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Behind the Scenes Green

Many people ask us what we do to be green.  For us, it is much more than just having green products, it is a way of life.  Here is a list of some of the things we do:

  • Established in an existing building and decorated with antique furniture
  • Our color is ammonia free, so no toxic gas to breathe
  • We offer discounted refills on many of our shampoos and conditioners
  • Provide discounts to clients who arrive via transit or bicycle
  • Purchase 100% wind power electricity
  • Replaced halogen lights with fluorescent lights, greatly reducing electricity draw
  • Upgraded our water heater to be the most efficient available
  • Stations have individual light switches for spot lighting
  • Solar lights and light timers for outdoor lighting needs
  • Utilize lots of natural light and ceiling fans
  • Have programmable thermostats
  • Installed insulation in a remodeled room and the attic
  • Weather stripping to reduce drafts (but it is an OLD house…)
  • Low flow washing machine
  • Installed a recirculating pump to reduce the time waiting for hot water
  • Auto shut off faucets and dual flush toilet in the bathroom
  • We use rain barrels in the summertime for landscaping/garden water
  • Have plants in the salon to help improve air quality
  • Use non-toxic cleaners and non-chlorine bleach as much as possible
  • We buy and work locally
  • Reuse paper for printing daily reports
  • Weigh and record color use to reduce chemical wastes
  • Recycle everything possible from hair, used foils, paper and plastics


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