Queue management
Transparent digital queue for staff inside the salon. Clients do not see their place in line.
Team management
Salon commission software that calculates from real tickets
Staff submit service tickets from their phones. Fair Flow calculates each person’s commission from those tickets — so pay is based on what actually happened on the floor, not a late-night spreadsheet rebuild.
Why commission fights start on the floor
- Walk-in turns feel unfair
- Service amounts get disputed after the fact
- Managers rebuild the day from texts and memory
- Staff do not trust the numbers at payday
When tickets are clear, commission math can be clear too.
How Fair Flow calculates commissions
- 1. Staff submit ticketsTickets use accurate service pricing so the chair and the desk stay aligned.
- 2. Commission is calculatedEach person’s commission comes from the tickets they submit — not from a manual rebuild later.
- 3. Owners see summariesReview amounts per staff member with ticket summaries behind the commission.
- 4. Payroll stays where it isFair Flow does the commission math. It does not replace your payroll provider.
Still deciding on a structure? Our free salon commission calculator compares flat, graduated and hourly-versus-commission plans side by side.
What else supports fairer staff pay
Tasks and communication
Assign tasks, track completion, and communicate with staff and reception in one place.
Employee inbox
Vacation requests, schedule changes, payroll questions, maintenance, and supply requests in one inbox.
Documents and licenses
Store employee documents; get reminders before licenses or certifications expire.
Media center
Organize salon photos and content without mixing business media into personal galleries.
Smart inventory
Track inventory, shopping lists, usage, and stock health.
Smart scheduling
Staff schedules from availability, approved requests, and preferences. Not client appointment booking.
Training center
Owners upload videos, SOPs, quizzes, and training materials; track completion.
Fair Flow Points
Goals, achievements, performance tracking, and custom rewards.
Who it is for
- Salons and spas that pay staff on commission from services
- Teams with 10+ staff where walk-in fairness and ticket accuracy matter
- Owners who want commission calculated from real tickets, not reconstructed notes
- Multi-location beauty businesses that need the same ops discipline everywhere
Spreadsheet chaos vs Fair Flow
| Spreadsheets / paper | Fair Flow | |
|---|---|---|
| Commission math | Manual rebuild at payday | Calculated from staff-submitted service tickets |
| Service amounts | Easy to dispute later | Tickets with accurate pricing from phones |
| Owner visibility | Scattered notes and chats | Ticket summaries with amounts per staff member |
| Walk-in turns | Memory and arguments | Staff digital queue |
| Staff recognition | Ad hoc | Fair Flow Points |
| Ops stack | Many apps | Queue, inbox, tasks, inventory, training |
What this page does not claim
- Tips, tip pooling, or tip payouts
- Payroll export to QuickBooks, Gusto, or ADP
- Built-in payroll processing or direct deposit
- Client appointment booking or POS checkout
Pricing
- First location: $99/month
- Each additional location: $79/month
- Extra storage: $10/month per 10 GB after 5 GB
- 14-day free trial
FAQ
Does Fair Flow calculate salon commissions automatically?
Yes. Fair Flow calculates each staff member commission from the service tickets they submit from their phones.
Can owners see amounts per staff member?
Yes. Owners see ticket summaries with amounts per staff member.
Does Fair Flow include tips or tip pooling?
No.
Does this replace payroll software?
No. Fair Flow calculates commissions from service tickets. Keep your payroll provider for payday.
Does Fair Flow export payroll files?
No.
Can staff see who is next for walk-ins?
Yes. The queue is an internal tool for staff inside the salon. Clients do not see their place in line.
Does Fair Flow book client appointments?
No. Smart Scheduling is for staff schedules, not client appointment booking.
How much does it cost?
$99/month first location, $79/month each additional. 14-day free trial.
Ready for commissions that match the real floor?
Book a demo — or start your 14-day free trial.