Children go through many milestones during their toddler years. From learning to roll over to sitting up and crawling, there are many occasions to celebrate. Why not turn their first trip to the salon into a fun and memorable event, too? Below, Premier Cuts Hair Salon in San Antonio, TX, shares three kids' haircut tips to make the occasion special and positive.

Help Your Kids Have a Great First Haircut

Consider the Timing

You probably time play dates and errands around your child’s schedule to keep them on track and happy, and their first salon trip should be the same. Make sure they have a full meal and a nap before going to the salon, and the appointment will go much smoother.

Find a Kid-friendly Hair Cutter

It’s easy to make kids’ haircuts fun if you attend a salon that is equipped to deal with their age group. The stylists will have experience catering to the shorter attention spans and potential mood swings. When the appointment is fun, your child will look forward to going back for their next cut. 

Explain What to Expect

Prevent fear and nerves by showing your child what to expect once they arrive at the salon. Play “pretend beauty shop” at home to prepare. Sit them in a chair and wrap a towel around their shoulders before using a spray bottle of water to wet their hair. Then, use toy scissors or your index and middle finger to “cut” their locks. It’ll be easy for them to sit still for a real kids’ haircut appointment if they know what’s coming.

When your little one makes it through their first haircut, it may be time to celebrate. Reward great behavior with a fun outing to further associate positive feelings with going to the salon. To learn the unique ways the staff at Premier Cuts Hair Salon accommodate kids’ haircuts, call (210) 682-2887. Visit the website for information on their expert stylists and services for adults, including nose hair removal, eyebrow waxing, and hair styling.