Breakups are hard. We can all agree on that. Yet, breakups with your hairstylist feel different. You have spent countless hours with this person and numerous hair therapy sessions with them. Crying, laughing, venting. We bond with our clients as friends and as part of our family. However, breakups happen, and it’s okay. Whether it be budget, moving, you want to try something new, etc. Like all breakups, though, we are often left wondering if there was something that we could have done to change the outcome. Here are a few tips to help make the transition smoother… for both of us!
Communication is key. As hairstylists, we get emotionally attached to our clients. You're like family. However, we are more understanding than you think! Whether it be scheduling conflicts, current budget restraints, or you want to try something new. Your hair, time, and money are YOURS. We understand! We are more flexible than you think. Has your budget changed? We can talk about options! Try talking to your hairstylist about different maintenance options. Scheduling conflicts? We can talk about that too! There is nothing that I would love more than to be able to continue working with you. However, if those options don’t work, a simple I appreciate you, but this won’t work for the time being is perfectly okay too!
Please don't ghost us. Being ghosted by a client is worse than being ghosted by a hot Tinder date. I spend more time on your hair than I do on my own. We often wonder what went wrong or if you are okay. Please don't make us turn into a crazy ex. We are in the business of creating connections with people. We deserve an "it's not me, it's you" text too.
In the end, breakups can be inevitable. However, taking the time to talk to your stylist can help put both of your minds at ease. We love you. We appreciate you. And we are rooting for you wherever your life takes you.
Lots of love,
Kelsey Mabie
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