Hey there, glam squad! 💅✨
Welcome back to Learn with Pari, the only place where you can learn, laugh, and accidentally turn your dad into a sparkly unicorn. (Yes, it happened. No, we’re not sorry.)
Today, we’re diving into one of our all-time FAVORITE pretend play adventures: the Beauty Parlour Game – also lovingly called the “Shalon” Game by our superstar Pari.
Why “Shalon”? No one really knows. It might be a mix of “Salon” and “Magic.” But what we do know is: this game brings out fashion, fun, and some fabulously wild hairstyles.
💇♀️ What is the “Shalon” Game?
It’s simple: Kids become the stylist, and everyone else (yes, even Papa) becomes the client.
Whether you’re offering a rainbow braid, a glitter facial, or a shampoo with invisible bubbles—anything goes in Pari’s Shalon!
All you need is:
- A hairbrush or comb
- Clips, ribbons, bows, or whatever sparkles
- Toy makeup kits (or imaginary ones!)
- A towel (aka the official “Shalon cape”)
- Optional: A VERY patient Papa
💅 How to Play: The “Pari Shalon” Experience
- Welcome the Client: Greet them with flair. “Welcome to Shalon! Would you like a magical dragon braid or a surprise hairstyle today?”
- Consultation Time: Ask important questions like:
- “Do you want glitter on your eyebrows?”
- “How many bows is TOO many bows?”
- “Would you like a unicorn sound bath while we style your hair?”
- Makeover Magic: Time to work your magic!
- Comb, clip, fluff, and pretend to spray things.
- Apply imaginary lipstick, eyeshadow, and 7 layers of blush (because why not?).
- The Big Reveal:
- Hold up a pretend mirror (or a shiny spoon) and gasp:
“You look FABULOUS!”
- Hold up a pretend mirror (or a shiny spoon) and gasp:
- Charge Them in Hugs: Because hugs are the official currency of Pari’s Shalon.
🤣 Real Moments from Pari’s Shalon
- Papa walked out with a side ponytail and five clips labeled “Client of the Month.”
- Mumma got a face massage using a marshmallow.
- Pari’s teddy had to wait 2 hours because the salon was ‘too busy with VIPs.’
Basically, it’s a party… with bows.
🎓 What Kids Learn While Playing
You might think this is all just glitter and giggles (which it is), but the Shalon game also teaches:
✅ Creativity and Imagination
✅ Communication Skills
✅ Role-Playing and Empathy
✅ Confidence
✅ Patience (especially for Papa 😅)
🧴 Want to Level Up the Game?
Try adding:
- A pretend “appointment book” (great for writing practice!)
- DIY Shalon menus with services like “Mermaid Curls” or “Dinosaur Hair Design”
- A little tip jar (stickers accepted as payment!)
💬 Final Thoughts from Head Stylist Pari
“Everybody can be beautiful. But if you wear five bows AND glitter, then you’re extra beautiful!” – Pari, age 5, CEO of Shalon
Whether you’re brushing doll hair or giving your pet parrot a pedicure (please don’t), the Beauty Parlour Game is the ultimate way to mix fun, fashion, and family.
So next time you hear the words “Welcome to Shalon!”—just say yes. Even if it means leaving the salon with glitter in your eyebrows for three days. ✨😉
Want to share your best Shalon moments? Tag us @LearnWithPari or send us your cutest makeover pics. We might feature your little stylist on our next blog!
Until next time… STAY FABULOUS! 💖
