7 Methods to Getting What You Want From Your HairStylist:
“I wanted to offer some help to women and men who might find it difficult to find the right hairdresser. Your hair is an important part of your personal message. Getting the right look takes some effort. Fortunately, here you’ll find seven ways to get started right away.”
Step 1…Think about what you want.
Look at people on the street. Browse through magazines. If you see something that appeals to you, clip it. Keep in mind your hair’s natural texture and color and the shape of your face.
Step 2..Express yourself.
Talk to your hairdresser. Even though you’re not a stylist, you can still explain what you’re thinking. Describe yourself, what you do, how much time you spend on your hair, and the look you’re after. This is the kind of communication I aim to achieve with my clients.
Step 3…Listen carefully.
Have a conversation and see what your stylist suggests. Ask questions. How he or she responds is key. Do they believe in natural looks or dramatic changes? Are their opinions about hair design similar to yours? Most importantly, are they willing to work with you to meet your needs?
Step 4…Disagreeing doesn’t mean being disagreeable.
If you don’t agree, say so. It is possible to disagree in a positive way, in a way that doesn’t alienate your stylist. After all, you’re the client and you should get what you want!
Step 5…Make a decision.
Ask all the questions you want, but remember, it’s your image and your choice. You’re the one who will be wearing the style for the next six weeks, every minute,until your next visit. If you come to see , you will always make the final call.
Step 6…Watch the hair style while it’s happening.
Observe how the cut is progressing. The execution should be according to the plan you discussed beforehand. If not, speak up. Don’t wait until after it’s too late and you’re not satisfied. Then watch the blowout and see how your hairdresser styles your hair. Is the finished product something you can repeat by yourself? Ask the hairdresser to explain the styling process to you. What products were used? The important thing here is to understand how to maintain the look.
Step 7…Give yourself a couple of days.
If you discover a legitimate mistake, tell your hairdresser. Is he annoyed? Does he try to blame you? If so, you’re in the wrong salon with the wrong stylist. I want to hear your problems because it’s the only way that we can address them. And of course I like to hear “thank you” for a job well done! I want to communicate because I believe in the equity of relationships. In other words, over time, I get a loyal client and you get better haircuts!
7 Methods of Hair Coloring
Thinking About Coloring Your Hair?Whether you are interested in a subtle change or trying an entirely new look, enhancing your hair color can make the difference. Remember that hair is the accessory you wear every day.
Coloring Methods:
Method #1: Temporary Color
Method #2: Semi-Permanent Color
Method #3: Demi-Permanent Color
Method #4: Permanent Color
Method #5: Highlights
Method #6: Lowlights
Method #7: Double Process
Method 1…Temporary Color:
Temporary color is the simplest way to try out that new look you’ve been thinking about! It’s also great for quick touch ups or to eliminate yellow tones from gray hair. The main drawback to using temporary color is that consistency is hard to achieve. In addition, because of its temperamental nature, this type of color may rub off on clothes or pillow cases and may run in the presence of moisture.
Color Duration: 1 – 2 shampoos
Ingredients: contains no peroxide or ammonia
Time in Salon: 20 minutes
Hair Penetration: coats the cuticle
Frequency of Application: with every shampoo
Method 2…Semi-Permanent Color:
Semi-permanent color works best for those who want a moderate change in color intensity. Frequently used to enrich or enhance your natural color, semi-permanent coloring deposits color only. A sensational coloring method for those with 10% – 20% gray in their hair, semi-permanent color can blend away the gray with natural-looking highlights.
Color Duration: 4 – 6 shampoos
Ingredients: contains no peroxide
Time in Salon: 1.5 hours
Hair Penetration: into the cuticle, 2nd layer of hair
Frequency of Application: 1 – 4 weeks
Method 3…Demi-Permanent Color:
Demi-permanent color is a longer lasting alternative for men and women who want the benefits of semi-permanent color, such as enhancing tone and blending away gray. You can also brighten your hair one level lighter than your regular shade with demi-permanent color.
Color Duration: 6 – 20 shampoos
Ingredients: little or no peroxide, little or no ammonia
Time in Salon: 1.5 hours
Hair Penetration: deposits between cuticle and cortex
Frequency of Application: touch up re-growth every 4-6 week.
Method 4…Permanent Color:
Don’t be surprised if permanent color is the method of choice for your stylist/colorist! You can achieve 100% coverage as well as 100% consistent results with proper selection and application of permanent hair color. Even the most dramatic change can become a reality.
Color Duration: permanent
Ingredients: peroxide, ammonia
Time in Salon: 1.5 hours
Hair Penetration: cuticle is opened and color is deposited in the cortex.
Frequency of Application: touch up re-growth every 4 – 6 weeks
Method 5…Highlights:
Highlights is a versatile process that can create looks from sun-kissed to dramatic. Highlights lift the color in individual strands of hair to heighten the level of lightness in your hair. Highlights can provide you with brilliant, lustrous hair. This is achieved by weaving selected hair strands and applying formula using foils, to allow more precise and direct access to the hair.
