A centre-part reference may not match the way your own hair naturally separates. If the part consistently moves to one side, show that behaviour before the barber starts cutting.

What to discuss

Ask whether you want to work with the natural separation or spend time directing it closer to the middle. These are different maintenance choices. Check the front and top together so a request for symmetry does not overlook the actual distribution of hair on each side.

Plan your appointment

An iron perm may be discussed when movement and direction are the goal, subject to hair condition and availability. It does not permanently relocate natural growth. Ask how the proposed cut will look when you use your normal routine, and how much drying or product would be needed to maintain the preferred separation.

Signature Grooming is AUD150, with a first-visit option at AUD120. Confirm any additional services and the total before booking. Written by Ryunosuke Kano, HIROGINZA Sydney.

Suite 5, Level 1, Dymocks Building, 428 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000. View current appointments and confirm your service.

Style created by our team in Japan. Style reference only; the photograph does not identify a particular perm technique.