What can hairdressers claim on tax?

Plenty — scissors, clippers and tools of trade, protective gear like aprons and gloves, self-education and courses, compulsory uniform and its laundry, work phone use, and products you use on clients. The rule is you paid for it, it relates to earning your income, and you weren't reimbursed. We go through it line by line so nothing's missed.

Can I claim my own hair, makeup or grooming?

No — the ATO treats your own hair, makeup and grooming as private, even in a job where you need to look the part. Products and supplies you use on paying clients are a different story and can usually be claimed. We'll draw the line for you so it's all above board.

How much does a hair or beauty worker tax return cost?

A fixed price, told to you up front — no surprise bill. It depends on how much is going on in your return. Grab an estimate on our pricing page or book a quick chat and we'll quote you properly.

Back to individual tax

Who We Help · Bendigo

Tax Deductions for Hairdressers & Beauty Workers in Bendigo

Hairdresser, barber, beautician, make-up artist or mobile therapist — you spend real money to do your job in Bendigo. We make sure you claim every dollar of it, and lodge the lot without the headache.

Book a Meeting See pricing

Scissors, uniform, products — if it earns you a living, it might be a deduction

Hair and beauty workers leave more on the table at tax time than most — usually because nobody asked the right questions. Between your scissors and clippers, uniform, self-education and the products you go through, it adds up fast. We know what a hairdresser or beauty therapist in Bendigo can legitimately claim, so you get back what you’re owed without waving a red flag at the ATO.

What hair & beauty workers can usually claim

Scissors, clippers, brushes and the tools of your trade
Protective gear — aprons, gloves and non-slip shoes
Self-education, short courses and industry training
Compulsory uniform and the laundry to keep it clean
Work phone and a share of your internet
Products and supplies used on clients (not your own hair, skin or cosmetics — that’s private)

Straight from the ATO

The tax office publishes an official occupation guide for hairdressers and beauty professionals — worth a look, and it’s exactly the kind of thing we go through with you line by line.

ATO: Hairdressers & beauty professionals

Why not just do it yourself?

You can — but a 15-minute chat with someone who does hair and beauty returns all day usually pays for itself. We ask the questions myGov doesn’t, catch the claims you’d miss, and make sure it’s all backed up if the ATO ever asks. No suits, plain English, and we’ll tell you the price first.

Hair & beauty tax deduction FAQs

What can hairdressers claim on tax?

Plenty — scissors, clippers and tools of trade, protective gear like aprons and gloves, self-education and courses, compulsory uniform and its laundry, work phone use, and products you use on clients. The rule: you paid for it, it relates to earning your income, and you weren’t reimbursed. We go through it line by line so nothing’s missed.
Can I claim my own hair, makeup or grooming?

No — the ATO treats your own hair, makeup and grooming as private, even in a job where you need to look the part. Products and supplies you use on paying clients are a different story and can usually be claimed. We’ll draw the line for you so it’s all above board.
How much does a hair or beauty worker tax return cost?

A fixed price, told to you up front — no surprise bill. It depends on how much is going on in your return. Grab an estimate on our pricing page, or book a quick chat and we’ll quote you properly.