What are hair extensions cost?
First, lets say that is a loaded question because it varies on what your needs and wants are. A few things that can determine the price of hair that you purchase is:
- Type of hair chosen
- The brand of hair chosen
- Length of hair you desire
- The quality of the hair
- The length and thickness of your hair
- How you choose to apply the extensions to your hair
- Cutting and styling
Most salons have budget friendly weaves that start at around $500 from there they should have a range of products that include: virgins, Russians, Europeans priced in the thousands.
Typical costs (hair plus stylist fee):
- A partial head of hair extensions typically costs between $400 to $800.
A full head of hair extensions (for fullness only) typically costs between $1,300 to $1,600.
A full head of hair extensions for fullness and added length typically costs $1,600 to $4,000.
High-quality human hair that is cut — not brushed — off usually costs from $250 to $500 for a partial head and $1,000 to $2,500 for a full head.
Synthetic hair and low-quality human hair, which are not recommended, cost much less.
Upkeep:
Upkeep can be as little as $100 all the way up to half of the original service. Some hair extensions may need to be maintained every four weeks. Others can be from 6-8 weeks.
Now, if you are thinking this is going to cost too much money for you to go to a hair salon, lets take a quick break and watch the video below because she shows you how to do your hair yourself. Now, this lady is funny and likes to give other advice like, “when you black you can’t be combing your hair all day!”
Natural Black Clip In Hair Extensions For Black Women
Now that you know that you have options on whether you want to do your hair yourself or go to a hair salon, lets continue with other cost factors in getting extensions.
What should be included:
- The stylist will schedule an initial consultation to assess your hair, desired results and cost.
- Bonding methods include braiding, weaving, sewing and fusion.
- Hair extensions should be color matched to your own hair.
- The stylist will trim your hair and then use the chosen method to attach your hair extensions.
- After application, the stylist will trim the hair for a blended look.
Additional costs:
- Some bonding techniques require regular application of a product to keep the bond in good shape, for about $20 per month.
- As hair grows, extensions need to be trimmed. This costs about the same as a traditional haircut.
- Color touch-ups are sometimes necessary on extensions; this can cost $50+
- As hair grows, hair extensions will need to be taken out and reapplied; this can cost as much as the first application; however, high-quality human hair usually can be reused.
- Removal, which can take an hour or two, usually costs the stylist’s hourly rate, unless new extensions are being applied.
If you are dealing with a true professional, you will get a care regimen when you leave. So, there you have it – hair extension cost for just about every scenario.