Thank you for your response. I was on board with her until she said, she doesn't take credit cards, then I was aghast because if something happens I don't have any proof. Plus I didn't feel the environment was the cleanest.
Even if people get upset, you have a right to change your mind and follow your gut which is what I did.
Best,
Almond Eyes
You did the right thing. Sounds like too many red flags. Your intuition is never wrong.
Finding a consultant is a process. At least it was for me. It took months of calling, emailing and asking people for recommendations.
In the end, I made my decision based on the work I was able to see. My consultant isn’t on the list. She used to be though. I chose her because she did my mom’s hair (she was on the list then) and has been maintaining her hair ever since. She did a great job with my establishment.
Almond Eyes, you did what’s best for you and there’s nothing wrong with that. You should trust and feel comfortable with your consultant, especially before paying out that kind of money. Whoever you choose, ask to see their work before making a final decision.
All great advice. You should feel comfortable with the consultant you choose, because you'll be spending a lot of time with them getting your Sisterlocks installed and if you choose to have a consultant do your retightenings.
It's a huge investment of time and money, so you should pick someone that has a strong portfolio, good experience, and fair billing/cancellation policies.
When I had mine, I looked on Google and came across my consultant's business page. I called her and scheduled a consultation based off of that, and I became her client. I had also asked a classmate who did hers, and she told me her consultant's name. Coincidentally, her consultant owned the shop that my consultant worked out of (she had just went on booth rent) but I didn't know that at the time.
A great place to resume your search for one is in a FB Sisterlocks group. There are usually lots of consultants in those and sometimes they post specials. I just saw my former consultant post that she was running a special for 4th of July that ended this weekend.
You can also talk to other women about their experiences and ask questions about anything you need clarity on.
I'm sure you will find the right person on your own time. Don't rush it!