About
Work Shop Salon is the creative space of experienced independent stylists. We have a small and intimate vibe and a common goal that work should never feel like work.
We are located at 199A Highland Ave in Somerville, MA.
ilana
Ilana is the current owner of Work Shop Salon, and a master stylist who has been in the industry since 2004.
She loves 60’s and 70’s inspired hair, and enjoys seeing more male and female shags out in the world.
Ilana has spent much of her career mastering curls, but is a specialist in all lengths, textures, and styles.* She’s also experienced in all types of color - from balayage, corrective color and vivids, to grey blending.
Ilana is passionate about making sure her clients feel heard and seen. She loves connecting with her clients, and is also an introvert at heart and wants to let her introvert clients know that not talking is fine too!
When not in the salon Ilana enjoys yoga, wellness, guided breath work facilitation, meditation, and nature walks.
*At this point in time Ilana does not do perms, relaxers, braiding or wedding updos.
Contact Ilana directly at (617) 447-7204 or info@theworkshopsalon.com
Derrick
Derrick is a master stylist with 12+ years in the industry. He specializes in all areas of hair color, but in particular Blondes. He is an expert when it comes to double process’s, highlights, and balayage. He is also well versed in vivids, corrective, and gray coverage/blending.
When it comes to cutting he works with all hair textures and lengths. For short hair he excels in both clipper and scissor over comb cuts. He’s also highly skilled in bobs + lobs. For longer hair lengths he can do it all, be it one length or shag. Did we mention he’s a master of fringe of all styles blunt, side swept, and feathered?
Derrick also gives a phenomenal blow out, and does a lot of thermal styling. He’s very talented with a round brush, curling iron, flat iron, and even rollers.
Contact Derrick directly at (617) 510-2592 or dazzledbyderrick@gmail.com
what to expect from us
We will not come in to work if we feel sick or have a fever or cough or have any suspicion of illness whatsoever.
We will wear a mask at all times unless we are on break eating or stepping outside for a breath of fresh air.
Hand washing and glove change is required before and after each client including going to the restroom.
Our styling stations are 6 feet apart.
We will regularly disinfect high touch areas such as shampoo sinks, the bathroom, front door handles, handrails and front desk equipment.
Our stations, chairs, brushes, combs, scissors, styling tools, trays and payment processing systems will be disinfected after each client.
We will change into a new apron/smock, new gloves and provide a clean cape for each client.
All reusable capes/smocks and towels will be professionally cleaned.
The shop itself will be cleaned and sanitized frequently, including every opening and closing.
Magazines and beverages will temporarily be removed from the salon.
When possible we will have the back door open for extra ventilation.
We will not be making change with cash
As happy as we are to see you we won’t be hugging. Air hugs are fine!
what we expect from you
Everyone must wear masks at all times while at the shop, and masks that loop behind the ear if receiving a service.
Please notify your stylist when you arrive for your appointment.
Guests must wait outside, or in a car, until their stylist is ready and they are notified it is safe to come into the shop.
Guests must wash hands for at least 20 seconds & sanitize first thing upon entering the building.
Guests are not permitted to bring extra people with them to the appointment unless they require special assistance and the stylist has given the okay beforehand.
Guests may not use the waiting area or coat rack. Those areas are closed.
Guests may only bring personal items small enough to keep on their person, when able.
No food or drink.
We ask that you do not touch the product shelves and instead ask us for help with products.
Please maintain distancing wherever possible.
Please abide by the signage and markings that will be posted at the salon.
Although we appreciate cash payments we encourage you to bring card payment options and use Venmo or check for tipping, or to have exact change if you must pay or tip in cash.
During the time of your scheduled appointment we may have a contactless thermometer to check for fever before your appointment begins.
If you are unwell, have ANY symptoms of COVID-19, or have been exposed you MUST reschedule. You must follow government, CDC, healthcare provider, and shop guidelines, and/or possibly quarantine for at least 2 weeks to be cleared before coming back in for an appointment.
If you have a pending COVID-19 test results you must wait till after your results to be cleared to come in.
WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE
if you have traveled
Please abide by the following travel regulations. Please practice open communication with your stylists.
