Jessica: Hello everyone! Welcome back to 5-minute English Practice.
Today, I’m going to the hair salon near my house. My hair is long and black, but it has become quite dry and damaged recently. I want to get some soft waves and also do a hair treatment to restore its health. Let’s practice natural English conversations you can have with a hairdresser. This is very useful real-life English. Come with me!
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Hairdresser: Hello! Welcome to our salon. How are you today?
Jessica: Hi! I’m doing well, thank you. I’d like to do something with my hair today.
Hairdresser: Great! Please have a seat. First, let me check the condition of your hair. (touches Jessica’s hair gently) Your hair is quite long and thick. The color is beautiful natural black. But it looks a bit dry, especially at the ends. Have you been using heat tools a lot?
Jessica: Yes, I use a straightener almost every day for work. That’s probably why it’s damaged. I want to change the style a little. I’m thinking of soft waves, not too curly, just gentle waves that look natural. Also, I really need a deep hair treatment to repair and restore my hair. Do you think that’s possible?
Hairdresser: Absolutely. Soft waves will look very nice on your long hair. Because your hair is quite healthy at the roots but dry at the ends, I recommend we do a hair repair treatment first, then create the waves. The treatment will make your hair smoother, shinier, and healthier.
Jessica: That sounds perfect. What kind of treatment do you suggest?
Hairdresser: We have a keratin repair treatment or an intensive moisturizing treatment with argan oil and collagen. Since your hair needs both repair and moisture, I think the intensive moisturizing treatment combined with a light keratin serum would be best. It will help restore the damaged parts and give your hair a beautiful natural shine.
Jessica: Great. How long will the whole process take?
Hairdresser: Let me see… First, we’ll wash your hair and apply the treatment. That takes about 30 to 40 minutes. Then we’ll rinse it out and start creating the soft waves with a curling iron. The styling part will take another 40 to 50 minutes. So in total, it should take around 1 hour and 30 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Is that okay with your schedule?
Jessica: Yes, that’s fine. I have the whole afternoon free.
Hairdresser: Perfect. Before we start, do you want to keep your hair the same length or should I trim the damaged ends a little?
Jessica: Please trim just a little bit, about 2 or 3 centimeters, to remove the split ends. But I still want to keep my hair long.
Hairdresser: Noted. Now, about aftercare — this is very important. After the treatment and waves, you should avoid washing your hair for at least 48 hours so the treatment can set properly. Use a sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner. Also, try to reduce using heat tools. If you have to use a hairdryer, always apply heat protectant first. I can recommend some good products for you to take home.
Jessica: Thank you. I’ll definitely follow your advice. How often should I do this kind of treatment to keep my hair healthy?
Hairdresser: For best results, I suggest doing the intensive treatment every 6 to 8 weeks. And remember to use a hair mask once a week at home. Drinking enough water and eating foods rich in protein and biotin also help a lot.
Jessica: I’ll keep that in mind. One more thing — will the waves last long?
Hairdresser: The soft waves usually last about 4 to 6 weeks, depending on how you take care of your hair. If you use the right products and avoid too much heat, they can stay longer and look more natural.
Jessica: That’s wonderful. I’m really excited to see the result. Shall we start now?
Hairdresser: Yes, let’s begin. First, I’ll wash your hair. Please come this way.
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Hairdresser: Your hair is responding very well to the treatment. It already feels much softer. The waves are coming out beautifully — natural and elegant.
Jessica: It smells so nice too! I can already feel the difference.
Hairdresser: All done! Take a look. What do you think?
Jessica: Oh wow! It looks amazing! The waves are exactly what I wanted — soft and natural. And my hair feels so much healthier and shinier. Thank you so much! You did a fantastic job.
Hairdresser: I’m so glad you like it! Remember the aftercare tips and come back in 6 to 8 weeks if you want to maintain the treatment. Here are the products I recommend for daily care.
Jessica: Thank you again. I really appreciate your advice and help. Have a great day!
Hairdresser: You too! Enjoy your new hairstyle. See you next time!
[Scene transition back to Jessica facing the camera, showing her new hairstyle]
Jessica: And that’s how a typical conversation at the hair salon goes! You learned useful English for describing your hair condition, asking for advice, discussing styles, time, price (implied), and aftercare instructions.
Practice this dialogue at home and you will feel much more confident when visiting a hair salon in English.
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| Word / Phrase | Part of Speech | Meaning (English) | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| dry | adjective | lacking moisture | My hair feels dry after using heat tools. |
| damaged | adjective | harmed or not healthy | Her hair is damaged from styling. |
| soft waves | noun phrase | gentle, natural-looking curls | I want soft waves, not tight curls. |
| hair treatment | noun | a process to improve hair condition | I need a hair treatment for my hair. |
| restore | verb | to bring back to a good condition | This product helps restore damaged hair. |
| condition (of hair) | noun | the state or quality | The condition of your hair is improving. |
| thick | adjective | having a lot of hair | She has long and thick hair. |
| ends | noun | the tips of the hair | The ends of my hair are dry. |
| heat tools | noun | tools like straighteners or curlers | Heat tools can damage your hair. |
| straightener | noun | a tool used to make hair straight | I use a straightener every day. |
| repair | verb | to fix damage | This treatment repairs damaged hair. |
| moisturizing | adjective | adding moisture | Use a moisturizing shampoo. |
| keratin | noun | protein that strengthens hair | Keratin helps make hair smooth. |
| collagen | noun | protein that improves hair health | Collagen is good for hair and skin. |
| serum | noun | liquid product for hair care | Apply serum for shiny hair. |
| shiny | adjective | reflecting light, glossy | Her hair looks shiny and smooth. |
| process | noun | a series of steps | The process takes about 2 hours. |
| rinse | verb | to wash something with water | Rinse your hair after applying conditioner. |
| curling iron | noun | tool used to curl hair | She uses a curling iron for waves. |
| trim | verb | to cut a small amount | I need to trim my hair a little. |
| split ends | noun | damaged ends of hair | Trimming removes split ends. |
| aftercare | noun | care after a treatment | Follow the aftercare instructions. |
| sulfate-free | adjective | without harsh chemicals | Use a sulfate-free shampoo. |
| heat protectant | noun | product to protect hair from heat | Always apply heat protectant first. |
| hair mask | noun | deep conditioning treatment | Use a hair mask once a week. |
| biotin | noun | vitamin for hair growth | Biotin helps strengthen hair. |
| last (duration) | verb | to continue for a period | The waves last for 4 weeks. |
| maintain | verb | to keep in good condition | You need to maintain your hairstyle. |
| elegant | adjective | stylish and graceful | The waves look elegant and natural. |
| result | noun | final outcome | I love the result of my new hairstyle. |
Use the correct word from the list:
(dry, damaged, treatment, trim, shiny, rinse, split ends, moisturizing, serum, elegant)
Match the words with their meanings:
| A | B |
| 1. keratin | a. a weekly deep conditioning product |
| 2. curling iron | b. protein that strengthens hair |
| 3. hair mask | c. tool used to make curls |
| 4. heat protectant | d. protects hair from heat damage |
| 5. aftercare | e. care after a treatment |
Use these words to make sentences:
Answer these questions:
Exercise 1:
Exercise 2:
Exercise 3:
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