Sami Skinner

Sami Skinner Hair operates from Suite 3 at 1033 Edgewood Ave in Jacksonville. Haircutting and color are the core of the work, with each service shaped around the client's own hair. Appointments are open Tuesday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM.

Sami also works as an educator for a professional hair company, which is not named on the site, and the studio describes that company as one of the most prestigious in the professional hair industry. Teaching is a large part of the practice. The stated mission is to help hairstylists learn the standard rules first, so they can create with confidence and develop their own artistic instincts.

Services are priced at $140 an hour and booked in time blocks rather than by a running clock. The time set aside depends on the work needed to move from a client's current hair to the goal look. Color and lightener include 2 oz per hour; if a longer or denser head needs more product, that is $25 extra per bowl. If the stylist runs late, the client is not charged more. If a client arrives late, the block may be shortened or adjusted, which can mean a larger charge.

Classes are offered for stylists. A demo class runs 3-4 hours and covers theory plus a live demonstration of up to two pre-decided haircuts. A hands-on class runs 5-6 hours and adds two live haircut demonstrations and guided practice; students bring a dollhead or model and their own cutting tools, and a tool list is sent beforehand. Private classes can be booked for up to 10 students at a set price, with extra attendees charged a separate fee. Class pricing is still listed as to be determined. A host salon needs room for at least 10 students for a hands-on class or 20 for a demo, and must close during the session. Class testimonials on the site mention the step-by-step structure, the demonstrations and the hands-on practice.

Sets time for each appointment according to the work needed to reach the goal look, with the aim of leaving clients feeling their best.