What to Bring to Your Hair Consultation: Realistic Expectations for the Best Results
A successful hair transformation begins long before the first foil or the first color bowl.
Your consultation sets the foundation for your results — especially for services like balayage, highlights, color corrections, extensions, keratin, or major changes.
To help you get the most accurate assessment and the most beautiful outcome, here’s what you should bring (and expect) at your professional consultation at Fabi Pro Beauty NYC.
1. Bring Photos of What You Like
Photos are incredibly helpful for understanding your vision.
Choose:
- 2–3 inspiration photos you truly love
- Colors that feel close to your skin tone and lifestyle
- Realistic photos (not AI images or wigs with unrealistic shine or density)
✨ Tip: Avoid heavily filtered images; they can create expectations that are not possible on natural hair.
2. Bring Photos of Your Hair History
If possible, show pictures of your hair from the last 12–24 months.
This helps your stylist understand:
- Previous highlights
- Dark dyes or box color
- Haircuts and shape
- Any color mistakes
- Major hair changes over time
Your hair history tells us how your hair will lift, how it reacts, and what techniques are safe.
3. Be Ready to Discuss Your Full Color History
Transparency is everything during a consultation. Be honest about:
- At-home box dyes (even if it was “just once”)
- Previous color corrections
- Keratin or smoothing treatments
- Bleach services
- Hot tools usage
- Scalp sensitivity or allergies
Your hair behaves differently depending on everything that has been done before — and this helps us avoid surprises and protect your hair integrity.
4. Bring Realistic Expectations
Every head of hair is different. Photos are inspiration, not exact copies.
What affects your final result:
- Your natural level
- Hair density and texture
- Porosity
- Past color
- How light your hair can safely go in one session
- Your maintenance preferences
✨ Remember: Great results happen with patience, honesty, and a personalized plan.
5. Bring Your Questions
Consultations are a great time to ask:
- How many sessions you may need
- What is achievable today
- What techniques will be used
- How to maintain your results
- Cost expectations
- Extension methods (if applicable)
No question is too small — we want you to feel confident and educated.
6. Bring Clean, Dry Hair (If Possible)
Clean hair allows your stylist to clearly see your natural color, tones, texture, and scalp.
However, avoid deep conditioners or heavy oils right before the visit, as they may affect how the hair reacts to color.
7. Be Open to Professional Guidance
Your stylist will give expert recommendations based on your hair’s health, history, and goals.
Sometimes your dream color requires multiple steps — because healthy hair always gives the best results.
Why a Consultation Matters
A personalized consultation is essential because:
- It prevents damage
- It ensures realistic expectations
- It creates a clear plan
- It builds trust
- It guarantees safer, more predictable results
A proper consultation is the foundation of every transformation at Fabi Pro Beauty NYC.
Book Your Consultation
Ready to start your hair journey with a NYC Master Colorist?
📍 Midtown East / Murray Hill, Manhattan
✨ Specializing in balayage, color correction, highlights & hair extensions
👉 Book your consultation here:https://go.booker.com/location/FabiProBeauty/service-menu
