HERE’S WHAT TO DO BEFORE YOUR DO...
THERE is so much chat right now about getting our do’s done. As thousands rush to newly reopened hairdressers, many forget that there is work that needs done to lockdown hair before you sit in the salon seat.
After months of home blow-dry’s and box dyes, our hair is screaming out for a bit of TLC.
From deep conditioning, pre-washing and getting it styled, we had no idea there was so much work that needed done before your do gets done.
We asked Blow Colour bar owner Falon Carberry to give us her best tips.
Falon said: “If you are booked in for a colour treatment, avoid using any wash-out dyes or colour shampoo and conditioners for at least a week in advance of your appointment.
“Although it may be tempting, don’t wash and style your hair the day of your colour appointment.
“Try washing it one to two days before.
“Freshly washed hair isn’t the best palette for hair colour. If possible use a clarifying shampoo to reduce build up.
“Treat yourself to a deep conditioning treatment a few days before your colour appointment. Making sure your ends are moisturised will help to make sure that your hair takes the color evenly.”
For those with roots growing back, Falon advised to be realistic about what can be done. Don’t go hitting the bleach just yet.
Falon continued: “Be with your expectations realistic about
MOST of us will be longing to get back to our hairdresser after months of lockdown and leaving our locks to fend for themselves.
But for those of us who haven’t managed to get an appointment yet or are uncertain about visiting our what can be appointment.
“Your root regrowth will be more extreme than normal and your hair will probably be in a poorer condition than at past appointments.
“Be patient and listen to your stylist’s advice and guidance.
“If you’re booking online, take extra care to make sure you’ve booked yourself in for the correct service or treatment.
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Some of her advice was to mention how salons will be working in the “new normal”.
She said: “Make sure you’re on time for your appointment. Salons will be under a lot of pressure to fit in everyone’s appointments while also operating under the new government guidelines.
“Make sure you familiarise yourself with your salon’s new guidelines. Do you need to wear a mask? Most salons will not allow you to bring anyone else with you, so do you also need to arrange childcare?”
And most importantly, Falon tells us to remember that we are not the only ones doing something new.
“Be kind – this is all new to salons too,” she said.
“They will be feeling the pressure and trying their best to keep you and their staff safe and happy.
“Stylists will be nervous about being back in the salon too.
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