Remember to have your hair cut every three months

“Interviewer: 'So Frank, you have long hair. Does that make you a woman?'

Frank Zappa: 'You have a wooden leg. Does that make you a table?” 

― Frank Zappa

The average amount hair can grow a month is half an inch. Every one's hair grows at different rates and styles require different maintenance. You would think its easy to determine the right amount of time between cuts. Not the case. The forth commandment of haircare is Remember to have your hair cut every three months.

If you have short hair or have a style the requires more maintenance, and depending on how much your hair grows a month; you should get your hair cut every 4 to 6 weeks. For those with long hair you should go no longer than three months between haircuts. I recommend this amount of time because your hair begins to get dry and break. Also the hair has lost its styles after that amount of time. Cutting your hair doesn't help it grow longer, but it helps it stay nice as it grows out. If your hair and scalp are happy your hair will grow better.

The choice is yours when it comes to your hair and how much money/time you want to invest in it. Your hair is an investment in

self

. Keeping your hair up doesn't have to be a task unless you want it to be. Having a good hair cut will save you time styling and make you feel great. 

Love your hair. Love yourself.

The Royal B

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Not lie to your stylist

"If you don't look good, we don't look good." 

-Vidal Sassoon

The third commandment of hair care is, Not lie to your stylist. One of the most important parts of a service is the consultation. When you come in for your first appointment, the consultation is my time to get to know you and your hair. It is very important for your stylist to know every chemical service you have had done on your hair and personal hair maintenance. Here is an example,

A client came to me get her hair done and wants to go lighter. I ask her the last time she colored her hair, "it's been years" she responds. I apply color to her hair and after fifteen minutes I notice the last four inches of her hair isn't lifting the same. I ask "are you sure you didn't color your hair?" Then she tells me "I put a semi permanent color on her hair five months ago, I didn't think it mattered".

For your stylist to be able to achieve the look you want we need to know everything. I have created a list of questions for you answer, that I ask my clients. These questions will help you communicate your hair history with your stylist.

Hair History

Hair density:

Fine

Med

Thick

Hair texture:

Curly

Straight

Really curly 

Scalp:

Normal

Oily

Dry

Oily scalp/ dry ends

How often do you wash your hair?

Everyday

Every other day

Once or twice a week

What shampoo/conditioner/ styling products do you use?

How often do you style your hair?

Everyday 

Never

I don't have time

I don't like to product

When I need it

What styling tools do you use on your hair?

Blow dryer

Flat iron

Curling iron 

Hot rollers 

Do you like blunt or razor cuts?

What do you like about your hair?

What do you not like about your hair?

Color Treatment

What tones do you like to see in your hair?

Red

Ash/ blue

Gold

Violet

What tones do you don't like to see in your hair?

Red

Ash/ blue

Gold

Violet

Which chemical treatments have you applied to your hair?

None

Brazilian keratin treatment

Haircolor remover

Chemical relaxer

Perm

When was the last time you colored your hair?

Have you had your hair highlighted or bleached?

Having this hair history is very helpful to your stylist. We want to create the best process and know what out limitations are. Sometimes you have abused or wrongly colored your hair too much that the look you want isn't achievable. Keeping your hair's integrity should be you and your stylist priority. Remember communication is key.

Love your hair. Love yourself.

The Royal B

Copy Write 2013-2015

No person shall conduct a chemical service on thy self

"It's a new challenge to see how people can change your look. I like words like transformation, reinvention, and chameleon. Because one word I don't like is predictable."

-Naomi Campbe

ll

Everyone has had that day when they look in the mirror and think "I need to change my hair" or "my roots are horrible". You desperately run out to the store to buy hair color. For some this ends up being a happy accident. Then there are the unfortunate disasters who end up in my chair. The second commandment of hair hare is No person shall conduct a chemical service on thy self.

We all know we shouldn't be doing our own hair. We learned the color wheel in grade school but, you don't understand hair color theory. Your chemistry class in high school didn't teach you the chemical process of a perm or straightener. Hair color, perms, and straighteners are chemicals only trained professionals know how to use.

When you chemically process your hair you are committing to keeping up that process and colored hair isn't natural anymore. Even if the box says it only last 30 washes. Color removers will not magically return your hair to its natural state. Why are you risking all of this when you can go see a stylist?

Hair stylists are trained to use these chemicals. Stylists have been through color theory and understand the coloring process. This is why my first commandment "thou shalt have a stylist" is so important. Ask your stylist before you want to change your hair. I know financially everyone can't afford this, but your hair is an expression of self. Honor your hair and respect yourself by seeing a stylist.

Love your hair. Love your self.

The Royal B

Copy Write 2012-2015

Thou shalt have a stylist

"I think that the most important thing a woman can have - next to talent, of course is her 

hairdresser."

-Joan Crawford

We all need someone to style our hair and give ourself special attention. We can't do everything ourselves. It's important to find the right stylist for you and I'm talking on all levels. The stylist look, personality, the salon and schedule are things you need to look at. Your time at the salon is just that YOURs. Choose a stylist you like. I know its not easy to find a stylist, here are some helpful hints on how to find a stylist. 

*Ask someone who's hair you like. Seeing someone with a great haircut or color is a calling card to a good stylist. Don't be embarrassed to ask. Everyone likes a complement and wouldn't mind giving you the information.

* Look up salons in the phone book. I was surprised how many of my clients found our salon through the phone book. If you see an ad you like, call them.

*Do a Internet search for salons in your area. Search keywords for the type of salon you are looking for. For example color specialist, precision hair cutting or certain product lines you use.

* Go into salons and talk to the receptionist. Ask her/him about the stylists and what kind of hair they like to do. Look at the people in the salon and watch how the stylists conduct their service.

* Make an appointment for a consultation or a blow out. At that time, you can ask your potential stylist any questions or concerns you have about your hair. You can bring in pictures or color formulas with you to discuss with the stylist. You can see then if you like him/ her and feel they will be able to style your hair to your liking.

Remember, you want to like the person you are going to see for an hour to two hours at a time, every four to six weeks. This time is for YOU. Getting your hair done should be a fun and pampering experience.

Love your hair. Love yourself.

The Royal B

Copy Write 2012-2015

"How do you take care of your hair?"

This question alone has inspired me to create this blog. I was surprised how many people had no idea how to take care of their hair. I thought, shouldn't their mothers, sisters , aunts, friends etc have taught them something.... No . I have even asked my clients, "Do you brush your hair?" a common answer was "No, like people used to.." I found this funny, yet alarming.

The health of your hair is important to achieving the style you want. Many curly haired clients have come to me saying, it's difficult to get their hair straight. I say, well, if you hadn't fried off your hair so much with the flat iron it would be easier achieve it. There are so many different ways I have seen people abuse their hair. From over styling to neglect. This led me to create the Ten Commandments of Hair Care.

The Ten Commandments of Hair Care are guidelines to follow to achieve healthy hair. I will be sharing my commandments with you in a series of blog posts. In each post, I will explain how each is important and how it will help you.

It is my goal to get people to spend time with their hair. Take care of your hair and love it.

Love your hair. Love your self.

-The Royal B

Copy Write 2013-2015