If you have noticed your hair becoming thinner, your part getting wider, or your ponytail feeling smaller, you are not alone. Hair thinning is one of the most common concerns women experience during perimenopause and menopause, but it is also one of the most misunderstood.

In this episode, Sarah shares her personal journey with hair loss, the research that completely changed her understanding of why it happens, and the evidence based treatments that helped her regrow her own hair after years of thinning.

She explains the difference between temporary hair shedding and progressive female pattern hair loss, why so many popular products don't address the real problem, and what women should discuss with their doctor before spending money on expensive treatments.

Whether you are just beginning to notice changes or have been struggling with thinning hair for years, this episode offers practical information to help you better understand what is happening beneath the surface.

• HERS: https://www.forhers.com

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Thank you for being here for this new chapter. Sarah is excited to continue growing, learning, and connecting with you in the episodes ahead. ❤️

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Have you ever purchased a perfume you loved in the store, only to get home and realize it wasn't the one?

In this episode, Sarah sits down with makeup artist, beauty educator, and fragrance enthusiast Mandy Davis to dive deep into the fascinating world of perfume. Mandy shares how she went from owning just a few fragrances to building a collection of more than 140 bottles, and explains why finding your signature scent is about so much more than simply smelling a perfume at the department store.

You will learn why fragrances change throughout the day, how skin chemistry affects the way a perfume wears, why sampling is essential before investing in a full bottle, and how scent has the incredible ability to transport us back to cherished memories.

Whether you are brand new to fragrance or already obsessed, this conversation will leave you inspired to discover scents that truly tell your story.

https://matiere-premiere.com/products/french-flower

https://www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com/fragrances/armani-prive/

https://fragrancedubois.com/products/new-york-5th-avenue

https://www.luckyscent.com/product/33929/dincanto-by-profumum

https://www.maisoncrivelli.com/products/patchouli-magnetik

Born To Stand Out – Sugar Addict

https://www.luckyscent.com/brand/917/born-to-stand-out

One of Mandy's favorite fragrances for layering with floral scents.

LuckyScent

https://www.luckyscent.com

Twisted Lily

https://twistedlily.com

Sorce

https://shopsorce.com

Ormonde Jayne

https://ormondejayne.com

Refinery Fragrance

Podcast Recommendation

On the Scent Podcast

YouTube

https://www.youtube.com/@MandyDavisMUA

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/mandydavismua/

TikTok

https://www.tiktok.com/@mandydavisbeauty

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After a season of reflection and a much needed hiatus, Sarah is back behind the microphone. In this heartfelt episode, she shares why she stepped away, what she has learned during the break, and the new direction for Lessons From Your Hairstylist moving forward.

From career pivots and personal reinvention to embracing midlife with confidence and curiosity, Sarah opens up about the lessons she is learning in this chapter of life, and why she believes the best may still be ahead.

✨ You are not stuck where you are today.

✨ The second half of life isn't about slowing down, it's about becoming more intentional.

✨ Your next chapter doesn't have to look like anyone else's.

✨ Most people are carrying struggles, questions, and insecurities that are far more common than they realize.

✨ Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is simply show up and begin again.

Moving forward, Sarah will be sharing more personal stories, lessons from behind the chair, insights on beauty and confidence, conversations about midlife, and practical strategies for creating a life that feels aligned and fulfilling.

You will also continue to hear from inspiring guests whose stories, expertise, and experiences can help you navigate your own journey.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend. Your support helps more women discover the conversations, encouragement, and inspiration they are looking for.

Thank you for being here for this new chapter. Sarah is excited to continue growing, learning, and connecting with you in the episodes ahead. ❤️

Have a topic you would love covered on the podcast? Be sure to reach out and share your ideas for future episodes.

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In today’s episode, Sarah dives into the very real world of hair texture struggles, frizz, humidity headaches, and the treatment so many clients ask her about, the Brazilian Blowout. After finally getting one herself she is sharing exactly what it is, who it is for, what’s inside it, and how to know whether it is the right move for your hair.

If you have ever wondered why your hair gets puffy by noon, why it won’t swing or lay nicely, or why blow drying takes forever, this breakdown will help you understand whether a smoothing service could actually change your daily routine.

Sarah shares exciting updates about the upcoming digital systems and frameworks designed for freelance artists and beauty professionals. These tools are being built to help you save time, elevate your client experience, and run your business more smoothly, without reinventing the wheel.

Please leave a rating and review, it helps more listeners find the show and supports the podcast in a huge way. 💕

If you have noticed more hair in your brush or shower drain lately and you have wavy, curly, or coily hair, don’t panic. You are not going bald. Your hair is simply responding to seasonal changes in daylight, hormones, and humidity. But because textured hair behaves differently from straight hair, shedding can look more dramatic.

In this episode, Sarah breaks down exactly why seasonal shedding hits curls harder and how you can support your hair from the inside out, so your texture stays strong, defined, and thriving all season long.

