Every time I go to a salon and tell them I want a change and would like their input on what color and style would look best, they act like I’m crazy. They want me to tell them what I want. How do I get a hair makeover? Is there something I should say? I’ve told them what colors and cuts have looked good on me in the past, explained why I’m not happy with it now. They just give me a blank stare.
I’m a hairstylist and i think a lot of stylists are hesitant to do “ whatever!” To someone’s hair because they’ve been burned in the past. A lot of times when people say whatever the client actually has a very long list of things they don’t like- it’s too light, too dark, too long, too short. It’s important to tell the stylist what you want as well as what you don’t want.
Personally I'd be terrified of giving total control of my look to someone. I admire the courage.
Following this train of thought, maybe the stylist really wasn't want to be the one to make the decision and have the client hate it, which could become a big mess depending how dramatic the client is. I've worked in coffee shops and the amount of people that want their money back after getting a drink that the barista was given freedom to choose kept us from recommending personal favorites and just describing the popular drinks in hopes the client chose something.
Not saying this applies to you, especially since you're the one asking for the change. As it's been commented, depends on the stylist and I'd give it a try finding someone willing to enjoy this freedom.
My advice would be stating that yes, you want a makeover, but also maybe having pictures or ideas you'd like to try. Then the stylist has something to work on and can contribute more than just "I want a complete change" and no idea what you'd like.
I’m a hairstylist and i think a lot of stylists are hesitant to do “ whatever!” To someone’s hair because they’ve been burned in the past. A lot of times when people say whatever the client actually has a very long list of things they don’t like- it’s too light, too dark, too long, too short. It’s important to tell the stylist what you want as well as what you don’t want.
Personally I'd be terrified of giving total control of my look to someone. I admire the courage.
Following this train of thought, maybe the stylist really wasn't want to be the one to make the decision and have the client hate it, which could become a big mess depending how dramatic the client is. I've worked in coffee shops and the amount of people that want their money back after getting a drink that the barista was given freedom to choose kept us from recommending personal favorites and just describing the popular drinks in hopes the client chose something.
Not saying this applies to you, especially since you're the one asking for the change. As it's been commented, depends on the stylist and I'd give it a try finding someone willing to enjoy this freedom.
My advice would be stating that yes, you want a makeover, but also maybe having pictures or ideas you'd like to try. Then the stylist has something to work on and can contribute more than just "I want a complete change" and no idea what you'd like.
Research salons, and more importantly their owners. A good salon has "artist" not just the standard stylist. If you look at their web-page, you should see updates as to what competitions, events and training they are/ have been participating in. A good salon encourages ongoing, professional development. Once you find one, schedule a consultation first (preferably with the owner). You will likely get same day service, but it gives you a chance to collaborate and decide what you want and how to go about getting it. At this point you will also get a price quote. This can be pricey, but maintenance cost will be much lower, and in the long run it saves you money since you will be happy with the results.
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