Thursday, March 25, 2010
Hairstylist / Client relationships
"A client/hairstylist relationship is a lot like dating. You go through that honeymoon phase where "she rocks your hair world", then sometimes it gets stale, and of course, there are times when you just don't see eye to eye. This is perfectly normal, but if the stale part of the relationship hasn't gotten better in the past three or four haircuts, it may just be time to move on. This is an especially hard breakup if the two of you have been together for a long time! If your not ready to move on to some one less stale. Maybe it's time to speak up ! I know I don't enjoy stale... But, sometimes we need some " GO AHEAD" girl from our clients. Let, me know your willing to make a change in a new style and trust my talent and I will show you what " It's all about " I don't want to be labeled as a stylist who just does what ever I want, when I want. But, if you give me the green light... my ideas and creativity starts flowing. If your thinking of " breaking up with your stylist " You might be thinking.... So what do you say? 'It's not you, it's me.' 'I just need some space.' That's a start. But once again, I think honesty is the way to go. Of course you can just ignore her, never call again, and hope you don't run into her somewhere public with new highlights, but I think the better route is to just let her know that you need a change. Have the respect to give your stylist one more chance or a clue that your not happy or moving on... maybe you both are stuck in a rut. Try something new ! Like I said before, as a hairstylist, I know that all relationships aren't perfect and that I don't always get what my clients are looking for. I'd rather they loved the hair that they have to look at everyday, than worry about hurting my feelings. If that means moving on to a new hairstylist. Or just speaking up about their likes or dislikes. One thing I have learned for sure, you can't wear your feelings on your SMOCK. Leave your feelings at the door when you come to work. Because it's nothing personal VISA / VERSA.... Ask me if I think you can pull off a color or a style and YOU MAY NOT ALWAYS LIKE MY ANSWER. I am here to help you. Not hurt you. I wont send you out the door, looking like a train wreck. LOL. Besides that I have worked on referral base only for five years I wouldn't want " bad advertisement " right ? YOUR HAPPINESS MATTERS. The first step in awesome hair Or hair that rocks your hair world ... Is communication. The client, knowing what she wants better yet knowing what she doesn't want. That is helpful. If you have communication .... YOU HAVE AMAZING HAIR. I am the type of stylist who won't do what " I THINK " you said.... I do what you said.... Unless, of course your one of the " DO WHATEVER YOU, WANT SHERYLE" kinda clients. GOD LOVE THEM. LOL. They allow me to do what I know how to do and what I have been trained and have skills to do. It feels good to know that I am trusted. Hair is my passion. I don't just do hair... I create hair. Its not about following a pattern, doing a basic hair cut. It's about understanding your clients needs, wants, and also giving them a style that they love. Honesty & communication make for a happy healthy hair relationship.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Product...
Hot Oil Treatment – Since this type of hair treatment often has high levels of acidity such as extra virgin oil, it can easily strip the color from the hair. If you want to use a hot oil treatment, just make sure it is a product designed specifically for color-treated hair.
Chemical Treatment – Using products such as straighteners, relaxers, and permanents, which are all comprised of chemicals, can cause damage to the hair’s hue. Depending on the product of choice, you might even experience broken, spongy, or brittle hair. It's very important that your use heat guard.
Color Glaze or Gloss – Ask your colorist about having glaze, or gloss applied to your hair at the time of coloring. In addition to extending the life of your hair’s color, this will also seal the hair’s cuticle. You can choose from a semi-permanent gloss that is applied with or without heat, both helping extend the color in a safe and healthy manner. These treatments also give your hair more shine, producing a beautiful color reflection."
Chemical Treatment – Using products such as straighteners, relaxers, and permanents, which are all comprised of chemicals, can cause damage to the hair’s hue. Depending on the product of choice, you might even experience broken, spongy, or brittle hair. It's very important that your use heat guard.
Color Glaze or Gloss – Ask your colorist about having glaze, or gloss applied to your hair at the time of coloring. In addition to extending the life of your hair’s color, this will also seal the hair’s cuticle. You can choose from a semi-permanent gloss that is applied with or without heat, both helping extend the color in a safe and healthy manner. These treatments also give your hair more shine, producing a beautiful color reflection."
