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Written by: Samantha K. Paris If you've ever wondered how celebrities, brides, and influencers seem to have impossibly smooth, glowing skin, there's a good chance dermaplaning is part of their routine. Despite becoming one of the most requested skincare treatments, dermaplaning is still surrounded by myths. Will your hair grow back thicker? Does it hurt? Is it only for women? Is it just shaving your face? Let's clear up the confusion. What is Dermaplaning? Dermaplaning is a s

Written By: Samantha K. Paris Every bride dreams of looking like the best version of herself on her wedding day. Glowing skin. Healthy hair. Flawless makeup. A spray tan that looks natural. Brows that fram your face perfectly. But here's the secret... That bridal glow doesn't happen the week before your wedding. It's created over the months leading up to your big day with a thoughtful beauty plan. At Storybook Salon, we help brides create customized plans so they can walk dow

Written by: Samantha K. Paris Graduating beauty school or realizing it's time to leave your current salon is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Instagram can make every salon look beautiful. Gorgeous interiors, trendy reels, and fun team photos only tell part of the story. The real question is this: What happens after you're hired? At Storybook Salon, we believe the best salons don't just offer you a chair. They offer you a career. Here's what every stylist should l

Written by: Samantha K. Paris One of the most frequently asked questions we get in regard to hair extensions is "are they really going to blend?" At Storybook Salon... YES. Your hair extensions will blend. That is a promise. There's nothing worse than hair extensions that are obvious. When installed correctly, professionally maintained, and matched to your natural hair, extensions should blend so effortlessly that even your closest friends can't tell you're wearing them. They

Written by: Samantha K. Paris When you first hear the words "chemical peel", most people think of bright red skin, peeling for days, or hiding out at home. The truth? Most modern chemical peels are much gentler than people think. They're actually one of our favorite treatments for achieving healthier, brighter skin. At Storybook Salon, our licensed master estheticians customize every peel to your skin's needs. Whether you're struggling with acne, dark spots, dull skin, or sim

By: Samantha K. Paris When you hear the words hair extensions, what's the first thing you picture? For most people, it's probably super long, mermaid-length hair. And while we absolutely love a good long-hair transformation at Storybook Salon, here's something that surprises many of our guests: Not everyone who wears hair extensions wants longer hair. In fact, some of our favorite extension transformations have very little to do with adding length, and you'd never guess they

By: Samantha K. Paris You spend months (sometimes years), planning your wedding day. You choose the venue, the dress, the flowers, the photographer, the music, and every little detail in between. But there's one part of the wedding day we think deserves a little more attention: the morning of your wedding. At Storybook Salon, we believe your wedding doesn't begin when you walk down the aisle. Your wedding morning is part of your wedding, too. It's the music playing while you

Written by: Samantha K. Paris A facial should absolutely feel like a break from real life. The warm towels. The quiet room. The moment where you finally stop thinking about your phone, your schedule, and everything waiting for you outside the treatment room. But your facial should also do something for your skin. At Storybook Salon in Lynchburg, VA, we believe you should not have to choose between a relaxing experience and results-driven skincare. You deserve both. Not every

Written by: Samantha K. Paris "Low-maintenance color" sounds like the dream: beautiful hair, soft grow-out, and fewer hours in the salon. But low-maintenance does not mean no-maintenance. It means your color is designed around your real life... your schedule, budget, natural hair, and how often you want to come in, so it continues to look amazing between appointments. Low-Maintenance does not look the same on everyone For one guest, low-maintenance may mean a dimensional brun

Written By: Samantha K. Paris You leave the salon with the bright, creamy, expensive-looking blonde you wanted... and a few weeks later it starts looking warm, yellow, and dull. So you buy purple shampoo. And somehow it still is giving what it gave on day one. You're not imagning this, and purple shampoo isn't necessarily the answer. First: What "Brassy" Actually Means When hair is lightened, the underlying pigment in the hair is exposed. This underlying pigment is always war

