1- How to choose your hairdresser?
You can color your hair yourself, style it, and now, with the help of this product, you can even cut your bangs!
However, you'll still need a good hairdresser to cut your hair. It's important to choose the right one to ward off the fear, or even phobia, that some of you may have toward hairdressers.
2- The steps to follow to make the right choice
Step 1:
First, look at hair, fashion, or art magazines. Choose three photos of hairstyles you like and three you don't.
These photos can also be taken from your own photo album. As for magazines, the models in them are certainly always beautiful! Keep in mind, however, that beauty and youth have nothing to do with style.
Remember your face shape and find models who look like you. Don't be afraid to compare your face to that of a Hollywood star...
After this research, let's attack!
Step 2:
Find a hairstylist in your area while you're out shopping or out with friends. If you meet someone whose haircut and color complement their body type, even if it's not your style, ask them where they got their hair done.
If her hairdresser has managed to make the most of her body shape, chances are good that he'll be able to do the same for you! Remember, hairdressers know more than one cut! Don't be embarrassed to ask about it. Your partner will be flattered to hear that she has a beautiful head of hair!
Step 3:
Visit trade shows. Don't be immediately fooled by well-known brands or the size of the venue.
In hairdressing, talent is all about the human being. Request a consultation appointment with a hairstylist. Any hairstylist who cares about their clients will gladly give you between 3 and 10 minutes of their time. Some may charge you a few dollars, which is usually refundable at the next appointment. Check in advance.
Note that a hairdresser who refuses you a consultation may not be the one you need, especially if you are fearful.
Step 4:
During your consultation, ask the stylist to tell you what they see in your hair. Then, show them photos of the styles you don't like, telling them specifically why you don't like them. Then, do the same with photos of the styles you do like.
Be sure to point out important details, such as bangs and layers. Specify your preferences. Then come the description of what you know how to do with your hair. Good or very good styling with hot rollers, for example.
Describe your routine. You should also list the styling products you use. Your stylist will then be able to determine if they will be compatible with the new look you're going for. They may suggest you invest in and learn more about maintaining this look. You'll then be able to judge whether it's feasible to incorporate it into your routine.
3- The color
When it comes to color, ask to see the strand chart so you can get an idea of what would suit you best.
Note that the color appearing on these highlights may be more flamboyant and brighter than on your hair. It all depends on the condition of your hair.
To better understand your hairdresser's explanations and better communicate your needs and desires, read the hairdressing glossary. There's no need to tell you how important good communication between you and your hairdresser is!
4- Small hairdressing glossary
1- The cuts
#01- The long gradient
The section at the top of the head remains long, which creates a slight gradient at the bottom of the hair.
#02 - The short gradient
The strand at the top is short or very short, which gives a much more pronounced gradient and a greater effect of movement and texture.
#03 - The concave cut/Square cut
The nape is shorter and angled, resulting in longer hair at the front. Can be worn with a short or long layered cut.
#04 - The bob cut with or without layers
The bob cut is defined by the same length in front as in back, regardless of this length. Can be layered.
#05 - The rounded cut
The rounded cut creates a circular effect. The bangs should be ogive (rounded), as should the contours of the face. Can be layered.
#06 - The asymmetrical cut
One side of the cut is longer than the other. Can be done in a gradient.
#07 - The Bob
The cut is marked by a solid line at the base.
#08 - The mushroom
It is much longer on top than underneath. Marked by a contour line.
#09 - The Mohawk
Both sides are much shorter than the top (they can even be shaved). The top ends in a point shape.
2- The styling
#01 - Straight hair
Straight hair doesn't necessarily mean lacking volume. It's simply straight from root to tip, without a single wave. Plus, the tips don't curl at all. With or without volume.
#02 - Straight hair with ends turned inward or outward
Straight from root to length, with the tip able to turn outwards or inwards.
#03 - Wavy hair
The hair forms a slight wave. It can be short or long. This can be done with a brush or large rollers.
#04 - Curly hair
You can use a diffuser for naturally curly hair, or a curling iron or small rollers for hair that doesn't curl.
#05 - Thinning hair
This creates an uneven texture in the gradient and a thinner texture at the tip. This styling helps conceal the gradient layers.
#06 - Semi-permanent coloring
Translucent hair color that gives hair more luminosity. Often used on highlights to change tones.
#07 - Tone-on-tone highlights
Highlights in the same tones as the hair. Often, often lighter, they are very discreet, but give the hair brightness. They help define the hair's gradient.
#08 - Hair makeup remover or stripper
Treatment that removes dark coloring and then applies a lighter one.
#09 - Mordanting
Treatment to be applied before coloring to allow the hair cuticles to open properly to absorb the color. Used by hairdressers for virgin or white hair that is difficult to color.
#10 - Exposure time
Development time for permanent color or other chemical treatment.
#11 - Pre-coloring or filler
Application of a pre-coloring mixed with a water base prior to coloring. It is done on the same day, with the aim of filling in the hair to avoid the bleaching effect (like the base coat applied to walls before painting).
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