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Do you skip going to the salon because you find it inconvenient? Are you worried you might get sick or get someone else sick when visiting the salon? Are you concerned about the cleanliness of salons and if they are keeping their spaces covid-free? Then you might want to consider a virtual haircut appointment.

With advances in telecommunication technology, seeing your hairdresser has been made possible. 

At The Artistic Edge Hair Salon, Jen Brumm provides comprehensive hair care services for her clients who live in and outside of her location in Fairfield, Iowa.  Jen is a dry cutting expert/educator and color specialist/educator who wants to make it as easy as possible for her clients to get the hair care they need when they need it, which is why she now offers virtual visits.

About virtual Hair appointments:

Virtual hair appointments simply means that instead of coming to the salon, you get the care you need by video or phone from a place that’s convenient and comfortable for you. During the pandemic, Jen came up with this safe and suitable solution for her clients all around. The best part: you can get a haircut in the comfort of your own home! You no longer need to worry about cleanliness and germs, extra money for gas, the unpredictable weather, or the long drive to get to the salon of your choice, as distance is no variable here. By choosing this convenient option, you are actually saving time, stress, and money.

All you need is a smartphone, computer, or tablet and an internet connection, and if you choose, a friend, spouse or family member.  Jen will provide you with the tools that you will need for your haircuts.  

You can even meet with Jennifer by phone if a video call isn’t possible. Jen can work with photos and texting. 

What to expect

☑️The first step: Jen offers 3 packages. Please choose the package that best fits your needs:

The TEAL package ($525)

Best deal! What is included: 

• up to 120 mins of FaceTime with Jen where She will help you with  coloring and cutting your own hair. 

• A 30 minute video consultation prior to your appointment so Jen can formulate your color and get the color to you prior to your appointment.  Jen will ask you questions and she will come up with a plan of action for when the appointment time comes. 

• For Cutting, you will be provided the following tools (mailed right to your door):

1. A pair of professional Shears

2. A pair of ttexturizing shears. 

3. 2 Cutting combs 

4. Professional clips

5. Cutting cape for you

• For coloring, you will be given the following tools (mailed right to your door):

1. 3 bowls

2. 3 brushes 

3. Your formulated color good for at least 3 applications 

4. Developer for your color

5. Mixing Whisk

6. Measuring cup for color

7. Coloring cape

8. Professional gloves (5 pairs)

The BLUE package ($300)

This package includes professional tools and clear instructions For Cutting only.

• Up to 90 mins of FaceTime with Jen with thorough and detailed instructions on how to cut your hair from home.

• For Cutting, these supplied will be mailed to your door:

1. A pair of professional cutting Shears

2. A pair of texturizing Shears

3. 2 Cutting combs

4. Professional clips

5. Cutting cape for you

The GREEN package ($120)

This package includes no professional supplies or tools but a video with Jen on instructions on cutting your own hair.

*Jen does recommend that you use professional shears. With this package, you will need to provide your own shears. Please just make sure you do your research on dry cutting shears before purchasing a pair. You will need a pair of cutting shears and texturizing shears. Unfortunately, kitchen scissors aren’t going to be the best for your hair. 

• You will get up to 90 mins of FaceTime with Jen with thorough and detailed instructions on how to cut your hair from home.

☑️ALL packages include the following:

• A cut and/or color that you will be happy with. 

• Clear directions 

• A thorough consultation

• The option to have a friend/family member help you or you can do it on your own. 

*Jen has had success with both scenarios, so please don’t feel like you have to find someone to help you. The choice is yours and it is recommended to choose whichever option will make you the most comfortable and stress free. This should be a fun and exciting experience for you!

• A stress free experience

• Jen will not begin until all questions have been answered. There are times when Jen needs to spend more time with her client, so please don’t worry because anything up to an extra half an hour is free of charge.

• No trips to the salon

• A follow up call with Jen herself 2 to 3 days later.

How should you prepare?

• Make sure you have a well-lit area Jen can clearly hear and see you. 

• If you choose to have an assistant, please make sure she/he is okay with cutting hair and is confident in their ability to follow directions,

• Wash your hair in time enough that your hair is dry for the appointment. Please have your hair styled with no product and in the way in which you wear your hair daily. 

