Haircut in Houston, TX
A good haircut in Houston starts with a stylist who looks at your hair type and your daily routine before cutting. At Magnolia & Main in the Heights, women’s cuts start at $75 and men’s cuts at $45. Your stylist talks first and cuts second.
Who a salon cut is for
- Your hair is thick, fine, curly or wavy and a clipper cut has not worked
- You want a shape that still looks good on day four
- You are growing out a cut and need it shaped, not chopped
- You want layers, bangs or a bob that fits your face
- You are changing your look for a new job or a big event
- You want a cut and a quick style at the end
- You want a men’s scissor cut with a taper
How your cut goes
- 1ConsultYour stylist looks at your hair, your part and how you style it, and asks what you want.
- 2ShampooA short wash with a neck massage so the hair cuts clean.
- 3CutYour stylist cuts to a plan, checking the shape from several angles.
- 4StyleA blow-dry and quick style so you can see the finished shape.
- 5Plan the next oneYour stylist suggests when to come back, and you can book it before you leave.
Haircut prices in Houston
Price rises with stylist level and hair length.
Scissor or clipper, with a wash at many salons.
Usually under age 12.
Cut and style with a consult.
Typical Houston ranges for planning. Your written price comes after we see the job.
What changes the price
- Stylist level: senior stylists usually cost more.
- Hair length and thickness.
- Whether a wash and blow-dry are included.
- Bangs or a fringe trim add a small fee at some salons.
- Neighborhood: Heights, River Oaks and Uptown salons often cost more than the suburbs.
Good to know in Houston
Houston humidity changes how a cut falls. Layers can puff up and straight hair can go flat by lunch. Ask your stylist to cut for humidity, and to show you how to style it on a damp day.
Texas requires stylists to hold a TDLR cosmetology license and the salon to hold a TDLR establishment license. Tools are cleaned and disinfected between guests.
Questions about cuts and styling
How much is a haircut in Houston?
Women’s cuts in Houston usually run about $50 to $120 and men’s about $30 to $65. Ours start at $75 and $45.
How often should I get a haircut?
Most people go every 6 to 10 weeks. Shorter or layered cuts do better every 6 to 8 weeks.
Do I need to wash my hair before I come?
No. Your stylist washes it. Just come with it clean enough to style.
Can I bring a photo?
Yes. A photo helps. Your stylist will tell you what will work with your hair.