Shampoo.....
.. Before Color – not advised to have your hair colored if your hair is clean. Actually, you should not shampoo your hair for 24 to 48 hours before the color is added. The reason is that you need your scalp to have some natural oils present, which helps the color adhere better. Additionally, with an unwashed scalp, the color will penetrate deeper into the hair follicles, making it last longer. In addition to an unwashed scalp helping the color stay, it will also act as a protective barrier so that your head does not become irritated from the chemicals in hair color. Therefore, the longer you can go without washing your hair before you have color applied the better.
After Color – Just as you want the scalp to be unwashed for up to 48 hours before the hair color is applied, you also want to wait for 24 to 48 hours after the color is added before shampooing. By waiting to wash your hair, the color has more time to absorb, meaning it will be richer and more consistent. Although it might be tempting to wash your hair in 24 hours or less, you will have a more beautiful head of hair if you wait.
Everyday – Many people wash their hair on a daily basis simply because they like a clean head of hair. However, if your hair is colored, each time you wash it, even with permanent coloring, some fading will occur due to the sulfates found in many shampoos. Then in addition to the shampoo, conditioners and other hairstyle products do not provide any protection whatsoever to the sun’s rays, which also cause hair color to go through a slow oxidation process. Therefore, instead of shampooing and conditioning your hair on a daily basis, as you normally do, extend that time to every second or third day to help the color last longer."
After Color – Just as you want the scalp to be unwashed for up to 48 hours before the hair color is applied, you also want to wait for 24 to 48 hours after the color is added before shampooing. By waiting to wash your hair, the color has more time to absorb, meaning it will be richer and more consistent. Although it might be tempting to wash your hair in 24 hours or less, you will have a more beautiful head of hair if you wait.
Everyday – Many people wash their hair on a daily basis simply because they like a clean head of hair. However, if your hair is colored, each time you wash it, even with permanent coloring, some fading will occur due to the sulfates found in many shampoos. Then in addition to the shampoo, conditioners and other hairstyle products do not provide any protection whatsoever to the sun’s rays, which also cause hair color to go through a slow oxidation process. Therefore, instead of shampooing and conditioning your hair on a daily basis, as you normally do, extend that time to every second or third day to help the color last longer."
Considering Hair Color ?
"If your considering having your hair colored, before you do, you should seek good advice on hair color. While millions of people purchase over-the-counter color products to change the appearance of their hair, many of these products are causing significant damage.
To get advice on hair color, start with your stylist. If she is not an expert in coloring, then you want to find someone who is. This is very important not just for the final look of your hair but also for the healthy of your hair. Obviously, for many people, changing hair color is a part of normal life. Some men and women will simply choose a different shade of their natural color while other individuals choose a color completely different. Just as the choice in hair color varies, so do the reasons why the change is made.
Now,remember that changing the color of your hair is not a bad thing but you owe it to your hair to start with good advice on hair color. Whether you are looking to add a little color to cover gray, changing color because you want to keep up with the latest trend, or simply bored and want something new and exciting, you still want to get advice on hair color.
Regardless of the reason or the color chosen, nothing is more frustrating than spending good money on hair color only to have it fade quickly, or to have your hair damaged beyond repair. If interested in having your hair colored but want to make sure it will last as long as possible, consider the advice on hair color taken from several leading colorists:"
To get advice on hair color, start with your stylist. If she is not an expert in coloring, then you want to find someone who is. This is very important not just for the final look of your hair but also for the healthy of your hair. Obviously, for many people, changing hair color is a part of normal life. Some men and women will simply choose a different shade of their natural color while other individuals choose a color completely different. Just as the choice in hair color varies, so do the reasons why the change is made.
Now,remember that changing the color of your hair is not a bad thing but you owe it to your hair to start with good advice on hair color. Whether you are looking to add a little color to cover gray, changing color because you want to keep up with the latest trend, or simply bored and want something new and exciting, you still want to get advice on hair color.
Regardless of the reason or the color chosen, nothing is more frustrating than spending good money on hair color only to have it fade quickly, or to have your hair damaged beyond repair. If interested in having your hair colored but want to make sure it will last as long as possible, consider the advice on hair color taken from several leading colorists:"
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