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Hair Extensions Cost


How Much Do Hair Extensions Cost?

 
average costPartial Head: $400-$800high costFull Head: $1,600-$4,000

The cost of hair extensions varies based on: the quality, type and length of hair extension chosen, the method of application and the length and density of the natural hair.

Typical costs:

  • A partial head of hair extensions typically costs between $150 and $300, plus the cost of the hair. Total cost ranges from $400 to $800.
  • A full head of hair extensions (for fullness only) typically costs between $300 and $600, plus the cost of the hair. Total cost ranges from $1,300 to $1,600.
  • A full head of hair extensions for fullness and added length typically costs $600 to $1500 and up, plus the cost of the hair. Total cost ranges from $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, depending on length and origin. Synthetic hair and low-quality human hair, which are not recommended, cost much less.
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What should be included:
  • The stylist will schedule an initial consultation to assess your hair and discuss to desired results and cost.
  • Bonding methods include braiding, weaving, sewing and fusion, in which the hair comes coated at the tips with a substance that, when heated, bonds with your own hair.
  • If necessary, the hair extensions will be color matched to your own hair.
  • At the appointment, the stylist will trim your hair and then use the chosen method to attach the hair extensions. Depending on the method and how many extensions are being applied, this can take anywhere from two to six hours. 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 or more
  • As hair grows, hair extensions will need to be taken out and reapplied; hair extensions usually last an average of four to six months. This re-application will cost as much as the first for labor, but 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.
Discounts:
  • Some salons will charge an hourly rate to apply extensions you buy yourself; however, it usually is a better idea to purchase hair through a licensed hairdresser.
  • Using a "weft" -- a grouping of hairs that have been sewn together in a seam -- is generally quite a bit cheaper than strand-by-strand hair extensions, but tends not to look as natural or allow as much versatility.
  • Clip-in hair extensions can be used for an inexpensive, temporary style; a stylist can show you how to put them in and take them out.
  • Some salons offer discounts for senior citizens or cancer survivors.
Shopping for hair extensions:
  • Tip: First, make sure you are a good candidate for hair extensions. People who are losing a lot of hair, who have allergies to certain chemicals or who are not willing to make regular trips to the salon are not. Rolfs-Salon.com[1] provides a self-quiz on hair extension suitability.
  • Find a salon by asking for a list of certified stylists from a reputable company that supplies quality human hair extensions. Popular companies include Hairlocs[2] , Great Lengths and Hairdreams[3] .
  • Tip: After you have found a salon, schedule a consultation to get an accurate price estimate. Ask to see before-and-after photographs of previous hair extension clients; a reputable stylist should always have a portfolio and also should be certified by the company that provides the hair extension system they use.
  • Before getting hair extensions done, it is important to ask for a written price quote and guarantee. This is standard practice at reputable salons.
Material on this page is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice. Always consult your physician or pharmacist regarding medications or medical procedures.
 
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Best way to apply hair extensions
Amount: $250.99 total
Posted by: Shalia Drum in Greensboro, NC.Posted: September 17th, 2018 02:09PM
Type of Hair: Hair extensions
I know a lady who does hair extension that only charges 350 with hair included she does a great job and it last up to 3 months here's her number her name is michy 9843641267
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Tape in method just 1 set
Amount: $240.00 total
Posted by: lmc1964 in Brooklyn, NY.Posted: July 20th, 2016 12:07AM
Type of Hair: Hunan
I've never had hair extensions before, I have hair that is about 16 inches long to the ends, there r shorter pieces, there's a lot but so fine and thin. So I was afraid but figured 1 set with tape method (I heard that is the gentlest method for thin fine hair). She pit 3 pieces on the right side & 2 on the left.
2 questions:
Is that the right amount of hair?
2- How do I style my hair as I did before,meaning blow drying, brushing as they are there so I can brush through where they r taped in, that would pull then out. She went to her country and will back Aug. 10th.
