Stretched Appointment Cycles Drive Seven Percent Revenue Drop for US Salons

By Erica La Sala · Beauty Independent · 2026-07-16

Beauty Independent reports that the domestic salon sector generated $8.5 billion in the first quarter, representing a 6.9% decline compared to the previous year. New data indicates that while interest in hair health remains high, clients are visiting professional stylists less fr

Beauty Independent reports that the domestic salon sector generated $8.5 billion in the first quarter, representing a 6.9% decline compared to the previous year. New data indicates that while interest in hair health remains high, clients are visiting professional stylists less fr