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Keep up to date with Freshair's beauty tips, fashion updates, and our latest additions to our boutique! We are on top of the latest fashion trends and ready to share with all of our fans!

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Unique style at an affordable price!

Tired of seeing the same clothes everywhere you go?
Wish you could wear trendy fashion clothes without paying an arm and a leg?
Want clothes that reflect your personal style and personality?
Freshair Salon & Boutique is just what you’re looking for!!!

Our trendy boutique features only the latest fashions. With a regularly rotating inventory and a limited supply of each item, you’ll be sure to find trendy clothes that are unique to you!
In addition to carrying trendy clothing, we also offer fun accessories, hair services, hair products, and makeup to help you really make your style your own. Our Freshair stylists are always on hand to help you find a look that fits you and suggest ways you can accentuate your style.  It is very rewarding for us to help our guests refine their image and look their best - polished, put-together, and confident - and to hear about the compliments they received!
Dress $35

What Makes Us Different?

We are unique in that we offer a boutique shopping experience to you online on facebook from the comfort of your home or while you are visiting us in the salon at an affordable price. We know your time is valuable and these days, we don’t have a lot of time to spare for shopping.  We specialize in selecting contemporary women's fashions, boutique style clothing and gorgeous fashion jewelry & accessories that are trend setting styles at reasonable prices.

Scarf $20

Due to the nature of our business as a beauty salon and specialty boutique, the items featured in our salon are often limited in quantity and size selection - like any fabulous fashion find you may discover, grab it while it's available! But rest assured that we are always adding new and exciting pieces to our inventory weekly.
Freshair boutique was conceived to meet the fashion needs of the stylish woman who understands the importance of her image, but is both short on time and budget-conscious. Our clients love a bargain but have the need and desire for unique, fashionable clothing, and appreciate the shopping experience available in our trendy boutique.

Pom Pom hat $22

As stylists, we adore fashion and individual style. We also adore minimal effect on the pocket book. It is truly our goal to provide fabulous clothes at phenomenal prices. Fashion shouldn’t be a luxury of the rich; it should be within reach of every woman. At Freshair Salon & Boutique, you’ll get high quality unique clothing and accessories at an affordable price! 

hobo wallet $26
Thanks so much for stopping by, and we look forward to welcoming you as one of our fabulous guests!

Stop by and see us!  We are at 210 W. Sunbridge in Fayetteville or on find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/freshairsalon
For an appointment with one of our fabulous stylists call 479-251-1877
Bracelet set $20

Monday, October 3, 2011

New Fresh Face at Freshair Salon!

Lindsay Capps
The team of stylists at Freshair Salon would like to introduce you to our newest edition Lindsay Capps!

Lindsay is returning to the hair design community after taking a leave to be a stay-at-home mom.  She and her husband Jason have 3 beautiful children, Jackson, Zoe Grace, and Sophie Anne.

It was in Nashville, TN that Lindsay began her hair styling career.  After completing Cosmetology School, she worked at Bishops Salon in Bellevue, an Award Winning Salon that serviced many County Music artists.  After relocating to Northwest Arkansas to be close to her family, Lindsay was a stylist at James Clarke Studio. After the birth of her 2nd child, she decided to remain at home and do freelance hair and makeup styling.

During her time away from the Salon, Lindsay has continued her art of styling doing makeup and hair for commercial shots for WalMart and Sam's.

During her free time Lindsay enjoys biking, being a mom and wife, shopping, and preparing great meals for family and friends.  Lindsay and her husband are dedicated CrossFit 540 athletes.  They attend Cross Church in Pinnacle Hills where they are actively involved in choir, small groups, and CrossKids.

Lindsay is excited to join the team at Freshair.  Her energetic personality and flair for style will compliment the talented team at Freshair.  If you would like to contact Lindsay for an appointment, She will be starting at Freshair on Oct 25, 2011.  You can reach her at the salon at 479.251.1877 Ext. 108 or by her Cell at 479.200.6157. 

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

We are looking for a new stylist!

