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Keratin / smoothing prices in the US
Keratin / smoothing runs $200–$350 at most US salons, median $285. That’s from 191 prices on 101 published menus across 12 cities — not an estimate.
Low
$20
Typical
$200–$350
Median
$285
High
$465
Keratin / smoothing cost by city
Cities where we hold menus from at least two salons.
| City | Median | Range | Salons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | $255 | $65–$400 | 5 |
| Fort Lauderdale, FL | $138 | $100–$300 | 3 |
| New York, NY | $362 | $200–$362 | 3 |
| Atlanta, GA | $200 | $150–$399 | 2 |
| Austin, TX | $163 | $20–$350 | 2 |
| Carrollton, TX | $115 | $55–$175 | 2 |
| Chicago, IL | $80 | $75–$350 | 2 |
| Goodyear, AZ | $238 | $225–$250 | 2 |
| Las Vegas, NV | $350 | $199–$1400 | 2 |
| San Diego, CA | $250 | $250–$300 | 2 |
| San Francisco, CA | $338 | $300–$375 | 2 |
| Washington, DC | $340 | $200–$400 | 2 |
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Listed providers, prioritised by cities we hold keratin / smoothing pricing for. Confirm the service is on their menu before booking.
Adorable braids Katy
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Amira's Cryo Spa And Salon
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Anjel Salon & Spa
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Giorgio Salon LLC
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Heights Skincare
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In The Loop by Lather
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Reading on keratin / smoothing
- Best Keratin / smoothing in Houston, TX: 2026 Cost & How to ChooseKeratin smoothing in Houston runs about $300-$400 (median $325) based on local providers. Here's what affects price and how to choose.
- Best Keratin / smoothing in Las Vegas, NV: 2026 Cost & How to ChooseWhat a keratin smoothing treatment costs in Las Vegas in 2026 ($199-$1,400, median $350) plus how to choose the right salon.
- Top 4 Best Keratin / Smoothing in Phoenix, AZ — Updated October 2026Explore the top keratin and smoothing treatments in Phoenix, AZ, with pricing details and unique offerings from four leading salons.
- Top 5 Best Keratin / Smoothing in New York, NY — Updated October 2026Discover the top keratin/smoothing treatment providers in New York City with prices ranging from $250 to $375. Learn what each salon offers and choose the best for your needs.
- Top 8 Best Keratin / Smoothing in Houston, TX — Updated September 2026Explore the best keratin and smoothing treatment providers in Houston with prices from $65 to $360. Access our curated list of top salons today.
- Top 6 Best Keratin / Smoothing in Miami–Fort Lauderdale, FL — Updated October 2026Discover the best keratin and smoothing services in Miami–Fort Lauderdale with prices ranging from $100 to $650. Our curated list ranks top providers for every budget.
Keratin / smoothing — FAQ
How much does keratin / smoothing cost?
Across 101 US salon menus we've collected, keratin / smoothing runs $200–$350 at most places, with a median of $285. The full spread is $20 to $465 — the low end is usually a junior stylist or a partial service, the high end a senior provider in a high-cost metro.
Where is keratin / smoothing cheapest?
Across the 12 cities where we hold menus from more than one salon, Chicago, IL has the lowest median at $80 and New York, NY the highest at $362. These are small samples — 2 and 3 salons respectively — so treat them as a sighting shot, not a market average. The table above has the rest.
Are these prices what I'll actually pay?
They're list prices from providers' own published menus, not quotes. Expect the final figure to move with length, density, add-ons and who's in the chair, and expect tip on top. Booking direct with a provider is the only way to get a firm number — the book links on this page go straight to their own scheduling.
Other hair services
Braids · $140Twists (Senegalese/passion/kinky) · $175Hair color · $85Haircut · $55Highlights · $175Sew-in / weave · $160Blowout · $65Knotless braids · $230Balayage · $250Root touch-up / color · $100Box braids · $190Men's haircut · $50Boho braids · $300Deep conditioning / treatment · $50Relaxer · $115Kids haircut · $30Silk press · $103
Prices sourced from 541US providers’ own published menus (last updated 2026-10-22). Providers on Zoca Listingsare paid listings; booking links go direct to each provider’s own scheduling, and are marked rel="sponsored".