How to become a successful hairdresser in Nigeria (beginner’s guide)

Before the business of hair, people had always wanted to look good and attractive. On the other hand, as humans, in order to survive, we must create value, which leads to business and skills. The hair salon business is just like a hospital or a pharmacy shop that never goes extinct; rather, it will always be in high demand with changes and upgrades in productivity.
The first step to consider before becoming a hairdresser is to register and engage with a professional hairdresser to learn and acquire knowledge in hair business activity. Hairdressing is not one of the businesses you venture into without proper training. Chickysbeautyplace@gmail.com (+234 814 252 3959) advise interested individuals to make inquiries and get the right knowledge from a professional.
Factors to consider when selecting a location
The number of hairdressing salon shops around almost every corner of our environment shows how easy it is to start up the business. There are a few factors to consider before starting your own shop.

The distance: The distance from your home or residence to your shop matters a lot. Imagine living in Ogba while you have a salon shop you control every day in Lekki Phase 1. The stress alone will be too much on you, especially if you don’t have workers or an apprentice. Sometimes before you get to shop, the customers that might be waiting for you must have left. Location can make or mar your salon business.
Types of customers: These have to do with the types of people you would like to make hair. If your targeted customers are high-income earners, then go for urban or residential areas. Residential areas are the best because people can always and easily work into your shop from their home.

Capital needed to open a hairdresser shop
There is no specific amount for opening a hairdresser shop. The capital needed all depends on your choice and standard of salon. There are thousands, if not millions, of salon shops in Nigeria today, proving how easy it is to start up one, but the question remains: How much do you have? Start today and stop procrastinating!
Tools and materials for a hair salon shop
Some tools and materials are inevitable in the salon business, like the equipment, a shop, or a space. Not only in hairdressing but in every other business, you can’t run away from buying tools and equipment for working unless you don’t want to be your boss yet. The tools for starting up a salon shop range from a dryer, scissors, chairs, straightener, threads, needle, attachment, and cosmetics made for hair. Also the tools for styling to do the work professionally.
How to get the materials

All hairdressing materials are on the market. You can go to the market, place an order online, or walk into any hair salon equipment shop to get any of the materials you need, including towels.
How to be a hairdresser without a shop or space
The world is going digital each day, and I can assure you that in a few years time most, if not all, business individuals will have a platform online. Online present helps your business reach out to interested customers who may need your services in their home (this is where mobile hairdresser comes in). Apart from that, you can use a space (room) in your house or in front of your house.
Another way to earn money as a hairdresser without having a shop is by walking a salon to request space and pay for it monthly or weekly according to your agreement with them.
Marketing strategy in hairdressing

The marketing strategy for this business is different from some other businesses. The best strategy here should be your work. If you know what you are doing as a hairdresser, then you will go far because there will be a lot of referrals. There are other strategies to secure customers, but referral is top-notch. Don’t forget that advertising your work shamelessly draws customers from different angles. Also, don’t forget to use social media to your advantage.

Mistakes to avoid as a hairdresser

Sometimes you do not really see your mistakes in the hairdressing business. But most importantly, be honest and always tell your customers the truth. Most times your customers have a particular style that you can’t do very well. Instead of giving them high hopes while they end up disappointed, tell them about other styles or something similar that you can do.
Avoid cutting customers hair; avoid damaging your customers hair because these are some of the mistakes that can stop your customers from coming back.