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HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More CONTACT US For an questions or queries please feel free to call, text or email us 403-819-5893 ​ aveda@bluewillowhairgroup.com ​

CART HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More About us + the beauty we stand behind About Us Explore our top 10 favourite AVEDA products: Our Top 10 OUR SALON CONTACT US Blue Willow - SOCIAL WE BELIEVE Real beauty comes from inside and is felt on the outside. ​ We honor the earth, nature, and animals and believe the best products are also those that care for our earth, this is why we are proud to carry AVEDA products. AVEDA PRODUCTS

HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More OUR TEAM OUR TEAM Shellie Bodnar Shellie is the owner and founder of Blue Willow Hair Group. She has been a hairstylist in Okotoks for 25 years, Aveda trained for 15 years, and opened Blue Willow in 2018. Shellie is dedicated and passionate about hair as well as her clients. When she is not in the salon working, she enjoys being outside and active, hiking with friends. Jayda Smith Jayda is a senior stylist who is Aveda trained. Jayda is passionate about making people feel as beautiful on the outside as they are on the inside! She specializes in colour, blondes and balayage, and has over 5 years of experience! In her free time, she enjoys expressing her creativity through art and loves attending any sports event!

POLICIES Appointments: ​ Out of courtesy to our team and valued guests, we ask that cancellations are made with 24 hours notice. If you are unable to make your appointment, please contact Blue Willow Hair Group as soon as possible to allow for new bookings. ​ When cancelling an appointment, please be aware that rescheduling may result in a longer wait time to get booked in. ​ Furthermore, if you are uncertain about what services you will need at the time of your appointment, please contact your stylist prior to your appointment to discuss your hair needs in a consultation so we can book your appointment accordingly. Doing so allows stylists to know how much time will be required for your service and is a necessary courtesy for our guests and team at Blue Willow. ​ Services: Refunds for services will be determined on an individual, case-by-case basis to the discretion of Blue Willow. ​ Products: In the event that you are unsatisfied with a product, we are happy to provide you with an exchange of product at equal or lesser value (any difference will be provided as store credit) or store credit, provided that your return was within 30 days of original purchase with original receipt. Gift Certificates: Blue Willow Hair Group does not offer refunds for gift certificates (new or partially used). ​ Extensions: ​ We require a deposit to secure the purchase of your new hair extensions before your appointment. ​ ​ ​ How do I book an appointment? The best way to book an appointment is by calling our location. This way we can choose a day and time that works best for you. Should you need to cancel or change your appointment, please call us with at least 24hrs notice of your cancellation so that we may be able to re-schedule you. Phone: 403.819.5893 Where are you located? We are located in the downntown district of Okotoks. You may find us on the corner of Elma Street and Veterans Way in a historic looking, white home that has been converted to mixed use. What payments do you accept? We currently accept most forms of payment including credit cards, debit, etransfer and cash. WE BELIEVE Real beauty comes from inside and is felt on the outside. ​ We honor the earth, nature, and animals and believe the best products are also those that care for our earth, this is why we are proud to carry AVEDA products. AVEDA Products About us + the beauty we stand behind About Us See some of our favourite AVEDA products currently in store AVEDA Products

HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More BLUE WILLOW HAIR GROUP Who We Are Blue Willow Hair Group is an AVEDA certified salon that specializes in haircuts, styling, colour, balayage, highlights and nano bead extensions since July, 2018. Our salon offers personalized care for all clients while offering sophisticated service in cooperation with AVEDA products. more than just hair... Dedicated to our clients and the planet . ​ Blue Willow maintains a commitment to better ourselves, others, and our world. Community means everything to us and we strive to give back to our communities both locally and globally. We value education and are always willing to answer any questions you may have about our services, protecting the planet, or AVEDA products. ​ Products Blue Willow Hair Group is proud to use planet-friendly, high performance, AVEDA products in our salon. Founded in 1978, AVEDA's goal is to create safe, plant-based products that are better for service providers and clients, as well as for the planet. Their innovative colour formulas leave hair virtually damage free and are infused with conditioning botanical oils for shinier, healthier looking hair. ​ ​ Explore some of our favorite products by AVEDA AVEDA Products Visiting our salon? Some of the most common questions: Quick Questions Gallery

HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More WHY AVEDA COLOR? Why AVEDA Color? AVEDA hair color and products have significantly less chemicals and more natural ingredients, making them safer than traditional products, which are often packed with dangerous chemicals that can irritate the scalp and cause lasting damage to hair. AVEDA color is vibrant, fade resistant color that improves your hair. Up to 96% naturally derived, AVEDA full-spectrum hair color is customized just for you for your personalized style and hair needs. FULL SPECTRUM DEMI + The formula itself, true to Aveda, is filled with plant-derived oils including L-arginine, which works as a power booster to increase pH for maximum color deposit into every strand, which provides lasting results that fade on tone. ​ • A conditioning blend of certified organic plant oils, kukui, sunflower, castor and jojoba, helps improve the condition of damaged hair and provide radiant shine. • Green tea extract helps create a broader spectrum of color by acting as a naturally-derived color modifier to enhance the shade range, helping provide the ultimate colorist’s palette. • Butylene glycol, derived from sugarcane, helps create a gel base formula that has a smooth consistency for easy application. ​ FULL SPECTRUM VIBRANTS Vibrants are formulated without synthetic glycols, silicones, phthalates, parabens, mineral oil, oxidative dyes or ammonia and with: Kukui oil: moisturizing properties leave the hair soft and incredibly shiny ​ Certified-organic sunflower, jojoba and castor oil improve the condition of hair, and add strength from within. ​ Certified-organic ylang ylang, petitgrain and ginger help provide a bright, floral, spicy aroma and pleasant guest experience. AVEDA MEN'S COLOR Aveda Men 5-Minute Natural Grey Blending is a 95% naturally derived formula and is infused with a plant oil blend including certified organic sunflower, castor, and jojoba to help keep hair looking healthy and is designed for colorists to blend away grey right at the shampoo bowl in a quick 5 minute processing time. Customized for every shade of grey, Aveda Men 5-Minute Natural Grey Blending includes 5 pre-blended shades, ranging from light natural to dark ash which provide male guests natural looking, low maintenance grey blending specific to the look that they are after. TESTIMONIALS "Over the past few years I developed a sensitivity to coloring my hair. I was left with an itching, burning scalp for weeks after every appointment. Until I found Blue Willow Hair group. The Team at Blue Willow are amazing Stylists, and Aveda hair color is the best. I not only no longer have those concerns, I leave every appointment now with healthier hair, and gorgeous color the lasts." -M.F. "About 5 years ago my scalp started to get extremely itchy while my stylist was applying color and it was itchy for about a week after an application. The worst part was at the back of my head just above my neck. I always asked the shampoo girl to make sure it was rinsed really well back there but it continued to bother me. Since I’ve switched to an AVEDA salon and am now using AVEDA color I have had absolutely no problems." -D.M.

Extensions Nano Bead Hair Extensions Here at Blue Willow Hair Group we believe in offering the best of the best, which is why we use Nano Bead Hair Extensions from Livable Hair, a local company. This extension method is 90% smaller than any other bead used in the hair industry. Nano Bead Extensions are the most discrete and comfortable option available. We recommend maintenance appointments every 6 to 8 weeks. Most importantly they are free of any harsh chemicals. They are not damaging when installed properly. Did you know this method was originally developed for people suffering from medical related hair loss? SHELLIE Shellie is not only the owner of Blue Willow Hair Group but also a very talented stylist. Extensions are a passion of Shellie's. She is certified in Nano Bead Extensions through Livable hair, a local company. JAYDA Jayda is an experienced hairstylist who also offers extension services. Whether you're looking for someone to do your maintenance or a completely new install, she is your girl. Jayda is certified in Nano Bead Extensions through Livable hair. MEET OUR EXTENSIONISTS' *With these two your extension needs and questions will be taken care of.*

HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More SERVICES We are proud to use AVEDA colour. AVEDA colour is 96 to 99 percent organic. We can't wait to create a customized colour and style that suits you! Prices vary based on your hair type, experience of your stylist, and time required for your service. We recommend booking a consultation prior to your hair appointment. SERVICE MENU Women's Haircut: $76.50+ Men's Cut: $53.00+ Child's Cut (12 and under): $35.00+ Root Retouch: $135.00+ Full Color: $174.00+ Partial Highlights: $175.00+ Full Head Highlights: $220.00+ Balayage: $235.00+ Blow Dry + Style: $48.00+ Gala Hairstyle: $110.00+ Nano Bead Extensions: Price upon consultation

