The Pistachio Diary
Pistachio wants to help you with your school dances!
Attention High School Students! Pistachio would like to help you get ready for your school dances! Book with us for your up-do and make-up and receive $10 off your total. Space is limited, so call (760) 230-4880 to make your appointment today!
Pistachio’s 2nd Annual New Year’s Party
Last Sunday was Pistachio’s 2nd annual New Year’s party and, keeping with tradition, this year’s party was a fantastic experience for everyone who came. We celebrated the new year at The Terrace Inn in Carlsbad, just off the beach. It was a wonderful opportunity for our staff to get together and get to know each other’s significant others, loved ones and friends. The food was great, and the staff was friendly. It’s a really beautiful hotel and the views of the beach and the ocean were breathtaking. It was great to see everyone there, and we’re looking forward to a … Continue reading
New Safe Urban Smooth and Curling System from Redken
Now available at Pistachio! It’s a brand new year, and we’ve got the perfect way to start it off: Redken’s brand new Shape Control system! These new collections come in two flavors; One for straightening hair (Urban Smooth) and another for making those curls and waves (Urban Curls). Shape Control is fantastic because it achieves Brazilian keratin treatment results without the use of Formaldehyde (an irritant and a carcinogenic that can cause serious health risks if inhaled). The Pistachio Urban Smooth service provides: Ultimate straight, smooth results that last Volume and frizz control, even at high humidity levels Thermally reconditioned … Continue reading
Eufora Conditioning Party
A huge thank you for all who came to Pistachio’s first Eufora Conditioning Party! The girls had a blast sharing their Eufora knowledge and being able to provide an amazing deep conditioning for your hair, as well as a fantastic blow-dry. We used Urgent Repair Replenishing treatment, which is for dry damaged hair but works with all hair types. We also added a keratin protein to give your hair the added strength it needs for these winter months. If you were unable to make it to the party please give us a call at the salon and book your … Continue reading
Teen Specials
Perfect for your teenager! Includes a consultation, haircut, and style, all at a special rate of only $40 for girls and $20 for boys! Available for new clients aged 13-18 only with participating stylists on Tuesdays. Good until Tuesday, 27th of December, 2011
Styling Tools For Success Class
Bring your own styling tools, and with the help of our experts learn how to style your hair. We’ll teach you tips to customize your own looks for the holiday season. Great to do with groups of friends before any occassion! Appointment only. $35 per person with participating stylist only. Days: Thursdays From: Thursday, 10th of November, 2011 To: Saturday, 31st of December, 2011
Rhonda Allison Skin Brightening System
Includes Cleanser, Moisturizer Serum, and Toner Priced at $64. That’s 10% in holiday savings! Good until Saturday, 31st of December, 2011
$45 – $99 Hair Special
Pistachio is happy to introduce a choice of partial highlights and a hair cut or one color process with a cut for only $99. What’s more, up-dos and women’s haircuts are only $45 and family clients are entitled to $10 off boutique purchases of $60 or more for that special accessory to really make your outfit pop! Good until Saturday, 31st of December, 2011
Conditioner Treatment Day
Experience the power of Eufora products that incorporate scientifically proven botanical extracts that benefit hair and skin. Reserve your spot! $20 includes a shampoo and style and 10% off your purchase. Bring a friend and both receive a gift! By appointment only; limited space. Only on Thursday, 8th of December, 2011
Line and Dot sale! One day only!
Come on into Pistachio this Tuesday for 20% off Line and Dot’s Sheer Brown Patterned Blouse. One day only, come on in for savings at your favorite boutique!
