With reports of the number of cases rising, so are fears for workers in the beauty industry. Of course, there are health concerns—hairstylists and nail techs can’t exactly socially distance, given the intimate nature of their crafts, and many don’t have the luxury of paid sick days.
But also as experts issue , salons are being forced to shut down, leaving stylists who rely on tips and a steady paycheck in a dire situation.“To say that we're scared to death and full of anxiety would be a vast understatement,” says Joan*, a California hairstylist affected by .
When Joan, a single mother, found out salons would be closing in the area, she made the offer to travel to clients to keep some form of income—despite from those outside your home.