So how do I style it, I USED TO STYLE IT WITH MOUSE AND A HAIR LIFTER THEN LIFT WITH THE BLOWER POINTING AT THE ROOTS THEN GIVE IT A COLD SHOT. CURL THE ENDS WITH A CURLING IRON, LET IT COOL OFF, TURN OVER MY HEAT AND BRUSH THROUGH. WHAT DO U DO TO GET THAT EFFECT WHEN YOU OBVIOUSLY CANT BRUSH WHERE THE EXTENSIONS R BONDED, CANT GO THROUGH THAT. PLEASE ADVISE???????
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Hair Extenstions
Amount: $250.00 total
Posted by: HW in Laurel, MD.Posted: May 6th, 2016 08:05PM
Type of Hair: Virgin Hair
My stylist Deanne is amazing.$250 & you get a deep condition,trim,install and cut and style.If you want a net there's no extra charge.call her @ 301.825.6847.Located on Hanover,Md.
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in reference to Belle Swan
Amount: $1,000.00 total
Posted by: Angelique in Bradenton, FL.Posted: February 23rd, 2016 07:02PM
As a stylist you must know that the reason extensions are so expensive is because of the hair,the better quality of the hair of the more expensive it is. Of course we don't work for free therefore we do charge an hourly fee due to our experience and education. I do hope that you can find someone to do your extensions for you at a reasonable price.
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Certified Hair Extensions
Amount: $1,200.00 total
Posted by: Deidre in Overland Park, KS.Posted: October 15th, 2015 04:10PM
Type of Hair: Body Wave Tape Inn
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Mary's Salon Saugus, california
Amount: $300.00 total
Posted by: char bessette in Saugus, CA.Posted: October 1st, 2015 01:10AM
Type of Hair: not human as was told
Don't ever go to this place and let Cameda Dickerson touch your hair. She will destroy your hair and you get crap that she lied about. Beware of this scammer
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Great length hair extensions , was over charged ???? Not amount per bundle was put in ,
Amount: $5,000.00 total
Posted by: Evonne Mcctcheon in Long Island, NJ.Posted: July 9th, 2015 12:07PM
Type of Hair: Great length 18in. Remi
Stylist over charged for all service and I feel I did not get the amount of hair I paid for put in. Was never given the maintenance from the stylist that put them in , then she left me with no stylist to maintenance while she went on maternity leave for 3 to more months??? What the heck""
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hair extensions not last more than 6 weeks
Amount: $90.00 total
Posted by: Carmie in Hot Springs, AR.Posted: May 18th, 2015 08:05AM
Type of Hair: 100% human?
My stylist put in my extensions for $90. She glues them in. She wants me to buy the glue, semi hair color rinse and colors after put on my head, extensions, and I usually bring my own shampoo and conditioner. She may also have to cut them because I can't find any for 12" and usually 15". They only last around 6 weeks.Am I getting a good deal?
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Gratuity
Amount: $1,200.00 total
Posted by: Rubkro in New York, NY.Posted: March 5th, 2015 12:03PM
For 1200 buck hair extensions-- how much tip for stylist
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Natonia Hair Extensions
Amount: $750.00 total
Posted by: [email protected] in Clinton, MD.Posted: January 24th, 2015 09:01PM
Type of Hair: Virgin Indian
I was referred to a great young lady with lots of experience. I called and scheduled a consultation is was great however I felt the price was expensive. After the consult I was sold and had to have it done. Natonia was the best!! The hair was great!! I highly recommend her. This is her number 301/613/8548 and she's between Northern VA, MD, and Ca.
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Fusion Har Extensions
Amount: $500.00 total
Posted by: Deborah36 in Norfolk, VA.Posted: January 24th, 2015 11:01AM
Type of Hair: Hair Xtensions Diva
I love my extensions put in at the Beauty Bar Spa & Salon. The stylist that put them in educated me on the proper care for my hair as well as the extensions. The cost was well worth the experience. The price included my hair also. Call Brenda Starr @ 757-514-1080 if you want the best install in the Norfolk/ Virgina Beach area.
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KNOTTING HAIR
Amount: $400.00 total
Posted by: Deborah Planet in SACRAMENTO, CA.Posted: January 12th, 2015 11:01AM
Type of Hair: CRISACE AAA REMY
KNOTS EVEN IF YOU USE CLEAN AND STYLE 2 TIMES A WEEK AND OIL HAIR.
