What Your Hairdresser Can’t Do
You may think your stylist is a miracle worker, but there are some limitations that you should recognize when it comes to the looks your hairdresser can and can’t achieve. A few ways to get what you want at the salon is to understand your own hair. Consider its texture – is it fine, limp and straight? Or thick and curly? How much natural wave does your hair have? And is it damaged from too much processing? Asking for a style that doesn’t work with your hair’s natural texture is a sure way to be dissatisfied with the end result. For example, Jennifer Aniston’s hot new bob is sure to be a big request in salons, but Aniston has fine, straight hair that will lie in that position. Someone with a lot of natural wave would have a very different look with her cut. Asking for J.Lo’s thick curls when your hair is soft and fine isn’t going to happen, either.What is helpful is bringing a photo of the cut you like. Then your hairdresser can adapt the look for your unique tresses. Simply telling her you want Julianne Moore red hair may end up with getting a color you didn’t bargain for. And while giving a stylist carte blanche to “do whatever you want” may not end in a blue Mohawk, maybe it could! Being specific in your instructions will ensure that you get what you want. And if you don’t, then let the stylist know…before you leave. If you find that you like it in the salon and change your mind after a shampoo or self-style, then again, let your stylist know. A good salon will fix it free of charge.