Jessica: How about 28 minutes at the hairdresser for 2,000 kronor?

Jessica describes a recent experience at a hair salon that left her with a surprisingly swift, albeit costly, haircut. With less than a week before the Midsummer celebration, she sought a salon appointment to fix her split ends.

She found a salon in a neighboring municipality open on a Sunday and booked an appointment with short notice. Upon arrival, she was met by a man who also ran a driving school from the same location. He explained the need to diversify to survive, having started his day at 6 a.m. and already served three clients.

Jessica requested a root color and a trim, wanting to preserve as much length as possible. The stylist, who claimed his family were all hairdressers in Turkey and had been in Sweden for two years, quickly applied the color. The entire process, from coloring and washing to cutting and blow-drying, took a mere 28 minutes.

She was charged 2,000 Swedish kronor for the service. Reflecting on the experience, Jessica noted the efficiency and lack of typical salon amenities like scalp massages or spa music. She felt oddly satisfied with the straightforward service, concluding that she got the haircut she wanted, and the stylist certainly made the real "cut" financially.