What should you not say to your hair stylist?

Author: Prof. Erna Schaden  |  Last update: Sunday, February 12, 2023

What should you not talk about in a salon?

There a few topics of conversation that stylist generally know to stay away from including politics, religion and health problems. The job of a stylist is to brighten the client's day AND give a good service. Generally speaking anything negative should be avoided.

What do hairstylists hate?

What hairdressers wish you knew?

How do you know if your hairstylist doesn't like you?

Things YOU DON'T say to your Hairstylist

How do I know if my hair stylist is good?

Can I tell my hairstylist to do whatever they want?

You can still call the salon to speak with your stylist and explain what you're seeing and what you don't like about it,” says Kandasamy. “Your stylist wants nothing more than to fix things for you and do whatever they can to make things right,” adds Du. “Explain what you were expecting and be very specific.

What not to do before a hair appointment?

It's generally not ideal to arrive with heavy product build-up from styling your hair the day of your appointment, especially if you're getting a dry cut or highlights before washing. It can cause hair color to go on unevenly and affect how your hair stylist evaluates your pre-cut hair type and texture.

What color should I wear to my hair appointment?

We love plain black tops as a contrast to highlight your blonde, but plain grey, white and nude are also great so we can photograph the hair best on a plan and neutral background. Patterns and colours on clothing can be distracting which shifts the focus and voids the purpose of the image.

Is $50 a good tip for hair stylist?

Remember the golden rule: "You should tip 20 percent on the entire service cost, not per individual," says Schweitzer. So if your haircut and blow-dry cost $40 total, and your color was $60, your total service cost comes to $100. That means you should tip $20 divided between the colorist and stylist.

Do hairdressers like clean or dirty hair?

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.

Do hairdressers want your hair clean or dirty?

Come In With Relatively Clean Hair

While it's okay for your hair to be somewhat dirty before an appointment (it's okay if you've gone a couple of days without a wash!), if you think your hair is overly dirty, your stylist probably will too.

Do hairdressers hate when you don't know what you want?

A stylist can definitely help you narrow things down (bringing in some pictures is never a bad idea!), but you shouldn't go in without a somewhat clear idea of what you want. If you don't have a clear idea, there's no way the stylist will — increasing the chances you'll be unhappy!

Do hairstylists like it when you bring a picture?

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.

What not to do at the salon?

Is it rude to go to another hair stylist in the same salon?

A: Clients switch stylists for hundreds of reasons. It doesn't mean the stylist did anything wrong, but that the new stylist was a better fit for the client's needs and desires. Stick with the stylist who best fits your needs and style preferences at that time.

What is an unprofessional hair color?

Essentially, anything that isn't blonde, brown, black, or gray is a no-go.

How do you know if a hair color suits you?

What should I say during hair appointment?

What are 3 do's and don'ts or hair care?

Should you shower the day of a hair appointment?

Ask Your Stylist to Be Sure

If your stylist doesn't give you a clear answer, use the general rule: If your hair feels dirty or gross to you, it will for your stylist, too. Wash your hair before your appointment if it's feeling greasy, dirty, or overly textured due to products.

How many hours before an event should you get your hair done?

For the bride and a bridal party of four, we suggest starting to get ready four to five hours before the ceremony begins. This will provide ample time for hair, makeup, and photos. Add an hour and a half for each additional bridal party member (or subtract the same amount of time for smaller wedding parties).

Why do hairdressers tell you to look down?

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.

When should you break up with your hairstylist?

What to do if a stylist ruins your hair?