Yes, absolutely. A picture is worth a thousand words. Why? Because clients often have trouble describing what they want effectively, or try to use industry jargon but often use that jargon incorrectly.
I encourage all my clients to bring a picture or several pictures, especially with first-time appointments or for current clients interested in changing their style to something different.
“It's always great to show your stylist a picture of something you're trying to achieve so they have a good idea on how to move forward,” says Tricomi.
Don't Bring Too Many Photos
Brittaney suggests “finding two to three photos that are similar in color, cut, or style” to show your hairstylist. Bringing too many photos to flip through will make it difficult for both you and your stylist.
$50 service = $10 tip. $100 service = $20 tip. $150 service = $30 tip. $200 service = $40 tip.
"Tip 20 percent on the true total cost of the service, not the discounted cost," Schweitzer says. "The hairdresser did the same amount of work, so they deserve the same amount of tip."
One of the best ways to explain to your hairstylist what you want is to bring photos of haircuts and hair color that you like. Showing your stylist exactly what you're talking about instead of trying to describe it can make the difference between liking your new look and LOVING your new look.
Virgin hair is a hair colorist's dream because it's also much easier to color hair that doesn't already have dye on it.
Personal presentation as a hairdresser or beautician is very important as it is the first impression a client gets of you. If they don't like the look of you, it is unlikely that they are going to feel comfortable and may not trust you to complete the treatments they require.
Don't wear bright or neon colors on school picture day. Do wear rich earth or jewel tones. Avoid bright or neon colors. They may look cute to our eye, however in a photograph they are distracting.
“I would like to thank you for your wonderful work. It was a real pleasure and I love, love the hair style and the make up that you created for me! :) I have never looked so beautiful and it's all thanks to you. Also, you really helped me to relax and take the day easy.
Stylists should take cues from their clients. If the client isn't feeling chatty, they should respect that! Most won't take it personally, we understand that a lot of people like to just relax during a hair appointment and we're happy to let you enjoy some quiet time!
reason and it's all geometry. If you cut a straight line while looking straight (head. up like normal), you will have an even cut, UNTIL you. look down.
For a hairstyling appointment — whether it be for a big event, wedding, prom, or graduation — you'll want to show up with hair that's clean, but not too clean.
The general rule is to double the 15 to 20 percent you usually give, says colorist Sharon Dorram-Krause of Sharon Dorram Color at Sally Hershberger Uptown salon in New York City.
If you trust your stylist and she is educated and is giving you what you want, then why question it? “It's not rude to ask your stylist, but it's rude to tell her she's overpaid if you don't agree with a reasonable response.
In general, hairdressers prefer receiving their tips in cash, she adds, mainly because they'll get to keep more of it than they would with tips added to credit card payments.
Using 20% as a tipping baseline, here's what you'd expect to pay for the tip: $20 haircut - $4 tip. $25 haircut - $5 tip. $30 haircut - $6 tip.
“Tell your colorist in a calm way that you are unhappy with the end results. They will understand,” he assures. “Share the details of what you don't like about the color or cut, like the highlights are too chunky or the tone is too brassy.”