Short answer
Know the rule before you hand over a card. Charges under this policy typically run $65–$780, and the notice window is the single most important clause to confirm at booking.
The numbers below are for planning. Verify the current amount with the location you intend to book.
- Typical range
- $65–$780
- U.S. median
- $69 per cut
- Applies to
- Women's haircut
- Last reviewed
- August 2026
The short version
- $65–$780 is the working range for Salon Package vs Single Service, from 21 documented amounts.
- The full documented set spans $15–$3,500 once fees and add-ons are counted.
- The U.S. national median for women's haircut is $69 per cut.
- Add about 25% to any menu price for sales tax and gratuity.
- Maintained every 10 weeks, the annual cost is roughly $414.
- The largest single variable is notice window — cancellation windows run from 12 to 48 hours.
Published prices from official sources
These 21 lines come from published sources and are grouped by what they actually are. Folding fees into a service list is how misleading "average" figures get made, so they are kept apart here.
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12-facial package | $65–$780 | $422.50 | $715 | Glowbar |
| 9-facial package | $72.22–$650 | $361.11 | $577.78 | Glowbar |
| Premium grooming planning ceiling | $75 | $75 | — | ManCave for Men |
| 6-facial package | $76.50–$459 | $267.75 | $382.50 | Glowbar |
| 3-facial package | $80.67–$242 | $161.34 | $161.33 | Glowbar |
| Diva package | $99.95 | $99.95 | — | Sweet & Sassy |
| Six-session spray package | $179 | $179 | — | Official advertised package |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO membership product credit | $15 | $15 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men; Published monthly product credit |
| Monthly equivalent of $400/year | $33.33 | $33.33 | — | The Gents Place |
| CEO membership service credit | $50 | $50 | — | Boardroom Salon for Men; Published monthly service credit |
| Monthly membership | $99.99 | $99.99 | — | Moxie Salon and Beauty Bar |
| Monthly equivalent of $2,365/year | $197.08 | $197.08 | — | The Gents Place |
| 3-course annual membership | $400–$1,600 | $1,000 | $1,200 | The Gents Place |
| 7-course annual membership | $835–$2,365 | $1,600 | $1,530 | The Gents Place |
| Ten Year membership annual | $889.99 | $889.99 | — | Scissors & Scotch — Ballston |
| Fifteen Year membership annual | $1,199.99 | $1,199.99 | — | Scissors & Scotch — Ballston |
| Twenty-Five Year membership annual | $1,499.99 | $1,499.99 | — | Scissors & Scotch — Ballston |
| Line | Published | Midpoint | Spread | What it covers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting published deposit | $100 | $100 | — | Habit Salon |
| Color deposit | $495–$895 | $695 | $400 | Habit Salon |
| Haircut deposit | $695 | $695 | — | Habit Salon |
| Highest published deposit example | $3,500 | $3,500 | — | Habit Salon |
A single location's menu proves nothing about the chain. Confirm at the location you book.
What the same service costs across the U.S. market
Use this as a sanity check. Where a quote falls outside these bands, ask what is included before you assume it is a bad deal — scope differences explain most outliers.
| Service | Market low | National median | Market high | Unit | What drives it |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Women's haircut | $28 | $69 | $140 | per cut | Typically includes consultation, shampoo and a finish style. |
| All-over single-process colour | $65 | $105 | $190 | per service | All-over root-to-tip or root retouch on virgin hair. |
| Gel manicure | $30 | $45 | $70 | per service | Cured colour; removal is often a separate charge. |
| Brazilian wax | $45 | $62 | $100 | per service | Full removal; first-timer offers are common. |
| Classic lash full set | $100 | $155 | $250 | full set | One extension per natural lash. |
Market ranges are planning estimates compiled from published U.S. pricing data. They are not quotes and are not attributable to any brand named on this page.
Where you live changes the price more than anything else
Location is normally the largest single variable. The national median for women's haircut is $69; the same appointment can land near $48 in a small market and $121 in a top-tier metro. That is a 2.5× spread on an identical service name.
| Market tier | Planning range | Multiplier | Example markets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 - highest-cost metros | $93–$121 | 1.35–1.75× | Manhattan, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington DC, Miami Beach |
| Tier 2 - large metros | $76–$91 | 1.10–1.32× | Chicago, Los Angeles suburbs, Denver, Austin, Atlanta, San Diego, Portland |
| Tier 3 - mid-size metros | $65–$76 | 0.94–1.10× | Columbus, Kansas City, Charlotte, Nashville, Phoenix, Indianapolis |
| Tier 4 - small metro and rural | $48–$64 | 0.70–0.93× | Smaller cities, county seats and rural markets |
Your own market may sit between tiers. The point is the 2.5x spread, not the exact figure in any one row.
