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1. Introduction to hairstyling

>the work of cutting and arranging people’s hair : the work of a hairstylist

>the act or result of cutting or arranging hair into a particular look or style

Hairdressing, custom of cutting and arranging the hair, practiced by men and women from ancient
times to the present.

2. Benefits of having hairstyling skills

If hairdressing is a role that has always interested you there are some very good reasons to
consider it as a career. From the opportunities it offers for travel and learning, to the skills you’ll
acquire, the benefits of a hairdressing role are many.

•Good job security. Especially with Brexit looming, job security has become a top priority for many
people. One of the benefits of hairdressing is that people will always need haircuts. So, if you’re looking
for a role that offers positive job security it’s a great one to consider.

•Opportunities to work anywhere. Hairdressing is a very transferable skill, which means that you can
work pretty much anywhere. From salons in the UK to New York Fashion Week or jobs in holiday hot
spots you’ll have lots of options when it comes to work locations.

•A positive experience. If your day-to-day experience of life is important, hairdressing has a lot to offer –
it’s regularly voted one of the happiest jobs in the world. Why? Well every day you’ll have contact with
people and be able to use your skills and creativity for job satisfaction.

•It can be a very flexible role. If you’re a hairdresser then you have a lot of options in terms of the way
that you design your life. From renting a chair in a salon to setting up a mobile hairdressing business
where you travel to clients you can choose the lifestyle that works best for you.

•There are opportunities to earn. Just like any job, when you’re starting out you might find that getting
established requires working long hours and sometimes with not much pay. However, once you start to
build your reputation it’s possible to begin making some serious money. Whether you build up a regular
client list or move into a position like salon manager, the salaries can be very competitive.

•You’ll be able to make a name for yourself. Whether it’s entering industry competitions, creating an
influencer style social media profile or working on photo shoots or fashion weeks there are lots of ways
to build profile and reputation.

•It’s a people-focused industry. From the regular client contact to interactions with salon staff, the range
of people you’ll meet as a hairdresser is broad. That means it’s simple to build your contacts book and
there’s plenty of socialising on offer too.

•No day is dull. If you’re looking for variety then you can create it with a hairdressing role, from the
places that you work to the people that you meet.
•There are lots of ways to improve and learn. From training courses to qualifications you can continue to
improve and grow throughout your career.

•It’s hard to beat for learning interpersonal skills. Client psychology and customer management are as
important as cutting skills in hairdressing. This type of career will teach you a lot about how to interact
with, and manage, customers. This is essential knowledge whether you stay in this industry or choose to
move on.

3. Responsibilities of a hairstylist
 Use hair care tools and equipment safely and effectively to avoid accidents.
 Monitor inventory level of hair care supplies and report any shortages in a timely
manner.
 Provide hair care services including shampooing, cutting, coloring and styling.
 Analyze facial features and recommend appropriate hair styles to customers.
 Perform hair shaping, curling, straightening, trimming, bleaching, dyeing and tinting
services as requested.
 Perform hair treatments including conditioning and scalping.
 Provide quality customer services and maintain high standard of professionalism
 Follow safety, sanitation and healthy standards.
 Adhere to salon policies and procedures to ensure operational efficiency.
 Stay abreast with latest development in hair styling and fashion industry.
 Assist junior stylists in their job duties when needed.
 Advice customers on home care tips for hair.
 Maintain the workstation clean, safe and organized.
 Clean and sterilize hair care tools regularly.
 Report unsafe circumstances and inappropriate customer behaviors to Manager
immediately.

4. Fundamental Principles of a hairstyling

 Body shape and Height

Height, weight and areas of specific width affect the volume of hair required in a hair
style to create an overall pleasing proportion. The female shape and facial
characteristics are generally more curved than the male. Shorter, more petite body
types can be overwhelmed by overly long hair, while taller figures may be more
flattered by longer hair. Conversely, some taller figures seem ungainly with very short
looks that may be better suited to the smaller body type.