As a woman, there is a good chance that you spend somewhere around $44 plus maybe even a tip for a single haircut at the salon, which is much more than your male counterparts who only spend about $28. This may not sound like a lot, but if you are a female who gives special attention to the appearance of your hair, you may be spending $44 on a regular basis and even more for other services like highlights or coloring.

So what's a girl to do about cutting these costs?

Really it's simple. Stop in at your local school of cosmetology and check out their services. You may be surprised to find out just what you can get for about a fraction of what you normally pay at a high-end salon. You may have a good relationship with your current hairdresser, but there is no harm in shopping around a bit to see what else you can find for a lot less. A report in Money Talks mentions that you may be able to save as much as 50 percent on cosmetology school haircuts.

But...what about lack of experience?

So here's the low down on this question. Get rid of your preconceived notions about cosmetology school haircuts. There are few reasons you don't need to be worried:

1. The people in these salons are working incredibly hard to put in enough hours to graduate, fully licensed.
2. Every stylist is directly overseen by an instructor who likely has many years of experience.
3. Student stylist are incredibly cautious and dedicated to making sure they do everything right. After all, an unhappy customer wouldn't look good on their record and may hinder them from graduating.

What You Should Know About Cosmetology School Haircuts

So the bottom line is this: Getting a haircut at a cosmetology school is an excellent way to save money and you may even be able to afford other services you have been considering, like highlights or a deep-conditioning treatment. However, there are a few things that you should know. One, a haircut may take a little longer to complete. The stylist is in training and because they are so cautious and inexperienced, completing your cut may take longer. Two, it is a good idea to give a tip. Remember, the stylists at these schools are barely making anything at all and if you're happy with their services, a tip is always a good gesture. Three, don't be afraid to speak up if a stylist is doing something wrong. These stylists are in training and part of their training is learning how to receive positive reinforcement from their customers.

If you have any questions about cosmetology school haircuts, consider contacting a local cosmetology school to learn more.