Hairdressing - dry cut price increase

Yes, my husband has to have his hair washed now, as well as cut, when he goes to his hairdresser. Safety on account of Covid19.

You cannot really blame the hairdresser for including the cost in what she or he charges. After all, it costs more in warm water, shampoo and time.

How does a dry cut have anything do with covid, thats taking it a bit far cant see how cutting hair can put you at risk? Have they explained this? Can you not go with your hair wet yourself to cut that extra cost?

I don’t think any hairdressers near me did ladies dry cuts pre covid, only for men and children.Don’t know if the situation has changed,

I just got a text from my hairdresser asking if I want an appointment on April 16th. I hope I don't get told off for chopping away at my fringe. I’m getting my eyebrows tinted as well so I will feel more civilised when both jobs are done.

I agree

tell me something, anything, that hasn`t increased in price then?

You're a funny lot with your dry cuts! For me, the absolute best part of going to a hairdresser is having someone give it a fabulous wash AND a head massage. Bliss - and worth every last pound!

My husband also used to have a dry cut but had to have it washed at the sink after the first lockdown. We were told that it was due to rules from their association and they posted a copy online.
We have our next appointment booked and I can't wait, although I have to have a new colour test, also a rule from the association.
Supernanauna1 could maybe start using a mobile hairdresser? Then you could wash your hair at home yourself and it would be much cheaper too.

I have dry cuts and am not expecting my hairdresser to insist on washing my hair. I want to be in the hairdressers as short a time as possible.

where i go he no longer does washes.
i think it is to have the customer in and out quickly.
but some people sound so mean, about prices increases, and i have never heard of not usually tipping a hairdresser.
why wouldn't you, unless you literally have no change, or there has been a falling-out, or are you in a country where it is not done.

I have my hair cut in a shopping centre where there is a sort of enclosure with space for 3 hairdressers . There are no facilities for hair washing so it has to be a dry cut. They charge about £8 for a average cut/trim.

My hairdresser has added £3 to her prices to cover PPE, fewer clients allowed due to social distancing between chairs, etc.
I thought it was reasonable in the circumstances considering the time they have been closed and lost so much business.
And I would always add a tip - and as I haven't a clue how to manage my hair, it's worth every penny!

Yes me too Paperbackwriter!!

Our local shopping mall has one of the kiosks set up as a hairdresser, they have no plumbing, they just sprayed my hair before covid, Don't know what they will be doing now.

I've recently had a dry cut. Cost £22. She only cut the back and the fringe. I'll have another one next year now. Only went because the back was such a mess. Saved loads cutting and colouring my own and have no intention of going back to 6 weekly cuts

where i go, he is very particular. that is why i go there, and excellent cutting. he has all his certificates/associations/guidance displayed.
there is no requirement to wash hair on the premises.
it's up to each place whether they do or not.
just find somewhere that does what you want.
i did, by chance, last march, through not wanting to use public transport or mingle more than necessary.
and in fact it has turned out better for me.
happy hunting !

I am annoyed too because I am having to pay £10 extra, no drinks, no magazines. Covid is just an excuse to rip everyone off.

I’m like you Paperbackwriter. Love having my hair wash and massage. It feels like a feel treat and I’ve really missed it. After the first lockdown I went back to my hairdresser but discovered that she considered herself to be someone who couldn’t wear a mask or shield for health reasons. I did stay as she had the door open and only one other person in the salon but I haven’t been back. Just because she couldn’t wear a mask didn’t mean that she couldn’t have COVID and pass it on. I went somewhere else that I had been recommended and felt very safe there so that’s where I’m going back to. More expensive but then I’d rather that than catch the virus.

songstress60

I am annoyed too because I am having to pay £10 extra, no drinks, no magazines. Covid is just an excuse to rip everyone off.

well it depends what you were previously paying, but don't you recognise that hairdressers now have extra costs, and almost no income last year.
my one used to allow 15 minutes for most haircuts.
now he has to have 30 min slots, and by appt only.
no casual walk-ins. no sitting waiting inside.
so he has half the number of customers, because of all the extra cleaning involved. except he is opening longer hours.

It’s disappointing to read some of you feel you are being ‘ripped off’. I think a little more consideration would be nice for local people who are providing a personal service . The last 12 months have been very difficult for hardressers without a steady income, still paying overheads and with other financial commitments. The point about some customers (obviously not GN’s) arriving with dirty hair is a valid one.

Only thing I know about cutting dry hair is that hairdressers claim it’s harder to do a precise job. I’ve been dry-cutting mine for last year. Seems fine! Do think hairdressers are full of flannel. But we all need to make a living and feel needed in our job!

I am another ‘grumpy’ one who hates spending longer at the hairdressers than strictly necessary. Total waste of money!!?
My hairdresser is a friend now and she is of the old school where the ‘gifted’ ones cut on DRY hair. It’s a special skill and I gladly give her a tip for not cutting too much either. She finds it easier to cut on not freshly-washed hair. I hope nothing has changed at her salon when I make my next appointment!!!

Advise your hairdresser you do not wish to chat. She will probably be glad to have a break from it. It’s not obligatory. If you feel uncomfortable just say you have a hearing problem and prefer to sit quietly. Good luck

last year some hairdressers did not do wash and condition and no blow drying, i never get my hair washed as i need to use polytar shampoo for psoriasis, they usually just spray with water and cut, i will just be happy for them to cut my hair

I too dislike visiting the hairdresser. I have sparse hair and hate people messing with it. I wash it before going, then the hairdresser sprays it with water, cuts and blows it. The whole process usually takes 10 minutes, sometimes 15, and she charges £25. If it goes up after lockdown I will look for somewhere else.