We’ve all been there before.

You’re sitting at the hairdresser waiting your turn and scrolling on your phone to pass the time.

For many of us, our phones have almost become an added appendage.

Woman texting while getting haircut

According to theUniversity of Michigan, the majority of people in waiting roomsrely on their phonesfor distraction.

However, being on your phone is something you should never do while getting a haircut.

That can result in your stylist not getting an accurate read on the length or evenness of your hair.

Woman getting haircut

Crossed legs can also contribute to an uneven view.

This will allow the stylist to focus on your cut, instead of the conversation.

Explain exactly what you want upfront and then let the stylist get to work.

Woman staring at her phone during haircut

That’s a pet peeve of many stylists.

A barber posted on aReddit thread, “Don’t move your head with us.

We move for a reason.

Don’t move your head unless we tell you to.

Angles are very important.

If you move while we are doing something, that angle is now wrong.”

“Watch in the mirror, and don’t be afraid to ask questions or make suggestions.”