You may have heard the word “tariff” floating around lately …

And while it might sound like something only economists need to worry about, it’s starting to touch every corner of our daily lives, including your hair appointments.

So what are tariffs, and why might your salon visit look a little different because of them? Let’s break it down.

What Are Tariffs? (and why should you care?)

Tariffs are taxes placed on imported goods. When countries impose new tariffs or adjust existing ones, the cost of importing certain items, like professional hair color, shampoos, tools, and treatments—can go up. These additional costs eventually make their way through the supply chain and can influence what you pay at the salon.

For example, if the U.S. increases tariffs on beauty products imported from Europe or Asia (which many top professional brands come from), the prices of those products rise. Distributors raise their prices to cover the difference, and salons, in turn, face higher operating costs.

How Tariffs Are Affecting Salons

Here’s how you might see those effects show up in your appointment:

Product Pricing: That go-to smoothing treatment or your stylist’s must-have shampoo may have become more expensive to stock. Some brands may even switch ingredients or formulas to cut costs.
Service Pricing Adjustments: You may see small increases in pricing for color services, keratin treatments, or product add-ons. This isn’t about charging more—it’s about keeping your favorite high-performance products in rotation.
Stock Changes: You might notice limited availability of certain products or a switch to comparable alternatives. We’re committed to offering only top-quality replacements if we do need to pivot.
Longer Wait Times for Deliveries: Supply chain delays caused by tariffs and international shipping bottlenecks can mean we’re waiting longer for your favorite items to be restocked.

Tariffs are taxes on imported goods that can raise the cost of professional beauty products like hair color, shampoos, and tools. When tariffs increase—especially on popular brands—distributors and salons face higher expenses, which often means you’ll see those costs reflected in your salon prices.

We’ve Got You.

While the global economy can feel overwhelming, our goal is to make your salon experience as smooth, luxurious, and informed as ever. We're constantly adapting to industry changes, so you don’t have to.

Tariffs may be out of our control, but our commitment to great hair, premium service, and your overall experience stays exactly the same.

We believe in being upfront with our clients. If you have questions about pricing, products, or what’s changing behind the scenes, we’re here for honest conversations.

Hair is personal … and so is the way we run our business. Thanks for riding the wave with us and trusting us to keep you glowing through every global hiccup.