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It is a global fact that women pay more for haircuts than men do. Most barbers in Cardiff give women any haircut they want. After all, in this age we are in, there is quite a lot of gender equality. A good and reputable hair salon will train its barbers to give men and women all the trending haircuts they want.
Georgia Frost’s Unhappy Experience
Sadly, in some countries and some areas in the UK, the barbers turn away women who want a short cut. Why do they do that to women when it is not illegal to have short haircuts? The latest news update regarding this is that actor Georgia Frost two barbers somewhere in West London refused to give her a cut, and she felt humiliated. Here is what she reportedly said:
“I was working on a show at the Lyric Hammersmith and needed just the back and sides done, partly for the show. When I asked to have my hair cut, the barber just laughed in my face and said 'no' and made some remark about me being a woman."
She then tried another near-empty hair salon not too far from the first one, and they told her that they do not do women there. She said she pointed at a client sitting there and said she was asking for the same cut, but the person refused. It seems as if salons for men are a sanctuary, where they do not attend to women. This probably reflects what people think of women. She also said she felt as if there is some kind of gender discrimination, and the issue of unisex services at some salons. Moreover, hair salons have a different price for women and a different one for men. Prices for men are comparatively cheaper.
Men Have Less Complicated Hairstyles
According to the National Hair & Beauty Federation (NHBF), women usually have a more complicated haircut then men do, and this is why they have to pay more. Backing this statement, Hilary Hall (Chief Executive) said that men have shorted hair and this makes it easier and quicker to cut their hair. Women’s hair needs more time to finish, use more hair products, and hence cost more. She said cutting women’s hair is more technically challenging than cutting the hair on the sides and back of the head short.
However, there are hair salons that offer gender-neutral prices, like Bellisimos in Cardiff.
Features of Non-discriminating Barbers in Cardiff
Based in the heart of Cardiff, Bellisimos Hair salon attends to both men and women and never discriminates its clientele. Everyone is equally important.
The experienced barbers in Cardiff here familiarize themselves with all trending haircuts and especially those that celebrities flaunt. They understand how important it can be to have the cut and looks you want. In fact, this salon has become one of the most loved places not just by the natives but by visitors in the area as well.
Warm Welcome
Whenever you visit this salon, whether you booked an appointment or are a walk-in, you will receive the same warm welcome. No matter how many times you visit them, you know you are special each time you walk into the salon. Bellisimos offers you a range of beverages to make you feel welcome. You can get the finest bubbly champagne and the best coffee here. While you wait for your turn if you walked-in without a booking, you can also explore the nearby eateries and historic sites.
Gender-Neutral Pricing
The prices at gender-neutral hair salons my not be the same for every hairstyle because the truth is that women who have long and thick, voluminous hair would need a lot of professional handling. To get the best results with a haircut, if the woman has a lot of hair, the hairdresser will have to plan the style and then cut accordingly to avoid accidental haircuts. However, at gender-neutral pricing salons, you can be sure even if some haircuts cost more than similar ones in men; they are going to be pocket-friendly.
Different Services for Men and Women
Naturally, men have a beard and a different way they carry their hair. Women do not have a beard but require other facial and skin services. Not all men are skin conscious and not all men want to opt for facial and other services. Nonetheless, good salons will offer services for both men and women. Whether you are a man or a woman, gender-neutral salons will offer equal hospitality. You can avail the option to book your appointment online before coming. In fact, you can go through the services available.
Use Branded Products for Both Genders
A great hair salon would use only the best hair care products for men and women. Moreover, they will not hide what brands they use because a good salon will want your trust. Usually, some brands are strictly for women, and when hairstylists use them, the price of such hair treatments would become higher. Likewise, some brands are just for men and they would cost a bit more for men too.
Some of the branded products you may see at reputable salons would include Schwarzkopf, Keune, Redken, and Kerastase, Aveda, and vegan hair products. There may be others as well, but they would vary with the customer's preference.
Offer Value for Money
The best barbers in Cardiff would offer you value for money. When you pay for hair salon services, you need to feel pampered and special. Only reputable hair salons would have trained staffs who are good hosts. When they attend to you, they would be friendly and warm and may ask you some questions to understand you better. This helps experienced barbers understand what hairstyles would suit your personality and job description. If you need an expert opinion, they would be willing to provide it. Otherwise, if you know what you want, they will give you the exact haircut you tell them.
When you visit Cardiff, make sure you head to the hair salon with all these special features.
Ross is known as the Pambansang Blogger ng Pilipinas - An Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Professional by profession and a Social Media Evangelist by heart.