We will have a full-time booth available for rent starting November 1, 2011.  We are looking for a fun, trendy, energetic stylist that gets along well with others.  Our group is a low drama, close knit family that would love to add another great stylist to our team.  Resumes will be accepted and we will be interviewing for the opening starting as soon as possible.  We prefer someone with an established clientele and experience but all may apply! 
Let us tell you about us for a moment.  We are an upscale, booth rent salon in Fayetteville, Arkansas that was established in 2003.  We provide many great perks for our renters including extensive back bar options, commission on hair product sales and boutique sales, top seller incentives, enormous cabinets at stations for stylists belongings, a personal cabinet in the break room, European shampoo bowls, hair vacuum's to sweep hair to, spacious stations, hair steamers, heat lamps and dryers for processing, flat screen t.v's, full audio throughout salon, security system and camera system, 2 break rooms, unlimited parking, phones at each station, phone system with individual extension numbers and personal voicemail that is also sent to your email or phone, call forwarding, computer system for scheduling and text and email reminders for clients, Facebook page for advertising and appointment scheduling/requests, great central location close to U of A and the by-pass, an average of 40 new walk-ins/call-ins a month and much, much more!  We are always participating in continuing education as well as learning from each other.  We believe in our team and constantly help each other with our vision to succeed.  We just recently expanded adding 6 booths to our salon.  We are now a 14 station salon with over 2600 square feet.  We offer everything that is hair plus extensions, smoothing treatment systems, eyelash extensions and waxing. 

So, if you love to be a team player, LOVE hair, and would love to work in an upscale, trendy salon then come by Freshair and bring us your resume'!  We would love to meet you!

Call 479-251-1877 Ext 101 and talk to Shelby Lambidonis for more info on booth rent pricing and more renter info!  Check out http://www.freshairsalon.net/  or www.facebook.com/freshairsalon and for some of our great reviews http://www.yelp.com/biz/freshair-a-salon-fayetteville

Sunday, August 21, 2011

Back to School Sweepstakes!!!

Well, it's that time of year again!  We have started back to school.  Early morning wake up calls, rushing around the house trying to get the kids ready and out the door for school.  Does your hair look like a frizzy mess?  Don't have time to blow dry and flat iron that unruly mop?  Then you should try the Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy!  http://www.keratincomplex.com/smoothing-therapy.htm
This therapy is the foundation of Keratin Complex – the original, in-salon service that infuses natural keratin deep into hair’s cuticle. This revolutionary therapy reduces frizz and curl and instantly adds amazing shine, silkiness and condition to the hair. The results are astounding. Clients rave that “this is a life-changing experience”. Hair is more manageable, smoother and easier to style than ever before. It is perfect on all types of hair – including color treated and chemically processed hair!
With Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy, Keratin Complex now guarantees shiny, silky, healthy hair to clients around the world. You’ve read about this amazing innovation in fashion and beauty magazines and online. Now, isn’t it time you experience Keratin Complex Smoothing Therapy for yourself? 
We can help with that!  We are a certified Keratin Complex salon and we are having a Back to School Sweepstakes so you can win this service for FREE!!!  Just go to our fan page on facebook by using this link http://www.facebook.com/freshair#!/freshairsalon?sk=app_143103275748075.  Then just follow the rules to play!  Our sweepstakes ends August 29, 2011 so be sure to start telling your friends now!  The person with the most referrals to our page wins this $350 service! 
Keratin Complex Before and After
Use this link for the FAQ's you may have about the process of the Keratin Complex  http://www.keratincomplex.com/smoothing-therapy-faq.htm

Keratin Complex Before and After
Stylist Kara Cornett


Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Living Social Deal for Freshair Salon!

