LA Stylists Unite to Bring Relief and Care to Wildfire Evacuees

L.A. salons providing washes and blow drys for first responders and evacuees.
As Los Angeles battles one of the most devastating wildfire crises in its history, the city’s hair stylists are stepping up in extraordinary ways to support their community.
Courtesy of @STYLISTSOFLA

As Los Angeles battles one of the most devastating wildfire crises in its history, the city’s hair stylists are stepping up in extraordinary ways to support their community. More than 70 salons across Los Angeles have joined forces to provide complimentary services such as washes, blowouts, haircuts and even facials to wildfire evacuees and first responders.

This initiative, spearheaded by StylistsofLA, an Instagram community of LA’s local beauty professionals, has mobilized the city's beauty industry in an unprecedented show of support. With dozens of participating salons and growing daily, the network provides a seamless way for evacuees and first responders to find and contact nearby locations offering complimentary services. The response has been overwhelming, with the initiative gaining over 350,000 views and 2,000 shares on Instagram within days of launch.

A Community of Care and Resilience

"In times like these, it's inspiring to see our community come together," says Jade Wong, co-founder of AWARE Hair and StylistsofLA. "Just yesterday, when a displaced mother needed braids done for herself and her daughter, our network connected her with a salon within a few hours, free of charge. That's the real power of LA's styling community."

Participating salons span affected neighborhoods including Pasadena, Beverly Hills, DTLA, Santa Monica, and more, with an interactive map detailing locations and booking options. 

Encouraging Community Support and Participation

Moments of self-care can make a big difference for evacuees and first responders facing relentless stress. Tina Mui, owner of The Spa Santé and Salon in Pasadena, shared her experience: "Offering hair washes to evacuees has been humbling. Seeing their gratitude reminds me how something as simple as clean hair can bring comfort during chaos."

Salons and stylists interested in joining this effort can sign up or explore participating locations on AWARE Hair's website

About StylistsofLA and AWARE Hair

StylistsofLA is an Instagram community celebrating the artistry, creativity, and human stories behind LA's stylists. Founded by AWARE Hair, a Los Angeles-based professional haircare brand, the platform seeks to empower stylists and elevate the industry with natural-first, professional quality products.

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