Mission Extension Care How to care for your Hair Extensions ​ In order to ensure the best experience and your ultimate satisfaction, here is some important information: ​ Use Aveda sulfate free shampoos and conditioners. Use "Aveda Botanical Repair Leave-In Conditioner" along with "Botanical Repair Bond Building Styling Creme" prior to wet styling. These products have 450 degree heat protection. Use "Aveda Heat Relief" for any styling on days 2-3 in between washes. This product has 450 degree heat protection. Use "Aveda Nutriplenish Multi-Use Oil" to add moisture and condition back into the ends of your hair in between washing. Brush everyday - Ask us what brushes would be best. Don't go to bed with wet/damp hair. Don't keep wet/damp hair in a pony tail for long periods of time. Run your fingers between the base of your extensions everyday to prevent tangling. Avoid applying oil based product on your root area as it can make the extensions slip. Avoid heat tools near the scalp as they can melt the bond of your hair extensions. Be gentle when washing your hair. Avoiding chlorine prevents damage to your extensions. Avoid using purple shampoo as it will dry out your extensions. We do recommend "Aveda Blonde Revival Purple Shampoo." This product contains a blend of nourishing lightweight oils that hydrate and condition over-processed hair. The Detailed Extension Care Guide Steps to ensure long-lasting, gorgeous hair extensions Follow these essential tips if you want your hair extensions to retain their vibrancy, shine and fullness for 1-2 years. Most importantly, this guide holds the necessary information to keeping your natural hair healthy and damage-free. TANGLE FREE (BRUSHING) Run your fingers between your hair extensions every day to keep them from tangling together. Be gentle with your hair extensions. The extensions themselves will not cause harm to your natural hair, rough handling could cause damage. Soft bristle brushes are the best as they don’t pull on your natural hair. We highly recommend the Mint- Kaze Paddle Brush made with boar bristles which we offer here at the salon . Always brush the ends of your extensions first, then work your way toward the bonds, brushing in a downward motion. BE GENTLE! Your hair and lovely extensions will thank you. Always brush your hair before bedtime and first thing in the morning. Frequent brushing during the day will limit tangles and improve the appearance of your extensions. WASHING Gently lather together at the roots and throughout the extension’s (do not aggressively rub through extensions, unless needed from build-up). Rinse hair as usual. Wash every 2-3 days to extend the life of your extensions and to keep them looking fresh. Apply conditioner only on the ends of the hair. STYLING The look of your hair will be improved when blow-dried. Blowdrying also ensures your bonds are dry and sealed. 1-2 times per week is normal. Straighteners, curling irons and hot rollers can be used as normal, but be sure to AVOID touching the bonds with extreme heat. This may cause the bonds to melt into your natural hair. SLEEPING It is best to tie your hair in a low ponytail , or even a loose braid for sleeping to prevent unnecessary pulling/tugging. Never sleep with wet hair! The number one cause of matting is allowing the bond area to remain damp in a pony tail (like after working out) or going to bed with wet hair. PRODUCTS You will want to use a heat protectant spray (AVEDA Heat Relief) if you heat style your extensions regularly. Using a leave in conditoner (such as AVEDA Botanical Repair Bond building styling creme paired with AVEDA Leave-in Treatment) on the ends of your hair extensions will ensure they stay soft. You can use hairspray (AVEDA aircontrol or AVEDA controlforce), dry shampoo (ask us for our recommendations), etc as normal. Tip: do not get any oil-based products on the root area as it may cause the extensions to slip out. SCALP SENSATIONS It is normal for your scalp to be itchy for the first 1 to 2 weeks. Your scalp is adjusting to more hair and may feel a bit dry at this time. It may take a couple of nights to get used to the feeling of the extensions. MAINTENANCE APPOINTMENTS Maintenance appointments are crucial - going longer than the recommended time can cause tangling and damage to your natural hair. Your touch up/retightening appointment should be scheduled as follows: Thin or delicate hair: 4 to 5 weeks Average thickness hair every: 6 to 8 weeks Thick, dense, strong hair every: 6 to 10 weeks PROFESSIONAL REMOVAL ONLY! Never attempt to remove Nanos by yourself. You must go to an experienced technician for removal to ensure no damage is done. CHLORINE AND SALT WATER Consistent exposure to salt water and chlorine can cause the bonds to breakdown and dry out the hair. After swimming, shampoo/condition and blow-dry the bonds to prevent any bond breakdown. EXTENSION LOSS It is totally normal to loose a few extensions through the term of your wear. Please just save them and bring them to your next maintenance appointment to be reinstalled. ​ MATTING Matting is NOT normal and is a resulting factor of improper care. If you come in to your maintenance appointment with matting please recognize that the amount of time required for your appointment will be longer, and additional charges will be applied. Extensions are an investment and require more of your time and extra care. Make sure you are willing to commit to using good quality products and that you follow this guideline strictly. ​

