A before and after photo can explain a service better than a paragraph. It can also lose credibility if the light changed, the styling hides the hair, or a filter did the work. A few simple routines solve almost all of this.
How do you ask the client for permission?
Before the service starts, not at the end. Tell her where the image will appear, whether her face will show, and whether her name will be mentioned. The tidiest approach is to get the authorization in writing or note it on her card, and to respect a no.
If you have questions about using client images, check with your legal advisor.
How do you get an honest comparison?
Take both photos in the same place, with the same light, at the same distance, and with the head in the same position. Mark a spot on the floor or keep your phone on a fixed stand.
Don't use filters or retouching that change color or texture. If the after photo was taken in different light, it's better not to post the comparison.
What should you show for each service?
Show what the service works on. For smoothing, volume and movement. For blonds, the tone in natural light. For curls, definition: with Beauty Cachos, for example, a short video helps show definition without stiffness, which a still photo doesn't always capture.
Each post should tell one idea. If the change can't be seen in the image, don't try to explain it with more text.
What should you write in the post?
The starting point, what was done, and which line. For example: "Curly hair with frizz. Treatment and finishing with Beauty Cachos."
Avoid phrases like "guaranteed results" or medical promises. It's better to say that the result depends on the diagnosis and technique, and that each head of hair responds differently.
How do you fit this into a workday?
Decide who takes the photos, set up a well-lit corner for them, and save images in folders by service. Taking the before right after the diagnosis and the after once finishing is done only adds a few minutes to the appointment.
In summary
Ask for permission, repeat the light and angle, show what the service works on, and write without overpromising. Credibility comes from consistency and real images.
Source: Brulier USA Editorial, with campaign rules from Mildrey García's Xcentric Beauty master manual and data from Brulier's Beauty Cachos line. It does not constitute legal advice. Educational content: it does not replace professional diagnosis or product instructions.Beauty Cachos products
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a professional camera?
Not necessarily. A phone on a fixed stand and good light are usually enough if you keep the conditions the same for both photos.
Can I post without showing the face?
Yes, and some clients may prefer that. You should still ask for permission and explain where the image will appear.
Can I use brand photos as if they were mine?
No. Your before and after content should show real work from your salon.
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