Using maths in hairdressing

What is the main stigma that the hairdressing industry is trying to combat?

• Hairdressing is only for creative people.

• Hairdressing is not for smart people.

• Hairdressing does not require any skills.

• Hairdressing is only for women.

Why is being good at maths important in hairdressing?

• It helps in understanding hair types.

• It is essential for creativity.

• It is core to many tasks done every day.

• It helps in communicating with clients.

What is one of the ways you use maths in hairdressing without even knowing it?

• Planning your time.

• Choosing hair colors.

• Talking to clients.

• Cleaning the salon.

Why is it important to have a basic grasp of how numbers work when booking appointments?

• To estimate how much time you’ll need with each client.

• To understand client preferences.

• To choose the right hair products.

• To manage the salon staff.

What is every hairdresser’s worst nightmare according to the text?

• Running out of products.

• Losing clients.

• Making mistakes in haircuts.

• Miscommunication with clients.

Why is stock management important in hairdressing?

• To ensure the salon is clean.

• To manage client appointments.

• To order enough of the right products.

• To train new staff.

What is the most obvious way you use maths in the salon every day?

• Booking appointments.

• Taking payments and giving change.

• Choosing hair colors.

• Cleaning the salon.

Why is understanding quantities important in hairdressing?

• For booking appointments.

• For choosing the right hair color.

• For measuring the right proportion of products.

• For managing the salon staff.

What is essential to get the results your client wants in color treatments?

• Knowing how volume and ratios work.

• Understanding client preferences.

• Choosing the right hair color.

• Managing the salon staff.

What does sectioning hair for coloring, cutting, and styling require an understanding of?

• Client preferences.

• Shape and space.

• Hair types.

• Salon management.