Open Salon Session- Reflecting on previous feedback to support development for giving aftercare.

• Hairdressing
• Further Education (Key Stage 5)

Open Salon Session

Expectations- Salon Rules

• No entering the classroom without a tutor 
• Arrive in salon uniform - Tunic, trousers, black shoes
• Remove all outdoor clothing before entering the salon. 
• Remove jewellery - no rings, hoop earrings, facial piercings, bracelets.   
• No food/ chewing gum or drinks  when entering the classroom- Only water in a clear bottle
•  Participate fully in your session
• No Hands up- Questions- No opt out 
• Bring pens & note pad 
• No use of mobile phones- unless instructed to by tutor
• Set up work area within allocated timeframe to be ready to meet and greet your client 
• Toilet breaks not permitted in the first 30 minutes or the last 15 minutes of your session 
• Learning Review booklets/ Knowledge organisers 

Today's Session 

• Complete 'Do Now Task'- Write a short paragraph describing the benefits styling products have on the hair. (Remember you can use AI, i.e. CHATGPT to support you in completing this task). 

• Complete learning review booklet-  Revisit previous written feedback from tutors to Identify target/ Focus for today’s session 

• Undertake relevant service allocated, Remember to complete your consultation sheet fully and discuss with tutor prior to starting your service.
• Confirm with tutor formative or summative assessment and reflect back on previous tutor feedback to support your assessment 
• Extension task- Research the Wella product range to identify features and benefits and write a short summary for each product range- Scan the QR codes to explore the different product ranges available. 
• To support you improving your product knowledge when giving aftercare, for ALL chosen products today -  you need to relate your aftercare advice to your client or peer to the command verb allocated to you to. 
• Reflection/ Evaluation- What Did You Achieve Today?-  List 2–3 key aspects that you have improved on from today's session.

What’s Next?- Set one goal for improvement or one for your practical skills set .

Do Now Task 

Write a short paragraph describing the benefits styling products have on the hair. (Remember you can use  AI, i.e. CHATGPT to support you in completing this task). 

Ensure you read through the summary on AI and then write your paragraph  in your own words. 

Benefits of using styling products on the hair 

Using styling products on the hair offers several benefits, including:

Enhanced Appearance: Styling products help achieve desired hairstyles, adding volume, shine, or texture for a polished look.

Improved Manageability: They make hair easier to shape, hold, and control, reducing frizz and flyway's.

Protection: Some products shield hair from environmental damage, such as heat, UV rays, or humidity.

Longevity of Style: Products like hairspray or gel ensure hairstyles last longer by providing a firm hold.

Healthier Hair: Certain products contain nourishing ingredients that moisturise, strengthen, or repair hair. 

By choosing the right products, you can enhance your hair's look and feel while maintaining its health.

State your favourite styling product you generally use on your clients? State why this you like this product.

Feedback examples for aftercare 

• Reflecting back on previous written or verbal feedback you have received from tutors have given you, consider which one of the following best fits your feedback given relating to your level of aftercare you have completed to date. 

1. Basic aftercare given, to improve your grade you need to consider all aspects of aftercare, i.e. Maintenance, Future services, Products, Equipment. 

2.Good aftercare given, to improve your grade you need to highlight the features and benefits of products.

3.Excellent aftercare given, stated features and benefits to client and considered all influencing factors. 

Features and Benefits 

Feature - Is a description of a product or service, how long it lasts, the method of application and how much it will cost

Benefit - How the service or product will enhance the hair style or benefit the hair.

Determining Primary Hair Need

Hair Type	Typical Benefits
Lightened Hair	Repair
Highlighted Hair	Damage Protection
Permed Hair	Nourishment
Frequently Heat Styled	Moisture, Damage Protection
Coloured Hair	Colour Protection

Determining Primary Hair Need

Hair Type	Typical Benefits
Curly Hair	Curl Definition, Shine
Dry/ Frizzy Hair	Smoothness
Fine Hair	Volume, Lightweight Care
Scalp Concerns	Specific Scalp Care

Wella Product Information sheets 

Wella- Care Product information  

Wella EIMI Smoothing range 

Wella EIMI Volume Range  

Wella EIMI Shine range 

Wella EIMI Texture range 

Repair 

Damage Protection 

Nourishment 

Moisture, Damage Protection

Colour Protection 

Curl Definition 

Smoothness 

Volume, Lightweight Care 

Specific Scalp Care 

Lightened hair 

Highlighted Hair 

Permed Hair 

Frequently Heat Styled 

Coloured Hair 

Curly hair 

Dry/Frizzy Hair 

Fine hair 

Scalp Conditions 

Reflection/Summary 

What Did You Achieve Today?

List 2–3 key aspects that you have improved on from today's session.

What’s Next?

Set one goal for improvement or my practical skills set .

Examples:

• "I will review today's notes and identify areas I found challenging in today's session. 
• ''I will revisit my written feedback from tutors to support my development areas in my practical skills.