EXTOL EXPRESS

BY JEN MCNELLY

IN THE REALM OF BEAUTY and wellness , finding establishments that not only meet , but exceed your expectations can be a transformative experience . Two such exceptional destinations , Adam Paul Salon and Dailey Wellness & Massage , stand out as beacons of luxury , innovation , and holistic care . These unique local businesses are perfect for anyone seeking to nourish not just their hair , but body , soul , and spirit .

Married couple , Adam Christian , owner of Adam Paul Salon , and Jason Dailey , owner of Dailey Wellness & Massage , attended cosmetology school and massage school at the same time . Upon graduation , both were hired at the same salon and spa . Eventually growing out of their first professional home , Jason began working at The Kula Center in New Albany while Adam moved to another salon . Years later , the couple combined their passions into the same lease in Jeffersonville .

“ Everybody was asking if we were opening a salon and spa and we had to explain that we are two separate businesses ,” said Jason . “ Here at Dailey Wellness & Massage , we primarily do more rehabilitative preventative care , clinical therapeutic massage that incorporates wellness and relaxation .” Some of Jason ’ s services include yoga , massage therapy , and vibrational sound therapy , really focusing on muscle , soft tissue , and factors that might cause chronic dysfunction or chronic pain .

Adam and Jason believe strongly in the power of educating and lifting others up to where they are . “ A lot of stylists come out of school and are thrown to the wolves and they end up losing their passion ,” explained Adam , who has specialized in hair for over 13 years . “ Outside of my marriage , this is my favorite thing about life . If I lost that passion , I would be very sad . I don ’ t want that to happen to anyone at our business .”

Adam Paul Salon and Dailey Wellness & Massage are founded on principles of passion and elevating individuals to help them feel their best , physically and emotionally . When it comes to working with clients , Adam has learned that psychology plays a huge role in how he helps others feel good in their own skin . “ I ’ m passionate about self expression . Confidence comes from within , but it should be reflected on the outside ,” he said .

“ Older millennials and Gen Z , we had to conform a lot of the time ,” said Jason . “ Now , as adults , we ’ re finding out really who we are and expressing ourselves more and it ’ s happening earlier with our younger generation , and we really think that ’ s great .”

Adam and Jason ’ s philosophy of empowering self and confidence are evident in how they run their businesses as well . Both owners strive to not just hire employees , but really develop their teams as professionals and individuals , pushing them to work hard on the things that scare them in order to help them become better . “ We really drive our teams

12 EXTOL | JANUARY 2024