Hairdresser: tasks and pay
- €14 to €19gross per hour, indicative
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What does a hairdresser earn?
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€14 to €19
gross per hour
Estimate by Werkvolk, updated on 15 September 2026.
Indicative Belgian pay range: €14 to €19 gross per hour. Experience, specialisation in colour or barbering and running your own salon influence what you earn. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
How do I become a hairdresser? See the guideThe job at a glance
- What you doAs a hairdresser you wash, cut, colour, curl and style your clients' hair.
- What you needCutting, colouring and styling techniqueCustomer focus and good listening skills
What does a hairdresser do?
As a hairdresser you wash, cut, colour, curl and style your clients' hair. The role is also known as stylist, colourist or barber. You welcome clients, advise them on the choice of a hairstyle that suits their wishes and organise your workstation. You shampoo, cut, add shape or volume, colour or bleach and present the finished look. You also sell hair products and give care advice. You work hygienically and follow the rules of the salon. In the non-food retail and services sector in Vlaanderen you often work in a salon, at people's homes or in a chain, in close contact with your clients.
Typical tasks
- Welcome clients and advise on the right hairstyle
- Organise your workstation
- Wash and shampoo the hair
- Cut the hair and add shape or volume
- Colour or bleach the hair
- Present the finished hairstyle
- Sell hair products and give care advice
Required skills
- Cutting, colouring and styling technique
- Customer focus and good listening skills
- Creativity and an eye for what suits a client
- Hygienic and tidy way of working
- Standing stamina and steady hands during long days
Frequently asked questions
What does a hairdresser do?
A hairdresser washes, cuts, colours, curls and styles clients' hair. You advise clients on a hairstyle that fits their wishes, shampoo, cut, add shape or volume and colour where needed. You also sell hair products and give care advice. You work hygienically and follow the rules of the salon.
How much does a hairdresser earn in Belgium?
Indicative Belgian pay range: €14 to €19 gross per hour. Experience, specialisation in colour or barbering and running your own salon influence what you earn. Employee pay estimate; actual pay depends on experience, sector pay scales and working hours. Premiums, overtime and benefits are separate.
In which sectors and environments does a hairdresser work?
You work in the non-food retail and services sector, mostly in a salon, but also at people's homes or in a chain. The work is creative, manual and combines craft with sales and health-oriented care. You are in close, personal contact with clients throughout the day.
What is the difference between a hairdresser and a hairdressing assistant?
A hairdressing assistant supports the salon by washing hair, preparing colour, tidying the workstation and welcoming clients, and gradually learns the trade. A qualified hairdresser cuts, colours and styles independently and advises clients. The assistant role is often the first step towards becoming a fully skilled hairdresser.
Is there demand for hairdressers across Flanders?
Hairdressing is a personal service that clients keep coming back for, so skilled hairdressers are consistently sought after across Flanders, in salons of every size. Employers value technique, customer focus and reliability. With experience you can move into salon management or specialise in colour or barbering.