How can you tell if a stylist understands Asians? Just ask these questions

Whether you are living abroad or have been living abroad for a long time, finding a designer who truly understands Asian hair has always been a pain point for many people. Asian hair and head shape are unique, and if the designer is not experienced enough, it is easy to have the dilemma of "photo is net beauty, but after the cut becomes a passerby".

This article will provide a set of pragmatic testing SOPs to help you find the most suitable hair professionals overseas. --Why "Asian face ≠ Asian head"? (Let go of the myth of looking for your home country)

The first instinct of many people looking for designers overseas is to target Asian faces, but this is actually one of the most common misconceptions overseas.The professionalism of a designer depends on his practical experience and clientele, not on his nationality.

• The Challenge of "Returning" Asian Designers: Even for designers from major hairdressing countries such as Japan and Korea, if they spend most of their working time overseas dealing with the fine blonde hair of European and American clients, their knowledge base may have been stuck a few years ago when it comes to the thick, hard hair, fine, soft, collapsed, or naturally curly hair that's so common among Asians.
• The limitations of "local" Asian designers: Some designers may specialize in only one style or technique (e.g. only one hairstyle or wand styling) and lack the ability to synthesize Asian hair textures that are so versatile.

Remember: Professionalism comes from experience, not looks. The real understanding of Asian heads is the professionalism that is hidden in the details of the conversation.--2. The "secret clue" to truly understand the Asian scalp! (Professional Competency Check)

To determine whether a designer is a master, you can observe whether he or she has taken the initiative to pay attention to the following "insider" points:

• 💡 Head shape in relation to the back of the head: Europeans and Americans tend to have three-dimensional heads, but Asians often have a flat back of the head. A professional designer will take the initiative to talk about how to make the head shape through theLayers of cuts或Fine-tuning permto embellish orPaddedThe back of the head looks more rounded and fuller. If he only focuses on the bangs or the sides, he may not have evolved to the level of "head architect".
• 💡 Carefully track where your 'hair flow' is going: The complexity of Asian hair streams, with common problems such as swirls, beauty spots and stubborn split ends, are the key to perming, coloring and cutting. If the designer isDry HairIf you don't carefully tousle the roots and observe the direction of the hair flow, you may end up with a hairstyle that's "out of control after the wash".
• 💡 Ability to predict "fading fate" after dyeing: Asian brunettes have a tendency to fade to orange. If the designer can explain the fading mechanism to you, and suggests using techniques such as **Fog Color Correction** or Toning** to 'suppress' or 'lock in' the fading process so that the texture of the color remains intact, it means that he has an in-depth understanding of the underlying pigments in Asian hair color.

--3. Ask these "key questions" to find out the answers! (Tips for Counseling)

When consulting, don't just listen to the designer's introduction, take the initiative to throw out the following targeted questions, which will allow you to quickly understand his professional depth and problem-solving ability:

If the designer just smiles and says, "Leave it to me! No problem!" -It's okay! This is, on the contrary, a warning sign. A true professional will first point out the "difficult points" and then provide "solutions" to overcome them. --The most misleading part of IG works! (The trick behind online beauty photos)

Here are three common visual pitfalls to watch out for when sliding IG references:

1. The effect of filters and retouching: Hair color that is so radiant and dreamy that it's not real probably has filters added to it. Be sure to ask him to show you a photo of your hair color **in natural light** or "without filters "** to avoid any expectation gap.
2. Styling items cover the cut: See a photo of a beautifully curled hairstyle? You have to ask: "Is thisIron it out.orThe electric rod rolls out.s?" If it's a wand, ask him to show what **"Simply Blow Drying "** looks like, because you're after "good finishing", not "shooting for a dreamy two hours".
3. Angles and defects are covered: Be careful if you take photos of your work from the "thinnest side" or "face down" angle. Designers who are really confident dare to take photos of the "top of the head".The fluffiness andThe roundness of the "full back of the head "**.

--Overseas Asians looking for designers "most commonly stepped on mines"! (A lesson in blood and tears, don't do it again)

On the road of overseas hair styling, Asians are most likely to be defeated by the following three "demons":

• ❌ Superstitious belief in "Korea" as a savior: The Korean look is very popular, but it's just a 'style'. If your hair roots are flat, just cutting a Korean hairstyle won't help, you may need to support it with techniques such as 'root perms'.Style is just a coat, technology is the substance.
• ❌ Only look at 'cheap' not 'working hours': High-quality perms or bleaching and coloring require sufficient chemical reaction time and delicate operations. 4 to 5 hours of work is common. If the designer says, "Two hours guaranteed! - Be careful! He is likely to treat you as if you have European or American hair, sacrificing the finesse required for Asian hair.
• ❌ Bound by 'culture': Some designers use the phrase "Oops, that's what water looks like here!" or "It's good to find this in a foreign country! or "I'm glad I found this in a foreign country!" or "It's good to find this in a foreign country!" to get around your dissatisfaction with the results. What you should be looking for is aAbility to overcome water and soil problems and provide solutionsI am a professional, not a fellow countryman who only complains.

--6. Overseas Asians' Love Secrets for "Raising Adult Relationships"!

Finding a designer who understands you is like finding a teammate. Here are some tips for maintaining a good long-term relationship:

1. The first "little try": Start with the basics, such as a haircut or a simple color. Observe how your hair looks one week after the cut.Daily OrganizationIs he still well-behaved in the middle of the month? Did it "grow up" after one month?
2. Provide a proactive "Life Report": Your designer needs to know that yourhabitHow is the water quality at home? Are you handicapped? How often do you fix your hair? The more complete the information you give, the more accurate will be the "specialized formula" he makes for you.
3. Feedback" is given generously: On your next visit, please take the initiative to say, "The fountain was great last time, but the back of it is very easy to cut! This is not a complaint.Give him the opportunity to upgrade to "your own service".It's the designers who listen and make adjustments that are worth the long-term investment. A designer who is willing to listen and make adjustments is a "hair savior" worth investing in for the long haul!