Hair Salon Etiquette

Hair Salon Etiquette

by | Oct 12, 2021 | Hair Salons

Would you like to know how to make a good first impression at the hair salon? Follow these 7 easy steps and your next visit will be a breeze.  Here is some salon etiquette to make a good first impression and have a great trip to the salon.

1. Be on time

No one likes waiting for their appointment, so show up early enough that if anything happens, they can still fit you in.  Not only is being late inconsiderate of your stylist’s time you make her late for all of her other appointments as well.  You wouldn’t appreciate waiting because someone else was late so respect their time.

2. Cancellations

Stuff happens and you may have to cancel an appointment or reschedule.  Most hairdressers have no problem with that…as long as you give them sufficient notice.  Time is money to a hairdresser so giving them enough advance notice to fill your time slot is the least you can do.  At least 24 hours notice is recommended if not more.

3. Ask questions

Your stylist is there to help keep your experience enjoyable and give you the best haircut possible so don’t be afraid to ask questions.  Ask for their recommendations as far as care for your style and the type of products you should be using on your hair.

4. Be honest with your opinion

If you don’t like your hairstyle or color then let them know, it will help establish better communication in the future.  Be tactful, you don’t want any hurt feelings but there is nothing wrong with being honest, especially if you love it.

5. Don’t come in with unrealistic expectations

Hairdressers can do some incredible things to make your hair look amazing, all that being said they aren’t miracle workers.  They can’t make thin hair thick nor will getting the “Rachel” turn you into Jennifer Aniston.  Talk to your hairdresser about the style you want and if they can make it work for you.

6. If something doesn’t feel right about the cut, speak up

If you think your stylist is cutting too much off, the color is wrong or anything else then speak up so they can fix it.  If you don’t tell them you can end up with a haircut you hate for months while waiting for it to grow out.

7. Tipping

Tipping is required however, it is customary.  As to how much you should tip, it is about the same as at a restaurant so somewhere between 15-20%.  Bear in mind that if you had an unruly child and the stylist did everything possible to make the situation better then be generous, they deserve it.

There you have it, everything you need to know about salon etiquette and how to be as courteous as possible to your stylist.

How to Have a Good Experience at the Salon

How to Have a Good Experience at the Salon

by | Oct 5, 2021 | Hair Salons

Every woman has come home from the hair salon, looked in the mirror, and been utterly devastated by a bad haircut.  The cut is too short, the color is wrong and you start wondering what you will look like with a wig.  A bad haircut is worse than a bad hair day it is months of bad hair days and who wants that?  On the other hand, when you get a great haircut that you love your stylist becomes your new bestie.  Let’s look at how to have a good experience at the salon and avoid months of anxiety waiting for your hair to grow out.

Communication is Everything

According to Janet Nicol of MacGregor Hairdressing, you need to be able to tell your stylist exactly what you want.  Bring pictures, that will make it easier.  Sit down with your stylist for a couple of minutes to discuss the type of hair you have, the style you want, and the color they all factor in giving you a style you love.  A good stylist will keep notes of your preferences on file for the next time that you come into the salon.

While we’re talking about communication, you need to listen to your stylist too, they will let you know if the style you want won’t work with your hair.  Here’s an example, if you have your heart set on a pixie cut but you have very curly hair you may end up looking like a Brillo pad.  Other styles are going to be a lot of work to maintain, beach waves may look easy but they require a blowout and styling every day to keep the look.

A Comfortable Salon

A salon is a place where you get pampered so you should be in a place that is warm and inviting and where you feel completely comfortable.  Can you chat casually with your stylist, are there magazines to read while under the dryer?  Is the waiting area comfortable?  Many salons offer water, tea or coffee for their patrons while they are waiting for their appointment.  The last thing you want is a salon that runs like an assembly line.  You also want a salon that is clean and sanitized regularly.  Do the stylists sweep up between clients?  Cleanliness is incredibly important.

Cost and Location

Lastly you want a salon that is close to your home or work, if you have to travel an hour to get to an appointment you won’t make them as often as you should.  You also want to find a salon that works with your budget.  A day at the salon is a day of pampering but you don’t want it to be a luxury that you can’t afford regularly.