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Hair Extensions
Amount: $300.00 total
Posted by: briteyes in Collegeville, PA.Posted: December 30th, 2014 06:12AM
Type of Hair: Thinning
I am looking for a reputable salon with flexable hours and good prices to get extensions. I live in the Collegeville, PA area. Does anyone have any recommendations. I have a friend in Exton PA area who told me she got them for about $150.00 full head, I find that price hard to believe and she also told me she has no follow up appointments to keep them up.
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ShebySocap Extensions
Amount: $1,500.00 total
Posted by: Nicole Overeen in Raleigh, NC.Posted: August 1st, 2014 05:08PM
Type of Hair: Straight/Blonde from Asia
$1000 for service. $500 for the hair. Thus company is THE BEST bc they're the only company that has keratin tipped bonds and also keratin tape for the tape extensions ( which are reusable). I have been going to Ashley DeVaughn out of Raleigh NC. I TRUSTED HER BC SHE WEARS THEM HERSELF and her natural hair has grown longer and thicker. I've seen it. She's at a Mitchell's Hairstyling Salon and been doing them for 10 years. I would suggest her. Call her salon # 919-846-9214
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Brazillian Knot
Amount: $275.00 total
Posted by: annejevas2 in union, NJ.Posted: March 18th, 2014 05:03AM
Type of Hair: Peruvian Wavy
I tried brazillian knot for the first time and it hurt soooo bad!!!! Never Again!!! I had to cut them out right away. I kept them in for 2 days and then that was it, I could not take it. My scalp actually started itching and getting little bumps!!! Don't do it no matter what!!
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Hair Extensions
Amount: $1,800.00 total
Posted by: Brandi R. in Land O\' Lakes, FL.Posted: October 20th, 2013 01:10PM
Type of Hair: Medium / Fine
I went to The Hair House in Land O' Lakes, FL. A stylist there named Lewis applied fusion extensions. They are wonderful. He was very educated and thorough. I will never go anywhere else again, except to him. I have had no issues whatsoever. After the initial consultation and deposit, he ordered the hair and took care of everything. If you need extensions and you live in this area or around it, I would strongly recommend going to him.
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hair extensions
Amount: $3,000.00 total
Posted by: witchey and matted in great neck, NY.Posted: February 14th, 2013 08:02PM
Type of Hair: was great legnths now ?
My stylist does extensions she charges $250.00 per pack of 25 strands i need at least 12 paks. includes labor but recently i have asked her is there is a less expensive hair and she put hair in me that now gets knotty and matted right after a blow out I can hardly brush out knots on a date I have to keep checking back of hair its matted she doesnt know answer claims its me i need to know maybe the new hair is made of fabric or dolls hair please let me know
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I LOVE HER WORK!!
Amount: $300.00 total
Posted by: Munchi in Syracuse, NY.Posted: November 29th, 2012 06:11AM
Type of Hair: Indian Remy/ Brazilian Wave
I got my hair done the first time by Lilly in 2006 and I've Never gone anywhere else! Her prices are so reasonable and she makes house calls. My hair always looks so natural wet or dry. I travel A Lot so I can't have my hair not blending or working under different circumstances. She charges $20 for consultations and when its time for a touch up $50. She also does classes for stylists! It took some time to find her and I'm happy I did! You can contact her by email [email protected]
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Hair Extensions
Amount: $1,500.00 total
Posted by: Cynt in Marietta, GA.Posted: November 20th, 2012 02:11PM
Type of Hair: Short
I had a fantastic experience. I love my hair extensions. I have the Brazilian Knot Hair Extensions and they are gorgeous. I was referred to Salon 317 and the owner did my extensions. My hair is short and I was worried that I couldn't get them. But my hair looks F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S!. The hair is of great quality (she ordered it). They've been in for a little over two months now and going strong. I'm still getting compliments on my hair and would recommend Dee to anyone that is interested in hair extensions. She is absolutely a miracle worker. Check her out for your self....
