{"id":1758,"date":"2024-12-04T23:34:29","date_gmt":"2024-12-04T23:34:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lorsalon.com\/blog\/?p=1758"},"modified":"2024-12-04T23:51:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-04T23:51:45","slug":"10-things-your-hair-colorist-secretly-wants-you-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lorsalon.com\/blog\/10-things-your-hair-colorist-secretly-wants-you-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Things Your Hair Colorist Secretly Wants You To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hairstylists and hair colorists are extraordinary people with magical hands and minds, who make your hair go from boring to exciting. But what if you could make your stylist\u2019s job easier and make yourself the best client ever? Here are some things that your hair color correction specialist<\/a> wishes you know every time you visit the salon.<\/p>\n

Things Your Hair Colorist Wishes You Knew<\/h1>\n

Come In With Washed Hair<\/h2>\n

Usually, hairstyling and dyeing services have hair washes included in them, but if you\u2019ve been going to a salon for years now and you have your favorite hairstylist do the job for you then you can make the work easier for them and just wash your hair before you come into the salon.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not like they won\u2019t do it for you, but if you do it beforehand, then you will save some time and get done with your service quickly. This is not recommended if you\u2019re trying out a new salon though.<\/p>\n

If you are trying out a new place, it would be better if you can take advantage of all the services they have to offer to gauge whether the place is even good or not. But if your salon is trusted and true and you know all of the people there, then once in a while, it\u2019s okay to wash your hair.<\/p>\n

Be Punctual<\/h2>\n

If you have a hair appointment<\/strong>, then your hair colorist will appreciate it if you can make it on time. No one likes clients who are late for their appointments. Making your hairstylist wait is bad and if you are genuinely late, then you don\u2019t want to make it a habit or at least come up with some sort of peace offering.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re free for you and it\u2019s your hair that needs work, so you need to show some accountability and make it to your appointment on time. It\u2019s the least you can do.<\/p>\n

Be Open<\/h2>\n

When it comes to getting out of your comfort zone and trying something new, you need to talk your beautician\u2019s ear off. The clearer you present the vision of what you want, the more the stylist will be able to understand.<\/p>\n

This is where you need to be open with communicating about what you want and what you don\u2019t like about a certain hairstyle<\/em>. This is important. And no, your hairstylist won\u2019t mind it one bit. If you tell the stylist clearly what you want and what you want to avoid, the results will only amaze you more.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Expect Too Much With A Photo<\/h2>\n

A lot of the time, we can just take a photo from the internet and tell the stylist that this is what we want on the hair. Sure, the picture is clear and the vision is too, but there is a lot more to the photo than meets the eye.<\/p>\n

You need to be realistic that the hairstylist won\u2019t be able to mimic exactly what the photo shows. There is a lot of lighting and editing<\/strong> in that one photo and you are looking at your hair in real life. So, you need to drop those expectations down and trust your hair colorist to do your hair justice.<\/p>\n

Give Lots Of Examples<\/h2>\n

The more photos and inspiration, the better. Your hair colorist won\u2019t say no to photos. They want you to be as clear with what you want. This is not something that you\u2019re getting done on a whim. This is your hair and this is possibly something you will rock for a long time, so you need to ensure that your stylist knows what you want<\/em> and what you don\u2019t want.<\/p>\n

This is where you need to bombard the stylist with lots of photos because they will be able to envision everything so much better.<\/p>\n

Some Things Take Time<\/h2>\n

Toning, full-color change, and even permanent hair colors are things that won\u2019t get done in a single appointment at the salon. These are things that will require regular visits<\/strong> and you won\u2019t get the results you want in a single day.<\/p>\n

Toning hair<\/a> is a process that requires a lot of detail and examination with the eye of a stylist to see where things are going. The same is true for many other hair coloring treatments, especially if you’re going more than two shades lighter or darker. So, you need to be sure that whatever you\u2019re trying to get done will take time. It will only make the work of a hairstylist easier.<\/p>\n

Use Their Recommended Products<\/h2>\n

Hairstylists often recommend products for you to use. They\u2019re not just doing it to make conversation. They work with different hair types, textures, and lengths regularly. They know what products are best for their client\u2019s hair.<\/p>\n

So, if they\u2019re recommending something, you want to keep the info locked up and away<\/em> in your brain. These products might just work out that issue you have with your hair and they may even become your new favorite products. Therefore, don\u2019t always brush the recommendations off because sometimes you can strike gold.<\/p>\n

Take Care Of Your Hair<\/h2>\n

Hair colorists will oftentimes recommend techniques and tips to take care of your hair. This is because the salon is not the only place where you need to give your hair that extra TLC<\/strong>. When you\u2019re at home, it\u2019s also expected that you\u2019re not letting your hair go and that you\u2019re looking after it. This is what the stylist wants you to do too.<\/p>\n

They want you to take care of your hair outside the salon too. That\u2019s how you will get the hair of your dreams. So, when your stylist says something about taking care of your hair, take it seriously.<\/p>\n

Bleach Can Take Several Applications<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re going for a color change and it\u2019s from dark to light, then bleach will be introduced into the equation. But what the stylist wants you to know is that for a color change this drastic, there will be several applications of bleach.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re iffy with bleach and expect that one application will get the job done, then you might as well think that the hair colorist is a wizard. So, you need to know and understand that for some color changes<\/em>, more than one application of bleach is the norm and if you want to go for it that bad, then you have to breathe in the bleachy fumes.<\/p>\n

Hair Consultations Are Not Waste Of Time<\/h3>\n

A lot of people think hair consultation is just a way of making money. Well, it\u2019s not. Yes, it might seem insignificant at first but a hair consultation gives the stylist a bit more insight on the hair they\u2019re dealing with.<\/p>\n

How the hair texture<\/strong> is, whether it\u2019s damaged or not, and if it needs some extra attention in some places \u2013 these are all things that are covered in a hair consultation. Any hair change after this will blow your mind away.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h4>\n

Hair colorists will be able to do their job better and if you can give them a helping hand without asking because this will make the hair dye job even better. So, remember these tips on your next visit to hair salons specializing in color Rockville<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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