Blow wave prices in Pretoria: our 2026 menu
A blow wave at the Soma Blow Wave Bar in Pretoria costs R290 for the Volume Blow Wave, which is one price for all hair lengths. Teens under 13 pay R200 for Blow Wave Teens, and a kiddies blow wave (under 14) is R230. Add-ons, basin treatments and the Blow Wave Club are covered below.
How much does a blow wave cost in Pretoria?
Prices across Pretoria vary with the salon, the style and sometimes the length of your hair. Some salons charge more for long or thick hair because it takes longer to dry and style. On our 2026 menu, the adult Volume Blow Wave is a single price whatever your length, so you know the cost before you sit down. Here is the blow wave menu as it stands.
- Volume Blow WaveR290
- Blow Wave TeensUnder 13R200
Which blow wave should I book?
| Blow wave | Price | Age on the menu | Often booked for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volume Blow Wave | R290 | No age listed | Lift and body for dinners, functions, photos or a weekly blow wave |
| Blow Wave Teens | R200 | Under 13 | School events, parties and family occasions |
| Kiddies Blow Wave | R230 | Under 14 | School photos, concerts and prize-givings |
Each price is shown with the age label it carries on the menu. If you are not sure which applies, ask when you book.
What is a volume blow wave?
A volume blow wave is a blow-dried style that aims for lift at the root, body through the lengths and a smooth, finished look. It suits hair that tends to fall flat at the crown or lie close to the head, and lift at the root can make fine hair look fuller. Many people book one for dinners, functions and photos, or simply for a polished start to the week. Because it looks finished without looking stiff, it is also a common choice as a regular weekly blow wave.
How does a blow wave change the shape of your hair?
Hair holds its everyday shape partly through hydrogen bonds, weak bonds that break when hair gets wet and re-form as it dries. Drying hair under tension sets those bonds in a new position, which is how a blow wave adds lift and smoothness. It is also why a blow wave does not last forever: once water gets back into the hair, the bonds loosen and your natural texture starts to return.
How long does a blow wave last?
It depends more on your hair and the weather than on anything else. A blow wave typically lasts until your next wash, often two to four days with some care. As a general guide, volume tends to soften over time rather than disappear, and fine hair can drop sooner than thicker hair. Naturally curly or frizz-prone hair may start to return to its natural texture more quickly when the air is humid.
What add-ons can I put with a blow wave?
Add a braid for R40, or a head massage of 10 minutes (R60), 20 minutes (R100) or 30 minutes (R140). A braid is a simple way to change the look, and many people find a head massage turns a quick hair appointment into a proper break in the week.
- BraidR40
- 10 min Head MassageR60
- 20 min Head MassageR100
- 30 min Head MassageR140
Is there a way to save on regular blow waves?
Yes, the Blow Wave Club. The offer reads: Pay for 4 blow waves and receive 10% off as well as 1 x basin treatment (must be used within 6 weeks). If you have a blow wave most weeks, or several events close together, it is worth asking about when you book. The basin treatments on the menu are Daymoist (R170) and Mini Japanese Silk (R220), both from Inoar.
How much is a blow wave with a haircut or colour?
If you are having a ladies cut, the menu says: Add on Blow wave for R100. Ladies cuts are priced by length, from R210 for short hair to R380 for extra long. For colour clients: On any of the above services, add a Blow Wave for R200 and a cut and Blow Wave for R290.
What does a blow wave cost for children and teens?
Two prices apply, each with its own age label on the menu. Blow Wave Teens (under 13) is R200. In the Kiddies section (under 14), a kiddies blow wave is R230, and girls and boys cuts are R190 each. Our kids haircuts guide has more on booking for children.
Is the Inoar Brazilian Blow Wave the same as a blow wave?
No. A regular blow wave is a styling service that typically lasts until your hair gets wet or meets real humidity. The Inoar Brazilian Blow Wave is a longer-lasting treatment priced at R800 - R2 800, depending on length. Inoar states it reduces volume and curl by up to 90%, reduces blow wave time by 50%, and lasts 3 months if maintained with the correct homecare. If frizz is what keeps undoing your weekly blow wave, it is worth asking about at your consultation.
Does Pretoria's weather affect a blow wave?
It can. Highveld air is often dry, which helps a blow wave hold, but summer afternoons can turn humid before a thunderstorm, and moisture in the air lets hair slowly return to its natural shape. On a stormy day, a braid can be a neat way to wear a blow wave as it starts to loosen. Tell your stylist about your plans, especially an outdoor event, so they know what the style needs to stand up to.
How do I get my money's worth from a blow wave?
- Arrive with clean, product-free hair, which helps the stylist deliver the best finish.
- Sleep on it carefully: a loose, high bun or a silk or satin pillowcase can reduce friction and flattening overnight.
- Keep water off it: a shower cap and a quick exit from steamy bathrooms help, because moisture is what usually undoes a blow-dried shape.
- Refresh the roots with dry shampoo instead of washing, which many people find adds a day or two.
- Try not to run your hands through it, which spreads oil and loosens the shape.
- If you restyle at home with heat, use a heat protectant first and keep your tools on a moderate setting.
Where is the Blow Wave Bar and when is it open?
The Soma Blow Wave Bar is inside Soma Laser & Skincare Clinic at 203 Lange St, Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria. It is open Tuesday to Friday from 07h30 to 17h30 and Saturday from 07h00 to 13h00 (closed on Mondays, Sundays and public holidays). Call or WhatsApp 083 573 0982 or email info@somalaser.co.za to book.
Frequently asked questions
Does a blow wave cost more for long hair?
Not for the adult Volume Blow Wave on our 2026 menu, which is listed at R290 for all hair lengths. Length does affect the price of other services, such as ladies cuts, colour and the Inoar Brazilian Blow Wave, which is R800 - R2 800 depending on length.
Who gets the most value from the Blow Wave Club?
The club suits people who book blow waves regularly. The offer reads: Pay for 4 blow waves and receive 10% off as well as 1 x basin treatment (must be used within 6 weeks). If you only have a blow wave now and then, the standard prices may suit you better. Ask when you book if you are unsure how the six-week window would work with your own diary.
How often should I book a blow wave?
That depends on your hair and your routine. Many people book once a week, timed before work events or the weekend, and stretch the result with dry shampoo and careful sleeping. Others book only for occasions. If you are booking weekly, compare the standard price of R290 with the Blow Wave Club offer before you decide.
Is a volume blow wave good for fine hair?
Many people with fine hair like it, because lift at the root can make hair look fuller. Fine hair is also easily weighed down, so arriving with clean, product-free hair helps. Mention that your hair is fine at the consultation, so your stylist knows what you are hoping for.
Will my blow wave survive a Pretoria summer afternoon?
It can, but humidity and rain are the usual reasons a blow wave drops early. Pretoria summers often bring afternoon thunderstorms, and moisture in the air lets hair slowly return to its natural shape. Carry an umbrella, avoid steamy rooms, and consider a braid on stormy days. Tell your stylist if you have an outdoor event.
