Dayton Daily News

How to find the best haircut to make the desired impression

- John North John North is president of the Dayton Better Business Bureau.

A good haircut can help you make a good impression on others, as well as build your self-esteem. In fact, statistics from the U.S Census and Simmons National Consumer Survey show almost 60 million Americans had four or more haircuts in 2018.

When looking for a hair salon or barbershop, you want to have a good experience. After all, you have to look in the mirror and see your hair every day. So, it’s important to find a profession­al you can trust to do a good job every time.

Better Business Bureau offers these tips for finding the right salon or barber shop:

■ Get references. Ask friends and family about salons and barber shops they trust to do their hair and look at reviews online. If you see someone with great hair, ask where he or she gets it done. Don’t be afraid to shop around, you don’t have to commit to a

Consider the location. Is it close to home or work? It is best to find a place closer to you to avoid going far out of your way.

stylist after one appointmen­t.

■ Look into the services available. What does the salon specialize in? Do you want to find somewhere that will also do your makeup, wax your eyebrows, as well as get a manicure or massage?

■ Consider the location. Is it close to home or work? It is best to find a place closer to you to avoid going far out of your way.

■ Ask about prices. Know how much you will be paying for the service you want. The cheapest price isn’t always the best choice, but neither is the most expensive price. Try to find a balance between quality and price.

■ Visit in person and evaluate the atmosphere. How does it compare to other places like it? Do the people working there seem friendly and helpful? Is it clean? How wellgroome­d are the employees? How busy is it? A good salon or barber shop has a full roster of regular, loyal clients.

■ Choose a salon or barber shop that uses the products you prefer. Check out its website to see the product brands listed or call and ask.

Ensure anyone you do business with is safe and trustworth­y. Visit www.bbb.org or call (937) 222-5825 or (800) 776-5301 for a list of BBB Accredited salons and barber shops or Business Profiles on the ones you may be considerin­g.

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