Pricing
How Much Does a Blowout Cost in Canada? (2026 Salon Price Guide)
A professional blowout — wash, condition, and a round-brush blow-dry finish — is one of the more straightforward salon services to price. There is not much that fundamentally changes the structure of the appointment. Based on publicly advertised prices collected from 64 independent Canadian businesses across 8 provinces in October 2026, standard blowout prices in Canada range from $35 to $70, with a national median of $50. The middle 50% of salons charge between $45 and $60.
This article covers professional wash-and-blowout styling. It does not cover formal updos, bridal styling, or haircuts.
Blowout prices in Canada (2026)
Prices below are drawn from publicly advertised salon menus researched across Canada in October 2026. All figures are in CAD and exclude provincial sales tax, gratuity, and optional add-ons.
| Metric | Observed value |
|---|---|
| Observed range | $35 – $70 |
| National median | $50 |
| Middle 50% (P25–P75) | $45 – $60 |
| Arithmetic mean | $52.20 |
| Businesses sampled | 64 |
| Provinces represented | 8 (ON, BC, AB, QC, NS, MB, SK, NB) |
The largest blowout sample in this batch — 64 businesses — reflects how commonly this service appears on Canadian salon menus. The middle-market band is where most established salons in the sample land.
By province
| Province | Salons sampled | Observed range | Median | Sample status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | 8 | $50 – $55 | $51 | Limited |
| British Columbia | 9 | $55 – $70 | $65 | Limited |
| Manitoba | 3 | $45 – $48 | $45 | Limited |
| New Brunswick | 21 | $35 – $55 | $45 | Sufficient |
| Nova Scotia | 3 | $45 – $50 | $45 | Limited |
| Ontario | 14 | $45 – $70 | $65 | Sufficient |
| Quebec | 4 | $35 – $50 | $47.50 | Limited |
| Saskatchewan | 2 | $45 – $45 | $45 | Limited |
British Columbia and Ontario have the highest provincial medians at $65. New Brunswick’s provincial median of $45 is below the national median of $50, consistent with the broader market structure across this province’s sample.
New Brunswick has the largest provincial sample at 21 salons — more than any other province in this dataset.
City-by-city blowout prices
| City | Province | Salons sampled | Observed range | Median | Sample status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calgary | AB | 6 | $50 – $55 | $53.50 | Sufficient |
| Edmonton | AB | 2 | $50 – $50 | $50 | Limited |
| Fredericton | NB | 7 | $35 – $55 | $45 | Sufficient |
| Halifax | NS | 3 | $45 – $50 | $45 | Limited |
| Moncton | NB | 8 | $45 – $55 | $47.50 | Sufficient |
| Montreal | QC | 3 | $35 – $50 | $50 | Limited |
| Ottawa | ON | 3 | $50 – $55 | $50 | Limited |
| Saint John | NB | 5 | $38 – $45 | $40 | Sufficient |
| Toronto | ON | 10 | $50 – $70 | $67 | Sufficient |
| Vancouver | BC | 8 | $60 – $70 | $65 | Sufficient |
| Winnipeg | MB | 3 | $45 – $48 | $45 | Limited |
Notes on the table:
- Toronto’s city median of $67 is the highest in this research and significantly above the national median of $50. The Toronto sample skews toward dedicated blow-dry bars and mid-to-premium salons.
- Vancouver’s city median of $65 reflects the province’s established higher price level for this service type.
- Saint John has a notably tighter and lower range ($38–$45, median $40) than the other two NB cities in this sample. This is the most affordable blowout market among the four sufficient-sample cities in New Brunswick.
- Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, and Winnipeg are limited samples.
New Brunswick blowout pricing
New Brunswick has the deepest provincial coverage in this research at 21 salons, with all three major cities returning sufficient city samples.
Fredericton (7 salons)
Blowout prices in Fredericton ranged from $35 to $55, with a city median of $45. The $35 low is the lowest observed blowout price in the province’s sample and reflects smaller community salons pricing at the accessible end. Browse Fredericton hair salons for current options.
Moncton and Dieppe (8 salons)
Moncton is the largest single-city sample for blowouts in this research at 8 salons. Prices ranged from $45 to $55, with a city median of $47.50. The range is tighter here than in Fredericton and starts at the national median. Find Moncton hair salons to compare current menus.
Saint John (5 salons)
Saint John returned a range of $38 to $45 and a median of $40 — the lowest city median for blowouts among all sufficient-sample cities in this research. Browse New Brunswick salon listings to compare provincial options.
What affects the blowout price
Hot tool finish. A standard blowout uses a round brush and a professional dryer to smooth and shape the hair. Adding a flat iron finish or curling iron beach waves is a separate step that takes additional time. In our sample, the documented premium for adding hot tool styling to a standard blowout was +$18, with a range of $12–$20 across businesses that itemize this separately.
