Hair Products

Let’s face it, hair products can get pricey. We all love to save money where and when we can, but is it worth sacrificing your hair? I don’t know about you, but when it comes to my hair, I don’t like to take risks. There are tons of products out there and sometimes it can be difficult to choose the right one. Chances are, if you have been to a salon or ever had your hair done professionally, your stylist will recommend products that fit with your hair, and chances are, you use it. In this blog, I will give you a few pointers to keep in mind when purchasing your hair products.

In this online shopping era that we all live in, it’s so easy to get exactly what you want with just a click of a button. While online purchasing is super convenient and sometimes more price friendly, if you’re not careful, you can end up purchasing something completely different from what you wanted. If you’re like me, you probably click “order” without reading the full description of a product too. Here at Oliver’s, we want you to have your best, beautiful hair and will go to any length to help you achieve that.

So here’s your first tip: Do your research.

Read, read read! I can’t stress this enough. If you’re ordering your product from Amazon, Groupon or another online seller that is not the company itself or a salon, make sure you read the fine print. Is the title of the product legitimate? Is the seller legitimate too? Do they have a good track record? Definitely make sure you check out the reviews and ratings on the product you’re buying as well. Public opinion matters when it comes to a public product.

Don't forget to research your seller. Do they have a good record? Are they trustworthy? After doing your research and STILL not feeling sure, ask yourself, is this product worth sacrificing to save a couple extra dollars?

Take note of the shipping dates when you order online. Some sellers on Amazon are from a different country, so realistically, your products wouldn’t be here for a WHOLE MONTH or might end up on someone else’s doorstep. No thank you.

Second Tip: Ask your stylist.

If you have done all of your extensive research and still feel unsure, ask your stylist. They know your hair just as well as you do. Who knows, they might know of a similar product that works just as well and doesn’t cost as much! They’re experts for a reason! Any of the stylists here at Oliver’s would be more than happy to offer their knowledge and opinion. 

Third Tip: Salon quality products for salon quality hair.

This tip pretty much explains itself.

For example, one of our stylists here at Oliver’s informed me that all Paul Mitchell products should only be sold in a Paul Mitchell salon. If they are not, it’s likely that they are diluted, old or have been in the warehouse for who knows how long. So that means if you're a bargain shopper like me and you buy products from Marshalls and TJ Maxx, you could be buying watered down or old products. There are just some tips that stylist know that the rest of the world wouldn’t even think of! 

Fourth Tip: Appearance Matters.

As I have mentioned, read the fine print, but don’t forget to look at the overall product. If you’re ordering online, make sure you look at the pictures of the actual product your ordering. Does the packaging match up? Is the writing in your language? I’ll show you an example:

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This is the Keratin Complex Vanilla Bean Deep Conditioner and the actual product we sell at Oliver’s Salon & Spa.

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This is also the Keratin Complex Vanilla Bean Deep Conditioner… or is it? The product’s packaging is COMPLETELY different.

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As you can see, the white bottle's packaging is in a completely different language. The back of the white bottle is in that same language, making it difficult to understand what is actually in the product. Would you trust that on your hair?

Conclusion:

In the event that you have ordered your hair products online, make sure you have done your research, asked a stylist if you were unsure all while keeping our helpful tips in mind. We would love to hear some of your horror stories or success stories about purchasing hair products. We all have them! Who knows, maybe we can help other online shoppers with our stories! 

Check out our website and if you have any questions on any products, call us at (610) 366-8808.