Advice
At OMG its our philosophy to ensure that we can advise and educate our clients. When you come to visit us we will always consult with you as to what you require and how this can be achieved. For instance we can develop a salon and home based facial programme for you, in order to get your skin in tip top condition. We can also advise you what home care routine and hair products you should be using at home. In fact, we are happy to discuss any concerns you have regarding hair and beauty. We have the support of leading industry brands, so if we need to, we will consult with them to get the solution that's right for you.
Our pledge to you is that if you have a question, please click on our Help Me!! button to the right and we will respond within 48 hours.
Questions & Answers
My hair seems really dry and brittle on the ends. Why is this and what can I do about it?
It is really important to make sure that you get your hair cut regularly - every 6 weeks. This will help maintain the strength and shape to your style. It is also important that you use the appropriate haircare products at home. Your OMG stylist will recommend the right product for your hair and type. Non salon products are often full of chemicals and agents that will strip your hair of nourishment and essential oils. Do you use straighteners on your hair? If you do, then you really MUST use a heat protection spray - such as Redken Iron Silk. This will lock in moisture and protect your hair from the heat - did you know that straighteners can reach a temperature of 175 celcius!
Why does my colour fade in my hair?
Using incorrect products on your hair can strip the hair of its colour and bright sunlight will also do this, so when you go on holiday you must protect your hair. Shampoos and conditioners that are specifically designed for coloured hair contain uv sun filters, antioxidants, vitamins, ion blockers and ceramide, which helps to shield. stabilise and secure your hairs vibrancy. OMG stock Redken Colour Extend and Wella Colour saver shampoos.
Why do I sometimes get ingrowing hairs?
Any type of hair removal runs the risk of ingrowing hair occurring. It is reported that waxing runs less of a risk than shaving, this is because with waxing the hair is removed from the root and weakens the subsequent hair growth, whereas shaving just blunts the hair underneath the skin. Therefore as it grows back it is thicker and not as able to push through the skin. There are some things you can do to help the situation. Keep your skin well moisturised, using a moisturiser that doesnt block your pores, exfoliate your skin regularly, this will help the hair grow out smoothly, and keep your skin really clean. And do not exercise until the day after waxing. OMG stock post wax cream which will definitely help the problem.
Help! I have put a colour on my hair at home and its gone wrong. What should I do?
Come in to us and let a professional who has years of experience in colouring hair take the worry away from you. We have over 100 colours to choose from - semi permanent to permanent. We are very happy for you to pop in for a free colour consultation too.
Sometimes my blonde hair can look a bit yellow!!!
This can be due to incorrect products being used at home which can strip the balance of the colour. We offer a homecare toning conditioner which will stabilise and maintain your colour for much longer. We also provide in salon toning and rebalancing services too.
Why is my hair look and feel frizzy?
It could be that you have heat damage to your hair. Do you use heat protection products when styling? Or it could be that you are not having trims regularly enough. We sell thermal heat protection products and advise that you have your hair cut every 6 - 8 weeks. Naturally curly hair also needs specific products to help control the curl, so please ask us which is the right one for you!
Why does my hair keep snapping?
This can be caused by many things - over colouring, ill health, over straightening. Pop into us for a consultation and we will help!!
