After six years of business in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville, Florida -Verde Eco-Salon is in the process of restoring what will be our beautiful, new home come February 2015 in the beautiful neighborhood of Historic San Marco. In the interim we are scheduling appointments and performing services at alternate locations with our team of seasoned stylists. Give us a ring to schedule your next appointment: 904.292.0007
Established in 2009 Verde Eco-Salon boasts many firsts:
Passionately dedicated to providing a sustainable environment for all clients and stylists Verde Eco-Salon has created a culture by being transparent in terms of our products and practices. We believe customer service, education & honesty are paramount and beauty should never involve cruelty or harmful chemicals. Verde Eco-Salon utilizes only products which are healthy and ethical for our clients, our planet & our furry friends. Our health and the future of our planet are in our hands today. The carbon footprint we leave behind will impact the quality of life for generations to come. Our products are formulated with certified organic ingredients that do not harm our fragile eco-system through the use of toxic chemicals and pesticides. Millions of people suffer from chronic health problems linked to their exposure to pesticides and carcinogens. It is our goal to reduce our exposure to such harmful agents while still looking beautiful and feeling great. We are committed to promoting environment as much as a healthy lifestyle and hair.
Established in 2009 Verde Eco-Salon boasts many firsts:
- First Eco-Friendly, Organic/Vegan Salon in the Southeastern United States
- First Certified Clean Air Salon in Florida and third in North America
- First salon to exclusively carry USDA Certified Organic/Vegan/Bio-Dynamic/Gluten-Free Color and Styling Products
Passionately dedicated to providing a sustainable environment for all clients and stylists Verde Eco-Salon has created a culture by being transparent in terms of our products and practices. We believe customer service, education & honesty are paramount and beauty should never involve cruelty or harmful chemicals. Verde Eco-Salon utilizes only products which are healthy and ethical for our clients, our planet & our furry friends. Our health and the future of our planet are in our hands today. The carbon footprint we leave behind will impact the quality of life for generations to come. Our products are formulated with certified organic ingredients that do not harm our fragile eco-system through the use of toxic chemicals and pesticides. Millions of people suffer from chronic health problems linked to their exposure to pesticides and carcinogens. It is our goal to reduce our exposure to such harmful agents while still looking beautiful and feeling great. We are committed to promoting environment as much as a healthy lifestyle and hair.
- Organic, vegan & sustainable color lines/products free of toxins & harsh chemicals:
- Three point ventilation system for superb air quality
- No Animal Testing /Leaping Bunny Approved
- All foils used for coloring of hair are recycled alongside all plastic, paper goods, glass and aluminum
- All hair clippings are sent to Matter Of Trust to clean oil spills around the globe
- Eco-friendly, professional salon lighting to ensure stellar color services & overall results for our clients all while conserving energy and lessening our carbon footprint
- All products are reviewed on a weekly basis having to meet European Standards ensuring superior quality & safety
- All products must be made with 70-100% organic content
- No sodium lauryl sulfate, parabens, recorcinol, DEAs or TEAs
- No GMOs (Genetically Modified Organism)
- Reclaimed wood was used for 90% of the tenant improvements and building of the stations
- Majority of all furnishings are organic and upcycled
- All paper goods printed on recycled paper using soy-based ink
- Styling chairs are upholstered in eco-friendly PVC-free material
- All plant extracts and essential oils must be certified organic whenever possible
- All essential oils used must be steam-distilled and not extracted with propylene glycol - which kills the effect of the oils
- All plant oils must be cold pressed, not heat distilled - which kills the therapeutic properties of plant oils
- All ingredients must be harvested in an environmentally-friendly manner (bio-dynamic)
- All ingredients must be bio-degradable
- Low VOC paint used to paint every surface inside the building
- Cotton denim insulation was used wherever new insulation was needed
- Energy Star appliances and only earth-friendly cleaning products