Freshair will be having an amazing deal on Living Social this Friday, August 19 thru Sunday, August 21.  Our special is for NEW CLIENTS to Freshair! 
We are doing Brazilian Blowouts for $125 (reg. $250) OR the Keratin Complex Treatment for $150 (reg. $300-$350)!  If you are wanting smooth, shiny hair, then these frizz fighting treatments are for you!  Our staff is trained and certified in both services.  The Brazilian Blowout lasts up to 12 weeks while the Keratin Complex Treatment will last up to 6 months!  With the Brazilian, you can go home and wash right away!  The Keratin Complex you must wait up to 72 hours to wash your hair.  You also cannot pull your hair back or put any clips in your hair with the Keratin Complex for 72 hours, but you will be 95% frizz free and it will last up to 6 months!  Your choice!  Just check out Living Social online or download the free app to your phone!  Don't miss out on this outstanding deal!  We can't wait to see you at Freshair!

Monday, August 8, 2011

Freshair Featured Stylist-Kara Cornett


Kara Cornett

We wanted to take this chance for you to get to know our stylists better at Freshair Salon.  So every now and then we will be showcasing a stylist on our blog!

Next up is:  Kara Cornett



Kara and classmates at
Paul Mitchell, The School
Kara is a locally grown Fayetteville girl.  She went to Fayetteville High School and then decided to go to College at Oklahoma State University where she majored in Graphic Design.  But, Kara has always had a passion for hair.  So she decided to spread her wings even further and move away and go to Cosmetology School at Paul Mitchell, The School in Colorado Springs, CO.  While in school, Kara attended Paul Mitchell advanced color, cutting and updo classes in Las Vegas, NV.  She loves to do sassy, creative cuts and has a funky flair when it comes to color.   She also specializes in updo's and has recently been trained in bikini waxing. (Ouch!)  She is now our in-house waxing specialist!  Kara is certified in the Keratin Complex treatment and the Brazilian Blowout Smoothing Treatment and has taken the AlfaParf Evolution Color Class.

Paul Mitchell Hair Show
 On a personal level, Kara enjoys shopping, cooking, watching movies with friends, socializing, doing anything crafty, reading and, if you don't already know from the pictures on her station, she loves to spend time with her dog.  She says her hobbies are comparable to an 84 year old woman!  (Did we tell you she has a great sense of humor too?)  Kara is also involved with her church.  She attends Grace Church where she helps lead a girls Bible study.  What can we say!  She's just an all-around great girl and a very talented stylist!

If you are looking for something funky, trendy, sassy, and fun with a splash of color, Kara is your girl!  You can call Kara at 479.251.1877 Ext 113 for an appointment.  And trust me, you'll be glad you did! ;-)

 A-Line Bob
By Kara Cornett


Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Living Social

If you haven't already heard about Living Social or don't already have the app, you soon will.  LivingSocial offers daily deals on handpicked experiences that can be shared with friends. Their mission is to add surprise to every calendar. So they dig deep, pursuing both the things that define a place and the undiscovered jewels. They design total experiences that bring an adventurous, loyal new following to local businesses. Innovation and imagination have made LivingSocial the fastest-growing company in the social-buying category. They satisfy cravings for the new and different at significant savings. LivingSocial means living with real connection. They shape social lives.
Living Social just debuted its services in Northwest Arkansas June 9, 2011.  You can download the Living Social App for free on your phone or even join them on their website at http://livingsocial.com/deals/how_it_works.  Sign up for the email so you can get updated every day on the great specials going on in this area.  Its so easy to use and if you get three of your friends to buy the same deal, your deal is FREE!  How about that! 
Freshair will be having an amazing deal this August on Living Social for new clients.  Just in time for back to school!!!  So be sure to get the app on your phone so you don't miss it!  We are going to keep it a surprise but we will let you in on a little hint.  It's going to SAVE you $150!!! 

Sunday, July 24, 2011

Freshair Featured Stylist- Kylee Richardson


Kylee Richardson-Stylist
 We wanted to take this chance for you to get to know our stylists better at Freshair Salon.  So every now and then we will be showcasing a stylist on our blog! 

