How to choose a beauty salon: 10 things to check before your first visit
Hygiene, sterilisation, the specialist's portfolio, clear prices and a proper consultation — a checklist to help you choose a beauty salon you can trust.
Choosing a beauty salon is a matter of trust: you're handing your face, your hair and your health to someone you may be meeting for the first time. A beautiful interior and nice photos on social media are a good start, but they're not enough on their own. Here are ten things to look for before or during your first visit.
10 signs you can trust a salon
1. Cleanliness and hygiene
Workstations, chairs and tools should be clean, and the specialist should wash their hands or change gloves before every client. Cleanliness is obvious within the first few minutes — and it says a lot.
2. Sterilised tools and single-use materials
Manicure tools should be sterilised. Some treatments, such as permanent makeup, use single-use needles only. Don't hesitate to ask how tools are cleaned — a trustworthy salon will be happy to answer.
3. The specialist's portfolio
Ask to see the specialist's work — ideally real photos without heavy filters. Before-and-after photos, and work similar to what you want, are especially important.
4. A consultation before the treatment
A good specialist listens first and advises second. They'll ask about allergies and your health, explain what to expect, and tell you honestly if the result you want isn't realistic in your case.
5. Clear prices
You should know the prices in advance — on the salon's website, on social media or from the reception. If the final price depends on the work involved, you should be told before the treatment.
6. Specialisation
It's better when each area has its own specialist: lashes done by a lash artist, permanent makeup by a PMU specialist, hair by a stylist. That way everyone does what they do best.
7. Reviews
Read reviews on Google and social media. Look not only at the star rating, but also at how the salon responds to criticism.
8. Communication and booking
Booking should be easy: by phone, by messenger or online. A quick, polite reply shows that the salon values your time.
9. Location and opening hours
A salon in a convenient location that stays open late makes regular visits much easier. This matters especially for treatments that need touch-ups.
10. How you feel
If you feel comfortable, your questions are answered patiently and nothing is pushed on you, that's a good sign. If something feels off, trust your instinct.
Questions to ask your specialist
- How long does the treatment take, and how long does the result last?
- How should I prepare, and how do I care for the result afterwards?
- Will I need a touch-up, and how much does it cost?
- How are the tools cleaned?
- When is this treatment not recommended?
Meet SANLE
SANLE is a beauty salon in Tbilisi, at 34 Marjanishvili St, close to the metro. We're open every day, weekends included, from 10:00 to 21:00. All our prices are published on the services page, our work is in the gallery, and you can meet our specialists on the team page. Any questions? Message or call us — we're happy to help.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if a specialist is experienced enough?
Look at their work — especially for the treatment you want — and read client reviews. Their answers to your questions at the consultation will tell you a lot too.
Should I choose the cheapest salon?
Price matters, but hygiene, the specialist's experience and the quality of the result matter most. This is especially true for long-lasting treatments such as permanent makeup.
