What to Look for in a Hair Stylist

Getting your hair styled is a big deal. There are very few ways to cover up a bad hairstyle; therefore, finding a good hair stylist is important. There are certain things that you should always look for when you are looking for a hair stylist regardless of location or whether you are looking in shops or online for a stylist.

• Happy Customers- Word of mouth is one of the best ways to advertise. When people are happy with a job well done whether it is their hair stylist or their mechanic, they are likely to send others there as well. Ask friends and family members about their hair stylists and if they would recommend them.


• Licensure- Anytime you walk into a hair salon, look for the stylist's licensure on the wall. Most of them are proud of their credentials so they display them proudly. You want to know they are licensed before allowing them to touch your hair; otherwise, you could end up with a dissatisfying experience as well as haircut.


• Types of Products- Any hair stylist worth their scissors will use high quality products when working with your hair. If you find a stylist that is trying to wash your hair with Suave Shampoo and using Aquanet to hold your hair in place, you need to find a new stylist. Any good stylist will use a nice quality product because they know how the chemicals will treat your hair. 


• Photos- If you are unsure of a stylist, it is perfectly acceptable to ask to see photos of their work. A hair stylist should have photos of some of their best work to put in a portfolio for any potential client to see as well as for resumes. If a hair stylist cannot provide you with photos of previous work, they have done, it is often best to avoid them because they are more than likely inexperienced.