First up is Miss Kylee Richardson:

Kylee Richardson has been a stylist for over 3 years now.  She attend the Career Academy of Hair Design right out of High School. From a very young age Kylee has always had a passion for hair.  As a young girl, Kylee would come to Freshair and watch the stylists work on her own mother and brother.  She was so eager to learn and take in everything she could while she was in the salon.  Now Kylee is an amazing and very talented stylist at Freshair! 
Kylee at the
Redken Exchange NYC
Since finishing school, Kylee has furthered her education by attending The Redken Exchange in NYC.  She attend the "Best Blondes" class in October 2010.  In this 3-day session, she learned to focus on salon proven, low maintenance color techniques for beautiful brilliant blondes. She learned how to identify the right product to use for the blond you want to achieve. 

Freshair Stylists with Michael O'Rourke
She has also attended a cutting class with legendary Celebrity Stylist, Micheal O'Rourke and has taken extensive in-salon cutting and coloring classes.  She is also certified to do the Brazilian Blowout, Keratin Complex Treatment and the Keratin Express Blowout.  She specializes in coloring, SoCap Hair Extensions, special occasion hair (updo's) and she has an uncanny knack with children.  They love her!!!
Updo By Kylee Richardson




She works full time at Freshair and always comes to work with a bright smile on her face!  Outside of work, Kylee is really involved with her church.  She is in the Cross Church Fayetteville College Ministry and she leads a 6th grade small group at Cross Church Springdale.  Kylee loves to sing, spend time with family and friends, trying to find that special find at flea markets, and trying to get people to try new things whether its food, hair or clothes.  If you are in the market for a new stylist, give Kylee Richardson a try!  You won't be disappointed!  You can reach Kylee at Freshair Salon at 479.251.1877 ext. 109. 


SoCap Hair Extensions by Kylee Richardson


 

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Poo~Pourri Natural Air Freshener Spray Deodorizer Now at Freshair!

Poo~Pourri is a bathroom natural air freshener and spray deodorizer that eliminate bathroom odors - it is forever changing the bathroom experience. Just picture this...Last night's buffet was the best you ever had, but today at the office, all that eating is catching up to you. As you walk out from your second visit to the restroom, you nearly collide with the handsome lad from two offices down. You both pause, staring at each other. Just then, the door shuts behind you. A rush of bathroom air fans past. "Mmmm, citrusy," he says and walks away. You pat your purse and smile Poo ~ Pourri bathroom natural air freshener spray deodorizer, it keeps your dirty little secret.
Poo~Pourri toilet deodorizers work hard to eliminate bathroom odors and remove most evidence of your embarrassing moments in the bathroom. Our patent pending formula of essential oils control odor by creating a barrier that prevents embarrassing bathroom smells from every escaping the toilet. We make sure that the stinky poop smell isn't something you've left behind. So go ahead, let others think your poop doesn't stink- maybe even convince them it smells pretty nice?

Why Poo~Pourri?

Unlike most bathroom spray air fresheners and toilet deodorizers that try to mask the stinky poop smell after it is in the air, Poo~Pourri is designed to be sprayed directly onto the toilet bowl water before you go! Poo~Pourri toilet deodorizer does more than just improve air quality- it is environmentally friendly. Our secret blends rely on essential oils to eliminate bathroom odors making it safe for the planet and your septic.
We are so convinced that you find Poo~Pourri to be the best deodorizer you have tried that we offer a 30-day unconditional Money Back Guarantee. Try this toilet deodorizer today and find out what should be missing when you use the bathroom.

Also on its way to Freshair!  For Hands So Clean, It's Almost Obscene! Down & Dirty Natural Waterless Hand Cleanser is an all-natural hand cleanser designed to cleanse, soften and refresh the hands. It contains Malachite from the earth which provides natural defense, Aloe Vera for Silky Smooth Skin and Japanese Green Tea to Revitalize.

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

The Myths and Truths About Hair

There are many hair myths that circle the globe like urban legends.  Like a new flu virus, once a hair rumor is started, it develops a life of its own and spreads like wildfire.  Some of the strand stories endure for years. 
Listed below are some of the oldest and most common hair myths along with the actual facts. 

