SOS! Local salons on hand for hair disasters
WHILE men all over the world are shaving their locks, it’s not quite as easy for the ladies, with their crowning glories being the ‘roots’ of many a nervous breakdown at the moment.
But panic not – even if you have had a home-dye disaster - as Ann Fitzpatrick from Sapphir Salon is on hand with some top tips and expert help for the follicly challenged stuck at home.
“Your hairstyle is such a huge part of your personality, it’s part of who you are, and the trip to the hair salon for many not only lifts your spirits, for lots of our ladies it’s part of their weekly routine, and I know many are missing the chat too,” says Ann.
“We know people are panicking, and worried about the condition of their hair or have tried to do it themselves and it hasn’t worked out how they thought, but we are here to help.”
Ann has five top tips to help you through your hair crisis, until you can get back to your usual self.
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“The thing most people seem to be concerned about it their roots showing, especially if it is grey hair, but we are advising everyone to hold out if they can and not try to colour it themselves at home, as they never turn out as you plan,” she says.
“There are so many products available in chemists or online now for touching up the root regrowth – from sprays to powders – and they last right through to your next hair wash, so you might only have to use them twice a week.”
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“You should really try to look after the condition of your hair while you’re away from your salon, as it can become very dry and split at the ends. Watch for it breaking or falling out more than normal when brushing,” says Ann.
“Our stylists are giving advice on Facebook and Instagram, and can advise you on what treatment to use on your type of hair, as everyone is different, and there is someone in the salon once a week to take orders and post out the product to you, and we can recommend what will work best for you.”
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“We know that blondes in particular are struggling, as they can’t really use the sprays, and it is definitely not advisable to try colouring or highlighting at home,” she says.
“The best thing to do with blonde hair is to keep it in good condition, and get a good product which cleanses the hair thoroughly, and keeps it bright and not brassy.”
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“Lots of ladies are missing their curly blow-dries, and I have tutorials on Instagram how to get the same effect, using a wand, tongs and brushes,” she explains.
“Dressing up and doing your hair once or twice a week at home now is good for your mental health, and you don’t want to lose your sense of self-worth.”
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“Finally, if you have had a disaster, don’t panic!” she says with a laugh. “If it is a colour gone wrong, there’s nothing that can’t be fixed, and don’t be scared about coming back to us or your hairdresser, we won’t be cross, and people have to do whatever they can to get through this.
“Just don’t be tempted to cut it yourself, not even a trim, as some things can’t be undone, and can take up to a year to grow out!”
You can find Ann’s tutorials on Instagram sapphirdolls or hear more in Facebook Sapphir Hair Design.