Extensions handling surcharge. Blowing out hair with bonded or tape-in extensions requires extra care, more drying time, and careful detangling technique. In our sample, the documented surcharge for extensions was +$25, within a $20–$30 range. If you have bonded extensions, ask whether the standard blowout price applies or whether there is a surcharge.
Multi-session packages. Blow-dry bars frequently offer multi-session packs — typically a 4-blowout bundle — at a discount compared to single-visit pricing. In our sample, a documented 4-pack package at one Blo Blow Dry Bar location was priced at $205, at a saving of approximately 11.6% compared to the single-visit rate. Package savings across businesses in the sample ranged from 10% to 18% off the regular per-visit price. These packages are business-specific; not all salons offer them.
What is included in a standard blowout
Typically included:
- Scalp shampoo
- Conditioning treatment
- Towel dry and heat-protection application
- Round-brush blow-dry and styling
- Finished look at requested texture (straight, smooth, volume)
Typically charged separately:
- Hot tool styling (flat iron, curling iron)
- Extensions handling surcharge
- Deep conditioning treatment (often a separate menu item)
- Haircut
- Provincial sales tax (advertised prices are always pre-tax)
- Gratuity (typically 15–20%)
Blow-dry bars versus full-service salons
Blow-dry bars specialize in exactly this service — wash and blowout only, often at a dedicated station, with no colour or cutting services. Their per-visit prices are not always lower than a full-service salon, but they offer faster turnaround and multi-session packages that can reduce the per-appointment cost.
Full-service salons offer blowouts as one line item among many. The price is typically similar to a blow-dry bar’s single-visit rate.
Questions to ask before booking a blowout
- Does the price include a hot tool finish, or is that extra?
- If I have extensions, is there an additional charge for handling them?
- Is a conditioning treatment included?
- Are multi-session packages available?
- How long is the appointment scheduled for?
Frequently asked questions
How much does a blowout cost in Canada?
Based on publicly advertised prices from 64 independent businesses across 8 provinces in October 2026, standard blowout prices range from $35 to $70, with a national median of $50. The middle 50% of salons charged between $45 and $60. Toronto and Vancouver both exceed the national median; New Brunswick cities fall below it.
Is a blowout the same as a wash and blow-dry?
Functionally, yes — a blowout and a wash-and-blow-dry are the same service described with slightly different terminology. Both involve a professional shampoo followed by a round-brush or technique-based blowout. Some salons use “blowout” specifically for volumizing or smoothing styled results; ask if you want a particular finish.
Do blowout packages save money?
In our sample, 4-pack bundles offered savings of 10% to 18% compared to individual visit pricing. The exact saving depends on the business and package structure. If you book blowouts regularly, it is worth asking whether a multi-session pack is available.
Are blowout prices lower in New Brunswick?
The New Brunswick provincial median in this research was $45 — below the national median of $50. Saint John had the lowest city median in the province at $40; Moncton at $47.50; Fredericton at $45. These are real differences and reflect the province’s market structure.
Is a blow-dry included after colour services?
Not always. Many colour services include a “rinse and rough dry” but not a full round-brush blowout. If you want a styled finish after colour, confirm whether that is included in the colour price or whether a blowout will be billed separately.
About these prices
Pricing in this article was compiled from publicly advertised blowout service menus at 64 independent Canadian businesses across 14 cities in 8 provinces, researched in October 2026. Businesses were identified through first-party salon websites and verified booking platform listings. All prices are in CAD and represent advertised starting rates. Current pricing at any specific business may differ.
Actual costs vary based on:
- Whether a hot tool finish is included
- Extensions handling surcharge
- Multi-session package versus single visit
- Salon type (blow-dry bar versus full-service salon)
- Provincial sales tax (HST/GST/PST — excluded from all advertised prices)
- Gratuity (typically 15–20%)
Prices change. Always confirm the current rate directly with the salon before booking.
Browse blowout services near you or explore the salon services guide. If you are planning colour alongside a blowout, check the hair colour pricing guide for a full picture of what a colour appointment costs before the finishing step.
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Quick pricing answers
How much does a blowout cost in Canada?
Based on publicly advertised prices from 64 independent businesses across 8 provinces in October 2026, a standard blowout costs $35 to $70, with a national median of $50. The middle 50% of salons charge between $45 and $60.
Is a blowout the same as a wash and blow-dry?
Functionally, yes. Both terms usually describe a professional shampoo followed by a round-brush or technique-based blow-dry. Some salons use blowout specifically for a volumized or smoothed finish; ask if you want a particular style.
Do blowout packages save money?
In the sample, 4-pack bundles offered savings of 10% to 18% compared with individual visits. The exact saving depends on the business and package structure. Ask whether a multi-session package is available if you book blowouts regularly.
Are blowout prices lower in New Brunswick?
The New Brunswick provincial median in this research was $45, below the national median of $50. Saint John had a city median of $40, Moncton $47.50, and Fredericton $45.
Is a blow-dry included after colour services?
Not always. Many colour services include a rinse and rough dry but not a full round-brush blowout. Confirm whether a styled finish is included in the colour price or billed separately.
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