Ever wonder why prices can vary so much from salon to salon ...
It depends on a few factors. One is the location of the salon -- salons in more affluent areas will likely charge more. Another can be the hairdressers at the salon. If any of them are "celebrity stylists," they may charge more. Also, within a salon the prices can vary based on how much experience a stylist has (whether he or she is a "master" or "junior" stylist).
In most cases, the price isn't the best indicator of how well your hair will turn out, that's why it's better to rely on referrals rather than the name or address of the salon.
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The real reason some hair takes longer to cut than others ...
Is texture. Stylists say fine hair is quicker to cut than thick hair and that texture matters more than length. So if you know you have really thick hair, be prepared for a slightly longer appointment.
And along those lines, if you are in a rush, make an appropriate appointment. A blow-out is quick, a cut or color is not. And tell your stylist ahead of time that you're in a hurry so he or she is prepared.
Whether you think of a salon visit as a fun treat or a necessary chore, you'll want to get the best service (and hairstyle) possible, right? That's why we talked to the experts, Marco Pelusi, owner of Marco Pelusi Hair Studio, Jenny Balding, senior stylist at Cutler/Redken Salons, Whitney Olson, stylist at Warren Tricomi Los Angeles, and Rosie Acosta, salon manager at Warren Tricomi Los Angeles. They told us the secrets of the salon -- the best times to go, how to get that last-minute appointment when you're desperate, and much more!
