Jane Alves for Modern Hair and Beauty
Bio: Jane Alves
I’m Jane Alves, and I am an Irish lass born and bred in Dublin, Ireland. I adore South Africa, and I have lived here with my amazing husband and daughter for eight years.
This country has become my second home. I have been in the hair and beauty industry for 18 years, and I treasure the industry and what it has to offer.
Education is my passion, and I love to teach and inspire others through knowledge and be teachable and continue to grow in my trade. My relationships with my clients are of the utmost importance, so I am so proud to be part of the Modern, Hair & Beauty family who share the same values.
When I thought about the title of this article, I wanted to encourage and inspire each of you as part of this industry to remember your worth and value every day: how you have a big impact on each client more than you may ever know.
Maybe you've not realised it – perhaps you have. Being a hairdresser is like being divinity; granting mortals their every beauty wish. And you do it so effortlessly! There's so much enchantment that you bring, so we've listed the 7 Ways You Bring Magic into Your Client's Lives. You hide your client's real hair colour with potions and lotions It's been a long time since many of your clients have seen their hair colour. But we know it's a secret you'll never tell! Your clients entirely trust you to send them into the world with rich chocolate brown or even sun-golden tresses, that look au natural and show no signs of grey.
Every client knows that your salon is a safe space – the magic castle that, once they leave, will leave them looking more confident and fabulous than before.
You're not shy to tell it as it is Often, it's only our mothers who have drunk the magic truth potion. Confronting us with the truth that we need to hear. "Yes, that colour washes you out." But, by some stroke of luck, your clients have found a second confidant in the world. A fairy godparent, one that will ALWAYS tell the truth, "the style doesn't compliment your features," or "your hair will snap off like a twig if you try to go from black to blond in one sitting." It's a rare yet sacred relationship shared. Without being pushy, you can steer your clients to face reality and instead suggest an 'oh-so-her' look. You've seen it all! Nothing shocks you! And nothing scares you. You've cut and coloured the hair of almost every type of person imaginable. And you've undoubtedly seen it all! No client ever has to feel self-conscious in your chair. You've always seen worse than a few dry ends and a colour mishap. You're a cheaper therapy session, and you have creative (tried and tested) advice It's no wonder that clients are adamant about trusting their stylists. It's about more than their hair! Once you give your clients advice, it works, and they look far more beautiful than they ever imagined – they trust you with everything. The trust grows and strengthens with every salon visit. And once clients find their comfort in your chair, look up at you in the mirror – out comes all their life dilemmas. It's because you're some of the best listeners in the world! And by FAR, all your clients need to get through a tough spot.
Your motives are GOOD You want your clients to feel and look beautiful! It's what you've built your business on. And in a world where honest - "I just want you to be the best you" - has become rare - a stylist is a treasure. You're not about insincere sales pitches, but giving your clients the BEST products, colour and cut for THEM. You become a real-life friend A rarity, but it does happen! Sometimes the connection between stylist and client grows, and you become friends in real life! On this real occasion, it takes a unique client to get us out behind the chair into a social setting with them. But when it does happen, it's a friendship to be treasured and a true gift! You work ridiculously hard! Stylists have insane schedules! You juggle clients, squeezing in time for a bit of your sandwich, multiple cups of coffee, Red Bulls to get you through the rush. But all of it is driven by passion and dedication – making sure that every client that leaves your salon feels beautiful. Although your salons have been a little bit different lately, don't forget to take a moment to realise what an impact you make on your clients. Know your worth because you truly are magic! You've sacrificed, trained, and worked tirelessly to hone your craft and build trust with your clients. You see, you are not just a "hairdresser"; you possess a fantastic talent to create magic, art, and influence others around you! More importantly, you enhance and show clients the best version of themselves. Now that is a gift and privilege to do every day! To book a session with an educator, email us. About Modern Hair & Beauty Education We're inspired when we witness stylists sharing ideas, skills, and a commitment to their craft, even more so when these moments of collaboration produce renewed creativity and excitement! It's precisely why our Modern Hair & Beauty Education team facilitates an environment where this is possible. They inspire, challenge, and encourage stylists to try new techniques, bring their creativity to the training room, and give clients more than the standard salon offering. Our team ensures that stylists are up to date with new trends, know the latest colouring and cutting techniques and have expert technical knowledge of our products. We are passionately empowering our stylists and believe the key to sustainable career and salon success is education. Follow us Instagram Facebook
