logo
episode-header-image
Oct 2024
13m 44s

British Vocab Help: Beauty Salon - Beau...

ALISON PITMAN
About this episode

Want to get in touch ? Email: mail@learningbritishaccent.com

Want the British Accent Training Courses? Details: https://learningbritishaccent.com/bundle/

12 month subscription: https://learningbritishaccent.com/product/british-accent-bundle-12-month-access-2/

 

Support The Podcast

Donate: PayPal.Me/britishaccentAlison

Buy me a coffee : https://ko-fi.com/learningbritishaccent52110

 Daily emails : https://learningbritishaccent.com/newsletter/

 

Beauty Salon

  • "Facials" (noun): a skin treatment that involves cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing the face to improve its appearance and texture
  • "Massages" (noun): a therapeutic technique that involves the manipulation of soft tissue to promote relaxation and improve circulation
  • "Waxing" (noun): the removal of unwanted body hair using a waxing product
  • "Manicures" (noun): a beauty treatment that involves the shaping, trimming, and polishing of the nails and cuticles
  • "Pedicures" (noun): a beauty treatment that involves the shaping, trimming, and polishing of the toenails and cuticles
  • "Tanning" (noun): the application of a tanning product to the skin to give it a sun-kissed appearance
  • Beard trim: Trimming gives the beard its shape, and a beard without a shape is just hair protruding from the face.
  • Wet shave:Wet shaving, as the name suggests starts with preparing your face for a shave by using the power of hot water
  • Hot Towel Shave : A hot towel shave is a grooming service where your face is shaved after using a hot towel to soften your hair and skin
  1. Hello, I'd like to make an appointment for a facial, please."
  2. "I'm looking for a natural-looking makeup for a daytime event."
  3. "Can you please shape my eyebrows and remove any unwanted hair?"
  4. "I'd like a pedicure with a foot massage, please."
  5. "Can you recommend a hair removal wax for sensitive skin?"
  6. "Do you have any specific products to treat dry skin?"
  7. "How much would it cost for a full-body wax?"
  8. "Can I pay with a credit card or do you only accept cash?"
  9. " how long would it take for a beard trim?”
  10. "I'd like a French manicure with a clear coat, please."
  11. "Can you recommend a moisturizer for my oily skin?"
  12. "Do you offer eyelash extensions or false lashes?"
  13. How much does a hot towel shave cost?
  14. "How long does the treatment usually take?"
  15. "Could you please give me a scalp massage during the shampoo?"
  16. Do you have appointments free for a wet shave tomorrow?
  17. "Thank you for your time, I'll definitely be back for another appointment!"

 

 

 

Example 1: Booking an Appointment

Therapist: Good morning, how can I help you today?

Client: Hi, I'd like to book a facial and a massage please.

Therapist: Of course! Do you have any preferences for the types of facials or massages that you'd like?

Client: I'm not sure, what do you recommend?

Therapist: Well, our signature facial is a relaxing and rejuvenating treatment that includes a deep cleanse, exfoliation, and facial massage. As for the massage, we offer several options such as Swedish, deep tissue, and hot stone. Which one would you prefer?

Client: Hmm, I think I'll go with the signature facial and the Swedish massage.

Therapist: Great choices! I have availability next Wednesday at 2 PM. Does that work for you?

Client: Yes, that works perfectly. Thank you.

Therapist: You're welcome. I'll go ahead and book those appointments for you. I look forward to seeing you next week!

 

Example 2: Getting a Manicure

It's a busy Friday afternoon at the beauty salon, and the therapists are busy with a full schedule of clients. Jane, a regular at the salon, has just finished her manicure with her therapist, Emily. As Jane admires her freshly painted nails, the two women have a brief conversation about the treatment and Jane's plans for the weekend.

Therapist: So, how do you like your new manicure?

Client: I love it! The pink polish is so pretty.

Therapist: I'm glad you like it. The color really suits you.

Client: Thanks. I always feel so much more put together when my nails are done.

Therapist: Definitely. It's the little things that can make a big difference in how we feel. So, what do you have planned for the weekend?

Client: Not much, just catching up on some chores and maybe seeing a movie.

Therapist: Sounds like a relaxing weekend. Well, enjoy your manicure and have a great time.

Client:thanks!

 

Example 3: Paying for Services

Therapist: Here's your bill. The facial, massage, and manicure came to £120.

Client: Okay, let me just pay with my card.

Therapist: Great. Just tap your card on the card reader, and then enter your pin.

Client: Alright, done. Thanks for the treatments. I feel so relaxed and pampered.

Therapist: You're welcome! It's always a pleasure to help our clients feel their best.

Client: Definitely. You and your team do a great job.

Therapist: Thank you, we appreciate your kind words.

Client: No problem. I'll see you at my next appointment.

Therapist: See you then! Take care.

