Darling Electric Salon

Back in that purple tier again Salons can continue to operate with the same restrictions we’ve had in place since reopening in September, but please please please be smart and considerate when you visit us! If you’re traveling, if you’re planning a big holiday gathering with all of your extended family, if you’re feeling sick AT ALL, follow the county health department recommendations and quarantine or test before you come to your appointment. While we’re at it, extend that courtesy to all the service and retail workers you come into contact with. Thanks friends

Pandemic hair weighing you down? Donate it! These lovely locks are going to #childrenwithhairloss Minimun of 8 inches.

We chopped off years worth of old color and got Angela one step closer to rocking a full head of natural silver hair. If this year has you ready to quit color and embrace your natural gorgeousness we can help make that transition a breeze. Styled with @owayorganics #biorichwater and #curlypotion

Make an early am hair appointment to witness our cool wall shadows. Sunshine required.

Monday is the deadline to register online to vote in California (you can still register in person on Election Day!) These are terrifying times and so much is at stake in this election. Vote for the environment, for racial justice, for reproductive rights, for immigrant rights, for LGBTQ rights, for DEMOCRACY for cryin’ out loud. And vote for your local community in the down ballot races! Please and thank you.

Ready to lose that quarantine hair? Maybe it’s time to try something like this sweet shag makeover by @herecomesyourmane

Fresh blonde pixie! Swipe to see what 7 months without a cut or bleach looks like (spoiler: actually pretty cute too)

Not only is it reopening day today, it’s also Alison’s first day with us! We’re so excited to finally welcome her to the team. Follow her at @polaroid_perfect_hair #Repost @polaroid_perfect_hair with @get_repost My first day at @darlingelectric!

Friendly reminder from the City of Berkeley and your friends in the service industry. Help keep us safe so we can keep you safe. Online booking is now open, hit the book button in our profile to reserve your appointment.

It’s official, reopening day is Saturday September 12th! We’re working through quite a waiting list right now so online booking will remain disabled until further notice. If you’re interested in services, please contact us to get on the list. Contact info, COVID-19 safety measures, and more can be found on our website (link in bio). See you soon!

It’s our anniversary! One year ago today we had no idea we were opening a business in what would turn out to be the worst possible year to start a new business, but here we are, still standing. More news to come on our reopening day very soon! Here’s hoping we can celebrate our two year anniversary surrounded by friends

Yup, salons can open indoors in California, but Alameda county and the City of Berkeley have the final say. And right now they say no. Sit tight and hang on to that quarantine hairstyle a little longer #hats #headscarves #bonnets #maybeapaperbag?

When you can’t craft hair, you craft small appliances instead. We finally completed our DIY Darling mini fridge. Materials used: secondhand fridge from Craigslist, a few cans of spray paint, a couple cabinet pulls, stick on letters. #whoneedsasmeg @ Darling Electric Salon

Need a temporary color solution until you can get back to the salon? We have @goldwellus Soft Color and Color Revive Root Retouch Powder to help blend your overgrown roots. Easy to use, no mixing, no ammonia, no peroxide. DM or email us to purchase! @ Darling Electric Salon

A huge thanks to the unbelievable wave of support from our clients and friends! We are so appreciative of all of the gift certificates that have been purchased and to those of you who have reached out to offer your kind words. It really means a lot. Many have asked how else they can help, so we wanted to remind you that you can purchase Oway and Hairstory products direct from the companies using our unique links. When you use these links, we receive a commission on your purchase. If you need a product recommendation don't hesitate to ask. Thanks again for your support! Hairstory: hairstory.com/?r=mz8s1q Oway: https://lddy.no/a095

Well, a lot has changed in the two days since our last post. While we’re saddened that we have to close, we are relieved that the Bay Area is taking this action. We know it’s the right thing to do to flatten the curve. We’re so touched by all of the support our clients have already shown to us, we are so grateful we serve such wonderful folks. Please don’t forget to help out other small local businesses and artists who are about to be seriously struggling. Buy gift certificates to use later if you can. Buy music and merch online from bands and artists. Be extra nice to the cashiers at grocery stores. And above all, STAY AT HOME (when possible). See you hopefully very soon