Terry Swan
SALON OWNER / MASTER STYLIST / RED SEAL INTERPROVINCIAL JOURNEYPERSON
What would you like people to know about you?
I’ve been passionate about the beauty industry for as long as I can remember. I love this business and work hard to keep my skills sharp. Over the years I have engaged in professional development both on my own and with my team, and have traveled extensively to pursue ongoing education. This has allowed me to be able to offer the newest trends as well as timeless classics. I am not afraid of a challenge, and when guests come in looking for something I have not done before, I put in the time and effort to find the right look and make it happen for them. I have done hair for weddings, graduations, anniversaries and even for Halloween costumes. The variety of expression that can be achieved with hair and my wonderful guests are what keep me engaged and excited to come to work every day.
What can guests expect when they visit you at the salon?
Guests can expect a welcoming experience where their beauty goals are listened to and met, while sharing a laugh or two. I think building trust through positive relationships is the most important part of my day. A person’s hair is an expression of who they are, and putting their trust in my skill is something I never take for granted. Men’s cuts, balayage, foilyage, colours, updos, perms; unusual requests are welcome!
What’s your favorite beauty trend of all time?
This is a hard question because my favorite trend is always changing. Right now, I love texture waves, foilyage. Such beautiful trends. But if pressed for an all-time favorite trend, I would say a classic bob. Timeless. Perfect.
What’s one thing you cannot live without?
Travel. And fitness. Okay that’s two things.
When not at work, where can people expect to find you?
I love to be active, so you’ll rarely see me sitting around (except maybe for a nice dinner). I have a diverse group of good friends and love to combine travel, education and discovery of new places with people I care about. Typically, you can find me engaged in any one of a number of fitness activities, working on a project or hosting supper at my home for friends, family or Shear Ex staff.