 

Myth No. 1: Cutting Hair Makes It Grow Faster and/or Thicker

False. Shorter hair often looks and feels thicker but cutting your hair won’t alter its normal biologically determined growth rate or overall texture. 
Thin, limp or fine hair will not ever grow thicker in response to a haircut. Plump up your hair by using volume enhancing hair care products, experimenting with a hair fattening blunt cut or getting a texturizing perm or color treatment.

 

Myth No. 2: Split Ends Can Be Repaired Without Trimming

False. The only successful treatment for removing split ends is with a scissors.  While some hair care products may temporarily merge split ends together, this fix only lasts until your next shampoo.



Keep in mind damaged ends tends to grow slower than healthy, well-maintained, trimmed hair.  

 

Myth No. 3: Split Ends Will Travel

True. Uncut split ends can travel up the hair shaft towards the roots.  Tresses that are not tended to, over time, may develop splits that migrate and split all or part of the entire hair. 
Some ends can actually tear multiple times so that your split ends have splits. 

 

Myth No. 4: Hair Grows Faster On Different Parts Of The Head



True. There is some scientific evidence that the growth rate of hair may vary on different parts of the head for select people.  There is also some indication that the growth rate of hair on babies may be faster on the crown than on any other parts of the scalp.  Usually the growth rate differences are very marginal and will not impact the hair appearance in any way. 

 

Myth No. 5: Hair Will Always Remain The Same Texture

False. Although you may be born with straight, curly or wavy locks, there are many circumstances under which your hair’s ultimate texture can be permanently altered.  Pregnancy, medication, chemotherapy, age and other variables can cause your texture to be temporarily or permanently altered. 

 

Myth No. 6: Shaving A Baby’s Scalp Will Alter Their Natural Hair Texture

False. The hair that a baby is born with may or may not be the hair that they grow up with.  Shaving a baby’s head will not alter the texture of their ultimate hair nor will it cause their hair to grow faster or thicker. 

 

Myth No. 7: Coloring Hair During Pregnancy Is Harmful

False.  Although some physicians disagree, most believe that coloring the hair during pregnancy will not be dangerous to the baby. When in doubt always get your physician’s permission to color your hair during pregnancy.  Most experts believe that the key danger with hair coloring is not the application of the product to the scalp but the inhalation of the strong chemical odor.   

 

Myth No. 8:  Virgin Root Hair Should Be Treated Differently




True. The hair that is closest to the roots will react differently to the application of new hair coclor and chemical treatments.  Hair color applied directly to the roots will process differently that color applied on hair that has already been treated.

 

Myth No. 9: Blow-Drying Hair Can Cause It To Smoke 

False. This bizarre myth has been circulating for years in a number of versions. On the rare occasion that hair “smokes” it is due to the evaporation of condensation on the hair from styling gels or similar hair care products.

 

Myth No. 10: Smoking Causes Gray Hair

True.  According to J. G. Mosley of the Leigh Infirmary in Lancashire, England in an article in Science News (January 11, 1997) smokers are four times more likely to have gray hair than nonsmokers. Even worse, smoking has been conclusively linked to accelerated hair loss.

 

Myth No. 11: Sleeping With A Wet Head Causes Scalp Fungus

False.  Scalp or fungal diseases can’t be caught from sleeping with wet scalps.  Scalp fungus or infections requires prior involvement with infected sources such as humans, tainted hair care tools or animals. As an example, ringworm can be spread by infected animals. 

 

Myth No. 12: Sharing Combs And Brushes Can Spread Scalp Diseases

True.  It is a fact that lice and other parasites can be transported from scalp to scalp through the sharing of combs, brushes and other hair care tools.

 

Myth No. 13: Hair Develops Immunity To The Same Shampoo Over Time

False.  Many people swear that their hair will become immune to the benefits of the same shampoo used over time.  There is no scientific evidence to prove this myth.

 

Myth No. 14: Hair Should Be Washed Every Day




False.  There is no correct schedule for washing hair.  Every person should shampoo according to the specific needs of their hair type and texture.  While some people do benefit from a daily shampoo, others benefit from a variety of shampooing schedules.