Davines Holiday Box
Includes Shampoo, Conditioner, and Nourishing Repair Mask. Starting at $52 – $68. That’s 10% – 20% off! Good until Saturday, 31st of December, 2011
Eufora Touch Up Tinted Texturizing Dry Shampoo
Choose from Clear, Light, and Dark hair. Covers grays, absorbs oil and extends the life of your blow out by adding volume and texture. Priced at $29 each, that’s 10% in holiday savings! Good until Saturday, 31st of December, 2011
San Elijo Hills Expo
This year’s San Elijo Hills Neighborhood Expo was held last Saturday, and Pistachio had the pleasure to attend and talk to some of the residents of the community, many of whom are Pistachio clients! We had a table with some of the products from our boutique, as well as some coupons for new clients and our own raffle. The raffle winners have won a free haircut at Pistachio, and we look forward to seeing them soon. For those interested, we also have a new events page coming within the next few days that will be regularly updated with upcoming events happening … Continue reading
Eufora Global Connection 2011
Pistachio Hair Studio has been offering Eufora products since day one for a good reason, and just recently some of our stylists got to experience exactly what caught, and held our attention in the first place. The Eufora Global Connection is an annual event, and this year’s was held at the prestigious Hilton Marina San Diego Bay Front. Pistachio proudly participated, along with salon owners and top stylists from around the continent. Our very own Kristyn Otto was a smashing success on the main stage as she modeled some of the hair styles that were being taught and perfected by … Continue reading
Pistachio participates in community boutique event
The Rancho Carrillo neighborhood had a community boutique event today, and Pistachio was there as well! We showed off some of our jewelry, handbags, dresses and other clothes, and some other picks from our boutique. We saw many of our long time clients, as well as a couple of new people who were interested! It was a really great opportunity, and we hope to see everyone again! (A good place would be our upcoming Do It Yourself Class!)
Do It Yourself Class on October 25th!
Please join us for an evening of fun and education at Pistachio’s premiere “Do it Yourself” class! You will learn how to better manage your hair at home and how to stay in style during the upcoming holiday season, as well as in between your appointments. Pistachio’s expert stylists will be teaching blow dry, curling iron, and styling techniques. There will be a Q&A session followed by hands-on demonstrations while our stylists observe and offer advice. There will also have special discounts on styling tools, shampoo and conditioner for this event only! There is no charge to attend, but space … Continue reading
Eufora’s Powder Lift is in!
Trying to get big voluminous hair, but nothing seem to work? Powder Lift from Eufora is the answer! All you have to do is sprinkle a little just below the roots, shake your hair up, and wala! VOLUPTUOUS hair! You can also use this product if you feel like your roots are getting a little greasy. All you need to do is sprinkle the product, and the powder will absorb the grease and make it look – and feel – like you just did your hair!
Fall 2011′s must-have color trend: a touch of honey
This fall’s color trend is all about soft warmth. Blondes? Warm up your sun-drenched summer locks with a low maintenance honey blond hue. For brunettes, heat up your tresses with a few honey highlights around your face. Red heads should take advantage of splashes of warm, honey blonde to add depth and interest. For black and dark brown locks, consult with one our trusted colorists about the best honey shade for you. As always, you can book your appointment online or by calling the salon at (760) 230 4880.
Protecting your hair color
Fall is upon us! If you’re switching your hair color to a darker shade, make sure you get the right products to protect it! Eufora’s unique, patented color-locking formula will help to prevent your color from fading and turning gray, making sure that your hair will continue to look as good as the day it was done. Talk to your stylist about the color locking formula before it starts to fade, and make sure you book your appointment in advance to avoid the holiday rush.
The secret behind Gwyneth Paltrow’s “straight edgy” look
The key ingredient to Gwyneth Paltrow’s “straight edgy” Emmys look? Essential Oil – Learn how to do it yourself after the break:
Flamboyage by Davines
Pistachio is looking forward to the introduction of the newest innovation in hair-color; Flamboyage by Davines. Being seen all over the runway and magazines, this innovative technique is the key to the natural, grown-out highlighted look that you’ve seen everywhere. It breaks the mold of the traditional color touch-up and highlight while maintaining a natural, stylish look. If you’re ready for a change, whether it’s drastic or subtle, you can look forward to this breakthrough being introduced to the Pistachio team on November 14th. Make sure you prebook your appointment now so you don’t miss out on having your hair … Continue reading
New “skinny” jewelry in the boutique
Come check out our new “Skinny” jewelry by Jessica Elliot, now in the Pistachio Boutique! You can come see this, as well as other Fall specials in the store, and don’t forget to book your hair appointment before the holiday rush!
Pictures from the Chamber of Commerce Expo
Pistachio’s participation at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Expo was an outstanding success! We had a ton of fun and really enjoyed the event! Thanks for all Chamber members for stopping by our booth, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Congratulations to Joann Villegas! She entered the Davines World Style Contest, and has made it to the semifinals! The top ten semifinalists get submitted to Italy! Wish her luck!
