Introduction to Hair Dressing

Overview

Hairdressers need to understand the dynamic nature of the haircare industry to succeed. Hairstyle trends and customer preferences significantly shape the job as every client has unique hair types, textures and desires. Hairdressers pursue continuous learning and professional development to make sure they meet client's service expectations and provide desired hairstyles. This haircare course equips you with the skills and knowledge required to unleash your creativity and thrive in the exciting and evolving hair industry.

We first lay out the basics of hairdressing. We study the main characteristics of the hair industry, health and safety in the salon, the role of professionalism, effective communication and more. We then highlight the key points to consider when advising and consulting with clients. The course demonstrates the importance of employing active listening to build trust and rapport with clients to make sure you provide them with services that satisfy them and help you to establish customer loyalty. We also outline eight strategies you can use to promote your services to target customers.

The course then explores hair and scalp care. We compare the many hair types and textures and explore hair and scalp anatomy. We then explain how to use shampooing techniques and products, provide scalp massages and solve common hair problems. The course goes over basic hairstyling techniques, including blow-drying, brushing and combing, to help you improve your clients’s hair volume and texture. We demonstrate finishing techniques and show you how to use hairstyling equipment. Finally, we review basic haircutting techniques and terminology, hair colouring and chemical treatments and advanced hair styling techniques. Sign up to learn how to become a professional hairdresser.