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Hair extensions
Amount: $340.00 total
Posted by: StacyT in Dallas, TX.Posted: July 25th, 2012 04:07PM
Type of Hair: Peruvian full head
I absolutely love the company I get my hair from they are very affordable and the owner of the hair supply company and the stylist made my service feel like it was customized for me!OMG!My hair so far has been in for 3 months and it still looks great. I have an appointment this Friday to wash and style my hair(with the sew in still in my head). For the hair I paid $150 for 2 packs of 14" peruvian hair and for the stylist to sew it in it was $180. My total price was $340. Not bad at all for the quality of the hair and my sew in!!The salon is Styles By Day it's in Carrollton,TX and the company I bought my hair is ShoNuf Beauty. It's an online store so the hair will be mailed to you but I can't complain at all!!(For some reason it wouldn't let me select 2012 so I had to choose 2011 but my purchase was this year in April
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hair extensions
Amount: $800.00 total
Posted by: susan bee in new york, NY.Posted: April 13th, 2012 01:04AM
Type of Hair: platinum seamless
I paid 800.00 for a full head of platinum seamless extensions. They are supose to last 3 months.After one month parts of it were comming off. When I took them off I noticed I had lost a huge amount of my own hair.
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hair extensions and hair color
Amount: $0.00 total
Posted by: Lizzy in cocoa beach, FL.Posted: February 23rd, 2012 10:02AM
Type of Hair: naturally wavy/curly
I have been wanting to do extensions in my hair for a while now. I want to experience having my hair hang to my waist. However, the cost is ridiculous and then there is a saying, you get what you pay for. so needless to say, i still dont have any. also... i do color my hair and love the beverly j. hills hair coloring. its wonderful especially for someone like me who likes to play and color their hair. I would like to find someone who can and/or knows how to purchase this product. you can only order his regular hairline of products such as shampoo online. how does one get his hair colorings? the stylist who had used it on me has now moved. anyone know of how to purchase the beverly j hills hair coloring and where to get extenstions done right and good for a fair amount???
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greatest hair extensions ever
Amount: $275.00 total
Posted by: a user in Omaha, NE.Posted: February 12th, 2012 02:02PM
Type of Hair: fine thin
Platinum Salon n Sparn7021 maple rn402.453.5449 rnAsk for January she is great
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Extensions vs Wigs
Amount: $70.00 total
Posted by: Supermom in Petal, MS.Posted: June 4th, 2011 01:06AM
Type of Hair: Short, thin
First a pony-tail clip...then I'll think about extensions. The cost is ridiculous.
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My heard hurts
Amount: $300.00 total
Posted by: Mikala MP in Calgary, Other.Posted: June 1st, 2011 06:06PM
Type of Hair: 100% human hair (cost me $200)
The hair color doesn't even match my hair. The stylist weaved it so tight my head still hurts almost a week later. My scalp is starting to turn red.
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full head extensions
Amount: $1,500.00 total
Posted by: CarmelChic in Indianapolis, IN.Posted: April 26th, 2011 10:04AM
Type of Hair: Keratin Dipped u-tips
I was referred to Indy Remy Boutique fy a friend. The consultation was very detailed and when my extensions were applied the compliments started pouring in. I have always kept my look together; but Indy Remy Boutique elevated the bar (even for my standards). I referred a friend for the full lace unit, and a friend for The individual lash extensions; they both had great results. indyremyboutique.com Thanks Andy and Kenya awesome work.
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strand by strand
Amount: $300.00 total
Posted by: figurebeauty in dallas, TX.Posted: January 24th, 2011 01:01PM
Type of Hair: strand by strand, human
I had mine done by a couple pro's...one who does the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders extensions. My fiancee watched the process and am I ever lucky......he is just one of those gifted individuals who can do it himself. I will also say if you are good with things like coloring your own hair, etc....that it is rediculously easy. I do my sides and my fiancee does the back. It takes about 5 hrs total. Strand by Strand is the BOMB and these are micro link. They do not fall out and they don't really damage the hair. You just have to be careful about tangling and brushing because they are attached to your hair. I now have beautiful silky shiny hair every 3-4 months! Highly Recommend. Check out Ciao Bella Hair extensions...you can google it. He is located in Dallas and he can do them for you for a cost....or sell you the hair and fedex it to you. This is my.....5th set, I think. My own hair is course and thick and has a tendency to break off at a certain length rather than grow. Hair extensions have been a godsend for me.
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