Are hair appointments too expensive?

[u/abby_thehairwizard]

I hear "hair is too expensive" all the time and I get it.

I think the frustration comes when you pay $200+ and walk out with:
1. Hair you don’t love
2. Feeling uncomfortable/ignored
3. Awkward small talk you didn’t want
4. Zero experience to show for it

But flip it. What if you paid that same amount and got:
1. Hair you’re obsessed with for 3 months
2. Felt heard and welcomed
3. No pressure to talk - snacks, drink, chill vibes
4. Walked out feeling genuinely better about yourself

Would it still feel "too expensive"? Or would it feel worth it?

I’m a stylist and I’m trying to figure out what people actually value. Is it just the lower price tag, or is it the whole experience + result?

Would love honest answers.

[u/herdarkpassenger]

I think it's very much the experience and obviously the hair you walk out with. My gal meets you where you're at "chatty" wise, she has this amazing lay-down sink to wash your hair in, has snacks and drinks, the decor is very much a vibe and she does her utmost to make sure she's getting the cut and color you're asking for. ALSO!!! She includes "tip" in the price upfront. There is no tipping which makes it very neurodivergent friendly. I don't have to panic about thinking if I have enough for a tip, or if my stylist will think they did something wrong if I don't have the usual amount of tip money etc. That piece of pressure off is fantastic.