Salon Gossip: Shit Heard in a Salon

Salon Gossip: Shit Heard in a Salon

Salon gossip: Shit heard in a salon is the topic of today’s Hair Police column from Ask the Pro Stylist. We all see the bad reviews of stylists and salons on YouTube or Instagram with someone crying about bad hair. Yet there are always two sides to every story and behind every hair disaster, which most often stems from poor communication. Today I was sent these hysterical videos depicting what stylists too often have to deal with, so enjoy and have a hardy laugh. And remember, it’s all in good fun, we love our guests and wouldn’t be where we are today without you.

Happy Sunday you sexy beasts! Today’s Hair Police column from Ask the Pro Stylist is coming to you a day early because tomorrow I head to IBS New York.

I was sent these videos that take a look at salon gossip and put a humorous spin on it. Adapted from the Shit People Say series, a few salons jumped on the banter bandwagon and distributed a few peeves we stylists have in a tongue-in-cheek manner. Communication is key to a great hair day, and often times we hear the following, which really doesn’t help in giving you the best service.

The first video covers most of the salon gossip that occurs after you leave, from arriving late, moaning during a hair wash, which BTW is so awkward as our boobs are in your face and your arms are very close to our genitals, and asking repeatedly if you’re done, etc.

The next video is just as poignant, especially when the client from hell complains she doesn’t want to change the hairstyle, but whines, “Don’t take off the length!” Brilliant! Like, I seriously want to punch her in the face for talking like that! (Yes, I know it’s a parody)

This last video of salon gossip: shit heard in a salon, pinpoints the client who thinks it’s ok to take a call during her appointment, because we have nothing to do! The only thing missing in all three is that one oversensitive client who cringes as soon as a comb touches her head, so much so you have to take extra time just to complete a simple task due to the constant complaining.

See you next Monday when the Hair Police returns for more salon gossip or other violations that hopefully make you giggle. Until then, happy styling!

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