Give me a good Shampoo...

Shampooing is one of the most important services you can give a client in the salon. It may seem simple enough on how to give a shampoo but there are techniques that you can do to keep your clients coming back every time. Having patience no matter how busy it may be in the salon and great massaging techniques can make your client feel special every time they come to see you. Here are some great tips to giving an exceptional shampoo that will keep them coming back for more.

Trim Your Nails: Having nails way to long may seem like a great thing for washing hair but in reality it's not. Everyone likes their head to be scratched but when washing hair the scalp is easier to create cuts and you can really cause damage with them claws. If you do have long nails put on gloves and when washing use the balls of your fingertips not your nails.

It's Raining on Me: When shampooing you don't need to give your client another shower, or remove their makeup unless your doing a free  makeup application. Be sure to hold the hose to the sink close to the head to avoid water splashing all over them.

My Back Is Wet: When your client is sitting in the chair before they even put their head in the neck rest of the bowl make sure the cape is over the back of the chair and not in between their back and the chair. Also make sure that all their hair is in the bowl and not in the neck rest. Doing these little things will help you make sure your clients back does not become soak and wet from water running down, and you wont have to worry about blow drying your clients clothes after you shampoo.

Is there a Fire: We all know you have other clients coming in but your client shouldn't be able to tell from their shampoo experience. Rushing through shampooing the hair is the worst thing ever. Shampooing gets your clients relaxed and makes your job easier. Give a five to ten minute deep scalp massage letting them know they are important to you. The more important they feel the bigger your tip can be in the end.

Shampooing can be a tedious task for all stylist but it is where you can make the big bucks in tips if clients feel rushed or you manage to soak them with water you will loose that person as a client. Prevent these little mistakes by taking time and letting them enjoy the service they came to see you for.