Hair care center offers excellent service for great rates

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  • By Staff Sgt. Lou Burton
  • 482nd Fighter Wing Public Afairs
HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE, Fla. --  No need to fret over Air Force Instruction 36-2903, the base hair care center is open and ready to help Airmen and other military members stay within regulations, six days a week.

"We specialize in military haircuts and we know what the standards are," said Ms. Elda Careaga, 482nd Fighter Wing Services contractor.

Located accross the street from the Sam Johnson fitness center, Department of Defense ID card holders can get their hair cut Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and on unit training assembly Sunday 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

"There is usually two of us working, so one handles appointments and the other walk-ins," said Careaga. "That helps us keep wait times low, so military can get back to work quickly."

Female members need not feel left out either.

"Our facility is unisex. We offer services for both men and women," said Careaga. "Our services range from cuts, color, and conditioning."

Having owned her own salon in New York City for six years, Careaga has experience styling both male and female clientele.

Low wait times, professional services, and skilled technicians, the hair care center offers great services at even better prices.

"Compared to other salons and barber shops, our prices are very reasonable," said Careaga. "We keep costs low because the personel deserve great prices. A civilian may get their hair cut once every other month, but we have military members come in once every other week. That's why we offer every fifth haircut for free."

Stop in for great haircuts, or call (786) 519-3108 to make your appointment today.