Let's be honest. If I'm going to pay what they charge in NOVA for highlights and a cut. I want to meet someone I can at least make small talk with about People magazine. Because about the only time I get to read People Magazine is at the hair salon.
As I sat down yesterday the new stylist and I started the small talk. First about my hair and then on to getting to know each other. Was this going to be a talkative hair experience or would I read a magazine by myself? She found out I'd moved to the area about a year ago, that I had three children, and then she asked, "So what do you do? For work?"
"Well, I used to teach, but now I'm a stay at home mom," I volunteered.
And she replied...
"So................
......do you like...ummm...cook a lot???"
"Your kids are how old?"
"8, 10, 12."
"So, they're in school all day. What do you do all day? I guess you do whatever you want all day. Ha!"
As a dear said, "Well, she's off the list. I hope your hair doesn't look too great."
Notes to finding a good hairstylist.
- Referrals help, but aren't fool proof. A hairstylist is a personal choice.
- Technique is important. Can she actually maneuver the huge round brush and hairdryer without burning your scalp or whacking you in the head? Dropping the brush repeatedly is a danger sign.
- Great color with a bad cut equals hair horror.
- Does she listen to your color preferences? Does she do what you ask her to do. Getting to that you-do-what-you-think-looks-good-on-me point takes time and trust.
- Most importantly, can you make reasonable small talk for 2 hours?
You're not looking for a friend. You're looking for an artist with conversation skills.
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6 comments:
OMG what did you say back???
I have found that I have the best success with male stylists. Not that all male stylists I've been to have been good, but all my best haircuts have been from men.
Geez, what a ditz. I only go by referral! I am soooo stinkin picky because it is way too much money to waste.
She is definitely off the list but I would be happy to give you the name of my gal. She is the first one that I have stayed with for over 5 years. I know my hair isn't impressive (I am boring that way)but I really like her and she is always a great person to chat with.
As a fellow blonde, you gotta have someone who knows which of the many colors of blonde work for you and your skin tone. I have been going to Patty for about 8 years, during which time my hair has gotten progressively grayer and grayer. Coloring my hair is a VERY tough job and she is awesome!
As a bonus, she is precious and I always look forward to seeing her. I am going on Friday!
Oh my dear!
What did you say?
Isn't it strange that people need cleaners and bring the laundry to others to care for it, and then tell a stay at home mom that she's doing nothing?
Well, doing nothing keeps me rather busy with 5 kids at home. LOL!
Very Good article , this article make some interesting points.
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