How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color, and Perm for Any Hair Type: Secrets and Techniques from a Master Hair Stylist

Makes this Reviewer Want to Become a Hair Designer!

How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color and Perm for Any Hair Type:
Secrets and Techniques from a Master Stylist -by Cosmo Easterly

It is immediately apparent upon reading even the introduction to Cosmo Easterly's informative, inspirational manual for hair designers that the man loves his work. In fact, after completing this entertaining tribute to the creative world of hair design this reviewer truly wished that his salon was nearby and that he would be able to work his magic on me! Cosmo Easterly is obviously a gifted, talented artist and by writing this book has generously allowed the rest of the hair dressers out there an opportunity to share in his genius.

Mr. Easterly provides not only superb instruction in techniques such as the proper cut, shape, and coloring, but is also a master at the permanent wave and takes us step by step through the processes necessary to achieve gorgeous results in that area. Throughout the book, the illustrations provided show us the originality of his designs and add to the overall impression of just how expert this man is in his profession.

To go along with the instructional and the creative, there is also a dose of the politics of business, as the author shares his knowledge and suggestions for dealing with the all
important "customer". The author's breezy, conversational style of writing makes this a very pleasant read and one that every serious hair designer should take to heart. Rating: *****

Enthusiastic Hairdresser Shares Wisdom

Like a painter with his canvas, many hair stylists view hair and the perfect cut as an art form. In How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color, and Perm for Any Hair Type, Cosmo Easterly explains how stylists can get the best results for themselves and their clients. After spending twenty-four years in the industry, specializing technique, and learning many key lessons, Easterly reveals his discoveries so that any stylist, be it novice or veteran, can gain new perspective.

The advice found within Easterly's book affirms his belief that hair matters; it's important. He recognizes that the client trusts the hairstylist, and that the stylist is ultimately changing the client's life-even if it is only for a few months. With a strong belief in personal responsibility, Easterly emphasizes the importance of creativity, reading hair, controlling your emotions, not working for tips, and to never, ever stop learning.

Easterly's book is a learning guide, complete with tools such as learning objectives, review questions, quizzes, a fantastic reference section complete with techniques and art forms, and of course, stunning photos. For the laymen, budding student, or stylist who's looking for fresh perspective, this book offers insight, positive reinforcement, and a new way to view hair.

An enthusiast, artist, and expert

This book is written by an expert in his field and a true believer. Cosmo wants his readers to be passionate and creative about their work, and he kick starts a more artistic approach to the daily routines of hairdressing. He understands that every client has a one time or another had a bad hair cut or a frizzy perm, and wants his readers to find ways to give clients a more satisfying experience. This involves not only knowing the client but knowing yourself. He frequently draws comparisons with the artistry of great painting.
He spends a lot of time considering the ways to approach clients, to find out what they really want even when they don't know themselves, and while the writing still emphasizes the inspirational, he gives really practical suggestions for dealing with clients both good and bad. The focus of the book is more about imagination than technique, but he makes some fascinating comments about balance points - the shape of eyes, nose and lips that an artist uses as a starting point for his work. He waxes lyrical about perms, which is an eye-opener to those of us who remember a nasty smell, a painful process, and a frizzy result. In this section of the book he discusses technicalities that only a hairdresser will love - but that is who he is writing the book for.
There are review questions and quizzes at the end of each chapter, and at the end of the book a comprehensive reference section, together with step by step illustrations of two styles, showing before and after. Those of us not in the profession will be amazed to read about different cutting techniques (25 of them) and perming techniques (11 of them). Cosmo has succeeded in writing a book that is entertaining and instructive to read whether you are a hairdresser or not, and this is a real achievement.

How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color and Perm for any Hair Type

Unlike most hair styling manuals on the market, this book will not only show you step-by-step techniques for cutting, coloring and perming hair, but will also inspire and guide you on the path to becoming truly extraordinary in your craft. Cosmo Easterly, author and professional hair stylist, will show you how to unlock your creativity and imagination to create the perfect style for each client by studying clues in their personality and style and finding the proper balance in their facial features, while making it easily manageable with their personal lifestyle.

This book includes comprehensive information and detailed techniques for perming and coloring hair to achieve the perfect design. He shows how to use color "as paint" to achieve certain illusions such as making the hair look longer and sleeker. There is even a section devoted to dealing with clients including how to remain positive and how to handle a difficult client.

The end of the book contains a reference section which includes numerous tips and tricks of the trade complete with step-by-step instructions for creating 4 different hair styles. This is a must read for any hairstylist - from the beginner to the professional!

Essential Guide for Hair Mastery

"How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color, and Perm for Any Hair Type: Secrets and Techniques from a Master Stylist" is true to its name as it does cover all levels of hair styling. Cutting, coloring, symmetry and general hair design theory is all touched upon in this easy to read guide. The main elements include learning objectives, key points, quizzes and review questions for every chapter. Additionally, this essential reference book offers solutions in transactions with customers, keeping customers and various way to self promote. How to deal with customers of all types, including the difficult ones are discussed in chapter four. Chapter four also includes a very useful questionnaire on how to get to know the client's hair type and the client's hair care habits. The section on permanent waving in chapter six is technical and informative yet extremely easy to understand.

