How to Choose the Best Salon Towels
With every place, humans associate an emotion—a feeling.
With your mom’s kitchen, you might associate warmth; the smell of cookies and chilli, or you might associate the smell of books and coffee with your dad’s study. Similarly, people associate a feeling of calm and relaxation with salons and spas. The ambience is hence an important aspect of any salon. Tools are an important part of your ambience and towels are an important one. Read on to find out how to pick the most luxurious towels and on a budget!
There is strength in numbers
Buy in bulk. This not only makes sure you have a sufficient number of towels, but many sites and businesses offer discounts on bulk items.
However, if you are new to buying supplies, check to find if the business offers samples. Get different sizes and colours for different areas of the salon; this helps identify and sort. But it always helps to choose a signature colour. If you want, the towels can be embroidered with the logo of your business. They look chic and professional!
How to choose
The first thing to catch the eye is the colour.
To make sure that the sage green you chose (because it’s calming) doesn’t look like a dish towel in a month, it is important to choose the right material.
For salon towels, four things are required:
- Withstand harsh chemical, like hair dyes;
- Bleach-safe;
- Long-lasting;
- Soft
The best idea is to invest once in high-quality towels. The towels must be tightly woven with a high thread count specified for heavy use.
Double turned edges and advanced hemming help keep the towel together after multiple washes. Keep loops in mind when buying as more loops mean more durability and absorb more.
It is advisable to go for slightly larger size to prevent any shrinking from affecting your size in the first wash. Bleach-free towels have durability and are thicker which means they can withstand salon use. But it also pays to be smart. Evaluate what purposes require which types. You can use
hotel bath towels for people coming out of the steam baths. For hand towels, you can choose cheaper options that are more functional. Keep in mind any towels that customers interact with should be soft and plush. They are looking for comfort!
The facts
16-inch by 27-inch sizes work well for most salon uses including hair colouring, shampooing and drying whereas for smaller jobs 15-inch by 25-inch towels are suitable. Between 100% cotton and cotton blends, cotton blends keep their shapes and offer the same durability and absorbency.
Avoid recycled cotton as it is considerably less absorbent. Instead opt for microfiber towels which last longer, are more absorbent and chemical resistant. Keep in mind the Grams per Square Meter. This is the density of the towel (standard towels and bathrobes are usually in the range 300 to 800 GSM; other fabrics can have values as low as 100 GSM).
Choose the right vendor
It is always the best idea to choose vendors who specialize in all type of towels. These people are in the best position to offer recommendations and provide discounts to licensed salons. Check whether they have a return policy and also find out if they provide insurance.
Find out more about them. This is why XYZ is a great choice; our customers and clients know us and trust us. As a global business, we have experience designing and producing towels for some of the biggest names in the biz.