There’s
nothing better than walking down the hall on the first day back with a totally
new ‘do. We’re all about changin’ up your look, but there are many ways that a
quick trip to the salon can turn out in tears. We’ve got six steps to make sure
you’re getting the hair you heart!
1. Plan
ahead. If you walk in knowing what you want, you are way less
likely to be pressured by a scissor-happy stylist. Sure, that pixie cut may sound great now, but think hard before making any drastic changes.
2. Scout
it out. Flip through magazines for a picture of your ideal
‘do. Make sure you bring it along to
show your hairdresser. With photo evidence, she’ll know exactly
what you had in mind.
3. Learn
the lingo. Figure out if you want bangs, layers, levels,
highlights, lowlights, or a razor cut. Good morning, Google!
4. Go dry.
If you have wavy or curly hair, ask your stylist to cut your
hair while it’s dry. That way you can avoid that whole “but it
looked so much longer when it was wet” ordeal.
5. Talk it
out. Don’t be afraid to talk to your stylist. You can’t
assume that she knows what you have in mind. Be more specific than “just a
trim.” Because, trust us, your stylist may think that means something way different than you do.
6. Speak
up. Especially if you aren’t super pleased. Did those
highlights turn out more brassy than blonde? Most salons will offer free color
correction if it they goofed your hair. Wish those bangs were a little less
heavy? Test ‘em out for a week and come back for a trim, which can cost ya
anywhere between free-ninety-nine or five bucks. Good luck!
Getting
your hair cut before BTS? What are your best tips?
BY SIMONE SHAPIRO ON 8/21/2012 12:00:00 AM
POSTED IN beauty, hair, tips, back-to-school beauty, quick 'n' easy BTS hair, back to school