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A S K A P R O F E S S I O N A L
S T Y L I S T
"I love finding hair
inspiration on Pinterest
and social media but
how can I tell what's
achievable and what's
a filter or Photoshop?"
It's hard to tell most times. And they never
say how many times in between that they had
to lift or deposit color in the hair. I would say
to use your judgment and if you don't think it
is achievable then talk with your stylist about
it. Most clients lack the knowledge of what it
all takes to get the results they are wanting.
And it's not their fault. That's why we are the
professionals and it is our job to inform them!
Consultations are the key ingredient for any
service. Always!
KIMBERLY PEREZ WRIGHT
GRIFFITHVILLE, ARKANSAS
Clients need to have an understanding of
what it can take to get to their inspiration
picture (long appointments, multiple
appointments, money) and also what it will
take to upkeep it!
CAROLYN HARRIS
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
I personally would never expect a client
to know that or figure that out before
coming to see me. I want them to enjoy
their inspiration picture shopping and not
worry too heavily on the details yet. They
can find a couple options they like. Then,
if they want to know what's realistic, I'd
encourage them to set up a complimentary
color consult with me, and I would be happy
to review the options and make a game plan
with them because that's really one of the
biggest parts of my job.
AUBRIE PARTH
TRAVERSE CITY, MICHIGAN
It's our job to handle the clients
expectations—and it's up to us to let them
know what is achievable and what is not.
I often will show a client my own work
in different lighting, to show not only
a filter can change things, but lighting
(natural, indoor, outdoor, etc.) can as well!
BRIANE BIRD GRISWOLD
VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA
