What this guide helps you decide
- Make a short timeline
- Let the plan change
- Bring questions home
Make a short timeline
List home color, bleach, henna, perms and straightening in the order you remember them. Include approximate dates and whether the service covered roots or lengths. “I am not sure” is more helpful than leaving an uncertain treatment out.
Let the plan change
Hair history may change the sequence, scope or suitability of a service. A stylist may need a closer assessment before committing to your inspiration. Ask what the unknowns are and whether the most useful next step is a consultation rather than an immediate transformation.
Bring questions home
Ask which services should be spaced apart and which product-specific instructions apply. AAD cautions about combining chemical processes; do not set your own universal timetable from a social post. Keep a simple record after each appointment for the next professional you visit.