Written By: Samantha K. Paris The best hair appointments don't start at the shampoo bowl. They don't start with mixing up your color. They don't start with your coffee in hand and a "treat myself" mindset. They start with a real conversation. At Storybook Salon in Lynchburg, we believe a consultation is more than a quick "What are we doing today?" before the cape goes on. It is where we create a real plan: your goals, hair history, lifestyle, maintenance comfort level, your b

Written by: Samantha K. Paris Have you ever felt like your skin is dry no matter how much moisturizer you apply? Or maybe your skin looks oily but still feels tight and uncomfortable? You, like many others, may be confusing dry skin for dehydrated skin or vise versa, and therefore treating the wrong issue. Understanding the difference can make a huge impact on the appearance of your skin! What is Dry Skin? Dry skin is a skin type. This skin type comes from a lack of sebum pro

Written by: Samantha K. Paris Summer is one of the best times of the year, but can also be one of the toughest seasons on your hair extensions. Between pool days, beach vacations, humidity, and long hours in the sun, your extensions need a little extra TLC to stay looking beautiful longer. Protect Your Hair Before Swimming Whether you're jumping in a pool, lake, or the ocean, it's always a good idea to get your hair wet with clean water first and apply a conditioner (do not r

Written by: Samantha K. Paris If you live in Central Virginia with us, you already know spring humidity hits differently around here. One minute your hair looks smooth and the next you step outside and suddenly everything is frizzy, sticky, or melting off your face. Humidity can be incredibly frustrating for both hair and skin, but with the right prep, you can keep everything looking healthier, smoother, and more manageable all season long. Why Humidity affects hair so much H

Written by: Samantha K. Paris Most people spend hundreds-to-thousands of dollars on their hair every year... only to unknowingly damage it while they sleep. We know that's upsetting to read, because how could sleeping possibly be bad for your hair?! There's good news: One of the easiest ways to protect your hair from unnecessary damage, reduce breakage, and make your style last longer takes less than five minutes, right before you go to bed. Sleeping with your hair in a loose

Written By: Samantha K. Paris If you've ever sat in the salon chair and heard your stylist say, "We just need to tone it," you may have wondered what that actually means. You may have thought that this what makes the hair a lighter shade. You maybe thought it was a dye, a treatment, or just for shine. And why does the blonde hair sometimes turn brassy in the first place? Let's break down the science behind hair toning and why it's one of the most important parts of achieving

Written by: Samantha K. Paris With a combined 20+ years of experience behind the chair, blonding specialty courses, and multiple blonding certifications in our salon, we know our blonding services. But we don't expect our clients to! You're the guest, we're the host, we've got you. At Storybook Salon, we know that choosing the right service can be a bit overwhelming, so we want to simplify that for you! While all salons and areas are going to word things a bit differently, th

Written by: Samantha K. Paris Living in the Central Virginia area, we know first hand that humidity and elevation play a huge role in how your hair is styling and holding that style. And honestly, there is nothing worse than washing and blowing out your hair, going out for dinner, and going to the restroom just to find your style has totally fallen flat, your curls are gone, and your left with straight frizz . But here's the secret : smoothing treatments are designed for this

Written by: Samantha K. Paris At Storybook Salon, we are obsessed with the fact that so many people wear extensions now. It is truly our very favorite service to provide. It provides not only instant gratification, but also long-term confidence. Don't get us wrong, we love a good blonde transformation, or the way a brunette's eyes light up when she sees her dimensional warm, rich balayage for the first time. But the difference is simple: we are able to physically add hair tha

Written By: Samantha K. Paris We've been hearing more and more lately, "I feel like I'm losing a lot of hair!" Have you ever been in the shower and thought "Wow, a lot of hair just came out while I was shampooing"? Or maybe you have stood in front of a mirror brushing your hair, and suddenly your brush was full. Hair loss can be a scary and emotional occurrence and we're here to educate you on the matter and support you through it. If you feel like you are suddenly pulling ha