While other women at Luxe hair salon in Annapolis talked about what looks they envisioned, Lisa Jones kept to herself.

She sipped her black coffee as her wavy red hair hid parts of her face.

“OK, ladies, is this everyone who's getting a haircut today?” the salon's co-owner said while looking at the sign-up list.

Jones sheepishly raised her hand.

On Monday, Jones was among several residents of the Light House to receive free hair and skin services at the Annapolis salon. During the past three holiday seasons, the salon has provided complimentary services to women staying at shelters in the region.

The women were chosen by the shelters' managers.

“I've never won anything in my life,” said Jones, who has been staying at the Light House since early December.

The final product makes both the stylists and clients feel good, said Sally Erber, the salon's co-owner and creative director.

She said the salon requested the shelter choose residents who are mothers.

“They put themselves last,” Erber said. “We want to help someone who has a new job or even a mom that gives too much of themselves. We like making women feel good.”

Christmas music played in the background as the women's toddlers ran around the salon with bagels in their hands. The salon, typically closed on Mondays, had holiday decorations throughout and signs that said “The world is your oyster” and “Keep calm and call your stylist.”

The women and stylists chatted about the holidays and how the season has gone by too fast. They discussed the unusual weather and how they fared in Saturday's ice storm.

Erber and Light House resident Genevieve Deweaver discussed reality shows such as “America's Next Top Model.” One of models looked like Deweaver, Erber said.

“I'm going to do your hair just like that,” she said.

For Lakesha Ferrell of Prince George's County, the services came as a relaxing distraction. She and her 2-year-old daughter, Journey, have lived at the Light House for a week. While her stay is temporary, Ferrell said, she's been impressed with its services.

She's been able to stay in her own room and receive counseling. And now, she gets a haircut and eyebrow waxing.

“They get you where you need to be,” Ferrell said of the Light House.

All of the women at the salon come from different situations, Jones said, but everyone seemed a bit brighter.

She was excited to show her new hair to her case worker, and planned to give candy canes to the children staying at the Light House.

As the stylist sprayed the finishing touches on Jones' hair, she gave her tips on how to maintain her bangs. Jones likes her haircut because she can still put her hair in a ponytail.

“I feel like myself,” she said.