If I had a pound for every time someone walked into the salon and said, “TikTok told me…” I’d probably have retired by now.

Don’t get me wrong, I love that people are taking an interest in looking after their hair. Twenty years ago, most people washed it with whatever shampoo was on offer in the supermarket and hoped for the best. Now everyone seems to have a ten-step hair routine, silk pillowcases, rosemary oil, scalp massagers and enough products to open their own salon.

The problem? Somewhere along the way, we’ve all become hair experts.

Every week I hear it. “My friend says never wash your hair more than once a week.” “My cousin says coconut oil fixes everything.” “I saw online that rosemary oil grows everyone’s hair.”

We’re not just hairdressers anymore, we’re part stylist, detective.

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“My neighbour says expensive shampoo is a waste of money.” Then comes my favourite… “I cut my own fringe.”

I never know whether to laugh or cry.

Here’s the truth that social media doesn’t always tell you. There is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to hair. If only it were that simple.

Your hair isn’t just hair. It’s influenced by your genetics, your hormones, your age, your health, your stress levels, what you eat, the medication you take, how you style it, how often you colour it and even the water that comes out of your tap. The routine that gives your best friend glossy, waist-length hair could leave yours greasy, dry or snapping off.

Trends come and go. Healthy hair never goes out of fashion.

I’ve seen women blame shampoo when the real issue was low iron. Others spent hundreds on miracle products when stress was causing the shedding. Some think their hair won’t grow, when in reality it’s growing perfectly well but breaking faster than it can gain length.

That’s why I always say we’re not just hairdressers anymore, we’re part stylist, detective.

Sometimes the answer is changing your products. Sometimes it’s putting the straighteners down for a while. Sometimes it’s eating better or speaking to your doctor. Sometimes it’s simply learning how to brush your hair properly. And yes, occasionally, it’s admitting that the midnight kitchen haircut maybe wasn’t your finest moment.

The beauty industry is full of trends, and I enjoy trying new things as much as anyone. But remember, trends come and go. Healthy hair never goes out of fashion.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to hair.

So the next time someone confidently tells you they’ve found the miracle product that works for everyone, smile politely. Then remember that hair is personal. What works for one person won’t necessarily work for another, and that’s completely normal.

As a hairdresser, my job isn’t to sell you the latest craze. It’s to understand your hair, your lifestyle and your goals, then help you find what works for you.

So yes, keep watching the videos, save the tips and ask the questions. Curiosity is a great thing. Just maybe… leave the DIY fringe trims to the professionals.

Trust me. I’ve seen enough kitchen scissors to last a lifetime.

Give us a call on 02871268097 to book your next hair appointment.

Love Margaret.