How to Leave a Hairdresser

Finding a hairdresser who knows your hair and leaves you feeling attractive is a wonderful thing. After time, this relationship can change, and you may no longer like the results. Or your stylist may have raised his prices to a point you can no longer afford. Either way, it's time for a break-up. Follow these tips to leave a hairdresser.

Instructions

1. Think about what is making you want to leave your hairdresser. If she hasn't been styling or coloring your hair the way you like, give her another chance. At your next appointment, bring photographs of styles you like and explain how during the last time, your hair wasn't as easy to style as you anticipated. This will allow you to give suggestions on what you'd like to see this time around.

2. Evaluate your relationship with your stylist after your second-chance appointment. If you are very friendly, think about having an open discussion about why you haven't liked your hair lately. A good stylist will be open to your feedback and should offer to correct the style or color for you.

3. Be honest if price is the reason for the switch. Talk to the salon manager and explain to her that, while you love the salon and your particular hairdresser, you can't afford the new rates. If enough customers complain, the salon may reconsider their high prices. Be sure to let your hairdresser know if this is the case, so she doesn't think her work is to blame for your departure.

4. Know when to say when. Walk away if your stylist just isn't up to par on the latest trends and cuts. Although you may feel badly for disappearing, most stylists are used to the constant flow of customers and won't hold it against you should you run into one another on the street.

Tips & Warnings

• When choosing a new stylist, avoid getting too friendly. If you aren't satisfied with his work, it's easier to walk away when you view your relationship as a business one rather than a social interaction.