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Don't Cry Over Spilled Fake Tan
Everyone feels a little better when they have a tan, right? And when you're not naturally tan, the easiest way to add this extra color is to head to the salon and ask for a spray tan. But if you're going to book your appointment, check out your diary beforehand. If you're doing something after your appointment that will make you overly sad or happy, you might want to reschedule!
This woman didn't do that, and when she started crying after her spray tan she realized she'd made a grave mistake. The tear stains are a new look, and one she probably wasn't expecting.
Nails Thicker Than Our Wallets
One of the best ways to add strength to brittle nails is to head to the nail salon and ask your manicurist for a gel or acrylic manicure. Of course, the nail polish will add a slight thickness to your nail, and that's totally normal! What's not normal is the picture below. And we don't blame her for taking to the internet and asking the world if her dip manicure was a little too thick.
The answer is yes, obviously. Although dip nails don't look 100% natural, they're not supposed to look like they're protruding out of your skin. They look like they're going to snap off!
An Undercut of Nightmares
If you're thinking of adding an undercut to your hairdo, it's best to visit a barber that you trust. After all, it takes someone with a lot of skill and an eye for detail to get an undercut just right, and you can't cut corners. Sadly, this person obviously didn't do their research when they chose their barber, and the barber obviously wasn't paying attention. How else can you explain this?
This barber shaved bits of hair they shouldn't have done, and left bits they should have shaved. Overall, it's an undercut nightmare. But at least it can be covered with the rest of her hair.
Trying Something New
Most people have a beauty salon that they love more than any other. They only ever go there, and they're loyal to the experts that they know and love. But sometimes things happen, schedules get overlapped, and it's not possible to stick with tradition. And while this person was upset when they couldn't go to their usual nail salon, they were excited by the prospect of trying somewhere new. Unfortunately, that excitement didn't last long.
Although she asked for a simple silver manicure, this woman quickly learned that loyalty is everything and that sometimes change isn't worth it. Her nails may be silver, but they look a little strange.
Layers Upon Layers
One of the best ways to add dimension and shape to your hair is to add layers. Any professional hair care expert will know that these layers need to be subtle, discreet, and perfectly blend into the hair so that they do their intended purpose without being too obvious. Because of this, we can only assume that the person who created this look wasn't exactly an expert. No, those layers are not discreet!
The more we look at this picture, the more it hurts our brain and doesn't really make sense. Maybe this wasn't the finished product? Let's hope so, anyway. For this woman's sake.
The Best Things in Life Aren't Free
Every so often, beauty salons offer customers the chance to have a freebie. And you can bet your bottom dollar that there are always oodles of people lining up to get a free makeover! But while they often say that the best things in life are free, sometimes that isn't true. In fact, sometimes it pays to find a makeup artist who is a little more expensive. That normally means they know what they're doing.
While this woman was probably thanking her lucky stars that she got a free makeover at this salon, the end result wasn't exactly what she was expecting. We've never seen eyeliner quite like this before.
Always Read the Reviews
Before you get too worried; this woman knew what she was letting herself in for! During a work trip, she decided to Google the worst-reviewed makeup artist in the city and see for herself what they were like - and it's safe to say that she wasn't disappointed. She quickly realized that the reviews were well-founded and that this MUA really was one of the worst she'd ever come across. And this picture proves it.
This brave lady took an inspirational picture to this makeup artist, and while they may have got the colors spot-on, it seems as though they missed blending day at beauty school.
Not Worth Its Weight in Gold
A bride's pre-wedding prep is no joke. They practically live at the beauty salon in the run-up to their wedding; getting their hair cut, their body waxed, their eyebrows plucked, and their nails done. And when this bride-to-be wanted to try out some gold leaf nail designs in the weeks running up to the big day, we bet she was glad that she decided to trial this nail salon before the big day!
Although she took a very clear inspiration picture to the manicurist, the end result was one that definitely wouldn't win a gold medal. The gold leaf looks as though it would fall off with one gust of wind.
Jane Fonda Won't Be Jealous
One thing you might not know about the shag haircut is that it was originally invented for none other than Jane Fonda. Her hairstylist Paul McGregor created this look just for her in the 1970s, and it quickly took over the world! It's seen a resurgence in popularity over the past few years, and brave women are taking the plunge and embracing this shaggy look themselves. At least they're trying to, anyway.
Although this anonymous woman wanted to look just like the picture on the left, the end result was a little less shaggy and more uneven. No wonder she blurred out her face.
