Hayli Wanins, Omaha Stylist | Garbo's Stylist Spotlight

Hayli Winans’ career began at Garbo’s just about three years ago (she’ll celebrate her anniversary in March!). Her friend told her about the salon and mentioned that she should look into it if she was interested. After a great interview with our owner, Hayli got to work behind her new chair!

It’s always fun to learn what brought people to Garbo’s and to watch them grow behind the chair. Hayli is this month’s stylist spotlight because she is working extremely hard to build her business. Anyone who puts in the extra work to bring in new clients deserves to be recognized!

How long have you been a stylist at Garbo’s Salon and Spa and what made you want to work there?

I have been a stylist at Garbos for 3 years in March! I had a friend who worked here and loved it. After meeting with Darcy [the owner of Garbo’s Salon and Spa] I knew Garbo’s is where I wanted to be to grow my career!

Why did you choose to be a hairstylist and why do you love it?

I have wanted to be a hairstylist since middle school, I’ve just always been amazed by the difference somebody’s hair can make in their life. Being able to make someone feel so good about themselves to the point where they are ecstatic about how they look is the most awesome feeling!

What is your favorite service to provide to your clients?

I love updos and downstyles, loose boho styles are my favorite, I love the energy and excitement that comes with weddings and other special occasions where I get to help someone feel beautiful! I also love highlights and balayage – pretty, dimensional hair is the best but if you don’t love the harsh grow out of highlighting, balayage can still give tons of dimension without the high maintenance upkeep. I also love men’s cuts! They are super detailed and the look of a smooth fade is one of the most satisfying things for me to do! Lashes are right up there too! I really couldn’t pick a favorite!

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What is the biggest challenge you encounter as a hairstylist and how do you overcome it?

Being a hairstylist is too commonly thought of as not a “real job”. That it’s just a fun job that allows you to play with hair all day. However, in reality, it is more physically and emotionally demanding than many other careers but the bonds you build with your clients who truly appreciate you make it all worth it!

In your opinion, what does it take to become a successful hairstylist?

Dedication to the industry. You really have to want to be a hairstylist to be a successful one. As fun as it is, it takes a lot of work to build a clientele and it’s easy to get discouraged during slow times of the year. Therefore, if you’re not 100% dedicated you won’t be successful in the industry.

Is there anything else you would like our readers to know?

When you look your best you feel your best, and when you feel your best you do your best. Investing in your hair can really change your life!

Hayli Winans’ Instagram is @haylishair – she shows off her hair and beauty work there so I would recommend giving it a follow!

If you’re interested in booking an appointment with Hayli you can find her at our Regency location. You can schedule an appointment with her by calling 402.391.2333 or by booking her online.

Hayli Winans’ services include: Haircuts, colors, extensions, smoothing treatments, special occasion styling, eyelash extensions, waxing, makeup and pedicures.

Thanks as always for reading!

Sending love,

Maddie