🧴 Key Products Mentioned: 

Pro Products Available at https://studiogaven.com/

• Kérastase Curl Manifesto Bain Hydratation Douceur
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• Kérastase Masque Réhydratant
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• Kérastase Potentialiste Scalp Serum
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• Redken Amino-Mint Scalp Shampoo
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• Redken Acidic Bonding Concentrate Mask
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• Pureology Hydrate Shampoo & Conditioner
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• Pureology Strength Cure Mask
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• Shu Uemura Urban Moisture Mask

Additional products Mentioned:

• Mielle Rosemary Oil
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• Argan / jojoba / grapeseed oils
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• Heeta Scalp Brush
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• Satin bonnet / silk pillowcase
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• Microfiber towel (Aquis)
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• Steam cap
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• Diffuser attachment
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• Wide-tooth detangling comb
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• Nutrafol Women’s Core

✨ Final Thoughts

Seasonal shedding is natural, but with the right internal support, scalp care, and hydration routine, it doesn’t have to derail your curls. Support your hormones, keep your scalp oxygenated, and hydrate consistently and your hair will respond beautifully.

Questions or topic ideas? Reach out- Sarah would love to answer, and your question might even become a future episode.

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It’s fall, which means many of us see more hair in the brush and shower. In this episode, Sarah explains the real biology behind seasonal shedding (melatonin/cortisol shifts → more follicles in “rest” phase), how stress compounds it, and what to do before the shed hits so it stays mild and temporary. By the end of this episode you will have an inside out plan: supplements and habits to stabilize your system, a scalp care routine that keeps follicles clear and calm, and topical options to nudge growth.

Pro lines (shop here) or their respective websites:

• Pureology • Kérastase • Redken → studiogaven.com

Amazon items:

• Act + Acre Scalp Detox / Peptide Treatment 
• Nutrafol Women / Women’s Balance
• Women’s Rogaine 5% foam
• Mielle Rosemary Mint Oil
• Briogeo rosemary pre-wash oil
• The Ordinary Multi-Peptide Serum
• Scalp massage brush
• Vitamin D3 / Stress B-Complex / plant-based iron + C

Questions or topic ideas? Reach out- Sarah would love to answer, and your question might even become a future episode.

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In this episode of Lessons from Your Hairstylist, Sarah breaks down one of the most common color frustrations: “Why does my hair keep turning red/orange?” With a simple, no-jargon explanation, she walks through natural undertones, what “gray” hair really is, and the real differences between permanent, demi-permanent, and semi-permanent color so you can keep brass at bay and love your shade longer.

For Beauty Pros (Sneak Peek)

Sarah’s building a plug and play resource hub for artists and teams: client email sequences, contracts, forms, plus step-by-step workflows that will be available à la carte or bundled. Built from real, behind the scenes systems so you don’t have to reinvent the wheel.

Reach out- Sarah would love to answer! Your question might even become a future podcast episode topic.

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Website: lessonsfromyourhairstylist.com

Please rate and review (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️) and share with a friend who’s battling brass! It truly helps others discover the show.

After a summer hiatus, Sarah Crews is back behind the mic with a fresh perspective. In this comeback episode of Lessons from a Hairstylist, Sarah shares what she has been up to, what is ahead for the podcast, and a few expert styling secrets that every listener will want to take notes on.

Sarah also teases an exciting project she is building for fellow hairstylists and makeup artists- a digital resource hub packed with:

• Professionally written client communication templates
• Contracts and forms built from real world experience
• Step by step workflows to simplify every part of running a beauty business
• Tools and systems that can save countless hours (and headaches)

Whether you are freelancing solo or building a team, Sarah’s upcoming framework will help you streamline, scale, and succeed.

Got a hair or business question? Reach out, Sarah would love to answer it, and your question might even become a future podcast episode topic.

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  Website: lessonsfromahairstylist.com

✨ If you enjoyed today’s conversation, please rate and review (⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️) and share with a friend!

In this solo episode, Sarah Crews shares the real, unfiltered story of how she built her hair and makeup company, Black Tie and Blush, from scratch, starting with a passion for wedding and special occasion styling and turning it into a full fledged business with a remote team and thriving artist network.

From navigating messy systems, overwhelming growth, and finally building a streamlined, sustainable business, Sarah takes you behind the scenes of what it really looks like to launch and run a beauty based business without a roadmap.

Whether you are a stylist dreaming of doing your own thing or a creative with a side hustle idea that won’t let go, this episode is full of honesty, encouragement, and valuable lessons.

💄 Learn more about Black Tie and Blush: www.blacktieandblush.com

🎥 Mandy’s YouTube Channel: Mandy Davis MUA

📩 Have questions or thinking of starting your own thing? Reach out via social or through the website.

On this weeks episode Sarah dives into an honest, thoughtful conversation about the shift in salon pricing, specifically the decision many stylists are making to begin charging separately for blowdrying after color or chemical services.

This episode isn’t about defending policies, it is about creating understanding. Whether you are a stylist navigating how to communicate new pricing or a client feeling confused by these changes, Sarah breaks it all down with grace and empathy.

Plus, Sarah shares a little podcast reflection and encouragement to check out past episodes featuring powerful guests, from cancer survivors, to celebrity stylists, therapists, and more.