1. Don’t bring your kids (or your pets) with you. Restless youngsters are an unwanted distraction. If they’re perched on your lap or tugging at your arm, I won’t do a good job.

2. I can’t hear what you’re saying over the noise of the hairdryer, so be quiet and stop barking orders at me while I’m blow-drying.

3. Tell me when you’re satisfied with the result, and say thank you on the way out.

4. Don’t ask me to “squeeze you in” when I’m already booked. I’m sure you wouldn’t want your own appointment to be pushed back so I can fit in someone else. All my clients are equally important to me.

5. Don’t cross your legs or tilt your head when I’m cutting your hair – unless, of course, you enjoy sporting an uneven hair length.

6. Having beautiful hair doesn’t mean it needs to be long. A good haircut is low maintenance and does wonders for your face.

7. I have formal training and know what will work well for your hair texture, face shape and colouring, so try to ask more and tell less.