Revive Beauty is a fun, hip, spacious salon where customers can revive their current look or get a revolutionary new one. Its loungey, spa-like feel channels fun, relaxation, and creativity. Owner, Julie Haffler, offers an array of styling, color, and cut options that are in sync with all the latest trends and techniques. Stop in for a great cut and some good vibes!
You recently purchased the salon in August of 2022. Is this your first venture into business ownership?
Yes, this would be my first time owning a business. I worked at this salon as an assistant starting about 12 years ago—the job just fell into my lap because the aunt of one of my friends needed help desperately. My friend recommended me, and I’ve been here ever since.
When I began working here, I handled administrative tasks, phone calls, and so on. Eventually, I worked my way up to a chair after graduating from the Capri Institute in Paramus. At the time, my boss would joke that I would one day own the shop—and here I am!
Did you always want to be a stylist? What draws you to that profession?
I’ve always wanted to do something in the artistic field and knew I wanted to work with my hands. I also had a dream of owning my own business, but at the time, I didn’t know exactly what type of business that would be—but beauty school was the answer. There is so much you can do with a cosmetology license—the options are endless.
I think what draws me to being a stylist is that I love seeing the end result for the client. When you turn the chair around to reveal that “new look,” and your client is beaming—it’s so satisfying. I did that for them. That is what the profession is all about for me—to help people, make them feel good, and gain confidence.
You could have a bad day, but if your hair looks good, you may feel a bit better! At this stage in my career, my amazing clientele have become friends. They mean a lot to me. We go through life stages together--marriage, babies, divorce, personal problems, illness, and loss. We talk a lot together—sometimes, I feel like a therapist. But I know no matter what they are facing, we can make them look spectacular when they walk out of our doors.
What are some of the top services you provide?
Along with cuts, we are extensions and color specialists. We do bridal styles and are also an Ouidad-certified salon.
What is Ouidad?
Ouidad is a curly haircutting and styling technique. Our stylist, Lisa, is trained and certified in Ouidad, which accentuates your natural curls and embraces that beautiful texture, adding bounce and making it easier to style.
What is currently trending in hairstyles?
The trends are constantly changing, but right now, we’re seeing a lot of 90s trends popping back up--I love it! We’re seeing curtain bangs (think Farrah Fawcett), wolf cuts (textured shag cuts), and lots of layered and textured styles. As far as color trends, lived-in color is a very popular technique, and it’s here to stay.
What’s your favorite technical aspect of the beauty business?
I love being a colorist! I enjoy adding beautiful shades of color to the hair, including highlights, balayage, and fantasy colors. The best part is the blowout and style, where you see it all come together. It’s fun to provide my clients with a beautiful new look!
What do you love about having a business in the Northvale community?
Northvale is a great little town--everyone knows each other. I think it’s a beautiful thing when you walk down the street, and all the neighbors are waving, whether they know you or not. I grew up in Westwood and still live in the area today—it’s my home. It’s a great community in which to own a business. I’m very lucky.
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"When you turn that chair around to reveal that 'new look,' and your client is beaming—it’s so satisfying."