Random Hair Thoughts/Thinking out loud

Dayjoy said:
You probably already thought of this, but I feel like "mainstream" chain salons (like Supercuts) might have more entry level positions available.
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I applied at super cuts and ulta but they are a bit far for me since I use public transportation. Idk of other places. I live in a predominately black/non white area so I don't really see those kinds of places.
 
Napp said:
I applied at super cuts and ulta but they are a bit far for me since I use public transportation. Idk of other places. I live in a predominately black/non white area so I don't really see those kinds of places.
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Dang! Does the cosmetology school have a placement program or even a help wanted board? I would think this would be the first place stylists looking for assistants would go.
 
Dayjoy said:
Dang! Does the cosmetology school have a placement program or even a help wanted board? I would think this would be the first place stylists looking for assistants would go.
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Yep I spent an hour at the school calling for jobs and leaving messages with the people who call the school for stylists. I had 3 interviews that were in white salons and once they saw me in person they said they will call me back. No one called me back. Personally I didn't like that the whole salon would stop when I came in and everyone is smiling. I felt so out of place. Honestly I've decided not to put myself in that situation again.

I feel like it's too early in my career to be so jaded though. I would take it easy but I need a source of income
 
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For those who have used Joico Moisture Recovery Conditioner (just the regular conditioner), does it have good/decent slip? I am thinking about giving it a try.
 
Napp said:
I had 3 interviews that were in white salons and once they saw me in person they said they will call me back. No one called me back. Personally I didn't like that the whole salon would stop when I came in and everyone is smiling. I felt so out of place. Honestly I've decided not to put myself in that situation again.
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That's crazy! I have gone to black stylists who worked in white salons back in the 80s and 90s. Good Lord, are we going backwards or what?
 
Napp said:
Yep I spent an hour at the school calling for jobs and leaving messages with the people who call the school for stylists. I had 3 interviews that were in white salons and once they saw me in person they said they will call me back. No one called me back. Personally I didn't like that the whole salon would stop when I came in and everyone is smiling. I felt so out of place. Honestly I've decided not to put myself in that situation again.

I feel like it's too early in my career to be so jaded though. I would take it easy but I need a source of income
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I feel you. I wish you were near me. I need a good hair stylist for me and DD. We'd be your first regulars.
 
Sharpened said:
That's crazy! I have gone to black stylists who worked in white salons back in the 80s and 90s. Good Lord, are we going backwards or what?
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I really don't like the vibe I get once they see me in person. I remember I went to this small salon after talking to them on the phone. They were really eager and called me several times after I had missed their call. Then wanted to interview me that day. Since I was all dolled up that day I decided to make the trip to see them. When I got there they smiled and looked at each other. He said I need someone for the weekend I will call you back. Never heard from them again.
 
Napp said:
I really don't like the vibe I get once they see me in person. I remember I went to this small salon after talking to them on the phone. They were really eager and called me several times after I had missed their call. Then wanted to interview me that day. Since I was all dolled up that day I decided to make the trip to see them. When I got there they smiled and looked at each other. He said I need someone for the weekend I will call you back. Never heard from them again.
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Well, at least you know that place and others like it aren't your calling so you're time wasn't wasted. You'll find the place where you can use your talents and be with who you're supposed to be working with, meeting the people you're supposed to meet.
 
Napp said:
I really don't like the vibe I get once they see me in person. I remember I went to this small salon after talking to them on the phone. They were really eager and called me several times after I had missed their call. Then wanted to interview me that day. Since I was all dolled up that day I decided to make the trip to see them. When I got there they smiled and looked at each other. He said I need someone for the weekend I will call you back. Never heard from them again.
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This is nuts! They know what your training is since they had to go through it. Keep seeking; something will open up for you.
 
PJaye said:
The Soultanicals Strand Repair DC and the Mielle Babassu DC are dupes for one another. Their ingredients are similar, and they also serve the same purpose and offer the same results - silky soft, highly moisturized, balanced hair. Their only difference lies in their consistency, with the Soultanicals being thick and creamy while the Mielle has a thin, lotion-like, I should be in a bottle not a jar texture (the Mielle also tingles slightly due to its peppermint content). Get one or the other, but there is no need for both, says the person who again finds herself possessing three jars of each product. I'm beginning to see the problem...
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Thank you! :kiss:
 
whiteoleander91 said:
For those who have used Joico Moisture Recovery Conditioner (just the regular conditioner), does it have good/decent slip? I am thinking about giving it a try.
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@whiteoleander91 This is one of my favorite conditioners. It has tons of slip for my hair. I use about 5-6 pumps on each section. (I condition in 6 sections) Let it sit for 3-5 minutes and tangles just slip and slide right past each other.
 
discodumpling said:
Pinned one side of my 3 day old wash n go up and folks lost their minds! My wypipo (they've only seen my fro since I started working there) & my thirsty arsed DH! After 2+ yrs of mostly wash n go's dude is "tired" but i'm not! I'm bout to hop in the shower and do it again! :)
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Rock it, girl. LOL!

DH just told me last night he is starting to get used to me with hair again. He is patiently waiting for the return of the puff and will remind me if I wear it too long.
 
Napp said:
I went to an interview today and I usually wear a wig but I decided to wear my 5 day old wash n go instead. Unfortunately I didn't get the job (i need to work on my braiding skills) but I did get a nice compliment on my hair. It was puffy due to it raining outside so I was surprised at that.

I've exhausted my list of places to apply. Everyone wants experience. I am a little sad at that because it has been 3 months since I graduated. It seems like I'm just going to have to train myself and work for myself because no one wants to hire a newbie.
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I'm going to put it in the universe that you'll get your own salon and then you'll need to hire other stylists to help with all the overflow that you'll have. Good stylists who actually care about hair health are sooo needed. Keep pushing sis, it's going to work out for you.
 
I'm going to DC with Giovanni silk something or other DC that I purchased months ago accidentally. I'm excited: I've never used it, and it keeps popping up in LHCF posts as very good.

I'm going to go ahead and first clarify with ORS Aloe Creamy shampoo to ensure I get the full effects. However, I feel I might be clarifying too often in the name of trialing new products.
 
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