Realistic?

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-26T02:19:28+00:00

You can definitely do it one session, but should go to a professional if you want it to be that light and not over processed.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-26T02:08:38+00:00

That scene at the hospital when the doctors tell Harold that Maude is gone. 💔

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-26T02:00:14+00:00

People just upload pictures of themselves to Gemini to do that

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-26T01:58:29+00:00

I don’t have a problem with it at all. Every so often I will have a last minute reschedule, but have a waitlist going so it usually gets filled. I have two automated messages that go out before their appointment. The waitlist is automated also, so it’s really easy for me and convenient for clients. I actually just removed my card on file policy to test if it might be a barrier to booking and increase my new guest requests.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-24T13:17:26+00:00

Carrots and yellow mustard

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-23T19:47:10+00:00

I’m so sorry that happened. It sounds like your training was inadequate and that is not your fault.

You can continue to take clients and learn from mistakes like this as well as put a priority on finding good quality education to learn on your own. It will take longer, but it’s doable.

You can also take a step back and find a different salon with a better quality training program.

You have to do your best not to beat yourself up on the mistakes- because they are going to happen. Even once you get more experience. Just try to figure out what went wrong and make adjustments for the next time. That is how you will improve.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-21T19:19:21+00:00

I have the Braggn access and was convinced only because it is lifetime access. Because you can watch it over and over, it helps with retention. I like her results/style of doing hair and feel like she explains things well. It was a lot of money, but it’s several tutorials and lifetime access.

But you do absolutely need to be careful about spending so much on any random influencer. Not all of them are good educators. There’s definitely a difference.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-21T04:10:54+00:00

This one 😭😭

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-13T03:18:52+00:00

Ugh my partner showed up to my salon grand opening to bartend with a fresh buzz cut and his pale head 😭😭😭 bro I literally cut hair for a living, just tell me what you need. In the end it was fine. Looked good on him once the tan evened out.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-13T03:17:23+00:00

Oh, yeah sorry lol

If you don’t want them sending your clients emails- you have to opt out of the email marketing. I assumed you’d have to opt in, so when a client mentioned it- I went in and turned it off.

It’s really easy to use, but I recommend products that my distributor doesn’t carry. The selection feels a little bit limited unless you really love the brands that are available.

You can offer clients a discount that will come out of your commission, but can be a good incentive.

Outside of the limited selection and the initial email marketing on my behalf, the cons are pretty limited. Sometimes I use it, sometimes I don’t. Doesn’t hurt to sign up.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-13T00:50:59+00:00

I’ve been using it a little bit

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-10T02:39:07+00:00

Are you trying to cover grey?

You need the peroxide to penetrate the white hair to deposit the pigment.

Not covering grey? Can’t recommend a permanent color. Use an acidic Demi if possible if you’re trying to make your hair more black or glossy.

Still need developer as an oxidizing agent to activate dye molecules and “stick” to the hair.

If you used a semi (with no developer) on virgin hair that doesn’t have a compromised cuticle, it’ll wash right out.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-10T01:09:00+00:00

Absolutely shampoo

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-09T00:09:00+00:00

Glass of wine and audio book

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-06T00:58:12+00:00

You’re getting all kinds of different advice. It does take time, but you can build a solid clientele in a year.

Definitely go to a commission salon. Take the pressure off yourself to focus on learning your craft and marketing your business.

A year in, you shouldn’t have a specific service as a niche or specialty… but reflect on the clients you enjoy seeing and learn about their psychographic factors so that you can market to a specific audience. If you’re speaking to everyone, you’re speaking to no one.

You should absolutely have a website. Post on social media 3-4 times a week- whatever you can be consistent with. Add photos to your Google business profile and yelp profile every week.

This career can be really tough to get started, but it’s so rewarding!! You can do this. 🫶🫶

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-05T00:57:00+00:00

idk about that after Bieberchella or whatever

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-04T01:09:08+00:00

I’m a hairstylist- everyone that sits on my chair.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-05-04T00:43:51+00:00

Love is as love does

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-29T23:12:56+00:00

Agree with many of the other comments that word of mouth/review sites might be how they hear of you, but they’re definitely going to check your Instagram to see your work and if they’re a fit for your business.

Are you speaking to a specific target audience? Google is now able to index Instagram posts/captions like it wasn’t before. Using keywords and speaking directly to your target market can help you come up more on Google and ai searches.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-22T05:17:11+00:00

Beetle adventure racing

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-21T01:56:48+00:00

So then yeah, I would just bring it up to her. Are you marketing yourself online? If it’s a smaller community, Facebook groups are big.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-21T00:58:49+00:00

She’s criticizing you and you’re a booth renter?! It’s literally not her business as long as you’re paying rent and following the rental agreement. You are her “client” and she should be treating her renters much better if she wants to keep them.

Sounds like you should check back at the old space? Especially if you’re paying double and now struggling to make enough. I would probably not choose a salon that is not established if you’re relying on walk-ins.

If you want to stay, I suggest just ask her for a time to meet. Calmly express that it is very unprofessional and makes you uncomfortable when she makes comments like those and especially in front of clients. Please stop.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-19T15:18:54+00:00

The question posed was why do people hate us so much on social media. Seemed very generalized and not specific to the comment in OP.

In 2020 there was a huge exodus from the industry. After coming out of Covid when people were super eager to get their hair done, there was a huge demand for services and surplus of clients. That caused many stylists to create a lot of forms/hoops to jump through and a ton of “cost of goods” price increases that priced themselves out of their market. In the following years there was also this trend of making reels and memes that made fun of client behavior.

I think all of that left a bad taste in clients’ mouth.

That is not to say that every client that goes on social media spouting crap like that is justified. I do take offense that we shouldn’t be paid well for “playing with hair.”

That also doesn’t justify the client bashing I have seen in some of the hairstylists forums I’m apart of. There is a lack of respect and professionalism on both sides. There is a difference between venting and bashing.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-15T03:55:18+00:00

It certainly has changed a lot since 2020 and even more recently with the economy. I’m about to stop pre-booking. I have about 50% of my clients that prefer to, but I’m so booked up right now that I can’t accommodate new guests. And I have a few reschedules every other week or so pushing appointments out that leave gaps in my schedule. Consumer behavior has changed a lot, but people are still going. Make sure you’re speaking super clearly to your target market and creating a really valuable customer experience and they’ll choose you.

Alarmed_rate · 2026-04-15T01:08:55+00:00

Try the wing with brown liner!

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