Scotland regional pricing

How Much Does a Hairdresser Cost in Angus?

Updated prices for . Angus prices are typically at the national average.

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Price summary

Angus Price Summary

Service Low Average High
Women's Cut & Blow Dry £35 £55 £80
Men's Haircut £10 £20 £30
Children's Haircut £10 £15 £20

Prices include labour and materials. VAT may apply. Based on Scotland regional pricing.

Full pricing

All Hairdresser Prices in Angus

Angus is in Scotland and hairdresser costs here are in line with the national average. Prices are based on real regional wage data from the Office for National Statistics.

All prices include materials and labour unless stated otherwise. Prices verified 2026

Women's Cut & Blow Dry

Low

£35

Average

£55

High

£80

45-75 minutes

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A wash, precision cut and blow dry finish for women. The most common salon appointment, covering everything from a simple trim to a restyle. Prices vary enormously depending on the salon's location, the stylist's experience level and whether you're seeing a junior, senior or creative director. London and city centre salons charge significantly more than high street salons in smaller towns.

~93% labour, ~7% materials

What affects the price

  • Stylist experience level (junior, senior stylist or creative director)
  • Salon location (London and city centres charge a premium)
  • Hair length and thickness
  • Whether a restyle consultation is needed vs a simple trim

Men's Haircut

Low

£10

Average

£20

High

£30

20-40 minutes

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A standard men's cut at a barber or salon, including clipper work and scissor finishing. Most barbers offer a wash and style as part of the price. Traditional barbers at the lower end, modern barber shops with beard trims and hot towel finishes at the higher end. Walk-in barbers are typically cheaper than appointment-based stylists.

~90% labour, ~10% materials

What affects the price

  • Barber shop vs salon (salons tend to charge more)
  • Walk-in vs appointment-based service
  • Whether a wash is included
  • Location (London barbers typically start at £18-£25)

Children's Haircut

Low

£10

Average

£15

High

£20

15-30 minutes

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A haircut for children, usually defined as under 12 or under 16 depending on the salon. Shorter appointment time and simpler styles than adult cuts. Some salons and barbers have a flat rate for kids, while specialist children's salons with entertainment and themed chairs charge more. Most places will do a dry cut for younger children who won't sit still for a wash.

~86% labour, ~14% materials

What affects the price

  • Age of the child (under 5s may be quicker but harder to manage)
  • Whether the salon specialises in children's cuts
  • Wet cut vs dry cut
  • Whether entertainment or distraction is provided

Full Head Colour

Low

£60

Average

£100

High

£150

1.5-2.5 hours

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A permanent or semi-permanent colour applied to the entire head. Covers grey hair or creates an all-over colour change. Includes application, development time, rinse and blow dry. Root touch-ups (regrowth only) cost less than a full head application. Prices depend heavily on hair length and the product range used, with premium brands like Wella Koleston or L'Oreal Majirel costing more.

~72% labour, ~28% materials

What affects the price

  • Hair length and thickness (more product needed for long thick hair)
  • Product brand and quality (budget vs premium colour lines)
  • Whether it's a full application or root touch-up only
  • Colour correction if switching from a very different shade

Half Head Highlights

Low

£60

Average

£85

High

£120

1.5-2.5 hours

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Highlights or lowlights applied to the top section and sides of the hair, leaving the underneath natural. Creates a natural sun-kissed look without the cost of a full head. Foils are placed through the crown and around the face. A popular maintenance option between full head highlight appointments. Includes toner, rinse and blow dry.

~76% labour, ~24% materials

What affects the price

  • Hair length and thickness
  • Number of foils and sections highlighted
  • Whether a toner is included (most salons include it)
  • Stylist's experience and salon tier

Full Head Highlights

Low

£90

Average

£130

High

£180

2-3.5 hours

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Highlights or lowlights applied throughout the entire head using foils or a cap. Creates an all-over lightened or multi-tonal effect. More foils and more product than a half head, with longer application and development time. Includes a toner to neutralise brassiness, rinse and blow dry. Blonde highlights on dark hair may require multiple sessions.