Bowled Over by the Bowl Cut
It's not just women who have to deal with bad haircuts, you know! Men can suffer just as much, and judging by the anguish on this man's face, he's definitely not happy with his barbershop experience. After all, he went in with the intention of walking out with a faded shave with some longer hair on the top. In the end, he walked out with a bowl of hair on top of his head.
No, the expectation and the reality certainly didn't match up on this occasion. And we have a feeling that he won't be going back to that barbershop again. That's probably best.
The Karen Haircut
One of the best ways to ensure that you get what you want at the hair salon is to take an inspirational picture with you. That way, your hair stylist can see exactly what they need to do, and what you should look like when you walk out of that door. And while most hair stylists are pretty good at copying these inspirational pictures, there are others who fall a little short. And when we say short, we mean short!
Although this woman hoped to walk out of the hair salon with shoulder-length waves, they ended up with the "Karen" haircut. So, let's hope they complained like a Karen before they left.
Eyebrows Not on Fleek
They say that you should never underestimate the power of the eyebrow, which is why so many people spend so much of their hard-earned money on eyebrow waxing, plucking, lamination, and micro blading. This beauty technique is supposed to enhance the eyebrow and is a form of permanent makeup that uses tattooing to really bring the eyebrow to life. And while this person was excited about their micro blading journey, they were soon brought back down to Earth.
Not only did this eyebrow "expert" use the wrong kind of tattoo ink for this micro-blading session, but they also failed to take care of the woman's real eyebrows below. All in all, it's not a good look.
A Picture Doesn't Paint a Thousand Words
Celebrities are the best inspiration when it comes to choosing your next hairstyle. Some people want the classic "Rachel" haircut, some want Billie Eilish's iconic green roots, and some want Dakota Johnson's legendary bangs. This woman wanted to emulate the 'Fifty Shades of Grey' actresses' look when she went to the hair salon, so she took a picture of Dakota with her to make sure she got exactly what she desired.
Unfortunately, a picture doesn't speak a thousand words - at least not to a hairstylist who isn't used to cutting or styling bangs on different types of hair. As you can see, this woman was not amused.
Oops, Missed a Spot
For many people, their hair is a huge part of their identity. And while going to the hair salon is something they're used to, it can also be quite stressful when putting your hair in someone else's hands. And it seems as though we all have a right to be a little wary, especially after this haircut disaster! The hairdresser behind this mess apparently had "no idea" how this slip-up happened, which is even more worrying.
We have no idea how this could have happened, but we don't blame this woman for going home immediately - even when her hair looked like this! A toddler could have done better than this.
Is It Time to Shine?
Although portrait and landscape artists have huge canvases to work with, nail artists don't have that same privilege. Instead, they have to try and perfect their work on tiny little nails, which can be pretty difficult - especially if the client comes in with a very specific and detailed request! And while there's no doubt about the fact that this sunflower nail design leaves little to be desired, we've still got to give this manicurist a pat on the back.
Sure, the sunflower looks like it needs some serious sun, but the inspiration picture looks so perfect it doesn't even look real! We can still see that the finished product is a flower, at least.
Orange You Glad to See Me?
Hands up if you remember your prom night? For many people, their prom is one of the most memorable nights of their life, and they look back on pictures with a twinkle in their eyes and a fuzzy feeling in their hearts! But we have a feeling that this girl is going to look back on this day and cover her eyes in despair. After all, that's a seriously orange spray tan.
Of course, we don't know if this is the fault of the woman or the beauty salon, but either way, this prom night was one to remember. And not in a good way.
A Series of Unfortunate Undercuts
Have you ever been in that situation where you really want long hair, but you also want short hair? Although this thought process can lead to decisions that you ultimately regret, there is a happy medium; and that's the undercut. This trendy hairstyle allows you to have long and short hair at the same time, and you can ask your hairstylist to cut in some unique and quirky shapes. That's the idea, anyway!
Although this woman took in the inspiration picture on the left, they ended up with the disaster on the right. It was almost there... but it was also a very long way off.
Time to Fire the Makeup Artist
Behind every show or movie you see on television is a makeup team on-hand to provide the stars with the care and attention they need. But we can only assume that this show was dealing with some budget cuts during this time, as they decided to fire their whole makeup team and ask the stars to do their own makeup. As you can see, this was one of the worst decisions they could have made.
Some people just don't have a natural talent for applying makeup, and while this wasn't an issue for this news presenter in the past, it soon became apparent in the worst way.
Time to Stop Following Trends
Every year, new hair trends blow up on social media. From quirky hair colors to new hairstyles and cuts, hair salons see people asking for these trends all the time. And when this woman saw people getting middle parts and curtain bangs online, she knew that she wanted to join the club. What she didn't realize was that entry to this club was only permitted if you found a good hairstylist to help you!