Color Duration: permanent; bonus – re-growth of roots is not as apparent
Ingredients: peroxide, bleach, ammonia (depending on formula)
Time in Salon: 1.5 – 2.5 hours
Hair Penetration: highlights lift the pigment from the cortex.
Frequency of Application: touch up re-growth every 4 – 12 weeks
Method 6…Lowlights:
Lowlights can subtly integrate a natural crescendo of color through the hair, or can be used to accentuate styles by bringing a deeper color through larger sections. Lowlights are often the best option for individuals who wish to blend away gray hair in a natural looking way. (Men especially prefer this method.) Lowlights are achieved by weaving selected hair strands and applying color using foils. This application method allows more precise and direct access to the hair.
Color Duration: permanent; bonus – re-growth of roots is not as apparent
Ingredients: peroxide, ammonia
Time in Salon: 1.5 – 2.5 hours
Hair Penetration: cuticle is opened and color is deposited in the cortex.
Frequency of Application: touch up re-growth every 4 – 12 weeks
Method 7…Double Process:
Ultra-dramatic change can be yours with double process coloring. Using this method, hair can be lightened more than four levels. With the double coloring process, the color is lifted from your hair and your desired color is then deposited.
Expert precision is required to achieve the consistency necessary to make this choice work. Remember, a double process coloring results in dramatic change, therefore a consultation with your colorist is a must.
Color Duration: permanent
Ingredients: peroxide, ammonia, bleach
Time in Salon: 2 – 4 hours
Hair Penetration: cuticle is opened and color is removed from the cortex. A new color is then deposited into the cortex through the cuticle.
Frequency of Application: touch up re-growth every 3 – 4 weeks.
7 Methods to Perfect Hair Extensions
Step 1…Define Your personal hair goals.
Extensions today are revolutionizing the hair fashion scene. Celebrities are going for that quick wow they get with a noticeable change of look. With hair extensions you can achieve subtle to extreme changes in style. They introduce a variety of styling options without irreversible changes to your natural hair. You can opt for changes to length and thickness, and choose styles that are straight, curly or wavy.
Think about what you want your extensions to do for you. Then, keeping your hair goals in mind, review your options below and decide what kind of commitment you want to make from an upkeep and financial perspective.
Step 2…Extensions for special occasions.
Bonding is a method that is used for temporary extensions when you want to add length or volume for a few days or for a special occasion. This method works well for creating an up-do on someone with short or medium length hair. Your new hair is on a weft (hand knotted on a length of mesh fabric). Sections of the weft are attached in a row directly to your hair with special hair glue. This allows the hair to lay very flat on the head. This method will last until your next shampoo and pieces can be removed with any oil base product or bond remover. Cost for professional application of extensions via this method is $30 a row, and $150 for a full head.
Step 3…Longer lasting extensions.
The sew-in method is for people who want to add length or volume to their hair for maybe 4 to 8 weeks. It is a great interim solution to try out long hair as you are growing your own out. Small cornrows are braided into your hair and then a weft of hair is sewn with a needle and thread to the braids.These extensions can be washed and styled like your own hair. Sewn-in extensions should be removed by your stylist for best results. Cost for professional application of extensions via this method $50.00 a row (minimum 2 rows), $200 full head (approximately 6-8 rows).
Step 4…Extensions for a versatile, natural look.
Strand-by Strand application provides the most natural and undetectable look of all of the extension methods, and can last up to six months with some interim maintenance. This is the type of extensions that you see on many celebrities.
You can achieve a subtle or extreme change with this high-precision method. Individual strands of hair are applied to your own hair and are held with a special adhesive or copper tubes, which allows the hair to move just like your own. You can wash and style it or even pull it back into a ponytail.
Cost for professional application of extensions via this method is $150 1/3 head (2 rows for thickness only), $300 1/2 head (for some length plus thickness), $500 full head (for noticeable length change.) This is an introductory offer.
Step 5…Hair pieces for a quick fix anytime.
Custom hairpieces can be made just for you. They are a fabulous quick fix for an instant touch of glamour anytime you want. These pieces can be clipped in or on little combs and are fitted exactly to your head to work with your exact hair color and texture. Cost for professional design of hairpieces like this starts at $100 per segment. This does not include the cost of the hair.
Step 6…Your personal hair extension consultation.
Now that you have defined your personal hair goals and understand the extension methods available, it is time to schedule your consultation . This is where you discuss your best options based on expert assessment of your natural hair and what you want to achieve. Bring pictures if you see a look that you want in a magazine. What type of extensions are right for your hair type? What is your best choice based on your level of commitment? Ask questions about anything you want to know.
Step 7…Having your extensions done.
Plan to spend 2 to 6 hours having your new hair applied, depending on the method of application and how much hair you are adding. A 50% deposit is required at time of booking to reserve your time.
You will be referred to a custom hair specialist, where you will have your hair matched (color and texture), so you can purchase your extension hair prior to the application.
