Just Hair Me Out Barbara & Demetra

In this conversation, hairstylist Jeff Ashlock shares his journey in the hair industry, from growing up around salons to working in commission salons and eventually opening his own salon. He discusses the benefits of working in a commission salon, such as having a steady paycheck and not having to worry about administrative tasks. Jeff also talks about the challenges of opening his own salon, including dealing with permits and inspections. He shares his experience with different hair color li...

***This episode has visuals! To see it all, go to our YouTube channel:https://youtu.be/EXF0fWkL3VMIn this conversation, Demetra and Barbara discuss makeup tips for women over 40. They talk about the importance of using sunblock as a base, the benefits of using primers for different areas of the face, and the difference between BB cream and CC cream. They also touch on the importance of skincare routines and choosing the right foundation color based on undertones. Overall, the conversation pro...

Ashley, a mortuary cosmetologist, shares her experience working with deceased individuals at a funeral home. She explains how she stumbled upon this job opportunity and the various tasks she performed, including hairstyling, makeup application, and nail care. Ashley discusses the importance of making the deceased look like themselves and the challenges she faced, such as working with bodies that had experienced trauma or water deaths. She also touches on cultural and religious influences on f...

The conversation revolves around the frustration of hairstylists with the availability and distribution of hair products, particularly high-end brands. The hosts discuss the challenges of carrying certain product lines in salons and salon suites, including minimum purchase requirements and restrictions. They express concern about the availability of these products in stores like Costco, which may lead to incorrect usage and poor hair decisions. The hosts also touch on the importance of profes...

In this episode, Barbara and Demetra discuss the concept of pink flags in dating, which are indications that someone may be gay. They talk about the societal pressures and religious beliefs that can lead people to hide their true sexual orientation. They also mention the term 'beard,' which refers to a woman who acts as a romantic partner to a gay man in order to make others think he is straight. The conversation touches on the acceptance of bisexuality and the importance of being true to one...

In this conversation, Barbara and Demetra share funny stories from their experiences in salons. They discuss incidents involving shampoo bowls, farting in the salon, and unusual salon practices. They also mention the bizarre trend of selling farts in jars. The conversation is light-hearted and filled with laughter. They talk about bachelorette parties, catalogs of sex toys, pranks at work, bidets, and the process of mailing in a stool sample for a colonoscopy. They also touch on the top...