Saturday, October 16, 2010

Ten Ways To Guarantee A Great New Hairstyle

If you're planning a completely new hairstyle, getting what you want is often a concern. Here are 10 ways to help you avoid the pitfalls and walk away with a great new cut.

1. First things first, make sure you do want a drastic change. If you're sure you need something different, then be brave and commit to change. Otherwise, schedule an appointment somewhere for a trim!

2. Once you've committed to the change, you need to find a hairstyle you like. Photos in magazines are always a winner, but if you can't find the exact one, why not gather a few to help give your eventual stylists an idea of what you want.

3. Major transformations require talent, so if you don't think your current salon has the experience to deliver what you want, then you need to find a new facility. To begin your search, it's a good idea to use a local business directory and create a list of potentials.

4. Add to your list by getting recommendations and suggestions from friends and family. They may even help you to turn your long list of salons into a shortlist by telling you where's good and where isn't.

5. For extra support, use the review section on the online business directory to see what other customers think of them.

6. Hopefully, you should be left with one or two salons that you feel have the potential to provide you with a great new cut. Call them up and arrange a free consultation meeting.

7. During your appointment, you need to clearly and concisely explain what you want. This is where photos become really helpful, as it'll help avoid any confusion.

8. Listen to their feedback and you're onto a winner. Some hairstyles don't suit some people, so if the stylist doesn't think it'll work it's a good as you've explained it, then it's a good idea to find out what suggestions they have for how it will work.

9. Book your appointment and keep the faith that you're doing the right thing. Last minute changes to your brief will only leave you with half the hair cut you wanted and half the hair cut you don't.

10. After the cut, a few things are quite important. Firstly, did the hairdresser meet your brief? If not, then you have a right to ask them to fix it. If they met the brief, but you've decided it's not for you, then make sure you ask for something different next time. And if there's room for a few modifications, discuss them with your stylist ahead of your next appointment.

If, for example, you're in Manchester, you'll need a stylist based near your home or office. Using a local business directory will help you to shortlist hairdressers in Manchester that will be able to do a good job. Directories can help you find a number of local businesses, from builders in Manchester to plumbers and electricians.

By : Robert_Berry-Smith

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