Prices vary by city (NYC/LA premium, smaller markets less), stylist experience, and what's included. A "basic" install might just mean putting the wig on. A "custom" install includes bleaching knots, plucking the hairline, cutting the lace, styling, and sometimes a protein treatment for the wig hair. Always ask what's included before booking.
A professional install costs $60–120 and lasts 1–2 weeks. That's $250–500/month if you go weekly. Learning to install your own wig — which takes practice but is not difficult — eliminates that recurring cost entirely. The supplies (adhesive, tape, scalp protector, remover) cost about $20–30/month. That's a potential savings of $200–400/month for DIY installers. If you wear wigs regularly, learning to install your own is one of the highest-ROI skills you can develop. Get a pro install once to see how it should look and feel. Then learn to replicate it at home.
Whether you DIY or go pro, a good wig deserves a good install. We'll help you find the wig. The install skills — or the stylist — are up to you.