Myth No. 15: Salon Products Are Identical To Drugstore Products

False. While there is an exception to every rule, salon products are generally manufactured to contain higher quality, more expensive ingredients that are designed to consistently provide more intensive cleansing, moisturizing and conditioning results.  The quality ingredients found in salon products are not usually found in drugstore brands.   

Sunday, July 17, 2011

New Rock Your Hair line at Freshair

Are you looking for volume product that works?  Well, this is your line!  It creates incredible volume and texture while leaving hair manageable and shiny!  The Freshair Stylists are in LOVE with this new product line from the legendary stylist, Michael O'Rourke.  We will be giving some of these styling products away for FREE on our Facebook page so stay on the look out! 
Size Matters Big Volume Root Lift
A directional aerosol spray mouse that will provide maximum volume from the root up!

Spray it Hard Big Volume Hairspray
-Volumizing working spray
- Medium brushable hold
- Humidity resistant with added shine
Voluptuous Volume Shampoo & Conditioner
-Gives volume and life to limp hair without drying it out.
-Sulfate and paraben free
-Color-safe formula nourishes and protects chemically dependent hair.
Bombshell Big Hair Powder
- Achieve maximum heights on second day hair
- Talc & mica based powder provides volume, texture, and shine all at once!
- Brings lifeless hair back to life!

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

How to do the Boho Braid

One of the hottest trends this summer is the very cute, very elegant and easy to do, boho braids. A boho braid is a side swept single braid that gives your coif a little edge. Boho braids work on anyone with medium to long hair. It doesn’t work that well on short hair because the braid needs to be swept across to one side and go behind the ear.
A boho braid can be included in any messy updos, including natural, soft waves, or just a messy bun. To get the messy updo with the boho braid, start by spritzing your hair with a shine enhancer after you’ve washed it, like Moroccan Oil Treatment or Glimmer Spray.
Get a dime-sized amount of gel or mousse and scrunch your hair with your hands. Semi Di Lino Smoothing Cream is great for the soft wave look.  Flip your hair over for even more volume, and blow dry.
Take a 2-4 inch piece of hair right at the front (see picture) and braid it across to the other side. Make sure you braid it all the way to the end. Pin the braid behind the ear, and you’re all set. Boho braids are great for the summer because they keep the hair out of your face, as well as giving you a chic and elegant do that you can wear anytime during the day.

Monday, July 11, 2011

New Arrivals at Freshair's Boutique

We have some new arrivals at our Boutique!  We get new items in weekly so keep checking back or check our facebook page for the latest updates on new clothing and accessories. These items go fast so if you see something you like, comment under the pic on facebook and we can hold or ship it to you!  http://www.facebook.com/freshairsalon  -Then go to photos, then to Freshair Boutique for pics of clothing.





Freshair is now certified to do the Keratin Complex Treatment!!!

Freshair is now a CERTIFIED Keratin Complex salon as well as a CERTIFIED Brazilian Blowout salon!  We now offer the Keratin Complex smoothing treatment that gets 95% of the frizz out of your hair and smooths hair up to 6 months!  We also have the Keratin Express Blowout that also gets 95% of the frizz out and lasts up to 6 weeks at 1/3rd the cost!  And as always, we offer the  Brazilian Blowout that reduces 90% of the frizz and smooths the hair up to 12 weeks!  When it comes to frizzy, untamable hair don't worry!  We gotcha covered!  We have different options now to meet everybody's needs and budgets!  Get your FREE consultation today!!! Call 479-251-1877 today!!!

Saturday, July 9, 2011

Freshair's 8 Year Anniversary!!!

Freshair has celebrated 8 years in business this month on July 1st.  We first opened our doors July 1, 2003.  We started Freshair as a small salon with 6 girls.  Since then we went from a 6 station salon to a 14 station salon!  We have just finished our expansion and we now have 15 stylists and a new boutique!  We have expanded our service menu as well!  Adding the Brazilian Blowout smoothing treatment, SoCap Hair Extensions and even NovaLash Eyelash Extensions.  We have enjoyed the last 8 years so much and would like to thank our wonderful and loyal clients of Freshair.  We look forward to another 8 great years of hair!