Her Story
About Krystal
Krystal Safford is a master cosmetologist and educator with more than two decades of experience in the beauty industry. She began doing hair while in middle school, which prompted her to pursue formal training and licensure. Since starting her teaching career in 2011, Safford has worked at the local beauty school in Savannah, Georgia, serving as both an educator and admissions representative. In her role, she trains students seeking their master cosmetologist license through theory instruction on topics such as terminology, diseases and disorders, textures, and gap analysis, as well as practical training in haircuts, color techniques, and up-to-date hairstyles. She also teaches a business career class covering daily costs for stylists, business loans, business plans, and resume preparation to help students build their own careers. Safford attributes her success to a consistent drive to learn and advance, always aiming to move up from any position she has held. She values integrity, honor, respect, professionalism, and strong time management, which she instills in her students to set them apart in the industry.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Krystal
01What do you attribute your success to?
I've always wanted to learn and advance. No matter what job I started, my mission was always to move up. I'm always thinking about advancement and looking to continue to learn and advance in any way that I can.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
As a woman, continue to choose yourself. When it comes to becoming a teacher, you have to always continue to learn. Always be open to learning the new things, especially in the beauty industry.
03What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Time management was a big challenge, being in the salon at midnight trying to take anybody. The biggest thing is time management and scheduling clients properly. Be open to everything you're being taught even if it may not resonate in the moment.
04What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Number one would be integrity, doing everything with honor and respect. Respect the students. Teaching professionalism because that will make or break your business. Being on time and professional sets you apart.
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