I wish that some (this is definitely a small percentage) clients would understand that it’s better that a hairstylist cares more about the integrity of your hair than getting to silver or platinum in one sitting. Because it’s better to pay for the 3-4 sessions and have healthy hair and it take a little while, than to have your friend do it with box dye and completely fry your hair. The cut and color correction will end up costing more than the original 3-4 sessions. True story by the way, needed to cut off 6 inches of hair.
From the client standpoint, I feel like the reputation and hair history are critical. I had an amazing time when I got my hair cut at the end of September and I made sure to tell my mother and I will ensure I write a phenomenal rave review on Google. I also made sure to tell the hairdresser about the shampoo I mainly used, the fact that I have used plant based hair color, the fact my hair sheds heavily due to a health disorder, and my hair health boosting supplements.
I been wanting to do my hair but due to the pandemic lay-off I have not set any appointments with my hairstylist because she is pricey but really good at her job and would never ask for discount. I rather save and wait until I can afford to spend. Like you said it is a luxury to get your hair color or cut. I respect prices and her work.
Many moons ago I wanted to be a stylist but I chickened out. Hair coloring scared the crap out of me, it was too much chemistry. Esp. today with all these complicated colors like rose gold, mushroom, mocha, rainbow sherbet, ah my anxiety!
This is coming from a Stylist point of view... Please treat our career with respect as you would someone in the medical field, office admin job or even restuarant. The pay and hours of operations are SET for their professions, as it is for us Stylist. I couldn’t imagine asking my dental office to stay open later or discounting my cleaning to accommodate me; it’s selfish and insulting honestly. Treat us with human decency and respect what it is we do, even if you only view it as “an art form”. Sorry Sam I had to let that be publicly known. 😩❤️
Great tips, thank you! I will say that recently I asked my hairdresser if I could see her on her day off because her and I have the same days off... and she received it well! I asked her in the most polite way possible and acknowledged that I knew this was a HUGE ask that I did NOT expect her to agree to it. But she was happy to do it since she was having a slow week! Plus she does house calls and I offered to come to her instead of her drive to me. I've been going to her for years. I will tip her generously!! I would never ask this of a stylist I just met or only through insta. Thank you for teaching us to be better clients!
Clients need to know that celebrities get their hair done all the time by someone. That includes wigs, clip ins, touch ups or whatever it takes to look good. People in real life arent as fortunate, so we have to be realistic with expectations/limitations.
Definitely! I've experienced quite a few people who want the Kim Kardashian treatment, but they don't have the Kim Kardashian bank account to match the demands lol!
I agree with everything you said!! from a client pov: I wish hairdressers were more upfront about pricing and would list their prices. I also don't like when hairdressers double/triple book clients at the same time and gossip. It took me a long time to finally find a good hairdresser who I actually like and go to consistently
I love my hairstylists work but i really can't afford what I want anymore since she raised her prices. So I just asked her what she can do for my price range. Super easy. No need to drag their prices!
Exactly!! I always have that conversation during consultations because I think some people don't realize that. No, we won't just charge less for what you want because you can't afford it right now, but we CAN work with your budget and still give you something beautiful. :)
Hi! Sam im a new subscriber, been watching your vlogs for couple of month now I love how u explain about hair etc, it makes me learn alot about it, also your so beautiful, your such a nice person and I learn alot from u
Loved this video! Have you ever made a video going over your pricing?? I’m really interested in hearing what you charge for the area you are in. I’m in LV! Booth rent at the salon I’m starting at is pretty pricey. That’s another thing for clients to keep in mind! We spend a lot of money as hairstylists, lash artists etc.. product, booth rent, schooling, continued education & more! So many just think it’s a fun & easy job.. when it’s hard work! Mentally & physically haha
Sara Pesci thank you! You should follow Brit Seva on Instagram if you don’t already. She’s a great resource when it comes to pricing. I’m an employee at my salon, so I don’t set our prices, but they’re based on her formula :)
Sam Vay Awesome!! I’ll totally check her out! Christina Kreitel just posted an live/igtv about her pricing & it was reallllllly helpful! You should check it out!
As a client, who rarely gets color done (it has been 2 years) and I go in for a trim and ask questions about how best to take care of my hair, I get blown off. It has happened several times and it makes me feel like since I am not spending $100+ I am not worth the time to have my questions answered. I know that is not every salon, but I am not sure where to look for a stylist who will actually help me. Obviously you do not live in my area and probably don’t know anyone down here (Corpus Christi, TX), I just wanted to give a client grievance that we deal with some times that puts us off.
Hey Sam, I had my hair dyed light brown December of last year and it's looking pretty brassy now. I have not visited the salon yet so the demarcation of my natural and dyed hair is pretty harsh. Any purple shampoo you could recommend so I can tone it down a little bit? Thanks! 💙
I always see a lot of influencers vlogging saying they’re late to an appointment but they continue wasting time vlogging and I always feel so bad for the person that’s waiting on them!! It’s so inconsiderate.
