Holistic Hair Care & Scalp Health Specialists
Healthy hair begins with a healthy scalp. At Babes Holistic Hair Salon, we focus on identifying the underlying causes of hair thinning, shedding, and scalp concerns so we can restore balance and support natural hair growth.
Many hair issues begin beneath the surface. When the scalp becomes inflamed, clogged, or imbalanced, hair follicles may struggle to produce strong, healthy strands. By evaluating the condition of your scalp and understanding what may be affecting your hair health, we can recommend the most effective path forward.
Through a combination of trichology knowledge, holistic scalp treatments, and healthy hair care practices, we create personalized treatment plans designed to support stronger, healthier hair and long-term scalp wellness.
What We Offer
Every service begins with understanding your scalp health.
Rather than treating symptoms alone, we identify the underlying factors that may be affecting your hair growth and develop a personalized treatment plan designed to restore balance to the scalp.
We help clients identify and address a wide range of scalp and hair conditions such as:
• Traction Alopecia
• Androgenetic Alopecia
• Diffuse Thinning
• Telogen Effluvium
• Seborrheic Dermatitis
• Dandruff and scalp flaking
• Fungal scalp infections
• Scalp inflammation and irritation
• Scarring alopecia
• Hair breakage and shaft disorders
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During your consultation, we take a comprehensive look at factors that influence scalp and hair health. This includes:
• Your current scalp condition
• Hair density and growth patterns
• Lifestyle habits and hair care routines
• Possible medical, hormonal, or nutritional influencesThis thorough evaluation helps us identify potential causes of hair or scalp concerns and allows us to recommend the most appropriate next steps.
Before Your Consultation
To ensure the most accurate scalp analysis, please follow these guidelines before your appointment:
• Do not shampoo your hair on the day of your appointment
• Bring copies of any recent blood work, if available
• Bring a list of medications or supplements you currently takeThis information helps us better understand factors that may be affecting your hair and scalp health.
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A healthy scalp environment is essential for strong hair growth.
This treatment focuses on:
• removing buildup from the scalp
• exfoliating dead skin cells
• improving scalp circulation
• restoring balance to the scalpA series of treatments may be recommended depending on the condition of the scalp.
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For clients experiencing significant thinning or hair loss, we create customized hair restoration programs.
These programs are designed to:
• support follicle health
• strengthen existing hair
• encourage healthy growth cycles
• maintain scalp balanceEach program is based on the findings of your scalp consultation.
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Maintaining healthy hair requires techniques that protect both the scalp and the hair shaft.
Our natural hair services focus on:
• low-tension styling methods
• protective styles
• strengthening treatments
• healthy hair maintenanceThese services support long-term hair strength while reducing stress on the follicles
Caring for Your Hair from Root to Style.
Caring for Your Hair from Root to Style.
Our Process
Consultation & Scalp Evaluation
We begin by learning about your hair concerns and evaluating the condition of your scalp.
Identify Contributing Factors
Through scalp analysis and discussion, we identify factors that may be affecting your hair growth.
Personalized Treatment Plan
A customized care plan is developed to support scalp balance and healthier hair.
Ongoing Care & Education
We continue to guide you through your hair care journey while monitoring progress and adjusting treatments when needed.
Appointment Scheduling
To ensure every client receives the proper service and personalized care, appointments should be scheduled in advance. Some services, such as color, extensions, or scalp consultations, may require a consultation prior to booking so we can properly evaluate your hair and scalp needs. A deposit is required to secure all appointments. Deposits are applied toward your service and help ensure availability for each client.
If you are experiencing hair thinning, scalp irritation, or hair loss concerns, we recommend beginning with a Trichology Scalp Consultation. This allows us to better understand what may be affecting your hair and determine the most appropriate care plan.
Before Your Consultation
To help us provide the most accurate scalp evaluation, please follow these guidelines before your appointment:
• Do not shampoo your hair on the day of your appointment
• Bring copies of any recent blood work if available
• Bring a list of medications or supplements you currently take
This information helps us better understand factors that may influence your hair and scalp health.
Cancellation Policy
We kindly ask that any cancellations or rescheduling requests be made at least 48 hours before your appointment. This allows us to offer the appointment time to other guests.
Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable for missed appointments or late cancellations.
MEET THE OWNER
Barbara Grissom is the founder and owner of Babes Holistic Hair Salon, located at 3117 N. Broad Street in Philadelphia. Since starting her career in 1980 and later opening her first salon in 1992, she has dedicated her career to helping clients improve both their appearance and hair health.
Barbara’s passion for beauty and wellness extends beyond styling. Her certification in trichology allows her to provide deeper insight into hair loss and scalp concerns while helping clients understand the factors that influence healthy hair growth.
She has also served the cosmetology community as a Pennsylvania State Board Examiner, cosmetology educator, and advisory board member for the School District of Philadelphia.
Her mission is to help clients improve both their inner and outer beauty through education, holistic care, and personalized attention.