What if the secret to stronger, thicker, and more beautiful hair starts where you least expect it...your scalp?

In this Mini Moment. Samara and Jen are joined again by the amazing Monique McMahon. Owner of Que Colour and MCM Beauty, to talk about the growing movement that’s redefining the beauty industry: scalp care.

Fresh from her US masterclass tour and the global launch of the Christophe Robin Fortifying Range, Monique shares what’s driving the shift from styling to scalp science and how salon owners can lead the conversation.

💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why scalp health is the new frontier in haircare
• The truth about stress, slick backs, and hair loss
• What makes the Christophe Robin Fortifying Range so powerful
• How to guide clients through their own hair health journey
• Simple tools and habits for stronger, healthier hair

This isn’t just about great hair, it’s about transforming the way we care for it, from root to tip.

The Christophe Robin Fortifying Range strengthens and revitalises weakened hair, helping reduce hair fall caused by breakage by up to five times after just one use. Infused with amaranth peptides, it leaves hair visibly stronger, fuller, and more resilient.

👉 Explore the range here

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

01:00 Monique's US Masterclass Tour

01:54 Hair Loss and Scalp Health Discussion

03:02 Christophe Robin Fortifying Range

10:40 Tips for Discussing Hair Loss with Clients

14:20 Wrapping Up

Mentioned in this episode:

💖 Celebrating Our Podcast Partner – Christophe Robin, proudly distributed by McM Imports

We’ve partnered with Christophe Robin and MCM Imports to bring you something beautiful:

➡ Experience the Christophe Robin Discovery Box — curated by pro ambassador Monique McMahon.

➡ Inside, you’ll find her handpicked favourites — the hero products she swears by in the salon.

It’s your invitation to explore the range and discover why Christophe Robin has become a quiet obsession among stylists who know their craft.

Click the link below to request your FREE Christophe Robin Discovery Box, exclusively through McM Imports. 👇

MCM

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ Enjoy a 14 day free trial to see how Timely can transform your salon.

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons. Helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout or click the link below to to claim the offer. 👇

Timely

What happens when a tech minded gamer swaps code for colour and decides to make salon tech & marketing sexy?

In this episode in the Inner Sanctum, we sit down with Brayden, founder of Your Salon Support and host of the podcast talk show, Can We Go Live, to unpack how salon owners can make tech and marketing feel sexy, simple, and smart again.

Brayden shares his journey from the video game industry to the hair and beauty world, building systems that help salon owners move beyond the “post and hope” marketing mindset. We dive into the thinking behind his YSS Loyalty platform and how it’s reshaping the way salons connect with their clients, building real loyalty without relying on discounts.

You’ll also hear how to turn memberships into recurring revenue, why your email list might be your most underused asset, and how small tech shifts can make a big impact on client retention, consistency, and growth.

What We Cover

• The 4 pillars of salon marketing
• Loyalty that lives on your client’s phone (and why it works)
• How to make memberships make sense for hair
• Filling last minute gaps without cheapening your brand
• The one marketing tool you need to turn on today

This isn’t just a conversation about marketing systems, it’s a wake up call that the future of your salon is already in your hands.

Timestamps

00:00 Episode Summary

02:42 Journey from Video Games to Salon Support

04:30 Building a Business in Salon Support

07:42 Marketing Strategies and Diversification

15:44 Loyalty and Membership Programs

25:00 Understanding Your Audience

25:15 Effective Use of Availability

25:59 Rebooking Strategies

26:37 Innovative Commission Tracking

27:44 Building Loyalty Without Cheapening

28:31 Integrating with Modern Software

31:39 Making Tech Sexy in the Salon Industry

35:09 Remote Team Dynamics

41:39 Expanding Globally

45:17 The Importance of Email Marketing

46:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

🎁 Special Gift from Brayden:

Brayden is offering Salon Rising: The Podcast listeners a 3 month free YSS Loyalty subscription. Designed to help you elevate client connection and loyalty in your salon.

To unlock, use the referral code SALON RISING via yssloyalty.com/contact

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ Enjoy a 14 day free trial to see how Timely can transform your salon.

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons. Helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout or click the link below to to claim the offer. 👇

Timely

💖 Celebrating Our Podcast Partner – Christophe Robin, proudly distributed by McM Imports

We’ve partnered with Christophe Robin and MCM Imports to bring you something beautiful:

➡ Experience the Christophe Robin Discovery Box — curated by pro ambassador Monique McMahon.

➡ Inside, you’ll find her handpicked favourites — the hero products she swears by in the salon.

It’s your invitation to explore the range and discover why Christophe Robin has become a quiet obsession among stylists who know their craft.

Click the link below to request your FREE Christophe Robin Discovery Box,...

Culture is the heartbeat of your salon, but it needs constant attention to stay strong.

In this episode, Samara and Jen give a behind the scenes look at the Culture Reset Masterclass, where they’ll unpack what it really takes to build a team culture that’s calm, connected, and accountable.

They share personal lessons from years of leadership, the moments that worked, the ones that didn’t, and the game changing mindset shifts that transformed how they lead their teams.

💡 In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What the Culture Reset Masterclass will cover (and why it’s so needed right now)
• The one culture mistake most salon owners make
• How to rebuild trust and motivation in your team
• Real talk on boundaries, burnout, and brave conversations
• Why this reset could change your 2026

If you’ve been feeling off balance with your team, unsure how to reconnect, or just need a fresh start for the year ahead, this masterclass is your moment.

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:24 Diving into Culture

00:59 Masterclass Insights and Reflections

05:00 Team Dynamics and Values

07:30 Practical Tips for Team Meetings

08:20 Upcoming Culture Masterclass Details

Mentioned in this episode:

💛 A HUGE Thank You to Our Podcast Sponsors - Timely

We’ve partnered with Timely to bring you something special:

➡ Enjoy a 14 day free trial to see how Timely can transform your salon.

➡ New customers get 50% off their first 3 months.

If you've been thinking about levelling up your salon systems, this is your moment. Timely is designed specifically for salons. Helping you manage bookings, clients, staff, and more with ease.

Use the code SALONRISING at checkout or click the link below to to claim the offer. 👇

Timely

💖 Celebrating Our Podcast Partner – Christophe Robin, proudly distributed by McM Imports

We’ve partnered with Christophe Robin and MCM Imports to bring you something beautiful:

➡ Experience the Christophe Robin Discovery Box — curated by pro ambassador Monique McMahon.

➡ Inside, you’ll find her handpicked favourites — the hero products she swears by in the salon.

It’s your invitation to explore the range and discover why Christophe Robin has become a quiet obsession among stylists who know their craft.

Click the link below to request your FREE Christophe Robin Discovery Box, exclusively through McM Imports. 👇

MCM

💛 It’s Time to Reset, Realign, and Feel Good in Business Again

On October 29th, join Samara LIVE inside The Culture Reset Masterclass.

If your salon or solo business has been feeling a little off, this 90 minute session is your space to pause, reflect, and realign.

You’ll reconnect with your purpose, clarify your values, and set boundaries that protect your energy, so you can step into the new year feeling grounded, clear, and inspired.

Alongside the session, you’ll also receive your own Culture Reset Plan a practical guide you can use with your team or by yourself to turn reflection into action and keep your culture strong all year round.

✨ 90-Minute Live Masterclass
✨ Includes your own Culture Reset Plan
✨ For salon owners and solo operators
✨ Recording included
💸 Save 5% with code POD5 at checkout

Click below to Join Now 👇

Culture Masterclass