The number of hairdressing and Beauty Salons has increased in quantity and in quality all over the coast in the last few years. Especially to cater to the large foreign community that has bought property on the Costa del Sol.
 
For many people who divide their time between being abroad and Andalucia the choice is often to visit a local salon on the Costa del Sol instead of paying the high prices of Northern Europe. While the prices vary depending on the particular hairdressing salon, there is a vast range to choose from in Andalucia.
 
Along the Costa del Sol, and particularly in the main towns, such as Marbella, Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Fuengirola, etc. not only will you find English speaking hairdressers, but also Danish, German, French and so on.
 
The standards have also improved in the Spanish sector and different training courses are more accessible for young people who choose this career path.
 
As with most personal services it is advisable to check out the hairdressers before booking, especially if you are going for a major change or want to look good for a special occasion. As always, talking to someone who knows the area and asking for a recommendation is also a good approach.
 
Some of the hairdresser in the Marbella and Puerto Banus can be expensive. This maybe due to their higher costs as opposed to higher quality of some of the more modest establishments. Also, some of the coastal hotels, Spas and Golf Hotels have a hair and beauty salon. As with most hotel services, expect to pay more for the convenience of not leaving the hotel.
 
If you prefer to look good and also pay more competitive prices, then there are some excellent salons to choose from. On the Costa del sol most properties in the town will be only minutes from a haridressers.