Although the woman on the left looks great with her naturally-shaped curtain bangs, the woman on the right looks a bit confused by her choppy hair pieces. Are we sure she didn't do this herself?
A Spooky Look Gone Wrong
We probably don't need to tell you that Halloween is a huge deal to some people. Halloween lovers go all out with their costumes and their makeup, and it's fair to say that makeup artists get pretty busy over this spooky season. Most makeup artists stock up on their fake blood, their white makeup, and their red paint, and they're used to clients going with similar designs. Some are a little newer to the game, though.
The "professional" MUA who completed this look must have been a rookie, as they didn't exactly give this woman the look she wanted. Although there's no doubt about the fact that it's scary!
Time to Whip Out the Hat
Haircuts aren't cheap, you know! The money you pay at the salon needs to pay for the hair stylist's time, the salon's running costs and the tools used. But as much as we'd all like to have a money tree, some people just don't have the cash to fork out for an expensive haircut. So, they look for a cheaper alternative. But this doesn't always work out in their favor.
When this guy went to a cheaper salon, he quickly realized that sometimes it pays to pay more for your haircut. Unless you want to wear a hat for the next month.
Making a Bang With Bangs
Whether you like your hair curly, straight, wavy, or permed, there's no doubt about the fact that hair is extremely versatile. Because of this, most people experiment with their style over the course of their lives - and this woman decided to go to the hair salon and do just that. She wanted to add some more curls to her hair, and she also wanted to go ahead and cut in some bangs.
She knew it was a risk, but we have a feeling that she wasn't expecting this result. Her face says it all, really! Let's hope she walked out of the beauty salon with a style she liked eventually.
She Certainly Stands Out From the Crowd
Most people went through an emo stage, right? During this traumatic time of our lives, we overdid it on eyeliner, covered our eyes with our thick bangs, and we dyed our hair multiple different colors. But there's no doubt about the fact that this woman has taken that look to the extreme. We can't even count the number of colors she has in her hair! And what's with the blue eyebrows?
We're sure she's happy with the overall look, which is ultimately the only thing that matters. We can't help but wonder how long it takes her to get ready in the morning.
Beach Waves Gone Very Wrong
It's always the way; people with straight hair always want curly hair. And people with curly hair always want straight hair! This blonde beauty's natural hair had the best of both worlds, as she had a slight wave to her hair that many people would be envious of. But it seems as though she didn't like it, which is why she headed to the hair salon for a color refresh and a blow dry.
Although she took the middle picture as inspiration, the end result looked nothing as she expected. She was left with dark roots and frizzy hair that just looks so damaged! Her face says it all.
The Ultimate Ulta Fail
Ulta Beauty is one of the most popular stores for makeup lovers. Not only can customers buy all of their foundation, blush, lipstick, and eyeshadow from this store, but they can also make use of the so-called professional makeup artists who work there. Yes, so many people get makeovers there, but it's luck of the drawer whether you get a good MUA or not. This woman wasn't so lucky.
From the unblended blue eyeshadow to the blocky lip color, this makeup look seems to be a little more DIY than professional. Let's hope she got this as a freebie.
Not-So Pretty in Pink
If you love to take risks with your hair color, why not head to the beauty salon and ask for some pink hair? You won't regret it! Actually, you might. The colorist you choose can make or break your decision to turn your hair pink, as the wrong colorist can leave you world's away from the hair dreams that you had. And this woman knows exactly how embarrassing that feels.
Although this woman went into the salon with dreams of subtle pink ombre hair, her colorist left her with a big block of bubblegum pink locks on her head. At least it's not green.
Keeping Things Natural?
There are three kinds of people in this world. There are those who prefer to look natural and wear minimal makeup. There are those who like to doll themselves up for special occasions. And then there are those who love to go all out every single day of the year. We can only assume that the woman below is part of the latter category. After all, this look is far from natural.
We bet this woman is constantly in the beauty salon. From the eyebrow plucking to the blowouts and the makeup purchases, she probably spends a fortune on her overall look!
A "Natural" Tan Gone Wrong
If you're someone who likes to look and feel beautiful for a big occasion, it's best to book yourself in at the local beauty salon. Everyone has their own beauty treatments of choice, and this prom-goer decided that she wanted a spray tan before her big night. At the time, she asked the beauty therapist for a natural tan. But we guess their definitions of "natural" didn't exactly match up.
Let's hope that she managed to get home and scrub herself in the shower one hundred times before she had to leave for the prom. Because that wasn't a good look.