Carlsbad Business Expo
Pistachio will be out at the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Business Expo this Monday, September 12th, at the La Costa Resort with our own booth. Drop by and say “hi” while some of our highly trained stylists give fashion advice and tips!
Pistachio Anniversary Gifts – Come and Get it!
During the month of August, Pistachio Hair Studio is celebrating its one year anniversary. To show our appreciation to our valuable clients, we are offering complementary gift bags for the first 100 guests who make a purchase of $60 or more. Stop in and help us celebrate in style! Offer ends August 31. 2011
L’Oreal’s Latest Summer Time Trends
It’s time to get excited about the upcoming L’Oreal class! It will be held on Monday July 25th from 4pm until 6pm. We will be having two stylists hosting a mini hair show for us, Andrea Duggan and Lauren Jefferies. One will be demonstrating the latest L’Oreal hair cuts while the other will be demonstrating the latest in hair styling. Hope to see you there!
During the month of JULY! $5 Bucks for you Bottles SPECIAL!!
Pistachio Hair Studio is having a bottle swap special. For every one bottle that you bring in, you will receive $5 off any Eufora or Davines hair care products.* *Exchanged bottles must be half way full or more with product. Minimum exchange size of eight ounces for shampoos, ten ounces for conditioners, and two ounces for styling products. Exchanges are good for Davines or Eufora products only and exclude like-kind exchanges for these same brands. Offer expires July 31, 2011. Stop into Pistachio and take advantage of this SPECIAL offer!!!
Pistachio Hair Studio’s Father’s Day Special
Need a last minute Father’s Day gift? Stop by Pistachio and receive 20% off our Hero men’s haircare line. Sale starts Friday, 6/17/11. Happy Fathers Day!
From commercial to runway in the same day
Last Monday at Pistachio, Robear Landeros introduced 5 different looks from one head of hair. Robear is a world famous educator for Davines and has worked on numerous celebrity clients, including Jennifer Aniston, Salma Hayek, Christina Aguilera. The afternoon was based around a technique that Robear created to help his clients go from a basic style to a more avant garde look for weddings and other special events. He utilized many different techniques, including the possibility of extensions within an updo style. The class represented a progression from the awards party to the after party, and these are styles that … Continue reading
Pistachio Contributes to Local Charity Event For Lucas’ Heart Transplant
Pistachio Hair Studio is proud to announce its participation in an upcoming charity event to help Lucas Valencia, 14. Lucas is in need of a heart transplant and local volunteers aim to raise $50,000 to help with his surgical expenses. Lucas was born with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy a year ago and family, friends and Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) have since been working to raise the funds for Valencia’s surgery. The funds will pay for additional non-insurance covered expenses related to the transplant that will cost about $500,000. To aid in this effort, Pistachio will be hosting its own charity drive … Continue reading
Pistachio Pre-Tea Fundraiser for Rancho Carrillo Elementary School
Pistachio Hair Studio and Fashion Boutique is proud to announce our premiere charity event to support Rancho Carrillo Elementary School in Carlsbad, California. Due to unexpected budget cuts, many local schools have been hit by the lack of funding. To help bridge this gap, Pistachio Hair Studio is organizing a Pre- Tea Fundraiser Party for Rancho Carrillo Elementary. The team at Pistachio will be doing blow dry styles for only $30. All proceeds raised by the stylists at this event will go directly to the school to help fund the children’s activities and supplies. Pistachio Fashion Boutique is also donating … Continue reading
Pistachio’s Reception Wall gets a Facelift!
Just In! Pistachio’s Reception Wall Gets a Face lift Come check out Pistachio Hair Studio’s new sign! This state of the art unique sign portrays Pistachio’s contemporary flare and style. The shears represent our dedication and commitment to our trade, as well as our cutting-edge services provided by our team of experienced stylists. Come check out what Pistachio has to offer in the month of April!