This book is an important must-have for any student who is looking to enter the world of hair artistry or even a master stylist who may want a refresher. The author, Cosmo Easterly, is delightfully comprehensive in his quest for hair perfection with a concise and instructive manner without condescension. He also imparts his expertise to the stylist on how to discern what the client really wants and how to glean the knowledge from them for a successful appointment.

Creativity is a constant theme throughout the book, with lots of friendly advice on how to be a cutting edge hair stylist who works with the individuality of a client to achieve maximum results.

How to Create the Perfect Cut,Shape, Color and Perm

Aimed at hairstylists and students of the profession, this book takes an in depth look at how to succeed on many different levels.

Each chapter begins with learning objectives and end with a review and quiz section. This provokes students to think about what they have read and helps with comprehension of the chapters.

The first half of the book explores personal growth within the profession as well as the client side of hairdressing. It challenges the reader to ask themselves, "Why did you choose to work in the beauty industry?" and "How do you make something more out of hair design?" The author also gives tips on setting personal goals as well as business goals. He also devotes a whole chapter to clients. He delves into how to keep clients coming back as well as how to deal with rude clients.

The second half of the book is dedicated to the technical aspect of hairdressing. One chapter is devoted to balance and how to create a cut that will looked balanced from all aspects, something that the author points out as very important if you want your client and everyone else to like the hairstyle. Next the author discusses the permanent wave, aka the perm. This includes detailed instructions, tips and tricks for different hair types and helpful illustrations of what the process looks like.

But don't look at this as just a how-to book on hairstyling. The most prominent theme is encouraging creativity and imagination. This book was easy and enjoyable to read.

I would recommend it to people entering the hairstyling profession and to seasoned professionals who want to improve their technical skills as well as their ability to work with and please clients.

Review From a Nonprofessional

As someone who trims and colors her hair at home, I wanted something to actually teach me new tricks in perfecting my at 'home salon'. The book was very informative for me, but I am not a professional. I would be intrigued to see what a professional thinks of the book. I have pretty much taught myself how to be my own stylist, alot of trial and error, I feel like this book is great for anyone interested in learning more about hair, or a professional who want to brush up on some tips and tricks!

The only thing that bothered me was that I wish they went more in depth with treating curl pattern '4' hair (I have '3') for I understand that people who have that type of curl pattern often struggle to find a great stylist, and it would be great to find people who are trying to teach others how to provide for that part of the hair market. The truth is hardly any 'all around' books do so, so it's not a flaw... it just doesn't make it the exception.

One of the things I noticed was the detail and concentration on the permanent wave. Cosmo seems to really know their stuff in that department! I also highly enjoyed the quizzes! They were actually fun, is that possible? It made the reading interactive and reinforced what I learned. The author seems to really try to get you to tap into your creativity. All in all a good informative read.

Wow! Easterly will make you look at hair styling in a whole new way

In How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color, and Perm for Any Hair Type: Secrets and Techniques from a Master Stylist, Cosmo Easterly provides a crystal clear guide on how to successfully rise up to the top of the hair styling profession, while gaining and retaining better clients and enjoying a greater sense of creative satisfaction. This book is incredibly comprehensive, and goes well beyond the scope of a generic how-to styling guide. In a loving, yet unwavering tone, Easterly holds stylists to a very high standard, asking them to recognize themselves as artists whose work potentially has more of an impact on a client's life than any of the great masters whose work hangs in a museum. Cosmo offers what could be called holistic hair design. He masterfully teaches the reader to see hair styling as more than the combination of a stylist, a client, and some tools. He guides the reader through the entire creative process, sets a strong foundation of both hair styling and business management skills, and asks the stylist to be conscious of their personal goals and actions towards them. Then, like any great teacher, he is the stylist's biggest cheerleader in encouraging them to take his wisdom and playfully explore from there. Whether the reader is just beginning in the field, or is already established, Easterly has the experience and insight to take both their hair styling and their enjoyment of the profession to the next level.

Interesting Book for Any Hair Stylist

How to Create the Perfect Cut, Shape, Color, and Perm for Any Hair Type explains everything you need to know to become a hair stylist with vision, whether you are a student or a professional hair stylist. The reader will learn how to tap into their own creativity. This book was designed for an instructor, so there are quizzes and other learning exercises to help teach you to achieve the desired results in your cuts, perms and colors by using new and innovative techniques.

Cosmo Easterly, author and renown hairstylist, teaches you everything you need to know to become an artist in this industry, from technical aspects to understanding what your client wants. This book teaches you to use your imagination and incorporate the client's wishes with your vision to set yourself apart as a hair stylist and artist.

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