What is a Hairstylist?

A hairstylist, or hairdresser, is someone who cuts and styles hair. He or she often offers other services such as coloring and hair extensions. Employment in this profession is incredibly varied, from high-powered salons which cater to the rich and famous to corner barbershops which offer basic haircuts at low prices. Depending on where a hairstylist works, he or she typically must get a cosmetology license from a certifying organization, to ensure that the hairstylist has fulfilled basic training requirements. Hairdressers work in a very old profession. People have been styling hair for thousands of years, and the personal retinues of many monarchs and prominent individuals included hairdressers as far back as Greek and Roman times. Just like their ancient counterparts, modern hairstylists keep up with hair fashions, popular trends, and new techniques for cutting and styling hair. A good hairstylist has an excellent fashion sense, along with a keen eye for looks which will be ...  more