Red Flags That You're Going To The Wrong Hairdresser

Even if your hairstylist does an amazing job, if the final product looks nothing like the hair cut you actually asked for, this is usually a pretty bad sign. After all, your hairstylist's job, first and foremost, is to provide a service for you — and that service is to give you the style you want, not the style that they want.

As Abdullah notes, sometimes, this can happen because of poor communication, so it isn't always a total red flag. "It's a bit tricky when your hair doesn't turn out the way you asked. Stylists take a lot of pride in their work, so if this happens it's usually due to a misunderstanding or a skipped consultation," she says. It can also be a case of the hair cut not looking the way you imagined — even if it is what you actually asked for. "A pixie bob, for instance, is going to look very different on a person who has thin hair as opposed to thick hair and your stylist should tell you if it won't work out upfront," she says. "So if you brought a picture, make sure you receive your free consultation, and everything should work out fine."