Per the CDC Guidelines, The State of Connecticut and the City of Norwalk, while the mandate for masks outdoors and in certain settings is lifted, it is up to the discretion of individual businesses to determine what their policy is. As of May 21, 2021, the policy of Yaffa Beauty by Rica is as follows:

1. If both the client and stylist have been fully vaccinated, can provide valid proof of vaccination (validity to be determined by Yaffa Beauty by Rica), and it has been a minimum of 14 days since the final vaccination, masks may be removed. If there is reason, either medical or due to comfort level, as determined by either the salon or the client, to wear a mask, the stylist & client will wear a mask.
2. If any party present has not been vaccinated, or proof of vaccination is in question, all parties in the salon will wear a mask.
3. If at any time an individual is uncomfortable with parties in the salon not wearing masks, all present will wear a mask.
4. Temperatures will still be checked, and a disclosure/release will still be signed prior to services taking place.
5. If you are feeling unwell, have a fever, etc, or anyone in your household or with whom you have had close contact is sick, within 24 hours prior to your appointment, you must call the salon (203-842-8388)  to determine if your appointment can take place as scheduled. A new date and time will be set based on salon availability.
6. Please refrain from bringing in outside food and beverages.
7. Be patient with us if you experience delays or longer-than-usual appointment times as we have extra steps in sanitation and disinfection to ensure your safety.
8. At this time, we ask that you pay appointments & tips by using contactless methods like Venmo, PayPal or Credit Card.

We understand that we have been looking forward for a time without masks and similar protective protocols, however, as we are in a transition time, we are sentitive to the fact that many people have different emotional and visceral responses, as well as medical and other needs. We are here to make you comfortable. And no one at Yaffa Beauty by Rica can enjoy any level of comfort if you are made to feel uneasy without masks being worn.