Should clients face the mirror during a haircut... or is there value in turning them away? That question sparked a strong response from hairstylists after BTC reposted a video from hairstylist and educator Ray Hornback (@rayvoltagebeauty) on Instagram, who shared why he turns clients away from the mirror during the cutting process.
"I did this years ago and it truly gave me immediate results when it came to feeling less anxious while haircutting. I was letting clients get the best of me and taking on their anxiety while I was cutting. When they questioned me, it made me question myself.
Turning my clients away from the mirror helped me focus on what I was doing as the professional. I knew what techniques and methods needed to be used to achieve the end result. Always make sure to have a great consultation at eye level while the client is facing me in the mirror. Then... around we go!" — rayvoltagebeauty
The comment section revealed a wide range of approaches from salon pros, not one right answer. For many hairstylists, the direction of the chair is less about a rule and more about how they create trust, focus and comfort during the service.
Some Hairstylists Use It To Create Focus Behind The Chair
For some pros, turning the client away from the mirror simply helps them focus. Rather than having guests react to every snip along the way, they can concentrate on the haircut and trust the process.
