Connecting with your hairdresser

One of the most important things when getting your hair done can be whether or not you connect with your hairdresser. If you don’t feel confident that you’re on the same page and you can’t put trust in the person who is cutting your hair it’s never going to work.

My best work is always done when my client puts complete trust in my skills and opinion. While I never do whatever I want with whomever's hair I want, I do express my opinion strongly and honestly when working with a client. When they express theirs back with confidence I know we're going to get it right. This always works out for the best because there is a strong communication.

If you’re having trouble getting your hair right at the salon then try a little harder to get your message across to your hairdresser and get as much information out of them as you can. Do whatever it takes for them to realise what you want. Bringing photos to your appointment is extremely helpful for your hairdresser. It also helps you become more decisive because half the time the problem is that we aren't really sure we know what we want. If you have lots of photos from magazines or wherever, your hairdresser can at least get an idea of what you sense of style is and recommend something that works best for you. Then if you feel good about it, put your trust in them. It’s always going to get the best results.

If your confidence in that hairdresser still isn't there after all this, its time to move on and find a new one. 
Neither you, nor any hairdresser wants you to leave the salon unhappy.

The Truth about Treatments

Have you ever been sold a treatment on the promise it will repair, reconstruct or restore your damaged hair permanently? I'm sure this doesn't happen often because the promise is empty. While a treatment of any sort may well improve the feel and manageability of your hair temporarily, it will have no permanent effect of any sort. Ever.

Damaged hair is damaged hair unfortunately.

But don't feel cheated. Treatments are still amazing products for, as I stated earlier, make your hair feel stronger, softer and your hair will become much more manageable for a short time after they have been used on your hair. A long time if we're talking Keratin Treatments which are a semi-perminent type.
When you use any sort of treatment, from protein kinds to moisturising kinds, it not only improves the feel and manageability of your hair but it also protects your hair from the day to day damage of sun, wind and styling. When you regularly treat your hair well, it will grow out healthier.

So don't hope for improved hair after one treatment. Unfortunately you will be disapointed

Satin Pillow Case

One of the most common services I provide in my work is a beautifully styled blow-dry. Clients get them as a finishing service on when getting a colour colour, when they are heading to a certain event or (in most cases) get regular weekly/bi-weekly blow-dries as part of their routine and I’m always handing out tips on how to make them longer lasting.

One very important tip is sleeping with a satin pillowcase instead of cotton.

A satin pillowcase is not nearly as abrasive as cotton so, when putting your head down to sleep your hair will slip and slide and less knotting will occur so when you wake up your hair isn’t a mess. 

Long Hair? Avoid tangles and knots while protecting your hair from damage!

If you have long hair that you’re styling daily and it’s always knotting and matting up you need to start using a leave in moisturizer and serum. Try to find one that’s right for your hair type. Many of these improve the condition of your hair, but this isn’t the main reason to use it. They also detangle the hair and protect it from styling thermals that you use day by day some even adding a finishing shine. Unfortunately using a supermarket brand may not always be the best choice but don’t run out and buy the most expensive product on the shelf. Be very careful to buy the right product, as everyone’s hair is different.

If your hair is fine and limp you may want to avoid it, but if its also very tangled the a light spray leave in treatment is best.

If it is damaged and course then try an Argon or Macadamia oil based product. These have moisturizers and proteins. Try Moroccan Oil products

If your hair is in perfect condition and just gets a bit frizzy just use a shine serum.

Because these products are for daily use the less cosmetic and more natural based brands are recommended. Try Silicone-Free Hair Repair from the karpati natural hair care range. That's also a good one if your hair is damaged buy fine as it doesn't weigh your hair down or make it oily.