How to Choose A Salon

How to Choose A Salon

Longing for a new haircut? Want highlights or an Updo? Just a bang trim? Is it time to treat your self to a facial?

Your appearance is important to you, so choosing the right salon can be a challenge. With so many options, from the most basic to full-service, you’re guaranteed to find a salon that suits you and your beauty needs.

Here are a few tips to help you in your search for a salon:

Ask for referrals. Do you have a coworker whose haircut you covet? A friend who is always well-coiffed? Ask them where they get their hair done. Same goes for facials and waxing. People who love their salon will happily recommend their stylist or esthetician to a friend. Make sure you get the name of the person you want to see, since most salons employ many people.

Check the Yellow Pages, and then do a little research online. The phone book will have every salon in the area listed, but you won’t be able to glean much more than a phone number. That’s where the Internet comes in.

Many salons these days have a Web site, so you can go online and get a feel for who they are and what they do.

Consider their hours and location. Is the salon close to your work or home? Do their hours suit the times you can be there? What might seem like trivial details at first can actually make a big difference in the long run. Is it worth it to travel almost an hour to get your bangs trimmed? Will it be a hassle to run out at lunch to get an eyebrow wax? With so many options out there, a salon that is close by, with hours that fit your schedule, can make all the difference when it comes to enjoying your beauty treatments.

Ask about prices. Costs will vary from salon to salon, even from hairdresser to hairdresser within the same salon. It’s important that the cost fits your budget, because no one wants to go broke, even for the perfect haircut.

Call and speak with someone at the salon. Many places have a receptionist who can answer any questions you might have. They’ll also be able to fill you in on all the services they offer. Or, stop in for a visit. Check out the space, the clientele and the products they offer. Make sure their services fit your needs.

If you are looking for a hair stylist, schedule a consultation. A good stylist will take the time to talk to you about your hair type, your face shape and your styling habits, and they will help you make a good decision about the hairstyle that will fit you and your life.

It is always helpful to bring a photo of what you’re looking for, but most salons will have books filled with photos of hairstyles. If you are unsure, ask the stylist to recommend a few styles they think might work for you. Taking the time to find a hair stylist who understands what you want will make all the difference.

Once you’ve found the perfect salon, sit back, relax, and enjoy the experience.