Jumpstart your new year by investing in tools and resources to help you prioritize your wellness.
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As Beauty Launchpad kicks off the new year, we wanted to focus more on the needs of our hair professionals. As we've attended trade shows and events, beauty pros have expressed concerns about focusing on their well-being. How can they best manage their time in front of and away from the chair? What are the best ways to take care of their body? What resources are available to help manage their burnout and mental health concerns? We answer all these questions in more in our January/February issue, which puts a spotlight on wellness. The new year may have you making resolutions to have better time management skills, take more time for yourself, care for your body and more. Sometimes that means investing in tools to help! Below, we are recommending several launches to help you jumpstart your 2025.
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As Beauty Launchpad kicks off the new year, we wanted to focus more on the needs of our hair professionals. As we've attended trade shows and events, beauty pros have expressed concerns about focusing on their well-being. How can they best manage their time in front of and away from the chair? What are the best ways to take care of their body? What resources are available to help manage their burnout and mental health concerns? We answer all these questions in more in our January/February issue, which puts a spotlight on wellness. The new year may have you making resolutions to have better time management skills, take more time for yourself, care for your body and more. Sometimes that means investing in tools to help! Below, we are recommending several launches to help you jumpstart your 2025.
1. Alegria Shoes
Alegria Shoes Merle BootiesCourtesy of Alegria Shoes
As a hair professional, you are on your feet for long hours, which means you need the proper footwear! These Silver/White Merle booties from Alegria offer timeless sophistication with the ease and comfort of a slip-on design. With luxurious leather upper and double elastic gores, you can easily ship these shoes on-and-off, making them perfect for stylists on the go. Professionals can feel supported from all day with a removable dual-density microsuede signature arch footbed that provides lasting support with a flexible forefoot and dense, structured heel cup. Even though these shoes have a heel, they are still extremely comfortable. The dual-density footbed is built for lasting comfort for long working hours.
Smart Step Salon MatsCourtesy of Smart Step Salon Mats
Standing on hard surfaces for hours on end can cause pain and soreness, which may mean you want to invest in a salon mat.Smart Step Premium Salon Mats offer unmatched comfort and support, effectively suspending the body weight and reducing the impact of gravity on the joints. They also help prevent or alleviate the common musculoskeletal disorders of the salon industry, making it easy to prioritize your well-being and enjoy a happier and longer career. The unmatched comfort and support help fight pain and fatigue from standing for long periods of time, so you stay energized and focused on your clients and craft.
Minerva Beauty Premium Cutting StoolCourtesy of Minera Beauty
Who says you need to stand for all of your client appointments? If your clients can sit in a salon chair, why not invest in one for yourself? TheMinerva Beauty Premium Cutting Stool is designed to enhance the wellness of stylists by providing superior comfort and support throughout long hours of work. Featuring a 4.5" memory foam contoured cushion and a bike seat style design, this stool helps reduce physical strain by promoting proper posture and alleviating pressure on the body. The adjustable height and footrest allow for personalized ergonomics, while the stainless steel frame and wheels ensure durability and ease of movement. By investing in this cutting stool, stylists can protect their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, enabling them to work comfortably and efficiently, ultimately improving their overall job satisfaction and reducing the risk of fatigue.
Hairstylists often joke about having a full book while being only fueled by multiple cups of coffee. Make time for a lunch break with Wild Zora. The brand currently sells meat & veggie bars, soup, quinoa, dried fruit, meals to go and cereal. All products from start to finish are made in a USDA-certified kitchen in Loveland, CO. Wild Zora is also committed to using the highest quality, responsibility-sourced ingredients to provide healthy, delicious and convenient products everyone can enjoy. The company also has options for consumers who have dietary restriction, such as gluten-free, paleo, AIP, keto and nut allergies.
K-Headspa Shower Head with ACF VItamin Gel Filter and Sparkling TabletCourtesy of K-Headspa
Enhance your shower experience with K-HEADSPA's innovative showerhead, which includes three interchangeable vitamin filters in green lemon, rose and lavender. These filters purify your water while delivering a boost of nourishing vitamins, providing a refreshing, spa-like treatment with every shower. Each filter is infused with skin-loving ingredients and delightful fragrances to elevate both your skincare routine and your mood. You spend all day caring for your clients' hair. Make sure you take time to prioritize your haircare too!
