are stronger and/or with ingredients that are not available over the counter.  Coupled with our experience and specific tools, the results of at-home products are not as good.  Professional facials offer the best results possible for the money. 

What is the biggest mistake that clients make? 

It is using the same daily skin care regime that a client used, say, in their 20s.  We all know skin changes and ages – what worked in your 20s may not work in your 30s and 40s.  Because your skin care program hasn’t been updated, the products you’re using may be wrong now and can actually be the cause of skin sensitivities.  I recommend for anyone who hasn’t updated their daily skin care regime to do so, using age-appropriate cleansers, moisturizers and masks.  Clients in their 40s, or earlier, definitely need to add a good eye cream.  The skin is naturally very thin around the eye and is the first place you see age-related skin problems.

Every skin care article I read says sunscreen is a must.  Do you agree?

Yes, most definitely.  There was a product trend where moisturizers were combined with sunscreen – an all-in-one product.  However, they found that people have reactions to various sunscreen ingredients, so the products now tend to be again offered separately.  Sunscreen is here to stay year-round for overall skin care.  A very good liquid foundation (but not powder) usually serves as a total sunblock. 

What are the different categories of facials you offer?

The Signature facial lasts an hour and 15 minutes and is more of a spa experience:  skin consultation with specific facial services for that client’s needs, with some perks like a heated table, a comfortable wrap, and a scalp, hand or foot massage.  Our Clinical facial offers skin care only - the same as the Signature but without the additional perks.  The Petite facial, which we call our lunchtime facial, is a 20-30 minute facial using appropriate cleansing, exfoliation and moisturizing.  We also offer the Petite during our Spa Parties. 

You also offer a Rosacea facial.  How is this different from your other facials?

Rosacea is a skin condition where the skin is inflamed and may be itchy or painful.  It usually is accompanied by enlarged blood vessels that give the skin a red, ruddy appearance.  Flare-ups are most common among very fair-skinned people of European descent, but can occur in anyone.  These flare-ups can be brought on or aggravated by spicy foods, fruity alcohol such red wine or tequila, hot tubs, cold weather or a number of factors. 

Our Rosacea facial is very gentle. We use no scrubs or acids.  All products and methods we use on our Rosacea clients have anti-inflammatory properties designed to soothe and help take the redness out. 

Finally, what is your secret skin care tip to do at home?

It’s not such a secret, because I tell all my clients this:  Cleanse your face only at night.  You do not need to cleanse again the next morning because it washes away needed natural oils – a splash of water will do each morning.