Where the extra money goes
Ask about these when you book, not at checkout. Each is easier to decline before you arrive than mid-appointment.
- Card on filechanges the contract, not the price
Booking platforms enforce policies automatically.
- Deposit treatment+25–100%
Deposits may apply to the balance or be forfeited.
- Notice windowchanges the contract, not the price
Cancellation windows run from 12 to 48 hours.
- Charge basis+25–100%
Some policies bill a flat fee, others a percentage of the service.
Related cost breakdowns: Tanning Package Cost, Single Process Color Cost and Single Tanning Session Cost.
Tipping: the numbers rather than the etiquette
Percentages are hard to judge in the moment. Below they are converted into actual dollars at the low, middle and high end of the national range.
| Gratuity rate | On $28 | On $69 | On $140 | When it applies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15% | $4.20 | $10.35 | $21 | Standard for a satisfactory service |
| 18% | $5.04 | $12.42 | $25.20 | Common default in mid-size and large metros |
| 20% | $5.60 | $13.80 | $28 | Typical for a stylist you intend to rebook with |
| 25% | $7 | $17.25 | $35 | Reserved for complex colour, long appointments or a rescue job |
- Assistants who shampoo or rinse are often tipped separately, normally a few dollars.
- At a resort or hotel spa, see whether a service charge is included before adding another tip.
- On a $69 service, the gap between an 18% and a 20% tip is $1.38. It matters less than whether you tip at all.
- Tip the same on a redo as on the original if the redo was not the provider's fault - and speak to management rather than the provider if it was.
The expensive errors, ranked
These are the ones that generate complaints. All of them are fixed by a single question asked before the service starts rather than after.
- 1Not reading the notice window before entering a cardcosts $25–$100
Windows range from 12 to 48 hours.
- 2Assuming a deposit applies to the balancecosts $25–$100
Some deposits are forfeited rather than credited.
If you want the policy detail behind these: What Is A Salon Service Package and Best Tanning Package For Special Events.
Exactly what to ask when you book
Read these out. The whole thing takes a minute or two and it is the gap between a quote and a surprise. The final question matters most — a written quote settles any dispute at checkout.
- "Is there a first-visit offer or a package rate I should know about?"
- "Do you take a deposit, and does it come off the final balance?"
- "Is a shampoo, blow-dry or finish included in that price, or billed on a separate line?"
- "Can you email or text me the quote before my appointment?"
- "Which provider tier is that quote for, and what does the next tier up cost?"
- "What is your cancellation window, and what is the charge if I miss it?"
- "What add-ons do you normally recommend for this service, and what does each cost?"
Finally: get the quote in writing. A text or email costs the salon nothing and removes any argument at checkout.
From menu price to what you actually hand over
Work it forwards once and you will never be caught out again. A $387 service does not cost $387.
| Line | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base service | $387 | The line you see on the menu |
| One typical add-on | $93 | Accepted at the chair without a stated price |
| Subtotal | $480 | Before tax and gratuity |
| Sales tax at 7.2% | $34.56 | Varies by state and city; services are taxable in some states only |
| Gratuity at 20% | $96 | Calculated on the service, not on tax |
| Sensible total | $610.56 | 58% above the menu price |
Illustrative. The 7.2% tax figure varies by state - several states do not tax personal services at all.
Plan for the total, not the base. The $224 gap between the two is the part people forget when comparing two salons.
You can run the numbers for your own service rather than doing this by hand.
Annual cost of ownership
A single $69 appointment is easy to justify. Maintained every 10 weeks, women's haircut becomes a $414 annual commitment at the national median — and that is the number worth deciding on.
| Provider level | Each visit | Visits/yr | Service spend | Gratuity | Annual total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget provider | $28 | 5 | $140 | $28 | $168 |
| National median | $69 | 5 | $345 | $69 | $414 |
| Premium provider | $140 | 5 | $700 | $140 | $840 |
Gratuity is included at 20% because it is expected rather than optional. Strip it out if you budget gratuity on a separate line.