As a hairstylist myself, I have had a lot of no call/no shows. One, which was big color service, didn't show. I called and made up a lie and didn't "remember" she had an appointment.
Sam can you please do a vid of your favorite hair tools 🙏🏼 blow dryer, straightener, curler etc Help us save money by not buying shitty products pls my blow dryer sucks lol
Yes! I did a video a while back showing what I keep in my station and the tools I use. Not much has changed since. Here's the link: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Rm8gSLbWXqs.html :)
I have a question,so I got a balayage last year in November it was like warm blonde and natural looking ,my natural hair is brunette,and I just wanted to know when will the balayage go away because I’ve had blonde balayage for like 2 years now and I just want it to go away but I don’t want to dye my hair brown and I just want to let the color grow out,do you have an idea about how long it takes to get out of my hair?
Where I live, being late is REALLY rude. Not showing up without notifying people? NO-GO. Some people just want to haggle everywhere they go. I was working in a café and people would ask me if they could get stuff cheaper or even for free. Em, no? That would probably lose me my job? I was not the owner, just the waitress, I did not decide on the prices. Love your makeup. It's always just so pretty!
I had the same thing happen & they threatened to lower my tip. So, I told them then so be it! I just work here. They already knew that, because it was at a chain place. I think that is really rude to ask someone to risk their job like that.
This question is not related as far as this video.( which I really like and appreciate. ) BUT your hair color is BEAUTIFUL. Is it possible to share your hair? I get you likely don't do it, or do you? If not could you shared the technique AND the colors you used on your hair? That's alot of asking 😬, but it really is perfection. Love you & your work. Thank you!
Thank you! I actually did a tutorial on the placement. Just search “reverse balayage” in my videos. The tone of the lighter pieces is just a result of the faded orange that I had several weeks ago though, so I don’t have an exact formula to share for that unfortunately.
Always try to put yourself in others shoes and try to understand things from their perspective. Communication is so important when it comes to humans interacting with each other. The world doesn't revolve solely around you, your wants and needs. Lol. I'm glad I learned this early on. Weird how some ppl just don't get it.
Hey Sam! I love your videos, but I've noticed that some of them in recent times have a bit of an echo when you speak. I don't know about others, but I have a hard time focusing on what you're saying because I get distracted by the echo - a sensory thing, I guess. Did you previously have an attached mic? Or is it possible it just echoes more in your new place? I want to keep watching your videos, and thought I'd make a request for an adjustment to audio. I enjoy your content and watch every single one!
Thanks for letting me know! I did have a separate mic in the past, but it started creating static and just wouldn't work at random times, so I stopped using it.
What about tipping? What if you saved $300+ to get our hair done, should you also be prepared to tip the 15 20 25%? Can you give me your opinion on this Sam thank you !
Just because you dye your hair your natural color it doesn’t mean that your hair is natural or virgin you still have dye in there and a stylist still needs to know that
When I was younger (15-16), I had that mindset 😭 my poor hair dresser... I assumed that since my hair was brown and I dyed it dark brown it didn’t make a difference. OOPS
I find it so odd that people don't understand that business appointments matter. It's like school, students aren't getting paid to be there but they still have to show up on time.
I wish clients didnt use us as a trash can for their negative thoughts and feelings. I understand that you want to form a bond with your stylist but like for you to sit there and just complain about your life for a few hours while im tryjng to focus and work is ignorant! I wish people were more professional. If i have to be professional so should you.
inthemidst haha I get that! I actually don’t mind clients complaining about life, because we all need our time to vent about things and your time in the salon should be for relaxing and unwinding. So if bitching about your coworker helps you feel better, I’m all ears! But sometimes the things they complain about are definitely inappropriate, in which case I completely agree with you.
Them sending u a message late at night is one thing but them then adding a question mark cuz u don’t respond LATE AT NIGHT is just so disrespectful in my opinion.
I really hope I don’t sound rude- but maybe try to not block off your brows? From a MUA point of view, its a little harsh for your face shape and features. Love ur videos 😭❤️
Bhristinaricci I actually don’t fill my brows in, just a little bit of brow gel. That’s how they are as a result of not so great microblading a couple of years ago. Trust me, I don’t love it either and have been working on fading them.
@@styledbysamvay Sephora Collection has their micro brow pencil that mimics hairs and it’s waterproof (bomb.com) and ABH has their new microblading pen which is super nice too. It’ll hold you down until the rest fades. I feel you tho, I’ve been there too 😊
It is a bit rude because it wasnt something that it was asked for. Example if I go up to an overweight person and tell them hey have you ever thought about eating healthier coming from a nutritionist, being big is a little harsh for your health. If she didn’t ask me about it than it’s considered rude. Because what if she doesn’t mind being thick or if she’s already Insecured. Or if I went to someone that had chunky highlights and say “those highlights don’t look good on you coming from a stylist” that’s how she likes them and didn’t ask me for my opinion!!!!!
