your length

if you have short to mid-length hair there are many interesting shapes which you can achieve. choose a style that concentrates on your own individuality, even if your hair is long.

your type

you should have a good idea what hair type you have by the shampoo and conditioner you use. avoid overly styled looks if you have dry hair and don't fancy washing it every day

your texture

each texture lends itself more easily to a certain style and length. Think about how easy or difficult your hair can be to style and choose a look that won't frustrate you every morning

top tip communication is my key to customers satisfaction

going red

red is great for adding depth and miraculous shine to darker hair colours. red shades are prone to fading more quickly than others

going brown

brown tones on brown hair produce amazing shine

going darker

use a temporary tint over your hair and the highlights will show through. darker hair will naturally make you look paler

highlights

highlights add the illusion of texture to hair, if you're not sure about an all over colour just try a few thin highlights around the face

going blonde

blonde is best for light-brown to dark blonde hair. any darker and you're looking at a lot of re-touch work

top tip your natural tones: consider your eye and skin tone when choosing a shade. some hair colours will wash out pale skin while others will warm it up

use pictures, we all see and explain things differently

use pictures

cut out and use pictures to explain the type of style you would like, the fringe from one photo, colour in another etc. you want a style that works with your hair type and suits your face shape and fits in with your lifestyle

upkeep

if you love spending hours styling your hair most looks should be within your reach. avoid high maintenance styles if you like to wash and go

lifestyle

if you visit the gym regularly you may want a hair style that you can sweep back in an instant

top tip make notes to take into the salon along with your pictures that you was thinking having your hair like.

with friends

confide in others, their opinion may help make up your mind

with your stylist

they have the knowledge and your hair is in their hands -try and make the most of their expertise. ask your stylist about the latest techniques and treatments

fringe focus

bold and blunt, fashion your fringe in any way

blunt bobs

they're easy to care for, simple to style

you're all set, book a meeting with a stylist to talk about your new look

get the results you want

we've got together all you need to know to leave the salon happy and to convey what you want (and don't want).

ask questions

if you are still worried, write down a list of questions before you get to the salon

your concerns

bold and blunt, fashion your fringe in any waydon't be afraid to ask a question more that once, the stylist will be happier if you leave the salon brimming over with confidence in your new hair style

making your appointment

it's vital that you explain what you want at this initial stage, such as whether a restyle or a trim and do you want the colour doing too; these will influence the time allocated for your appointment

use our free consultation

it is very important to get a stylist on your frequency, use your pictures to explain

when you get home

you may need the same products at home as your stylist to achieve the same result

top tip if you're still undecided make a consultation appointment for some straight talking, and you can go away to consider your options

learn the techniques of your new hairstyle

take note

if you have had a consultation but don't like the way things are going with the scissors say something to your hairdressers,we want you to be 100% happy with the final result it is so much better to speak out so we don't chop off more hair than you want.

products

take note of the products your stylist uses when working with your hair - helps recreate the perfect look with a professional finish. a stylist will take you through step by step instructions on how to style your hair

styling tools

for recreating the salon look at home you need to be all tooled up, ask your hairdresser to recommend professional styling tools, a little more expensive, but will be worth the extra cost

advice after a restyle, allow a few days to acclimatize, it can take a while to get used to a new style. if you are unsure, please don't be afraid to return to top tip when adding products, layer them up slowly to prevent over-applying and creating a sticky mess and also always ask your hiardresser if your not sure what he/she's doing.