As Frenchie wearing her pink coiffure, mourning her state in life as a “Beauty School Dropout” recently ran through my head, I bravely awaited my consultation with an Ogle School student. I haven’t been impressed with the $200 ‘beauty operators’ (shout out to both grandmothers, Helen and Wanda) whose work has been rushed and careless. What’s the worst that could happen? (I know, famous last words, right?) Let’s see, green locks, bald spots, a faux hawk….With age, I’ve become less attached to my tresses and aware that it does actually grow back.

Megan began the consultation, asking me questions I had never contemplated about my mop. “What do you want your hair to say about you when you enter the room?” “What does it currently say?” It was entertaining until she mentioned that one of her clients had started crying when asked these ‘deep’ questions. What? People! We even delved into the possibility of coloring my hair auburn. I am adventurous, but that’s taking it to a whole new level. Hmmm…

The process took a loooong time. This girl definitely needs to speed it up. but what she lacked in speed she made up for in conversation, creativity and detail. Since I had lots of time to spare, the diverse types of students practicing hairstyles on mannequin heads and chatting about upcoming exams kept me entertained. Of course, there were the two or three overtly flaming ones who added drama to the mix. It wouldn’t be a hair salon otherwise!

That Megan’s got a future in hair. She’s planning to work in NYC in editorial styling, and will graduate in December, so if you are in the area, give her a try.

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About the author

Autumn Carpenter
While navigating the carpool lane and translating toddler conversations might not rank high on some adventure life lists, I happily include those accomplishments alongside skydiving, dodging Pamplonian bulls and surviving three-hour Vinyasa yoga classes. I look for the story in everyday situations, and convey them easily in both print and online mediums. I’m also SEO-friendly ghostblogger, web content writer and copywriter. Let’s collaborate on a project today!

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2 Comments

Carolyn Rhea

Good story! You should put up a pic of her work.

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cassle

Hahaha, nice story here. It’s kinda funny when Megan asked you those questions.

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