English for: Stylists & Barbers
In my online English lessons, I help stylists and barbers speak to clients with confidence. We practise friendly greetings, short consultations, style suggestions, and polite ways to handle requests — all in clear, natural British English that feels relaxed and professional.
Useful Phrases and Idioms (Salon & Barbershop)
- Greeting: “Hi! Welcome in — do you have a booking?” / “Can I get you a drink?”
- Consultation: “What are we doing today?” / “Any photos of the style you like?”
- Suggestions: “A mid‑fade would really suit you.” / “We could add soft layers to frame your face.”
- During the cut: “Shall I take a little more off the sides?” / “Let me know if the water’s too hot.”
- Finishing: “I’ll style it with a light matte clay.” / “Would you like some hairspray to hold it?”
- Idioms: “A change is as good as a rest.” / “Keep it simple.”
Phrasal Verbs You’ll Use
- Trim up: neaten hair. “I’ll trim up the ends.”
- Cut off: remove a larger amount. “How much would you like to cut off?”
- Grow out: become longer over time. “This will grow out nicely.”
- Blend in: make transitions smooth. “I’ll blend in the sides.”
- Style up: finish with product. “Let me style it up for you.”
- Wash out: remove product with water. “This wax washes out easily.”
Example Conversation (Consultation)
Stylist: Hi! What are we doing today?
Client: I’d like to keep the length on top but tidy the sides.
Stylist: Great — how short on the sides? A low fade or mid‑fade?
Client: Mid‑fade, please. And just a small trim on top.
Stylist: Perfect. I’ll blend it in and add some texture. Shall I style it with a matte clay at the end?
Client: Yes, that sounds good — thanks.
Discussion Practice
- How do you ask for a client’s preferences clearly and politely?
- Practise suggesting a style that would suit a client’s face shape.
- What phrases help you explain aftercare or styling at home?
Mini Writing Tasks
- Write a short message confirming a booking with date and time.
- Write a friendly reminder about a missed appointment fee.
- Write product advice for a client with curly hair.
Vocabulary You’ll Hear
| Word / Phrase | Meaning | Natural Example |
|---|---|---|
| Fade | Gradual change from short to longer hair. | “Do you prefer a low, mid, or high fade?” |
| Layers | Different hair lengths to add movement. | “Soft layers will add volume.” |
| Fringe | Hair that covers the forehead. | “Would you like a shorter fringe?” |
| Clipper guard | Attachment for cutting to a specific length. | “Shall I use a number 2 guard on the sides?” |
| Texture | How the hair feels/looks when styled. | “I’ll add texture to the top.” |
| Matte | Non‑shiny finish for hair products. | “This product gives a matte finish.” |
| Patch test | Skin test for colour sensitivity. | “We’ll do a patch test before colouring.” |
| Booking policy | Salon rules for cancellations/no‑shows. | “Please read our booking policy when you book.” |
How I Teach This (and Why It Works)
In my lessons, I help stylists and barbers build natural client conversation — warm greetings, clear consultations, confident suggestions, and simple aftercare instructions. You’ll sound relaxed, friendly and professional with every client.
If you’d like focused speaking practice, join my online English lessons with a native speaker. My English speaking course is built around real salon conversations. You can improve quickly with English lessons online from a native speaker online, wherever you are.