Client Retention • Win-Back

Win-Back Campaigns: Reclaim Lost Clients

Every lapsed client was once a loyal client. With the right approach, they can be again.

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The Lapsed Client Problem

Clients disappear. Life gets busy, they try a new place, or they simply forget about you. Without action, they're gone forever.

The Cost of Inaction

30%
of clients lapse yearly
5x
cheaper to retain vs acquire
$0
revenue from lost clients

Identifying Lapsed Clients

Know when clients are slipping away:

60 days
At Risk

Past typical rebooking window. Time for a gentle nudge.

90 days
Lapsing

Definitely overdue. Win-back campaign needed.

180 days
Lapsed

Significant time gone. Stronger offer needed.

365+ days
Lost

Very hard to recover. Last-chance effort.

The Win-Back Sequence

1
Personal Check-In (90 days)

"Hi Sarah, we haven't seen you in a while! Hope everything's okay. Ready to book your next appointment?"

2
Value Reminder (105 days)

"Remember that balayage you loved? Book now and get 15% off your next color service."

3
Stronger Offer (120 days)

"We miss you! Here's 25% off any service this month. Hope to see you soon."

4
Last Chance (180 days)

"It's been a while! We'd love to welcome you back. Special offer just for you."

Personalization is Key

Generic (Low Response)

"We miss you! Come back for 20% off."

Feels like mass marketing

Personalized (High Response)

"Hi Sarah! Your gorgeous highlights are probably growing out. Here's 20% off your next color with Maria."

Feels like a friend reaching out

Personalized win-backs convert 3x better than generic ones.

Win-Back Offer Ideas

✓
Percentage off — 20-30% off next service. Simple, effective.
✓
Free add-on — "Free deep conditioning with your cut." Adds value without discounting.
✓
Upgrade — "Book a cut, get upgraded to cut + style."
✓
Free product sample — Include a take-home sample with their service.
✓
Priority booking — "We've reserved your preferred time with [stylist]."

Win-Back ROI

Monthly Impact

Lapsed clients (90+ days)50
Win-back response rate15%
Clients recovered7-8
Average annual value per client$500
Annual value recovered$3,500+

Automating Win-Back

AI makes win-back effortless:

Manual Win-Back

  • • Pull reports of lapsed clients
  • • Write personalized messages
  • • Send individually
  • • Track responses
  • • Follow up manually
Time: 5+ hours/month

AI-Powered Win-Back

  • • Auto-identifies lapsed clients
  • • Personalizes messages automatically
  • • Sends at optimal times
  • • Handles responses
  • • Books appointments directly
Time: Set and forget

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Salon Client Retention Guide

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Related Topics

Prevention

Rebooking Strategy

Prevent lapsing first

Automation

Automated Reminders

Stay top of mind

Experience

Personalization

Make it personal

Frequently Asked Questions

A targeted outreach to clients who haven't visited in a while (typically 3-6+ months). The goal is to re-engage them before they become permanently lost to competitors.

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