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65%
Fewer no-shows
Automated reminders reduce missed appointments
40%
More repeat bookings
Timely reminders bring clients back on schedule
8+ hrs
Saved per week
Automate FAQs, reminders, and follow-ups
4x
More Google reviews
Automated requests after every appointment

The Challenges Salon Owners Face

No-Shows & Late Cancellations

Clients forget appointments or cancel last minute, leaving empty chairs and lost revenue.

Constant Phone Calls

Staff spend half their day answering calls about availability and pricing instead of serving clients.

Portfolio Gets No Visibility

Your Instagram is full of amazing transformations, but clients don't see them when deciding to book.

Too Few Google Reviews

Happy clients walk out but never leave reviews. Your Google rating doesn't reflect your quality.

Irregular Rebooking

Clients love their cut but forget to book until their hair is unmanageable — missed recurring revenue.

Promotions Go Unnoticed

Seasonal offers, new services, and special packages don't reach clients who would be interested.

10 Ways App-ening Solves These Problems

Each solution maps to real features you can set up today

1

Appointment Reminders That Cut No-Shows

Sequence Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: Clients book appointments then forget, leaving stylists with empty chairs.

The solution: When an appointment is tagged, automatically send reminders 24 hours and 2 hours before with confirmation option.

Example sequence:
  • Day 0: "Your appointment is confirmed! 💇 [Service] with [Stylist] on [Date] at [Time]. Reply YES to confirm or RESCHEDULE to change."
  • Day 1 (2 hours before): "Hi! Just a reminder — your appointment is in 2 hours. We're looking forward to seeing you! 📍 [Location link]"

Result: No-shows drop by 50-70%, allowing you to optimize your appointment book.

2

Instant Answers to Common Questions

Rule Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: Phone keeps ringing with questions about pricing, timings, and services — pulling staff away from clients.

The solution: Set up keyword-based auto-replies that instantly answer common questions 24/7.

Example rules:
  • "price" / "cost" / "rate": "Here's our service menu with pricing! 💈 Haircut: $30, Color: from $80, Highlights: from $120, Keratin: $200. Reply BOOK to schedule!"
  • "timing" / "hours" / "open": "We're open Tue-Sat 10 AM - 8 PM, Sun 10 AM - 6 PM. Closed Mondays. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments recommended!"
  • "parking" / "location": "We're at [Address]. Free parking available behind the building. Here's the map: [Link]"
  • "book" / "appointment": "To book an appointment, please share: 1. Service needed, 2. Preferred stylist (or no preference), 3. Date & time preference"

Result: 60% fewer phone calls, staff can focus on clients in the chair.

3

Rebooking Reminders for Regular Maintenance

Journey Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: Clients wait too long between appointments, then complain about "damaged ends" or "overgrown roots."

The solution: After each appointment, trigger a journey that reminds them to book their next visit at the optimal time.

Example journey (for haircut clients):
  • Day 21: "Hi! It's been 3 weeks since your last haircut. Most clients book around now to keep their style fresh. Ready to schedule your next trim? Reply BOOK!"
  • Day 28: "Your last haircut was 4 weeks ago. Book this week and we'll throw in a free conditioning treatment!"
💡 Pro tip: Create different sequences for different services — haircuts (4-6 weeks), color (6-8 weeks), keratin (3-4 months).

Result: 30% increase in rebooking rate, more consistent revenue.

4

Showcase Your Work with Visual Marketing

Campaign Pro, Business

The problem: Your best transformations sit on Instagram where only existing followers see them.

The solution: Send campaigns with before/after photos, styling tips, and trend alerts directly to your client list.

Example campaigns:
  • 📸 Before/after transformation photo: "Loving the balayage trend this season! Our colorist Sarah created this gorgeous look. Want something similar? Book now: [Link]"
  • 🎥 Styling tutorial video: "3 ways to style your bob at home! Watch our quick tutorial and tag us in your recreations."
  • ✨ New technique announcement: "We just got certified in the new Brazilian Blowout technique! First 10 bookings get 20% off."

Result: Visual campaigns get 3x more engagement than text-only posts; drives service upgrades.

5

Collect Google Reviews from Happy Clients

Journey Pro, Business

The problem: Clients love their new look but walk out without leaving a review.

The solution: After appointments, ask for a quick rating. Route happy clients to Google; route others to private feedback.

Example journey with conditional branching:
  • Step 1: "How did we do today? Rate your experience 1-5 (5 = loved it!)"
  • Step 2 (if 4-5): "Yay! We're so happy you loved it! 💕 Would you mind sharing a quick Google review? It helps others find us: [Google Review Link]"
  • Step 2 (if 1-3): "We're sorry we didn't meet your expectations. Could you share what went wrong? Our manager will personally follow up."

Result: 4x more Google reviews, improved local SEO, and early warning on service issues.