HOME EXTENSIONS ABOUT AVEDA COLOR CONTACT SERVICES SHOP SEARCH More OUR TOP 10 AVEDA FAVORITES botanical repair™ strengthening shampoo Strengthens & repairs damaged hair with our silicone free shampoo that luxuriously cleanses, gently removing excess sebum, product build-up and pollution. 95% of women say their hair looked instantly healthier.* •Gently cleanses and helps strengthen and repair from the inside out, improving the condition of damaged hair**; with plant-derived technologies •Builds bonds to improve hair strength** •Gently removes excess sebum, product build-up and pollution, which can damage hair​ •For all hair types and textures •94% naturally derived† •Silicone & Sulfate-cleanser free •Safe for color treated and chemically processed hair •Vegan, Cruelty Free botanical repair™ strengthening conditioner Conditions and instantly detangles to help prevent breakage; strengthens and repairs with the power of plants.* 95% of women say their hair looked instantly healthier.** •Builds bonds to improve hair strength* •Reduces frizz and flyaways •Easier detangling for less breakage and damage •Lightly conditions for everyday use without weighing hair down •Leaves hair soft, smooth​ and shiny •For all hair types and textures •98% naturally derived† •Safe for color treated and chemically processed hair •Silicone Free •Vegan, cruelty free nutriplenish™ shampoo deep moisture Decadent shampoo with vegan superfood blend of potent plant butter and oils, cleanses and replenishes dry hair with nutrient-powered hydration. ​ Nutrient-powered hydration for lush, visibly healthier hair. • rich and decadent formula gently cleanses without stripping hair • 94% naturally derived,* with powerful superfoods • deeply replenishes with 50% more butters than light moisture • luxurious omega-5-rich organic pomegranate oil nourishes dry, depleted hair • certified organic coconut oil with low molecular weight easily penetrates hair to help moisturize • mango butter packed with fatty acids helps nourish leaving hair soft and smooth • for all dry hair types • see chart below or chat with an expert for your customized solution • vegan volumizing tonic™ Creates maximum volume on fine and medium hair. With certified organic aloe and wheat amino acids to help build body and add shine. For fine to medium hair. This remarkable tonic creates maximum volume on fine and medium hair. With certified organic aloe and wheat amino acids to help build body and add shine. •for fine to medium hair •adds lift at the root •weightless volume •adds shine People-tested nutriplenish™ conditioner light moisture Deep moisture collection features a decadent vegan superfood blend, it provides deep nutrient-powered hydration with an extra boost of plant butter and oils. ​ Nutrient-powered hydration for lush, visibly healthier hair. • lightweight formula conditions and replenishes moisture • 96% naturally derived,* with powerful superfoods • luxurious omega-5 rich organic pomegranate oil nourishes dry, depleted hair • certified organic coconut oil with low molecular weight easily penetrates hair to help moisturize • mango butter packed with fatty acids helps nourish leaving hair soft and smooth • oat extract helps give the formula a sumptuous, creamy feel • for all dry hair types • vegan thickening tonic Instantly thickens hair and expands strands from roots to ends. Powered by botanicals—including certified organic amla fruit. ​ Instantly thickens for a fuller style. • thickens hair instantly with just one use • expands strands from roots to ends • powered by botanicals—including certified organic amla fruit • wheat helps boost thickening • corn helps hold your fuller style • 96% naturally derived* invati advanced™ solutions Invati Advanced™ Solutions for Thinning Hair is an innovative system that reduces hair loss by 53%* and instantly thickens the hair when applied once daily. Inspired by Ayurveda - the ancient healing art of India, this 94% naturally derived** system, featuring an invigorating blend of Ayurvedic herbs, helps keep the hair you have longer.