AnswerDear
Tiffany,
Thank your lucky stars that you encountered a
hairdresser that was willing to be completely
honest with you in sharing their professional
opinion about what would be the best style for
you. Keep in mind that other hairdressers
might have a different opinion about what would
work for your hair type, texture and current
hairstyle goals. Other hairdressers
might disagree with your wishes but go ahead and
create a style that you might live to regret
because it wasn't right for you.
When it comes to bobs and similar hairstyles,
it is important to note that one size definitely
does not fit all. While Jessica Simpson
looks fabulous in her hot new chin length bob,
please keep in mind that Jessica has baby fine
hair that is mostly straight textured. She
also has a very talented celebrity stylist - Ken
Paves - working constantly with her tresses to
craft the absolute perfect style designed for
Jessica.
Of course I can not speak directly for the
hairdresser that you visited. Generally
speaking though, it is true that super thick
tresses that are naturally wavy might not be
best suited for a shorter bob. Keep in mind that
wave patterns will generally be softened by
longer hair which provides extra weight.
When you remove length, the waves may tend to
become more prominent.
A style designed with longer layers that
control your waves might be more ideal for your
hair type, texture, face shape and lifestyle
requirements.
Did you make a mistake by walking out?
When it comes to your personal comfort level, it
is always important that you take your feelings
about your hair into serious consideration and
act accordingly. If you are not
comfortable with what a hairdresser suggests you
do with your tresses, by all means, leave
immediately with as much politeness as possible.
Of course you should always offer to pay for any
time that the hairdresser spent with you.
For future reference, you may wish to book a
few "consultations" with a couple of
hairdressers. Be sure to explain when you
book your appointment that you wish to pay for a
consultation but are not sure that you will want
to go ahead with any additional services.
That provides the hairdresser with clear
information about your goals and they can
schedule accordingly.
Take four or five clear photos of styles that
you admire. Discuss your goals and then
let the hairdresser share their expert opinions
with you. Ask them if the style will kick
up your waves or if there are other hidden
considerations to evaluate.
When you find a hairdresser that you trust
will create a style that is close to your goals
but that will enhance your own assets, then make
a follow up appointment for a cut.
Remember to watch the stylist closely while
they are cutting and styling your hair so that
you can recreate the same look when you get
home. Be sure to ask for product
recommendations that will also help you achieve
a successful recreation.
Hi, I recently just bleached my hair and the
stylist left it on too long, now whenever I wash my
hair I find difficulty in combing it. My hair feels
terrible! What can I do to have my old sleek
and shiny hair back?
Rashied
Answer
Dear
Rashied,
The good news is that with some time,
patience and tender loving care you can
eventually have sleek and shiny hair again.
The bad news is that it will not happen
overnight unless you are willing to have most of
the length removed that has been bleached and
start with super short strands.
When hair is bleached, either at home or by a
colorist, the process of removing natural color in
your hair requires a lifting agent such as hydrogen
peroxide or similar that removes most of the natural
pigment or color from you hair. The opening of
the cuticle to lift and remove color is very
damaging and removes natural moisture in the
cuticle.
Consider adopting some of these suggestions to
help add back moisture.
-
Shampoo only as often as necessary. If
possible, shampoo only 1-2x a week.
-
Use a moisture enhancing shampoo such as
Phytojoba or a shampoo designed for chemically
treated hair such as Phytocitrus.
-
Give yourself a deep-conditioning treatment at
least once a week.
-
Comb your hair gently (especially when it’s wet
– that’s when it’s at its weakest point) and
keep any heat-styling tools on a low setting.
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Use
a tiny bit of silicone serum like Frizz Ease or
Phytolisse to temporarily coat and smooth the
hair cuticle and add a bit of shine.
Best wishes,
Karen