The Scout handbook

Make sense of the menu before you book.

Head-spa names are not standardized. These guides focus on the practical differences that affect your hair, time and total cost.

Original directory research

See what U.S. head-spa menus actually document

Explore current evidence coverage for published prices, duration, drying, scalp analysis, service format and online booking.

Start here

Learn what a head spa is, the common steps in wet and dry services, what may be included, and what to ask before your first appointment.

Booking guide

Compare head spas by service type, practitioner experience, hygiene, products, drying, pricing and hair-type fit before you book.

Price guide

See what affects head-spa prices and appointment length, including service type, hands-on time, add-ons, hair drying and styling.

Service comparison

Compare wet and dry head-spa services by water use, cleansing, massage, hair finish, appointment time and questions to ask before booking.

Hair-fit guide

Questions to ask before booking a head spa for curls, coils, locs, braids, extensions, wigs or chemically treated hair.

Save this checklist

Prepare for your first appointment with a checklist covering service type, hair prep, products, sensitivities, drying, price and aftercare.