This week’s Beauty Boss is Daniel Mason Jones, a salon owner and educator, known for his beautiful hair styling and color work as well as his educational offerings for the professional beauty industry. Jones is an expert on branding, social media, and beauty industry leadership and offers a variety of courses to help beauty pros achieve their career goals. 

We chatted with Jones to learn more about his unique beginnings in the industry, his top tips, and more.

Can you share a little about your journey and how you got into the industry?

My journey is a little bit unique, I actually got my start working in the funeral Industry. I started out as an embalmer and funeral director and ultimately ended up doing the hair and makeup as well. Found out that I was a natural and BOOM, here I am 20 years later.

Tell us more about your work. What are you best known for?

I am known for color for sure, but I am also very well known as a beauty business guru. I spend all of my time outside of the salon coaching leadership, social media, and business.

What led you into education? Can you tell us about your experience as an educator and your current offerings?

Education was something that just happened honestly. I never set out to be an educator. It seems like opportunity kept showing up over and over.

What are some of your favorite products?

Right now, I am so obsessed with L'Oréal  Professional Metal Detox, it’s a game changer for ALL colorists. It works with every color brand and makes your color so perfect.

Initialiste by Kerastase will forever have my heart. It is a staple in my toolkit.

Who inspires you?

I’m inspired by almost everyone. I know that may sound crazy, but it’s true. I’m the kind of person that typically finds the good in every situation. Everyone is inspiring if you get to know them and their story.

Secret to success?

Hard work, without it… well…

Relationships are everything. 

Overdeliver as often as you can.

Beauty Secrets?

I have so many tricks up my sleeve after 20 years behind the chair. Come see some of them on my IG page.

Wellness tip?

Recently, I’ve been taking better care of myself with diet and it feels wonderful. The other best tip that I can give is to step away from so much TV, news, and social vortex. It’s easy to get caught up in things that do not bring joy.

Best advice?

Stay humble.

Favorite ways to relax?

Anywhere near or on water. Love being around the lake or ocean.

For more information, visit Daniel Mason Jones at danielmasonjones.com and follow @danielmasonjones on Instagram. 

[Image courtesy of Daniel Mason Jones]

Lizzy Sherman is an award-winning digital content writer/editor. She has been a featured guest speaker at Cal State University Northridge, Digital LA and The National Association of Audience Marketing Professionals. When she's not writing, Lizzy enjoys yoga and playing guitar. Follow her on Instagram: @zillizy