Q & A

What is the difference between a barber and hair stylist?
A hair stylist cuts your hair to an exact style, whilst taking into account your face shape, your type of hair. They will advise on style and cuts that will compliment your face. Also a stylist will be able to cut in different ways such as razor cutting, club cutting, slide cutting and texturising.  They will condition the hair, apply finishers they will use a variety tools such as irons if needed. Whereas a barber generally only cuts hair (dry) one-way which generally follows limited set of cutting patterns on every cut.

What is a mobile hairdresser?
Mobile hairdressers work for themselves rather than at a salon. They come to your home or business to cut style, wash and blow-dry your hair.

Why would I use a mobile hairdresser?
It's convenient, timesaving and hassle-free. With mobile hairdressers you don't have to make a special journey to a salon, you don't have to stress about arriving late, and you don't have the bother (or expense) of finding somewhere to park. Also you don’t have to take an expensive morning or afternoon off work. And most importantly you have the same personal stylist everytime

What should I do before they arrive?
You will need to set aside a space for the mobile hairdresser to work. For instance, you may want to put a comfortable chair in the kitchen or another room. Mobile hairdressers will bring all their own equipment, such as hairdryer, Irons, clippers and tools, so you don't need your own accessories. Also confirm there is convenient free parking nearby.

How do I choose a mobile hairdresser?
Remember to ask the mobile hairdresser if they have relevant qualifications and a member of The Hairdressing Council. Check that they are insured and also how much experience they have. And of course going on the recommendation of a friend or family member is always a good idea!

This is for general guidance only, do not constitute legal or professional advice and are not intended to be exhaustive.