Sidewalk Sunday with Pistachio
San Elijo Hills is Hosting a “Sidewalk Sunday” Event and Pistachio Hair Studio will be participating with a booth. The event will be held in the Town Square of San Elijo Hills Community on Sunday March 13th from 10:30am – 1:30pm. The Town Square shops will be offering amazing deals during the event and over 30 local businesses will be displaying in the square. There will be jumpies, face painting, and other activities. We will be handing out flyers and coupons, running a raffle for new client sign ups to win a free haircut, offering complimentary consultations, bang trims, men’s … Continue reading
Pistachio’s 2010 Holiday Party
Click here to watch the video! With the holiday season already in full swing, Pistachio decided to celebrate in style by hosting its own holiday party. With the salon looking like something out of a winter wonderland, guests were invited to come and enjoy an evening of fashion, hair care, and friends. The salon opened at 6, and the night of fun began! Guests got haircare advice from Pistachio’s highly trained stylists, whom were demonstrating proper maintenance and styling techniques throughout the night. Stylists also answered questions about haircare, all in an effort to keep everyone’s hair looking as healthy … Continue reading
Holiday Skincare Special
As the weather gets colder, it becomes more and more important that you take care of your skin. The cold weather can seriously damage your skin, leading to a dried out appearance. One of the most effective ways to keep your skin radiant and healthy is through regular skin care. With this in mind, Pistachio is proud to offer a deep cleansing and extremely hydrating “Holiday Glow” facial. This special treatment will help to protect your skin from the damaging effects of winter, as well as provide a beautiful glow that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Call ahead … Continue reading
Pistachio’s Powerdose Party
Pistachio hosted its first Powerdose event, and the party was a big hit! The L’Oreal Powerdose line is a series of powerful, rinse-out repair treatments with long lasting results that help to restore and prolong the color of the hair. It’s always a huge hit with stylists and clients alike. Available only at fine salons, Powerdose is a great treat for your hair. It can be added to any service, and is a surefire way to make your hair soft, shiny, and luxurious for that important meeting or special event. Throughout the evening, Pistachio staff served wine and hors d’euvre, … Continue reading
‘Soft Opening’ a Success
Monday, Aug. 9 marked the first opening of Pistachio Hair Studio & Fashion Boutique. The event went quite smoothly, thanks to all the hard work, planning and cooperation of the team members. Our deep gratitude must also go to our valued clients, both existing and new, and all the wonderful surrounding communities that have welcomed the new salon/day spa to their midst. Very pleasantly surprised, we’re proud to report that nearly all our stylist/esthetician positions are as of this writing filled, and we’re now building a waiting list for future openings. Further, the ‘Small but Special’ Pistachio boutique was very … Continue reading
The Home Stretch
With less than a week remaining to Pistachio’s first opening on Monday, Aug. 9, the salon project has exceeded our expectations in almost every aspect. After numerous presentations and interviews, an impressive initial team of stylists, estheticians and receptionists has been assembled to kick off ‘Pistachio’ in grand style. More of these specialists will be brought onboard in the weeks and months ahead. Even a professional fashion buyer/consultant has been retained to set up our ‘small but special’ boutique, and to ensure that it performs as a productive and fun element of the new salon. The studio itself has also … Continue reading
Working Fast
Construction work at our conveniently located salon at Melrose Plaza is running ahead of schedule, we’re happy to report. The sub-floor infrastructure is all done and drywall is up nearly everywhere. Next on the to-do list are the electrical, lighting and sound systems to be followed by elaborate furnishings and decor. An outwardly indication of this brisk rate of progress is the installation of our main sign on one of the shopping center’s prominent towers. Pistachio’s branding effort is aided immensely by this eye-catching display created by Western Sign Systems of San Marcos. Furthermore, Pistachio management has leased office space … Continue reading
Recruitment Drive Kicks Off
Moving rapidly toward our first opening in early August, we have begun processing applications for various positions: Stylists desiring booth-rentals or commission arrangements, estheticians, stylist assistants and support staff. Interested individuals can [apply online] and prequalify to attend our upcoming series of recruitment presentations. You will learn more about all that Pistachio has to offer and review our limited-time special programs for joining the Pistachio team
Starting From Scratch
We’re delighted to bring you the very first glance at Pistachio’s purpose-built hair and skin studio. The clean-sheet design is now underway by construction crews headed by Dave Norman of Beach City Builders. As can be seen, the generous floor space (2,400 sq. ft.) is matched by high ceilings to create an airy and uplifting work environment.
Pistachio is looking forward to the introduction of the newest innovation in hair-color; Flamboyage by Davines. Being seen all over the runway...