When looking for a hair cuttery, call a prospective shop and ask them if their stylists have experience with your type of hair, and know how to deal with your preferred coloring and styling. This is especially necessary for African American hair, which often requires specific treatment.

While your friendly neighborhood hair cuttery might specialize in hair, they may also offer beauty treatments like waxing, manicures, makeovers, cosmetic consultations, and more. It's worth checking into all the services they offer the next time you visit.

A person can't just pick up scissors and start cutting hair at a hair cuttery. In almost all states, stylists have are required to be licensed cosmetologists. A stylist should be willing to show you their license, and ideally it should be prominently displayed at their station.