Getting a great haircut that you love
Many women hate their hair. The sad part of this statement is that they do not hate their hair because it is growing out, or the color is fading, they hated it from the second they left the salon. Almost every woman can tell you a horror story of a time they left the salon with a cut that was too short, or a style that just did not suit them. The following are some tips for getting a great hair cut that you are going to love, and not annoying your stylist in the process.
Tip #1: Pick the right stylist for you.
Your hair stylist is the person who holds the fate of your hair in their hands, and not all stylists are created equal. Some stylists are awesome for cuts, others for colors, some great at men's cuts, others great with curly hair, but few are great at it all. So, when you go into a salon, find the stylist that is going to fit your style, hair type, etc. best. For example, find someone who specializes in super-curly cuts if you have super curly hair. Or find someone with short funky hair if that is what you want. If you choose a stylist with long locks and a basic cut, they may not be as in tune with what works on short, choppy hair styles. So, if you need a new stylist, call a large salon and ask for the stylist whose specialty is what you want.
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Tip #2: Take in a picture.
While many people think it is a slightly embarrassing to take in a photo of a famous person and ask for a replica haircut, it annoys stylists to no end if a client has a picture in their head of what they want, and tries to explain it. The fact is, 9 times out of 10, the idea you have, and the one you create for the stylist is going to be different, which leads to disappointment. So, take in a few pictures of cuts you like, and ask the stylist if they are going to suit your face shape and hair type before they start cutting.
Tip #3: Do not say, "Do whatever you want."
If you say this you get one of two results, a very boring cut because they are in a hurry and want to get you out of there, or you get to be the practice dummy for a look they are dying to try out, whether it is right for you or not. It's rarely a good idea to give your hair completely over to a stylist. After all, you are the one who has to live with the cut, not them, so instead, give some guidelines, and let them explore from there if you are not sure of what exactly you want, but have them run it by you first. For example, say, "I want it no shorter than this (show) but I want something fun and funky, what do you suggest?"
Tip #4: When talking length, show with your hands.
Ok, if you have heard the horror stories, the biggest is usually that someone went in for a trim or a reshape and left with eight inches off. If you want to keep your hair a certain length, do not just say so, show them. Do not say "Three inches." Take your hand and say, "No shorter than this!"
If you notice they are going shorter, give them a reminder. Sometimes they get carried away.
Tip #5: Ask for a consultation to be scheduled for before your cut.
The fact is, if you are not going in for a basic reshape or trim, but a whole new look, then you will want to ask your stylist for a consultation. Be honest with them about the time and ability you have to spend on your hair, whether that is 10 minutes a morning, or an hour. Talk to them about how much product you are willing to use. Then ask them to discuss with you what they think is best and why.
Tip #6: Listen to your stylist.
Your stylist will, or at least should, know if a cut, color, or look is going to be bad for you, or take longer than the time you normally give yourself to get your hair done in the morning.
