December at Trixie’s: Slow Down, Shine Bright & Soak Up the Magic ✨

Tricia Rivas
5 days ago
4 min read

December hits different in Iowa, doesn’t it?

The days get shorter, the air gets colder, and suddenly your calendar is bursting at the seams with holiday parties, family gatherings, school programs, community events, and year-end deadlines. Somewhere in between all of that… your self-care tends to slide to the very bottom of the list.

At Trixie’s Salon & Spa, we believe this is actually the perfect moment to hit pause, take a deep breath, and pour back into the person holding it all together: you.

This month, we’re leaning hard into cozy, confidence-boosting, “I actually feel like myself again” kind of care. Plus a few ways to gift that feeling to the people you love.

Holiday Hair That Can Handle Real Life

December hair needs to do a lot:

Look polished for photos
Survive Iowa wind, static, and scarves
Transition from “Zoom meeting” to “office party” with minimal effort

Our stylists are obsessed with wearable glam—those soft waves, rich winter tones, and face-framing cuts that look put-together without screaming “I spent three hours getting ready.”

A few of our favorite holiday hair ideas this season:

Glossy, healthy shine: Think rich brunettes, cozy coppers, and soft, dimensional blondes that catch the light without screaming “high maintenance.”
Face-framing refresh: Maybe you don’t need a full makeover—just a brightened money piece, a fresh fringe, or some layers to bring movement back.
Low-effort styling lessons: Ask your stylist to show you a quick 5-minute style you can recreate at home for parties, church, or New Year’s Eve.

December is the time to pre-book those appointments—once those spots are gone, they’re gone. If you’ve been thinking, “I’ll try to get in before Christmas,” this is your sign to grab a time now.

Winter Hair + Scalp Are Different Beasts

We love Iowa… but our winters are not exactly kind to hair and scalp. If you’ve noticed:

Static that won’t quit
Frizz and flyaways
Dry, itchy, or flaky scalp
Hair that feels dull, flat, or fragile

…you’re not imagining it. Dry air and constant temperature changes (hello, cold outside / blasted furnace inside) can be a recipe for unhappy hair.

This season, talk with your stylist about:

Hydrating treatments: Deep conditioning masks and in-salon treatments that restore moisture and shine.
Scalp care: Think of it like skincare—you need gentle, consistent care to keep it happy and balanced.
Products that actually support your hair goals: From color-safe shampoos to heat protection and hair-growth support, the right routine can completely change how your hair behaves between appointments.

We’re here to help you build a simple, realistic winter routine that fits your lifestyle, not a 17-step process that collects dust on your bathroom shelf.

Give the Gift of “Me Time” (Because They Really Need It)

Here’s the truth: most of the people you love don’t actually need more stuff.

They need a reason to slow down. To be taken care of. To feel like themselves again.

That’s where a Trixie’s gift card (or a pre-booked service) becomes so much more than a present—it becomes a little permission slip that says:

“You matter. You’re allowed to rest. You deserve to feel good in your own skin.”

Perfect for:

Teachers and caregivers
Nurses and healthcare workers
Your partner or best friend
The always-busy mom (yes, even if that mom is you)
That one hard-to-shop-for person who “never wants anything”

You can pair a gift card with a favorite product, a cozy candle, or a handwritten note, and suddenly you’ve turned a simple gift into a whole experience. Check out our Massage Packages with Kirsten for the ultimate self-care gift!

Spa Moments in a Season That Never Slows Down

If your nervous system feels like it’s running on caffeine and adrenaline right now, you are not alone.

Our spa team is all about nervous-system regulation in real life: slowing your breathing, easing the tension you’re storing in your shoulders and jaw, and helping you leave feeling a little more grounded than when you walked in.

Think:

Facials that support your skin through dry, cold weather
Massage to release stress and help your body exhale
Brows, lashes, and little details that make you feel more polished with less effort

Even an express service—a quick brow clean-up, a mini facial, or a targeted treatment—can make a huge difference in how you move through a hectic month.

A December Love Letter to Our Guests

Before the year wraps up, we want you to know this: You are the reason we get to do what we love. Every time you choose Trixie’s—whether it’s for a haircut, color, spa service, product purchase, or a gift card—you’re not just supporting a salon. You’re supporting:

Hard-working beauty professionals building careers and lives they love
Local families and our wider Des Moines community
Our ability to serve those walking through cancer, hospice, and big life moments with dignity and care

From the bottom of our hearts: thank you for showing up for us, year after year. We don’t take it lightly.

How to Make the Most of December at Trixie’s

If you’re ready to wrap up the year feeling a little more like yourself, here are a few easy next steps:

Pre-book your holiday or New Year appointment. Lock in your color, cut, or spa service now so your future self isn’t scrambling.
Ask your stylist or spa pro for a winter game plan. We’ll help you pick 2–3 key products and a routine that fits your real life.
Grab a gift card (or three). Perfect for stockings, teacher gifts, and those “I have no idea what to buy” people.
Follow us on social for holiday inspo. We’ll be sharing before & afters, gift ideas, local love, and behind-the-scenes moments from the salon and spa all month long.

Here’s to a December Where You Are on Your Own List

This season will go fast. The to-dos will keep coming. But you deserve to feel good in your own skin while you move through it all.

Whether you’re popping in for a trim, a full color transformation, a spa reset, or picking up a gift card for someone special—we can’t wait to see you at Trixie’s this December.

You bring the holiday chaos and the messy bun.

We’ll bring the care, the calm, and the magic.