Whichever treatment you’re heading to the salon for, there are a few generic need-to-knows that could help the result last longer and leave you feeling prepped. How do we know? Because we’re beauty connoisseurs. (…) and definitely spend far too much of our lives in salons. We’ve got quite the arsenal of intel, so it’s time we shared it. Your very own guide to getting the most out of your beauty treatment.
By Rachel Spedding
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1 Do I leave a tip?
To tip or not to tip? There’s only one rule on this – you decide. Only tip if you want to and are pleased with your treatment. Your stylist is sure to appreciate an extra nod to their service, but it’s entirely your call.
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2 Speak to the pros
Ask questions, make the most of their specialist knowledge. Which shampoo should I use? How often should I come back? What's the best way to keep my colour this damn good? We can help with that, but they definitely can too.
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3 Do your prep
Make sure to do your research ahead of your treatment if it’s something you’ve never tried before. Like exfoliating before a spray tan, removing polish before a mani, or more unusual in-the-knows, like not washing your hair 48 hours before a colouring appointment.
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4 Consult the reviews
There’s a lot of choice when it comes to beauty venues, if you’re struggling to find a spot (or fancy switching up from your usual), check out the abundance of salon reviews right here on Treatwell.
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5 Patch test, please!
A number of beauty treatments require a patch test as staple. Brow tints, for example. Don’t be turned away on the day of your appointment because you didn’t spare five mins for a patch test prior to the day. You’ve been warned.