How to find the best Brazilian Blow Dry expert in London and beyond
Numerous salons offer Brazilian Blow Dry treatments (also known as Brazilian Blow Outs) in London and the UK. The question is what’s the most effective way to choose the right hair specialist for you?
Oliver Daminar is Brazilian Blow Dry and Yuko Hair Straightening expert based at Michael John salon in Belgravia, London, who also offers a mobile service across the UK, Europe and worldwide. With 27 years of experience under his belt, he has a loyal clientele from all walks of life including celebrities and royalty.
Here are his top tips to help you find the best Brazilian Blow Dry in London or elsewhere:
Check their client reviews
Make sure they seem genuine. What are clients saying about their hair specialist and the quality of their Brazilian Blow Dry? Are they happy and do they book again regularly? The more testimonials you can read, the better as it will give you a well-rounded picture of the quality of service that you’ll receive. Read Oliver’s feedback here.
“Oli is in my opinion one of the best in the world with regard to hair straightening and it is proved by his global list of clients.”
Ask how long they’ve been giving Brazilian Blow Dry treatments to their clients
This will help you to gauge their experience and check their credentials. Where have they trained and worked in the past? Have they been based in well known salons that give you the confidence to know they’ll do a great job for you? Find out more about Oliver Daminar.
Find out if they have well-researched answers for any questions that might be personal to you
You might want to keep some curl in your hair rather than have it completely straight, or perhaps you’re unsure when to colour your hair to time it with your Brazilian Blow Dry. There are a lot of questions that can come up so you need to know that your specialist is confident with their answers. Here are some useful FAQs.
Will you be given proper aftercare instructions to make the most of your Brazilian Blow Dry?
There are a few strict rules you need to follow after you’ve had your hair done. Number one being to only use sulphate-free shampoo or all the good work will be undone! Make sure that your contact can advise you well and cover as much ground as possible to keep your hair looking smooth, glossy and frizz-free. See Oliver’s recommended hair products.
Check pricing. Is it too good to be true?
If the cost is too low be very wary of the quality of work you’ll end up with. Most of us have experienced a hair disaster of some kind in our lives and we don’t want to repeat it. A seasoned Brazilian Blow Dry specialist will charge appropriately for their experience and skill with your precious locks. It shouldn’t cost the earth, but question why someone would charge £50 for such a complex hair treatment. You can check Oliver’s pricing here.
Investigate follow-up after you’ve had your hair done
Are you confident that you’ll be able to go back to your hair specialist with any questions or comments after you’ve had your Brazilian Blow Dry? Do you have their salon or mobile phone number and will you be able to speak directly to them? Do they sound passionate enough about their work to care about your feedback?
Think about if you’ve been happy with all communications from your hair specialist
This will be vital for the duration of the run-up and aftercare for your booking. Have they responded to you promptly and properly at all times and happily answered your questions? Are you satisfied that you’re being taken seriously as a client and will be treated respectfully and professionally once you’ve trusted them with your hair?
Beware of anyone who delays their replies for longer than 24 hours or doesn’t keep their promises in the very early stages of talking to them.
Enquire about the locations where you can have your hair treated
Most Brazilian Blow Dry specialists are based in a salon. This provides a very different experience to having your hair done at home, however your house may be more convenient if you lead a busy life.
After 19 years working at Harrods, Oliver is now freelancing full-time with home visits in London, across the UK, Europe and worldwide, bringing convenience and cost savings to his clients. For those who prefer the luxury of a salon, he’s located at Michael John salon in Chelsea, London on Sundays and Mondays by appointment only.
Follow their social media accounts
Are they kept up-to-date so that you can get a real feel for what they’re up to day-to-day? Do you like their tone and approach? This isn’t essential but it’s a nice way to decide whether you want to book them. It’s also important for keeping in touch once your Brazilian Blow Dry has been completed.
Contact Oliver now for an informal chat about your hair requirements.
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