Looking for a Remedy?

As most stylists will tell you, your haircut and style is one of the biggest non-verbal communicators as to what type of person you are. Those with a more conservative cut tend to like things on an even keel; whereas those who draw more attention to their hair are expressing a more spontaneous or creative personality. The same can hold true when choosing a salon. People want to feel comfortable in their environment, whether it’s trendy, sports themed, family oriented, or relaxing. This is ultimately what led Natalie Burns to open ‘Remedy’ in the Harbor View Plaza.

“I wanted an open, comfortable environment, a place where you can be yourself, say whatever you want, and you’ll get a feel of positive affirmation,” said Burns. “I liked being able to pick out the colors and design the space, and it’s finally my choice when it comes to the music!”

Remedy Salon is situated at the end of the second level with views of the North Idaho College campus and Lake Coeur d’Alene. Burns and friend Miranda Laufenberg are the only two stylists you will find here, and both wanted a unique environment where they could be themselves and let their clients be themselves as well. “Miranda and I are a little quirky and weird, but we can be ourselves here,” said Burns. “We really get to know our clients here as no topics are off-limits, and we end up talking about a lot more than hair.”

“I like getting to know each person,” said Laufenberg. “After 15 minutes or so almost everyone turns down the filter and really opens up. A lot of times people will tell us things they aren’t comfortable saying to anyone else.”

The reason Natalie and Miranda spend so much time getting to know their clients’ personalities is because of how often they see people looking to make a change in their hair due to a recent emotional experience. “If someone comes in who just found out they’re pregnant or they just got out of a relationship and want to chop off all their hair, we know we have to talk them through some things before making a drastic change to their appearance,” said Burns. It’s this extra attention that keeps clients coming back and both stylists booked out weeks in advance.

Burns opened the doors on November 8th of this year, with her first cut going to a friend’s son. Both will cut men, women, and children’s hair. They specialize in blending color for a very natural look and stay up on the latest trends in hair by following top industry professionals on Instragram and Facebook as well as traveling to shows and conventions in Seattle and Las Vegas. A big believer in promoting a greener world, Burns uses products that are 98% organic, fully sustainable, and can be tailored to each person’s hair.

There is room for a third stylist at Remedy, but Burns wants to keep her salon small and comfortable for those who keeping coming back to her year after year. “The most fun part of this job is the relationships I’ve built. I see a lot of my clients more often than I see some of my friends,” said Burns. The same echoes true for Laufenberg. “Seeing someone’s smile when they look in the mirror and walk out of here beaming with confidence just makes my soul happy.”

Remedy Salon

610 W. Hubbard Ave. Suite 216 Coeur d’Alene, ID

208.664.2569

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