~78% labour, ~22% materials

What affects the price

  • Hair length, thickness and density
  • Starting colour (dark hair needs more lightening sessions)
  • Whether multiple tones or a single highlight colour is used
  • Salon location and stylist level

Balayage / Ombre

Low

£100

Average

£150

High

£200

2-3.5 hours

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A freehand colouring technique where colour is painted onto the hair for a natural, graduated look. Balayage means the colour is swept on without foils, creating softer, less uniform highlights. Ombre is a gradual fade from dark roots to lighter ends. Both techniques grow out more naturally than traditional foil highlights, meaning fewer salon visits. A toner is usually applied after to perfect the final shade.

~80% labour, ~20% materials

What affects the price

  • Hair length (long hair requires significantly more product and time)
  • Starting colour vs desired result (bigger contrast = more work)
  • Whether a root shadow or melt is included
  • Stylist specialism (balayage-specialist stylists charge a premium)

Blow Dry / Styling

Low

£25

Average

£35

High

£50

30-45 minutes

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A professional wash and blow dry without a cut. Popular before events, nights out or as a weekly treat. Includes a shampoo and conditioner, then blow drying with a round brush into a smooth, bouncy or volumised finish. Curling or straightening with heated tools may be an additional charge at some salons. A blow dry bar or express salon will be at the cheaper end.

~89% labour, ~11% materials

What affects the price

  • Hair length and thickness
  • Whether heated styling tools (curling tong, straighteners) are used
  • Blow dry bar vs full-service salon
  • Whether it's a special occasion style (e.g. updo costs more)

Keratin Treatment

Low

£100

Average

£175

High

£250

2-3 hours

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A smoothing treatment that coats the hair in keratin protein and is sealed with heat from straightening irons. Reduces frizz, adds shine and makes hair more manageable for 2-4 months. Also known as a Brazilian blow dry. The treatment is applied section by section and ironed in at high heat. Results depend on hair type and the specific product used. Not suitable for very fine or damaged hair.

~69% labour, ~31% materials

What affects the price

  • Hair length and thickness (long thick hair uses more product)
  • Brand of keratin treatment used (some are formaldehyde-free, which costs more)
  • Whether it's a full keratin or a lighter express treatment
  • How long the results last (typically 8-16 weeks)

Hair Extensions (Tape-In)

Low

£200

Average

£350

High

£500

1.5-2.5 hours

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Tape-in hair extensions using wefts of real or synthetic hair attached with adhesive tape near the roots. Adds length, volume or both. Tape-ins are one of the least damaging extension methods and can be reused when moved up. The cost of the hair itself makes up the majority of the price. Human hair extensions cost significantly more than synthetic but look and feel more natural and can be heat styled.

~43% labour, ~57% materials

What affects the price

  • Quality of hair (human Remy hair vs synthetic)
  • Number of wefts needed (half head vs full head)
  • Hair length desired (longer extensions cost more)
  • Maintenance appointments for moving up (every 6-8 weeks, £50-£100)

Wedding Hair Styling

Low

£80

Average

£150

High

£250

1-2 hours

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Professional hair styling for a bride on the wedding day, typically at the venue or at home. Includes a pre-wedding trial (usually charged separately at £40-£80) to agree the style. Common styles include updos, half-up half-down, braided styles and loose curls. The price is for the wedding day styling only. Bridesmaid hair is usually charged per person at a reduced rate. Travel charges may apply.

~87% labour, ~13% materials

What affects the price

  • Complexity of the style (simple curls vs intricate updo)
  • Whether a trial is included in the price or charged separately
  • Travel distance to the venue
  • Number of bridesmaids and additional people to style

Beard Trim (Barber)

Low

£10

Average

£15

High

£20

10-20 minutes

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A professional beard shape and trim at a barber shop, using clippers and scissors to tidy the beard line, cheeks and neckline. A basic tidy-up is at the lower end, while a full beard sculpt with hot towel and beard oil is at the top end. Many barbers offer a beard trim as an add-on to a haircut at a discounted rate. Straight razor edge-ups for a clean line cost slightly more.

