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Style guides (what to ask + what to avoid)

These guides are built for real life: you want a look that matches the photo, lasts the right amount of time, and doesn’t feel heavy or “too done.” Each guide includes a clear ask, what to specify, and common mistakes to avoid.

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Fastest win: Salon scripts Finishes Terms
One simple template
Copy/paste this for any style

“I want a [sleek / bouncy / textured] finish with [low/medium/high] volume and [straight / soft wave / defined] movement. I want it to feel [lightweight / touchable / long-lasting].”

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How to ask for a blowout
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Specify volume level, ends (straight vs curled), and how “smooth” you want it.
Bouncy Polished
How to ask for waves
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Loose bends vs defined waves — plus what “beachy” and “polished” actually mean.
Soft wave Undone
How to ask for a sleek finish
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Get smooth without it looking flat: specify shine, movement, and “no helmet hair.”
Sleek Shine
How to avoid frizz
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What “anti-frizz” can realistically do, plus what to ask for by hair type.
Control Humidity
Heat styling with less damage
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Heat protectant, tool temp, and a simple routine that doesn’t fry your ends.
Tools Protection
Make hair look thicker (styling)
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Lightweight volume strategies (without making hair sticky or stiff).
Volume Lightweight
How to use these guides
Pick a guide that matches the finish you want, then add 2 details: volume level (low/medium/high) and movement (straight/soft wave/defined). That’s enough for a clear consultation.
Need a universal script?
Best all-purpose page before an appointment.
What to ask for

Want to describe your vibe instead?

Finishes are the quickest way to communicate the “final look.”

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