A picture more than helps!!

Ever see a magazine ad with a head of hair you just love whether it be color, cut or style? Tear that thing out and bring it in!! Each client has their own idea of what color, cut or style they wish to have but don't always know the words or jargon we stylist in the salon use. It can be the make or break point in getting what you really want and feeling "good to be you" when you leave. There is so much misinterpretation going on in the salon at the point of consultation.
So, what is the best approach to a consultation?  First of all, ask for one!! A lot of time stylists are trying to stay on time and that results in a stylist who has very little "wiggle" room.  But if you are going to change your style, cut or color inform your stylist or receptionist at the time of booking your appointment. It's best to have at least 10 solid minutes to chat, look at pix and nail the idea down.

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Raleigh NC

Secondly, consider this before you change: What is your maintenance plan or ability to maintain that new style? Will you need an appointment more often? Will you need  a new curling iron/flat iron? New hair styling products? Will you need a blow dry lesson? New brush? Extra 20 minutes each morning? Do you need or have to have a pony tail?  Unnoticeable root regrowth? Can you afford the new service on a regular basis? All of these questions are part of a consultation as well.  Thirdly, can your current stylist interpret what it is your saying/explaining AND execute? That's the key right there. You may have very well brought in all the right pix, explained in detail but your stylist may have other ideas or simply cannot deliver.  If you can, look at his/her portfolio and see if you see anything that resembles your ideas/desires. Most stylists, however do want to please you and give you what you want; and be happy!

PamPerryHair.com
Raleigh NC

So, here are my suggestions:

•  Take out a magazine or two and tear out 3-5 pix of ideas you like.
•  Ask for consultation while making your appointment so they build extra 10-15 into the appointment.
•  Be realistic about what your asking for.  A low maintenance gal doesn't need highlights, low lights, roots touched up and a glaze every 4-5 weeks. That's high expectations. A compromise may need to be made.
• See if your stylist has done what your asking and can execute your ideas. Also, keep your expectations realistic as well. You may not have the hair texture, length or quality that your mag pic has. You  may not have the skill to style or curl as the picture however you could learn.

Also, be open to new ideas from your stylist. If he or she suggests something new, different, fresh or modern, inquire more. A little alteration is good from time to time.
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