Up next
Yesterday
Master estate agent phone calls like a true Brit - Stroll through a house viewing like a true Brit - 10 Classic Estate Agent Phrases—and What They Really Mean - Can You Spot the Estate Agent Language? Take the Quiz!
Repeat each line 3 times, first slowly and clearly, then naturally with linking and gentle rising intonation. I’d like to put forward an offer. I’d like to offer £475,000. We’ve taken into account the work required. It’s our best and final offer at this stage. Thank you, I apprec ... Show More
23m 35s
Jul 7
Don’t mix up your diary with your dairy 🐄📅 - The ‘OY’ Sound – Don’t Let It Betray Your Accent - 🔑 Master These 10 Property Terms (Before You Get Lost in Jargon!)
👉 Diary / Dairy 👉 Petrol / Patrol 👉 Ledger / Leisure Want to get in touch ? Email: mail@learningbritishaccent.com Want the British Accent Training Courses? Details: https://learningbritishaccent.com/bundle/ 12 month subscription: https://learningbritishaccent.com/product/briti ... Show More
10m 47s
Jul 4
A 30 Day British Accent Challenge - 🏖 Holiday Expressions Every Brit Uses (And You Should Too) - 📚 7 Unusual '-ish' Verbs to Polish Your English - ☕ Office Small Talk: What to Say by the Kettle (Without Making It Weird)
Join the British Accent Challenge : https://learningbritishaccent.com/30-day-challenge/ Want to get in touch ? Email: mail@learningbritishaccent.com Want the British Accent Training Courses? Details: https://learningbritishaccent.com/bundle/ 12 month subscription: https://learnin ... Show More
14m 49s
Recommended Episodes
May 2023
195. ASMR The Girl Who Loves Butterflies Does Your Hair and Makeup 🦋✨
Hellolololololo there my beautiful butterfly 🦋✨ In this video, the girl who loves butterflies (me) does your hair and makeup to make you feel extra pampered and loved. I will be doing the following throughout our little special butterfly filled session: lighting a relaxing candl ... Show More
39m 23s
Apr 2023
190. ASMR Best Friend Does Your Skincare Pampering for the First Time
In this video, your best friend (me) will be doing your skincare pampering for the first time ever! I'm kind of nervous, but I'm so excited and honored that you trust me with your skincare treatment...thank you bestie! This video includes: skincare treatments, hair care, ... Show More
54m 39s
Feb 2024
210. ASMR Bestie Gives You a Makeover - Doing Your Makeup & Styling Your Hair with Wooden Toys
Hi Bestie! Let’s give you a makeover! I’m so excited to be doing your makeup and styling your hair with wooden toys. For your makeup, I’m going to do a more simple and natural look and complement it with a flattering hairstyle. The look we’re going for for your hair is kind of wa ... Show More
49m 51s
Jul 4
∩_∩ The Face Time ∩_∩ : face massage & make up for You & me :)
Hey everyone :) in this video I will show you some face lymph massage techniques and we will apply make up on you and me :) silly I know but I hope some of you will like it. Thank you so much for being patient and forgiving to me and.... !To my dear Gentlemen!: I'm sorry this vid ... Show More
45m 47s
Mar 2024
212. ASMR Girl in the Back of the Class Does Your Skincare (Personal Attention and Pampering)
Hellolololololo my beautiful butterfly 🦋✨ The girl in the back of the class does your skincare while in free period. Since we’re both caught up with homework and studying, why not do some skincare pampering to destress. I’ll be setting the mood to unwind by lighting a vanilla sc ... Show More
40m 17s
Mar 2024
214. ASMR Girl in the Back of the Class Does Your Makeup (Personal Attention, Pampering)
Hellolololololo my beautiful butterfly 🦋✨ In this video, the girl in the back of the class will do your makeup. I know it’s super early in the morning, but we always try to look our best and put our best foot forward. I completely understand rushing to get to school and other pl ... Show More
28m 16s
Jun 2023
199. ASMR Bestie Does Your Makeup and Glitter Face Paint 💄(w/ layered sounds) + 50K Thank You Message
In this video, bestie does your makeup and glitter face paint! You are going to look even more beautiful (you already are so beautiful) and I just love spoiling you! Pampering you brings me so much joy and it’s an honor and privilege to make you feel special (cause you are). I mu ... Show More
57m 28s
Feb 2024
208. ASMR Relaxing Hair Care Pampering (Hair Brushing, Scalp Check, Oiling & Massage, Personal Attention)
Hellolololololo there my beautiful butterfly 🦋✨ Bestie, have you been wanting some much needed and well deserved relaxing hair care pampering? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! For me personally, I get super relaxed and tingly when someone plays or does my hair, so I want to ex ... Show More
1h 3m
Mar 2024
211. ASMR Dandruff Removal & Scalp Check (Scalp Plucking, Oiling, Treatment, Massage, Personal Attention)
Hellolololololo my beautiful butterfly 🦋✨ In this video I’m going to be removing some dandruff out of your scalp as well as checking your scalp health. I’ll be doing the following: dandruff removal, scalp check, scalp oiling with oil based treatment, scalp/head massage, and givi ... Show More
43m 3s
Apr 2024
216. 4K ASMR | Doing My Skincare Routine (GRWM, Whisper Ramble)
Hellolololololo my beautiful butterfly 🦋✨ I’ve decided to do something a little different by showing you my nightly skincare routine. I’ll be doing a little bit of self-care and pampering while just chit chatting with you. I’ll also be sharing with you some of my favorite skinca ... Show More
31m 42s