Why Haircuts Are So Expensive

Kendra Aarhus is About.com's Guide to Women's Hairstyles. She's an actual hairstylist which puts her in an elite league all of her own, because while I write about hair and hairstyling, I don't actually do it, except my own of course. Kendra does, so she can weigh in on all the nitty-gritty questions you might have about your own hair. Check out her Website here.

This week, Kendra writes about a fascinating topic: "Why are Haircuts so Expensive." I just had to share her article with you guys because there seems to be a bit of backlash out there towards tipping salon owners. One of the most commented upon blog posts on my site is "Weigh In: I'm a Salon Owner & My Clients Don't Tip." Many of the commenters are actually furious times have changed and they are expected to tip a shop owner and stylists in general. I figure, if you know how much it costs to run a salon, maybe you'd change your mind.

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23 Ways to Save on Haircuts, Hair Color and Hair Products

As the economy slowly recovers, you still may find yourself wanting to save money here and there.

I've compiled all my cost-saving tips when it comes to haircuts, hair color and hair products in this article, How to Save on Haircuts, Hair Color and Hair Products.

Find out how to trim your own bangs, which shampoos give you the most bang for your buck and how to find a fancy salon haircut at a not-so-fancy price.

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Long Haircuts for Wavy Hair

No doubt Kate Hudson has some help here from extensions. But if you have thick, wavy hair, you too can have this look. Smooth out the crown before sculpting the ends. Get this look with a wide-barreled curling iron.

Make sure to get ends trimmed often so you don't show off a head full of split ends.

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