The lever most people reach for - switching salons - is typically the weakest one. Moving from the $69 median to the $28 budget end saves $246 annually, but so does just stretching the interval by a quarter.
Where else to look
The helpful comparison is like-for-like: same service scope, same provider tier, same market. These pages set the comparisons up that way.
What people want to know before booking
What is the real price of Salon Package vs Single Service?
Budget $65–$780. That is based on 21 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the spread between the lowest and highest line here is $3,485.
What does ceo membership product credit cost?
Documented at $15 for ceo membership product credit. Boardroom Salon for Men; Published monthly product credit. Figures of this kind are re-checked on a schedule and can change without warning.
Monthly equivalent of $400/year: what is the published amount?
Documented at $33.33 for monthly equivalent of $400/year. The Gents Place. Published lines like this are verified periodically and can move without warning.
How much is ceo membership service credit?
CEO membership service credit: $50 as published. Boardroom Salon for Men; Published monthly service credit. Compare that against the $69 U.S. median for women's haircut before deciding whether it is competitive.
12-facial package: what is the published amount?
$65 at the low end, $780 at the top. Glowbar. Against the $69 U.S. median for women's haircut, the upper end of this band is above the national midpoint.
Is the menu price the final price?
Expect about $536 on a $422 booking. Tax and gratuity alone add close to $114, and that is with no upgrades.
How much will I spend on this in annually?
At every 10 weeks - about 5 visits annually - the annual figure is roughly $414 including gratuity at the $69 national median. Dropping to 4 visits saves around $104.
Why do Salon Package vs Single Service quotes vary so much?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $69 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $48 in a small market and up to $121 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
Can I book at these prices?
Treat them as a well-sourced starting point. Documented amounts come from the listed sources and market bands are national estimates - neither can be booked at. Last checked August 2026.
Sources and how we checked them
Brand-specific amounts on this page come from the pages below. A source covering one location is not used as evidence of a national price, and market ranges are labelled on a separate line.
- Chattanooga official service and Wax Pass pricesExact single-service and Wax Pass prices · updated 2026
- Official pricing and specialsIntro offers · updated 2026
- Official membershipMembership inclusions · updated 2026
- Atlanta Buckhead official service and Wax Pass pricesPrecise single-service and Wax Pass prices · updated 2026
- Official service packagesBuy 3 get 1 free · updated 2026
- Washington DC Dupont Circle official pricesPrecise single-service and Wax Pass prices · updated 2026
- Official facial packagesMulti-facial package prices and effective per-service cost · updated 2026
- Parker Colorado official pricingMembership tier prices and startup-fee conditions · updated 2026
- Official FAQStarting membership and price variation · updated 2026
- Official membership storeMonthly and annual prices · updated 2026
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Frequently asked questions
What is the real price of Salon Package vs Single Service?
Budget $65–$780. That is based on 21 documented amounts rather than one quote, which matters because the gap between the lowest and highest line here is $3,485.
What does ceo membership product credit cost?
Documented at $15 for ceo membership product credit. Boardroom Salon for Men; Published monthly product credit. Figures of this kind are re-checked on a schedule and can change without warning.
Monthly equivalent of $400/year: what is the published amount?
Documented at $33.33 for monthly equivalent of $400/year. The Gents Place. Published lines like this are verified periodically and can move without warning.
How much is ceo membership service credit?
CEO membership service credit: $50 as published. Boardroom Salon for Men; Published monthly service credit. Compare that against the $69 U.S. median for women's haircut before deciding whether it is competitive.
12-facial package: what is the published amount?
$65 at the low end, $780 at the top. Glowbar. Against the $69 U.S. median for women's haircut, the upper end of this band is above the national midpoint.
Is the menu price the final price?
Expect about $536 on a $422 booking. Tax and gratuity alone add close to $114, and that is with no upgrades.
How much will I spend on this in per year?
At every 10 weeks - about 5 visits per year - the annual figure is roughly $414 including gratuity at the $69 national median. Dropping to 4 visits saves around $104.
Why do Salon Package vs Single Service quotes vary so much?
Rent, wages and local demand set the menu. Scaling the $69 national median by published metro multipliers gives about $48 in a small market and up to $121 in a top-tier metro - before provider tier is considered.
Can I book at these prices?
Treat them as a well-sourced starting point. Documented amounts come from the listed sources and market bands are national estimates - neither can be booked at. Last checked August 2026.
Last reviewed . Prices change without notice — report a correction.