Have you ever noticed that trying to get an idea across to another person is kind of like playing the telephone game? You know the game: you whisper a secret into someone’s ear, and that person whispers into someone’s ear, and so on. Then, when last person reveals the secret out loud, it’s always totally mangled, and wrong.
Communication is hard. In between what you say and what you understand is a matter of language, interpretation, and processing. It’s important, then, that when you decide to try a new hairstylist, or to try something new, like hair extensions, with your stylist, that you go into it knowing how to get both of you on the same page. Here are a few tips on how to communicate effectively with your stylist:
If you have a picture of what you want, bring it, and think about how to talk about it. What is it about the cut, or the colour, or the length that excites you? Do you see anything that you’re worried about, or that might not work for your hair? Any hairstyle is comprised of a number of different elements, and while one aspect stands out to you, something else might stand out to your stylist. If you don’t have a picture, use your hands to demonstrate what you mean. Don’t be afraid to look around the room at other clients, and stylists for inspiration.
Discuss the meaning of the words you use with your stylist. For example: if you’re talking about warm, caramel tones, point out what you mean in a swatch book, or magazine. You never know what someone else pictures when you say caramel.
If you are making a big investment, like getting hair extensions, discuss your lifestyle, budget, and hair care regimen with your stylist, so that he or she can recommend the right type, length, and products for you. There is nothing scarier than approaching self-transformation blindly, not knowing if your stylist envisions the same end-goal as you. If your stylist recommends a certain kind of hair extensions that you have never heard of, ask for a clear description of the process, price, and upkeep, so that there are no surprises along the way.
Never stay quiet when your stylist starts to go in a direction you didn’t expect. As soon as you suspect your stylist didn’t understand you, ask him or her to stop, and explain your concern. If you’re not afraid to speak up right away, your stylist will probably be able to change course, and give you what you’re looking for. If you wait until the style is finished, and it’s not what you expected, it might take more time and money to fix.
The right haircut, the perfect colour, and the most carefully placed hair extensions can allow you to sail through your days with confidence, so don’t let the telephone game get you down. Use these tips to make sure that you and your stylist always see eye to eye.
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This article is written by Jonathan Barrett. Kapello Hair is born with a desire to source the best quality hair in the world and to introduce a new level of innovation to the hair extensions industry. They provide a wide range of hair extensions by method, colour, length & type.
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