~85% labour, ~15% materials

What affects the price

  • Whether it's a standalone appointment or add-on to a haircut
  • Beard length and style complexity
  • Whether a hot towel and beard oil finish is included
  • Straight razor line-up vs clipper trim only

Step by step

What's Involved in Hiring a Hairdresser

1

Choose a Salon or Mobile Hairdresser

High street salons are the most common option, but mobile hairdressers come to your home and often charge less due to lower overheads. Salon prices vary hugely depending on location, reputation and stylist level. A junior stylist at a local salon might charge half the price of a creative director at a city centre salon for the same cut.

2

Book a Consultation

For colour changes, major restyling or if you are a new client, most salons offer a free consultation. This is especially important for colour work where the hairdresser needs to assess your current hair condition, discuss realistic expectations and plan the process. Some colour transformations need multiple sessions, and a consultation prevents surprises with the final bill.

3

Understand the Pricing Structure

Haircuts are usually a flat rate based on stylist level, while colour services are priced by technique and hair length. A root touch-up costs less than a full head colour. Highlights are priced as half head or full head. Treatments like keratin smoothing are charged on top. Always ask for a total price upfront, including toner and blow dry, so there are no surprises at the till.

4

What to Expect at Your Appointment

Your stylist will start with a quick chat about what you want, then wash your hair. For colour appointments, colour is applied first with development time (20 to 45 minutes sitting with colour on), followed by a rinse, cut if included, and blow dry. A cut and blow dry appointment takes around 45 to 75 minutes. Colour appointments can run to 2 to 3 hours.

5

Aftercare Advice

Your hairdresser should explain how to maintain your new style or colour at home. Coloured hair benefits from colour-safe shampoo to prevent fading. Highlights may need a purple shampoo to keep brassiness at bay. Your stylist may recommend products, but you are not obliged to buy them from the salon.

6

Rebooking Frequency

Most haircuts need refreshing every 6 to 8 weeks, though short styles may need attention every 4 weeks. Root colour regrowth shows at around 4 to 6 weeks. Balayage and highlights can be stretched to 10 to 12 weeks because they grow out more naturally. Many salons offer a rebooking discount if you book your next appointment before you leave.

Regional comparison

How Angus Compares

Average cost of women's cut & blow dry across regions.

Angus
avg £55
National Average
baseline £55
London
+24% £70

Local insights

What Affects Hairdresser Costs in Angus?

Scotland's housing stock includes distinctive tenement flats, Victorian and Georgian terraces, post-war council builds and modern developments. Angus has a range of property types and ages that can affect the scope and cost of work, with many properties featuring older infrastructure, particularly in tenement buildings. With a population of null, Angus is a area where hairdresser costs are close to the national average. These older properties often present challenges for hairdresser work — for example, men's haircut here averages around £20.

Scotland sits below the national average for most trade costs. Labour rates in Angus are around 0% above the UK average. In Angus, local demand for hairdresser services varies depending on the mix of residential and commercial properties in the area. With fewer tradespeople based locally, you may find slightly less choice, and it is worth booking ahead for larger jobs. More remote areas may have fewer options and longer wait times. Prices still vary by 30-50% between different tradespeople, making multiple quotes essential.

Properties in Angus present some specific challenges for hairdresser work. Scottish tenement flats often have communal arrangements that complicate access. Older stone-built properties have thick walls that make certain work more difficult. A common job like women's cut & blow dry costs around £55 in Angus, while hair extensions (tape-in) ranges from £200 to £500. As a area that is close to the national average, Angus is fairly typical for Scottish hairdresser pricing. The Scottish climate can also affect timing and approach for certain jobs.

When getting quotes in Angus, aim for at least three from different qualified professionals. Ask each one to visit and assess the work rather than quoting over the phone. A good hairdresser will check existing conditions, identify potential complications, and provide a clear cost breakdown. With fewer tradespeople based locally, you may find slightly less choice, and it is worth booking ahead for larger jobs. Be wary of quotes that seem significantly cheaper — they may be cutting corners on materials or quality. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews.

Depending on the work involved, you may also need cosmetic dentistry (£300–£800), dentist (£25–£25), or wedding photography (£1,000–£3,000) in Angus.

