Noun
/bjuːti səˈluːn/
A "beauty saloon" is a place that provides a variety of cosmetic and personal care services, such as hair styling, makeup application, manicures, and skincare treatments. The term is frequently used in both oral and written contexts, especially in the beauty and wellness industry. The term "saloon" is more commonly associated with a casual or relaxed atmosphere, often hinting at social interaction.
In terms of frequency, "beauty saloon" is not as commonly used in everyday conversation compared to "beauty salon," which tends to dominate both written and oral language. However, in some cultural contexts or regions, "saloon" might be preferred.
She always gets her hair done at the beauty saloon before important events.
(Ela sempre faz o cabelo no salão de beleza antes de eventos importantes.)
After a long week, I treat myself to a relaxing day at the beauty saloon.
(Depois de uma longa semana, eu me dou ao luxo de um dia relaxante no salão de beleza.)
The beauty saloon downtown offers a variety of services for every budget.
(O salão de beleza no centro oferece uma variedade de serviços para todos os orçamentos.)
The term "saloon" is not widely used in idiomatic expressions in English, particularly in combination with "beauty." However, the concept of beauty and self-care often appears in phrases that encompass the idea of well-being or aesthetics. Here are a few relevant phrases that relate to beauty and salons:
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
(A beleza está nos olhos de quem vê.)
Meaning that beauty is subjective; different people perceive beauty differently.
Put your best face forward.
(Coloque seu melhor rosto para a frente.)
This means to present yourself well, often by taking care of one's appearance.
You reap what you sow.
(Você colhe o que planta.)
In terms of beauty, this suggests that the effort you put into taking care of yourself will reflect in your appearance.
The word "beauty" comes from the Latin "bellus," meaning "pretty," or "charming." The term "saloon" derives from the French "salon," which originally referred to a large room for receiving guests. Over time, "salon" has evolved into a term used for various types of establishments focused on aesthetics, while "saloon" retained some of its historical usages related to social gatherings, often in a more casual setting.
Synonyms: - Beauty parlor - Spa - Hair salon
Antonyms: - (There are no direct antonyms for "beauty saloon" since it is a specific type of establishment; however, one could conceptually associate it with places lacking aesthetic focus, such as a "workshop" or "factory.")