Stylists do love their customers, but they've also got bills to pay like the rest of us, which is why if you want the best service, it pays to be generous. Check out some more shocking secrets from the stylists below -- maybe it's time you learned to trim your hair at home?
The worst appointment times are …
Saturday mornings. Stylists vary a bit on this, but the general consensus is to avoid Saturdays (their busiest day), especially Saturday mornings. Fridays are also less than ideal, since it's the end of the week and your hairdresser is most likely tired and looking forward to the weekend (think of how focused you are on a Friday afternoon, makes sense, right?).
Other bad times: The first appointment of the day, since the stylist hasn't settled in yet and could also be a little late. The last appointment is also not the best since the stylist will be tired and ready to go home. Lunchtime can also be difficult, since stylists, like the rest of us, can get cranky when they're hungry.
If your hairdresser is promising the world …
Chances are they are not being totally honest. It's nearly impossible to exactly duplicate that photo of Jennifer Aniston you brought in (since everyone has different face shapes and hair textures), so if they're assuring you you'll be identical twins when the cut or color is done, be wary.
On the other hand, a good stylist will be honest about what they can realistically do and will work with you to find something that will be right for your face shape and hair type.
Get some celeb inspiration for your next hair cut here (of course, there's no guarantee you'll get the exact same results).
The WORST thing you can do is …
Be late. Not only does it show disrespect for the stylist's time, but also if you're late then you make her late for the rest of the day. If you want the best service, show up on time, especially if you're the last appointment of the day (our stylists say if you show up late for the last time slot of the day you can forget any special treatment).
Is your busy schedule making you stressed -- and late? Relax with these de-stressing recipes.
The BEST thing you can do is …
Tip well. If you want the best service (and a chance at scoring the ideal time slot or last-minute appointment), you'll need to tip well (20 percent is ideal). Stylists remember the customers who treat them well, and they'll go out of their way to do the same. Also, tip with cash whenever possible, credit card companies charge a fee for card tips, meaning the stylist actually gets less money than you intended.
See how much you should tip your hairstylist and all those other essential people in your life here.
Want to get more dirt from the hairstylists mouths? We've got it here.
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