6

New Client Welcome & Consultation

Journey Pro, Business

The problem: New clients arrive and you know nothing about their preferences, hair history, or expectations.

The solution: When new clients are added, trigger a welcome journey that gathers key information before their visit.

Example journey:
  • Step 1: "Welcome to [Salon Name]! 💇‍♀️ We're excited to have you. To give you the best experience, could you share: What service are you most interested in? 1. Haircut, 2. Color, 3. Styling/Treatment, 4. Bridal/Special occasion"
  • Step 2: "Great choice! Do you have a reference photo or style in mind? Feel free to send it here and we'll share with your stylist."
  • Step 3: "Perfect! One last question — any allergies or sensitivities we should know about? (hair dye, fragrances, etc.)"

Result: Stylists are prepared, consultation time is shorter, and first visits become repeat visits.

7

Fill Last-Minute Cancellations

Campaign Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: Client cancels 2 hours before their appointment — that slot is now lost revenue.

The solution: Quickly send a campaign to your "waitlist" or "flexible" contacts offering the open slot at a small discount.

Example campaign:

"⚡ Last-minute opening TODAY at 3 PM! Get 15% off any service if you can make it. First to reply BOOK gets it!"

💡 Workflow tip: Maintain a tag for clients who've indicated they're flexible on timing — target them first for last-minute slots.

Result: Recover 40-60% of cancelled slots instead of losing them entirely.

8

Upsell Premium Services

Sequence Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: Clients always get the same basic service, never trying premium treatments that would benefit their hair.

The solution: After basic service appointments, send educational messages about premium treatments with special first-time pricing.

Example sequence (triggered by "basic-haircut" tag):
  • Day 3: "Did you know? Adding a deep conditioning treatment to your haircut keeps your hair healthier between visits. Try it for just $15 extra on your next appointment!"
  • Day 10: "Your hair type would really benefit from our keratin smoothing treatment. See before/after photos: [Link]. First-time clients get 25% off!"

Result: 20-30% of basic service clients upgrade within 3 months.

9

Birthday & Special Occasion Offers

Sequence Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: You have client birthdays in your system but don't use them for personalized marketing.

The solution: When a birthday tag is added for the month, send a special offer encouraging them to treat themselves.

Example sequence:
  • Day 0: "🎂 Happy Birthday Month! Treat yourself to something special — enjoy 20% off any service + a FREE luxury scalp massage. Valid all month!"
  • Day 15: "Still haven't used your birthday treat? Only 2 weeks left! Book now and look fabulous for your celebrations. 💖"

Result: Birthday offers have 60-70% redemption rate and drive word-of-mouth referrals.

10

Seasonal & Ramazanday Promotions

Campaign Starter, Pro, Business

The problem: Seasonal opportunities (wedding season, festivals, back-to-school) pass without maximizing bookings.

The solution: Plan campaigns around key seasons when clients are most likely to want to look their best.

Example campaigns:
  • 💒 Wedding season: "Bride-to-be? Book your trial session now and get 10% off your wedding day package. Limited slots for peak season!"
  • 🎄 Ramazanday: "Ramazanday party season is here! Get your color touched up and styled for just $99 (normally $130). Book by Dec 15!"
  • 🎓 Back-to-school: "Fresh start, fresh look! Student haircuts are 25% off this month. Bring your ID and slay the new semester!"
  • 🪔 Yılbaşı/Festival: "Look stunning this Yılbaşı! Full makeover packages starting at $150 — includes hair, makeup, and styling."

Result: Seasonal campaigns can fill your calendar 2-3 weeks in advance during peak periods.

CRM

Your pipeline, pre-configured

Track every client's journey from enquiry to loyal regular. See at a glance who needs follow-up and who's ready to rebook.

New Enquiry
First contact
Booked
Appointment set
Visited
Service completed
Feedback
Review collected
Loyal Regular
Repeat client

CRM Lite add-on: +$10/mo on Pro plan, included in Business

What You Can Achieve

Goal How App-ening Helps Feature
Reduce no-shows Automated appointment reminders with confirmation Sequence
Increase rebooking rate Timed reminders based on service type Journey
Get more Google reviews Smart feedback collection routing happy clients to review Journey
Showcase your work Visual campaigns with before/after photos and videos Campaign
Fill cancelled slots Quick campaigns to flexible clients with flash discounts Campaign
Upsell premium services Educational sequences introducing advanced treatments Sequence
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Pro Plan

$99/month

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The Pro plan is ideal for salons because it includes:

  • Conditional branching in Journeys — Route clients based on feedback scores and preferences
  • Image & video headers in templates — Showcase before/after transformations and tutorials
  • Up to 5,000 contacts — Enough for a growing client base
  • 3 team members — Receptionist, stylists, and owner can all access
  • Unlimited sequences & journeys — Set up all 10 solutions above
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