A: Many salons will not perm a child under the age of 12 because there is a greater chance of poor results. It is advisable to put off a chemical salon service until puberty starts to begin. As any menopausal woman will tell you, fluctuations in hormone levels can do strange things to hair. Straight hair goes curly. Fine hair grows thick. Thick hair turns limp. Children have finer hair than adults, which increases the chances for over-processing and damaging the hair. Better safe than sorry is a great policy, especially in the haircare business.
Q: What style should I select for my child?
A: Choose styles that require a minimal amount of upkeep. Avoid short layers on girls, because they require more time and effort to style. Opt for one-length cuts or long layers. Boys cuts should be simple as well. Classic men's cuts like the Caesar, flattop, or crew cut work well because they are timeless and always popular. Allow children to have a say in the selection process, after all, it is their hair and they have to wear the style.
In Closing:
Am I the only one who thinks Rod Stewart is seriously overdue for a new hairstyle?
Many clients (who are undeniably stuck in 1984) ask for their hair feathered. If you ask me, the only things that ought to be feathered are birds.
Am I the only one who thinks it's ridiculous to spend $14.99 on a styling product that promises to leave your hair looking like you haven't used any styling products? Why not just buy an empty bottle?
Equally ridiculous is spending the same amount on a product designed to give hair a "disheveled and messy" look. Why not just throw away your combs and stop washing your hair?
Would someone please explain to me why a woman will go into a salon and pay $80.00 for a perm, then at the completion of the service ask the stylist if she can have her hair blown-dry and styled straight?
Also, pink lipstick and blue eyeshadow look good on nobody!
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