About Jen Brumm:

Jen has had the good fortune of having extensive hair experience in Chicago, Boston, Austin, California, and now back in her mamas home state, Iowa...including some celebrity hair. 

Jen is currently doing hair at her salon in Fairfield, Iowa.

Jen loves to educate other stylists who are equally as passionate in the art of doing hair. She finds that in order to truly be successful, you must have PASSION for what you do, and a yearn to learn different techniques. 

Jen has an approach to cutting that is different from most stylists. She spends a longer time cutting and ALWAYS cut dry. She has little interest in up-selling her clients and believes that a haircut should look good with little or no product and therefore, be easy for YOU to style. 

When wet, the hair clumps together and is nothing like it is dry. Simply put, we do not wear our hair wet.

To boot, her method of dry cutting is completely organic, as no products or water are necessary.  This means she can provide her cuts virtually anywhere. This is so fortunate for you as you will reap the benefits of her dry cuts without having to go anywhere!

Jen believes it is very important to look at the entire picture (your curls, waves, cowlicks, growth patterns, and hair texture) before going in and sculpting her hair design.

The best part for you is that you can actually watch your new look as it moves along...there are no hidden surprises.

Therefore, you are seeing what you hair will actually do without a blow dry and style that you might not be able to replicate on your own. What you see is what you get.

One of the things that her clients comment on about her dry cuts is that they can go 2×3 times longer (sometimes longer) in-between haircuts. Cutting the hair dry allows Jen to see all split ends and create a shape that is going to hold longer.

The same will hold true for you when Jen is instructing you or your assistant on how to cut your hair.

For Jen, the consultation process with her client is extremely important. There are so many factors to take into consideration when creating a style, and it is so important to have a mutual understanding before beginning.  

This is why Jen includes an extensive consultation in her packages. This will assure that you are going to get a look that you will be happy with.

“Sometimes, clients do not know exactly what they want. Some say they just want a change, some might say they want to go shorter, and some might come in with a picture. 

Pictures are a good start, but it is my job to be HONEST if your hair will be able to look like the picture without a lot of time, products,  and styling tools. I want your hair to be easy for you to style on your own.”

Jen asks her clients to come in wearing their hair as they would normally wear it and with little or no product. She looks at your face shape, how the hair falls, and always ask about your lifestyle. 

This is also how Jen asks you to prepare your hair for your virtual appointment.

Jens intuition combined with asking the right questions and taking her time results in a complimentary look that you will love.

While dry cutting is her passion, she is equally as passionate about color. She has had extensive training in corrective color. When creating color, natural pigments and previous color applications must always be considered. This is where her innovation and creativity with color are crucial. 

Jens approach is different and she stands by her work. Jen always work on just one client at a time- she is always only focused on you and your hair needs.

Simply put, Jen will not let you leave her chair (or the video call) unless you are 100% happy. This is her promise.

Why is offering virtual appointments an important aspect of her career today?

Jen has suffered from autoimmune issues and complications with her own health her whole life, but even more since covid. Jen has to be very careful when she leaves the home and has to take many precautions when working with the public. This has changed Jens life. 

Jen can relate first hand to those of you who can’t go to see the hairdresser or can’t be in a salon atmosphere. In fact, for these reasons, Jen cuts and colors her own hair. She has a huge heart for those in this situation and always wants to help.

In her own words, she says “I love offering Virtual haircut appointments. I would need this service if I didn’t do my own hair. I have to be so careful so that I can stay well. I know there are MANY others in my situation, and I wanted to find a way to make it easier for them.”

A gentle reminder:

☑️This might go without being said, but we want to remind you of the following precautions:

☑️It is important to follow appropriate safety guidelines when having someone else cut your hair, whether it is a friend or a professional. This may include wearing a mask or face covering, maintaining social distancing, and sanitizing tools and surfaces before and after the haircut. 

☑️Also, please be careful when using either pair of shears included in this package as they are very sharp.

If your friend is taking directions from a hairdresser, it is possible for them to cut your hair successfully. However, it is important to keep in mind that cutting hair correctly requires skill and training, and even with directions from a professional, mistakes can still occur.