Common questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about hairdresser costs in Angus.

How often should I get my hair cut?
For most styles, a trim every 6-8 weeks keeps the shape looking fresh. Short styles may need cutting every 4-6 weeks. If you are growing your hair out, you can stretch to 8-12 weeks, but regular trims still help remove split ends and keep the hair healthy.
What is a balayage and how is it different from highlights?
Balayage is a freehand technique where colour is painted onto the hair for a natural, sun-kissed effect. Traditional highlights use foils to create more uniform, defined streaks. Balayage grows out more naturally and requires less frequent maintenance, making it a popular low-upkeep option.
Should I wash my hair before going to the hairdresser?
For a cut and blow dry, it does not matter much as the hairdresser will wash your hair. For colouring, many hairdressers prefer slightly unwashed hair (1-2 days) as the natural oils help protect the scalp. If in doubt, ask your stylist when you book.
Why do hairdressers charge different prices for men and women?
Women haircuts typically take longer, involve more technique (layering, blending, styling) and use more products. Many salons are moving towards pricing based on hair length and service complexity rather than gender. If you have very short hair, ask if the salon offers a shorter hair rate.
How much should a haircut cost in the UK?
A women's cut and blow dry typically costs £35 to £80, with the average around £55. Men's haircuts range from £12 to £30, averaging around £20. Prices vary significantly by location, with London salons charging 30% to 50% more than the national average. A senior stylist or creative director will charge more than a junior stylist for the same service.
Do hairdressers charge more for long hair?
For cuts, most salons charge a flat rate regardless of hair length, though some now use tiered pricing for short, medium and long hair. For colour services, long hair almost always costs more because it requires significantly more product and application time. A full head colour on long thick hair can cost 30% to 50% more than on a short bob.
How much should I tip my hairdresser?
Tipping is not compulsory in the UK, but it is appreciated. A tip of 10% to 15% is standard if you are happy with the result. For a £55 cut and blow dry, that is around £5 to £8. If multiple people worked on your hair (a colourist and a stylist), you can split the tip between them. Many salons now accept tips by card as well as cash.
What is the difference between a mobile hairdresser and a salon?
A mobile hairdresser comes to your home, which is convenient if you have young children, limited mobility or simply prefer the comfort of home. Mobile hairdressers often charge 10% to 20% less than salons because they have no rent or overheads. However, salons typically offer a wider range of services, better lighting and access to professional-grade equipment like backwash basins.
How long do highlights take?
A half head of highlights typically takes 1.5 to 2.5 hours including application, development time, toner, rinse and blow dry. A full head takes 2 to 3.5 hours. Balayage can take a similar amount of time. If you are having highlights plus a cut, expect to be in the salon for 2 to 3 hours for a half head or up to 4 hours for a full head.
Is it worth paying more for an expensive salon?
More expensive salons generally offer more experienced stylists, better quality products and a more comfortable environment. For a simple trim, you may not notice a huge difference. But for colour work, complex cuts or if you have difficult hair, an experienced stylist at a reputable salon can make a significant difference to the result. Check reviews and ask to see examples of their work before booking.
How much does a hairdresser cost in Angus in 2026?
Women's Cut & Blow Dry in Angus typically costs between £35 and £80, with the average being around £55. Prices vary depending on the scope of work, materials used, and the specific requirements of your property.
Are hairdresser prices cheaper in Angus than London?
Angus prices are 0% above the national average, though still £15 cheaper than London for women's cut & blow dry.
How do I find a good hairdresser in Angus?
Get at least three quotes from different tradespeople, check recent reviews, and ask whether the quote includes VAT and everything you need. A detailed written quote that breaks down all costs is a good sign. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews before hiring.
What affects hairdresser prices in Angus?
The main factors are the scope and complexity of what you need, the options and products chosen, and local market rates. Angus rates are at the national average. Getting multiple quotes is the best way to ensure a fair price.
Do hairdresser prices include materials in Angus?
The prices shown on this page include all typical costs. However, when getting real quotes, always confirm what is and isn't included. Some tradespeople break out costs separately, while others give an all-in price. Ask for a detailed breakdown before agreeing to any work.