Stop Staring at a Blank Screen
You know you should post on Instagram, reply to reviews, and follow up with clients. But finding the right words? That’s where most salon owners get stuck. These copy-paste ChatGPT prompts do the thinking for you — just fill in the blanks and hit send.
1. Instagram Captions
Turn a before-and-after photo into a scroll-stopping caption.
Write an Instagram caption for a [hair/nail/beauty] salon. The post is a before-and-after photo of a [describe the service, e.g. “balayage on dark hair”]. Keep it under 50 words, use a warm and confident tone, and end with a call to action to book. No hashtags.
Example output:
“From box dye to sun-kissed balayage — this transformation took 3 hours and zero regrets. Emma’s been wanting this for months and honestly? Worth the wait. Ready for your moment? Link in bio to book.”
2. Client Follow-Up Messages
Send a quick thank-you that feels personal, not automated.
Write a short WhatsApp follow-up message to a salon client named [name] who had [service] done [today/yesterday]. Thank them, ask if they’re happy with the result, and gently invite them to rebook. Keep it under 40 words and friendly.
Example output:
“Hey Sophie! Just checking in — how are you finding your new lash set? Hope you’re loving them! When you’re ready for your next infill, you can book straight from my link. Take care! x”
3. Google Review Responses
Reply to every review without spending 10 minutes per response.
Write a short, warm reply to this Google review for my salon: “[paste the review]”. Thank them by name, reference something specific from their review, and keep it under 30 words.
4. Promotion and Offer Ideas
Get seasonal campaign ideas tailored to your services.
Give me 5 promotion ideas for a [type of salon] in [month]. Each idea should include a short name, a one-sentence description, and a suggested discount or incentive. Focus on ideas that drive midweek bookings.
Example output:
Midweek Glow-Up: 15% off facials booked Tuesday–Thursday. “Your skin doesn’t wait for the weekend.”
Bring a Friend February: Two gel manicures for the price of one when you book with a friend on the same day.
5. Salon Bio Writing
Nail your Instagram or booking page bio in seconds.
Write an Instagram bio for a [type of salon] in [town/city]. Include what I specialise in, my location, and a call to action to book. Keep it under 150 characters. Professional but approachable.
6. Handling Negative Reviews
Respond professionally without sounding defensive or robotic.
Write a professional, empathetic reply to this negative Google review for my salon: “[paste the review]”. Apologise, offer to make it right, and invite them to contact me directly. Keep it under 50 words. Do not sound defensive.
Tips for Better Results
These prompts work best when you add detail. Instead of “a beauty salon,” say “a freelance nail tech in Milton Keynes specialising in BIAB and gel extensions.” The more specific you are, the less editing you’ll need to do.