Love Is Not in the Hair
Do you have a celebrity girl crush? We don't blame you. This young woman's idol was Hailey Bieber, which is why she decided to take a picture of the model to the hair salon when she was getting ready for her prom. She wanted to replicate Hailey's curls for her big night, and she assumed that this wouldn't be a big deal. After all, it's a pretty ordinary hairstyle, right?
The hairstylist obviously didn't think so, as they struggled to bring this look to life. In the end, this young lady went to the prom with some serious bed head!
Cheeks Brighter Than Our Future
Makeup trends come and go, but one trend that has stuck around is the dewy-glossy look. Makeup artists use a highlighter and oil-based foundation to create this look, and the intention is to add a new dimension to the face, while also lifting up the cheekbones. But we can't help but think that this makeup artist went a little overboard with this trend. This look actually makes her skin look reflective!
Although most of us love a glowy look, this woman's cheekbones are so bright we think we might have to go and get our sunglasses. The contour was successful, though, we guess.
The Biggest Question of Them All
As you'll probably know, you have to be a very trusting person to go to the hair salon. You're putting your whole identity and your whole appearance in the hands of a complete stranger, and they can change your life in an instant. This woman realized this for herself when she went to a new hair salon and left with this awful hair cut. So, she took to TikTok to share her grievances.
The biggest question she needed to be answered was... what should she do?! We think the only thing she can do is hibernate at home until her hair grows back.
Almost, but Not Quite...
Let's be honest; there's a real art to hair care. It takes professionals years to perfect the art, and everyone has to start somewhere. And while this customer went into the beauty salon with the intention of walking out with a large braid like the one on the left, the picture on the right proves that it wasn't quite right. But it's fair to say that you can see efforts were made to bring the left picture to life.
Sure, the braid is a little smaller and it's definitely not as thick as the one on the left, but everyone's hair is different. While extensions would have transformed this look, the end result isn't that bad.
Real-Life Copy and Paste
You have to give manicurists some serious credit. Most customers take pictures of their designs to the nail salon and ask their manicurist to replicate them on their own nails. And most of the time, they absolutely nail it! The same can be said for this particular nail technician, as they created this design with ease. But if you look closely, you might see that they copied and pasted this design a little too well.
Yes, this manicurist assumed that the cursor from this screenshot was all part of the overall design. You never know, though, the customer may have loved the finished look in the end!
Orange Is Not the New Black
So many people around the world have blonde, brunette, or black hair. So, it's no wonder that some people like to mix things up and dye their hair all kinds of other colors. This woman wanted to make a stand with her hair color, which is why she made her way to the hair salon with the intention of dying her hair auburn - and she even took the inspiration picture on the left in with her!
As you can see, what she asked for was very different from what she got. You'll be happy to know that this salon eventually tied up their mess and fixed her hair, though.
Time to Ask for a Refund
A few years ago, the gray hair trend was all the range. People of all ages and from all walks of life were paying good money to turn their natural or colored hair gray on purpose, and this silver look took social media by storm. But one thing they didn't realize was that this process isn't easy. Turning your hair gray takes time, effort, and a competent hair stylist who knows exactly what they're doing.
Unfortunately, it seems as though the hairstylist behind this look didn't really know what they were doing. And this customer left the hair salon $400 lighter, and with frizzy hair that definitely isn't gray.
When You Spend $85 Too Much
We love this woman's red hair. It's bold, it's vibrant, and it suits her face and her style perfectly. But after this little hair refresh, she decided that she wanted an epic makeup look to go with it - and so she found an $85 makeup artist to do the job. Unfortunately, it seems as though she didn't read the reviews of this makeup artist before letting them loose on her face.
From the patchy foundation to the intense blue eye makeup, this whole look isn't absolutely awful, but it's not great either. But if this woman feels beautiful, that's all that matters.
So Close, but Yet So Far
Some people can really pull off red hair, and we're pretty jealous of those people. It suits their skin tone, it matches their personality, and when applied correctly the red hair dye can really pop and make a statement. So, it's no wonder that this woman wanted to transform her black locks red! And while she told the hairdresser exactly what she wanted, she definitely didn't get what she ordered.
In the end, her hair looked as though it had simply been dipped in red paint and curled within an inch of its life. It's like the hair stylist got bored half-way through.
Expectation Vs Reality
It's fair to say that some of us are just too polite. Sure, we expect to get what we ask for when we're paying for a service, but so many people don't speak up when they see that something is going disastrously wrong. We can only assume that this woman was the same when she visited the nail salon. After all, it was pretty obvious that her manicurist didn't listen to her at all!
This woman probably should have spoken up when the manicurist didn't add extensions to her nails, but she just let them carry on, anyway. So, we can't help but think this was partly her fault too!