Why Experienced Hairstylists Are Flocking to Wig Training
If you’ve been doing hair for 15, 20, or even 30 years, you know this industry demands everything - your energy, creativity and physical endurance.
Lately, more seasoned stylists are looking for something different. Something sustainable. Something meaningful. And more of them are turning to wig services as the next chapter in their careers.
Here’s why:
1. They Recognize a Smart Pivot When They See One
Experienced stylists know how to spot a lasting trend.
Wigs and toppers aren’t a flash-in-the-pan - they’re a growing, underserved market. The technology in both the fibers they’re made from and the bases they’re made on continues to evolve into a beautiful marriage of form and function. Learning how to work with wigs and toppers opens new doors without starting from scratch.
2. Their Bodies Are Asking for a Break
After decades of styling, the physical toll is real:
Back and shoulder pain
Joint issues
Fatigue that lingers
They never told us in beauty school that our bodies could end up as collateral damage for our career choice. Wig work offers services that don’t demand hours of standing or repetitive motions. That matters.
3. They’re Craving Creativity Again
When the same highlights and root touch-ups start to feel stale, wig work can reignite creativity. Customizing, styling, and restoring wigs brings fresh artistry into their hands - and heart.
4. They’re Thinking About Longevity
Veteran stylists are often asking:
“How long can I keep doing this at this pace?”
Wigs offer a way to continue earning and serving, even after stepping back from the daily grind behind the chair.
5. They Know How to Sell High-Value Services
Years of experience mean:
Strong client relationships
Confidence in pricing their worth
Ability to explain value clearly
Wig services often bring in $750–$2,000+ per month, without the hustle of squeezing in more cuts or colors.
6. They’re Walking the Hair Loss Journey, Too
Some stylists start exploring wigs because they are dealing with hair thinning. That personal experience fuels empathy and motivation and gives them an edge in connecting with clients facing the same thing.
7. They Want Real Education From Someone Who Gets It
Corporate courses can feel flat or irrelevant. What stylists want is hands-on, practical knowledge from someone who’s lived it, as a stylist and as someone who’s experienced hair loss.
Final Thoughts:
Wig training isn’t just a new skill, it’s a new direction. For many seasoned stylists, it’s the career evolution they didn’t know they were looking for. Just ask my students. The word “love” gets used a lot when I ask them what they thought of their training, and what’s now happening for them behind the chair.
For a peek at how wig services can rev up your bottom line (with no selling or inventory) grab the Wig Services Menu. Starting out with offering wig services is a great way to dip your toes into the wig pool and when you find the water’s perfect, you can jump in with retailing them.
Wigs are having a moment the likes we haven’t seen since the early ‘70’s. But these are not your mama’s wigs!
