Why extra charge applies
Long hair requires more hands-on time and product during cutting, styling, or multi-step services. At Maya’s Beauty Bar we apply a flat additional charge of $15 for long-hair bookings to reflect this extra resource use. The fee helps stylists allocate sufficient time and supplies so the finished style meets client expectations.
Demand for event styling increases in May, June and December, so long hair often needs more detailed finishing during those months. We schedule with local commuting patterns in mind — planning around the LIRR and parkway rush — and we offer early-evening and weekend appointments to fit family and visitor timetables.
What to expect at appointment
When you arrive for a booked service, your stylist will assess hair length and discuss whether the long-hair charge applies. The $15 add-on is confirmed during consultation so you know pricing before work begins. This check ensures your stylist schedules the appropriate amount of attention and product without surprising you at checkout.
Because the fee is an add-on rather than a fixed time change, appointment lengths may be adjusted when necessary; our booking team will recommend a larger time slot if the requested style requires it. We encourage commuters to use early-evening or weekend options when possible to avoid rush-hour travel delays.
Preparing for long styles
Bring photos and tell your stylist about the occasion and daily routine during consultation — that context helps determine whether a style requires extra steps and product that justify the $15 charge. Clients commonly request long-hair styling for weddings, milestone events, and parties, so sharing the event helps shape timing and finish expectations.
Local climate — hot, humid summers and cold winters — affects how long styles behave, and long hair sometimes needs more product to control frizz and hold. Many clients report event-ready, long-lasting results and a confidence boost when the stylist has time and resources to finish the look properly.
