Kyoko Nakahara, 48 years old, used to be very busy taking care of her children when she was in her 30s.

When she became 42 years old, her daughter recommended her to go to a hair salon called BEAUTRIUM in Aoyama.

“When I first went to BEAUTRIUM I was surprised to learn about the differences between hairstyle; having short hair because it is easier to take care, and having short hair to be stylish. Since then, for more than 6 years, I go to BEAUTRIUM and my hair done by Mr. Maeda every month.” Kyoko said.

“The image for of hair this time is 80′s style, such as Ryuichi Sakamoto from YMO at that time, and Kate Lanphear today.  It looks difficult to wear but actually it is a short hairstyle for busy women. It is easy for styling. Kyoko has a strong and thick hair, but she can do styling easily with this hairstyle.”

Mr. Maeda explained.

For the bottom and back side of her hair, he cut short with same length of layer, left front top longer. After drying hair, he applied chopping cut and used sliding cut techniques to make the hair to stand up. It looks natural with her black hair by sliding cut which makes natural movement.

The color is simple black, which covers her gray hair and makes her look younger. For styling, after drying the top, putting brilliantine on the hair, make the side and bottom hair tight. Then her cool short hair is done.

“My children are happy to see me with my new hairstyle, that makes me happy. It is good for me to got to BEAUTRIUM every month to get my hair done, talk to Mr. Maeda and staff about hair and beauty.”

Kyoko said.

Having a good hair stylist and favorite hair salon makes one’s life happy and fulfilled.

Hair Salon: BEAUTRIUM 265

Hair stylist: Yuriko Maeda

Photo by Akio Nakamura

Text by Hanako Maruyama