Comments on: 3 Things Every Hairstylist Should Know

By: Sarah

Sarah — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 22:59:09 +0000

Hi! I’ve read all of your comments, and sadly, because before I was a stylist myself, I had also gone through a few traumatizing experiences with the cut my stylist would give me. After having that happen to me, I swore when I did become a professional, to never Ever have one of my clients leave with something they did not ask for. This doesn’t mean that I give them EXACTLY what they ask for the minute they sit down; I’ll recommend something on top of what they’re asking for. Whether that be recommending layers to a one length hair cut when I do know that it will not only look better, but be easier to style. If they say “sure!”, then there you go. BUT, if they Don’t seem as eager to take my suggestion, then I don’t do it. That’s why I’m so happy to be in the salon that I’m in; NO ONE will give you something that YOU do not ask for.

Consultation is by far the most important part of a salon experience. I’ll make your bangs an example, and I’m not blaming you at all. Sometimes it’s just a lack of communication. I, as a stylist, always cut bangs a little longer than what I think you as a client is showing me because bangs shrink up and get shorter naturally.

I too, disagree with what you said about products. Sometimes, when a client strongly suggests wanting a style, it comes with the territory of purchasing a bottle of sculpting foam or some cream gel to be able to recreate what I give you in the chair. Yes, you are supposed to work with the client’s hair texture, but being able to give them the flexibility of multiple styles on top of the one you give them is important.

With that said, ask your friends and family about who they see if they seem ecstatic with their hair and give their stylist a shot sometime. A GREAT stylist should be flexible, and should be able to deliver and execute multiple styles on multiple hair textures.

If anyone is in the Boston area, I REALLY suggest you take a look at our website and give us a try if you’ve ever had an unpleasant experience. I can guarantee you’ll leave feeling like a million bucks.

By: ohiit

ohiit — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:51:49 +0000

Nice. I share the same opinion as well. There is nothing more or less which I couldn’t agree more. No matter guys or ladies need a haircut. The hairstylist must know how to listen, communicate and have eye for what the customers want for their hair features. And you are right sometimes price counts to a degree of how worthy the hair would looks good on you.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 19:07:28 +0000

My god, this is the argument I have gotten into with almost 80% of the hairstylists I’ve tried so far. They always do at least one of the following:

1) Keep asking if I want to do some stupid treatment.
2) Show me photos of Japanese/Korean/Taiwanese inspired hairdos when I have explicitly told them that I do NOT want any of those. Just because I am Asian does not mean my face will automatically fit into one of those hairdos.
3) Give me a hair cut which requires LOTS of styling when the very first point I always make is “Minimal styling. 2 pumps of hair gel max.”

And you are right, they assume they have free reign of their customers’ hair. They always give me cuts which they think are the “trend” or something they feel is their “unique creation”.

Creation my foot! The thing is, customers may or may not have a definite idea of what they want, and perhaps most prefer not to, hoping that they may trust the hairstylist’s advice. But almost 100% know what they DON’T want and state so. Yet, the hairstylists here just brazenly ignore what has been instructed and have the nerve to feel self-satisfied after the cut. Grrrr!

By: Regina

Regina — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:03:37 +0000

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By: K Smith

K Smith — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 04:20:42 +0000

@Ivy: anytime, my dear. I've had my share of crappy cuts/stylists/experiences too!!

By: Ivy

Ivy — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:31:02 +0000

@K Smith: Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment! It’s very reassuring to know that there are stylists like you who understand the needs of your customers!

Thanks for the advice too!

By: Halley

Halley — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 02:24:28 +0000

Oi I know exactly why you mean. Especially when it comes to the bangs! I’m sitting there telling them not too short but always, always they cut it too short. I even show them where to stop but nooo. Anyway I hope your hair is alright now, sorry you had to go through all that.

By: Katy

Katy — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 18:54:00 +0000

Ahhh where did my comment go!!! Grrr..

Anyway reminds me I have to get a hair cut.. I get mine cut like once a year even though I know I should do it every 6 weeks or so but I’m so lazy plus I haven’t found a stylist I like yet. =S

By: chanel

chanel — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:14:35 +0000

I completely agree. Most of these hairstylists are overzealous and NEVER want to listen to YOU. I’ve been doing my own hair for 15 years and whenever I did go to a stylist, I hated it. Sometimes my cousin does it, but that’s because she instills the same qualities you mentioned in this blog.

By: Ivy

Ivy — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 18:08:35 +0000

@kirin: Hi Kirin! It’s from Rasysa. I’ve actually used that site for a few years already. Found it in one of the asian pop music forums. It’s really really helpful since they recommend cuts by face shape, amount of hair etc.

Your post seems to have more links! I’ll add your link to the post! Thanks!

The best hair stylist I’ve come across in Singapore is actually Japanese. Quite expensive and very popular so I have to book a few days in advance. She’s the one who cut my hair in the picture. Very very happy with her.

Couldn’t go back to her today since I didn’t book and was really in need of a trim. Sigh. I really regretted my decision.