WHEN THE HOLIDAY season rolls along, you have to ramp everything up to a bigger scale: Bigger parties, bigger celebrations. But does that apply to hair, too?

The number one hair mistake women make during the holidays is they often think like bridesmaids?the bigger and bolder, the better. Most often, this type of thinking leads to regret and exclamations of ?What was I thinking??

The sparkle and shimmer of the season can inspire any woman to have fun with her hairstyle. Before you do anything drastic, see a stylist before your schedule gets hectic.

Here are tips to get the holiday style you want.

Holidays can be hectic, so book an appointment in advance.

Think of where you are progressing with your hair before you make a change. Do you want to grow it long or go short? Your stylist can help you get the look you want.

Don?t consider a hairstyle you wouldn?t be able to recreate at home. Watch your stylist at work. Take note of the steps he or she takes and the products they use.

Bring magazine images or photos that show the feel you want.

Clarify! Sometimes what is long to you might not be long to your stylist.

Be flexible and let your stylist interpret the images you select. Work with your stylist to find a look that works with your features and lifestyle.

4 women?s salons

When in doubt, seek advice. I asked four women who are always in the limelight and with schedules that necessitate planning ahead. They revealed their most trusted salons that give them knockout holiday looks.

?I love getting my haircut and color at Louis Philip Kee Salon. The color always suits my skin tone and makes my hair shiny. Louis does a great job at hair cutting. Not only does it last a long time but I always get compliments and I love it!??Krista Ranillo, actress

?I go to Propaganda by Jing Monis. I like the cut and color, and the hair treatments. Oh, and the WiFi is an added plus!??Judy Ann Santos, actress

?I always have my cut and color done at Emphasis Salon, Rockwell. Lourd Ramos always does a great job changing my look.??Phoemela Baranda, TV host

?I?m delighted that The Jing Monis salon is finally up and running. The interiors match Jing?s personality which is upbeat, modern class. Jing is always up-to-date with current trends inspired from his travels and deep knowledge of beauty. How he sculpts is different for each face he touches. I?m also elated with his support of using more organic products like Essensity to incorporate with his work as a master beauty stylist.??Joey Mead, international model