* Our patented bio-fermented blend plus our Ayurvedic herb blend with ginseng and certified organic turmeric invigorates the scalp when massaged in, while certified organic amla instantly thickens the hair. speed of light 3 out of 5 women agreed 90% naturally derived* multi-benefit blow dry spray reduced blow dry time by 50%**. Speed of light™ helps detangle hair while reducing breakage by 93%† and protects against thermal damage from blow-drying. Hair is left smooth, soft, static free—perfectly primed for styling. For all hair types and lengths. 90% naturally derived* multi-benefit blow-dry primer cuts blow dry time, leaving hair perfectly primed for styling: • Naturally derived* lactic acid from sugar beets helps smooth and seals the cuticle allowing for enhanced fiber separation, increasing air flow around the fibers to help decrease dry time • A blend with coconut-derived conditioner reduces breakage from blow drying by 93%** • A blend with corn-derived humectant moisturizes hair to help protect against thermal damage from blow dryer heat air control™ light hold hair spray Our light hold hair spray offers flexible, lasting hold—for all hair types—and has a net-zero impact* on the Earth's climate. *Aveda funds renewable wind energy to offset the CO2 associated with the manufacturing, transportation and use of air controlTM to help ensure it has a net-zero impact on the Earth's climate. The majority of our offsets fund future wind energy over time. Our light hold hair spray offers flexible, lasting hold—for all hair types—and has a net-zero impact* on the Earth's climate.• derived from pine resin technology for lightweight, workable hold• sprays on dry • eliminates static control force™ firm hold hair spray Our firmest hold hair spray offers long-lasting hold and humidity defense for all hair types—and has a net-zero climate impact.* *Aveda funds renewable wind energy to offset the CO2 associated with the manufacturing, transportation and use of control forceTM to help ensure it has a net-zero impact on the Earth's climate. The majority of our offsets fund future wind energy over time. ​ Our firmest hold hair spray offers long-lasting hold and humidity defense for all hair types—and has a net-zero climate impact.* •all-day firm hold and humidity defense •fast-drying, non-flaking formula hand relief™ moisturizing creme Rich hand creme intensely moisturizes dry hands leaving them noticeably softer and smoother. Andiroba oil and other plant hydrators help infuse skin with nourishment for moisturized, soft hands. ​ Intense moisture helps soothe seriously dry hands—leaving them noticeably softer and smoother. Andiroba oil and other plant hydrators help infuse skin with nourishment for moisturized, soft hands. • intensely moisturizes • softens and smooths dry hands • 95% naturally derived* SHOP NOW THE AVEDA MISSION 5,000 years of results our earliest roots lie in Ayurveda, the Indian healing tradition based on the knowledge of life and the interconnectedness of all things. it has proven, over 5,000 years, that treating the whole person leads to greater balance and well-being, so we consider the effects of our products not only on hair or skin but on body, mind, and emotion. ​ In keeping with Ayurvedic principles—and because of our concern for the Earth—Aveda is committed to using organic ingredients. This has led to another Ayurvedic partnership—between Aveda and the Indian firm, Nisarga. Nisarga—which means “nature” in Sanskrit—grows Ayurvedic herbs with organic agriculture. We have partnered with them to obtain organic turmeric and amla for use in some of our products including Invati™ Solutions for Thining Hair. Nisarga employs an environmentally friendly extraction method using CO2, which leaves no toxic residues and works at a lower temperature—yielding highly potent extracts. Because of the company's concern about the dangers of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, Nisarga works to encourage farmers to convert to organic agriculture. They have held regular educational seminars for about 35,000 farmers over the years, convincing many to go organic. Nisarga pays the organic certification costs for the farmers they partner with and also provides educational support to help make the conversion successful. ​