Ponytail Donations

What to Expect When Donating Your Hair

Donating your hair is a generous decision, and we’re here to make the process as simple and stress-free as possible. Before your appointment, we’ll explain the donation requirements, assess whether your hair is suitable and answer any questions you may have. We’ll carefully prepare and cut your ponytail to ensure it meets the requirements for donation while giving you a style you’ll love.

What is Ponytail Donation?

Donating your hair is a meaningful way to help someone experiencing medically induced hair loss regain confidence through a professionally made wig. Every suitable ponytail has the potential to make a real difference to someone living with conditions such as alopecia or undergoing cancer treatment.

At The Cutting Room, we’re proud to partner with Sustainable Salons to ensure every suitable ponytail is professionally prepared and sent to verified organisations that create wigs for people experiencing hair loss. We’re committed to making the experience just as rewarding for you as it is for the person receiving your donation. From your initial consultation through to your new haircut, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

Ponytail Donations

While our salon services are strictly for clients aged 16 and over, we welcome ponytail donations from people of all ages, including children. If you’re considering donating your hair, please get in touch. We’ll explain the requirements, answer your questions and help you decide whether your hair is ready for donation.

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Ponytail Donations

Why Choose Us

Supporting a Worthy Cause
Your hair helps create wigs for individuals who have lost their hair due to medical conditions.
No Extra Postage or Hassle
We handle the secure delivery of your ponytail to Sustainable Salons at no additional cost.
Specialised Haircuts for Donations
Our hairdressers are trained in the correct technique to prepare and cut ponytails for donation.

Ethical & Verified Distribution
Every ponytail goes to trusted charities and wig-makers who provide wigs to those in need.
Sustainable & Waste-Free
Rather than ending up in landfill, your hair is repurposed for an important cause.
Experienced Donation Specialists
Our team has been specially trained to prepare and cut ponytails correctly, ensuring your donation meets the requirements for wig-making whenever possible.

Testimonials

My ponytail donation was taken care of, they were beyond accommodating, and gave helpful guidance from start to finish.

Dee Vitale

Absolutely love these ladies they make you feel special and focus on your needs and I can’t recommend them more highly.

Ann H

FAQs

How long does my hair need to be to donate?

The minimum length is 30cm, but 36cm or longer is preferred for children’s wigs.

Can I donate my hair if it’s been coloured or treated?

Yes! Coloured and chemically processed hair is accepted and matched accordingly.

Will I receive confirmation of where my hair goes?

While you won’t receive tracking for your individual ponytail, Sustainable Salons ensures all donations reach verified charities and wig-makers.

Can I cut my ponytail at home and bring it in?

For the best results, we recommend having your hair cut by one of our trained professionals to ensure proper preparation.

How often can I donate?

Hair grows approximately 1–1.5cm per month, so many donors return every few years to contribute again!

Will I still get a styled haircut after donating my ponytail?

Yes. After your ponytail has been professionally prepared and cut for donation, we’ll create a hairstyle that suits you, taking into account the amount of hair you’ve chosen to donate, your hair type and your personal style.

The Ponytail Donation Process

01

Consultation & Hair Preparation

Please arrive with clean dry hair free from product. We assess your hair length and type to ensure it meets donation requirements. We’ll also provide a quote so you know exactly what to expect.

02

Proper Sectioning & Tying

Hair is sectioned into multiple ponytails, secured with elastic bands to keep strands aligned.

03

Precision Cutting

Our trained stylists carefully cut the ponytail to meet Sustainable Salons’ standards.

04

Professional Haircut & Styling

After your donation, we shape and style your hair into a fresh new look.

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Secure Delivery to Sustainable Salons

We send your ponytail directly to Sustainable Salons, ensuring it reaches the right hands.

06

Join the Cause & Inspire Others

You’ll receive information on where your donation goes and how it helps people in need.

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Who Can Donate?

Ponytail donations are accepted from people of all ages, hair types, and colours, provided they meet the following requirements:

Minimum Length: 30cm (measured from the elastic band to the tip of the hair). High-grade ponytails (36cm or longer) are particularly valuable for children’s wigs.
Coloured & Processed Hair: Accepted and used in various ways, though virgin hair (uncoloured, untreated) is most valuable.
Curly Hair: Must meet the minimum length when pulled straight.
Layered Hair: Can be donated, but shorter strands under 20cm will be removed.
Hair Extensions: Only 100% human hair extensions are accepted (no clips, bonds, or tapes).

Pricing

Every service is tailored to your individual hair, so pricing varies depending on your hair length, condition and the result you’re hoping to achieve.

View our latest packages and pricing or book a complimentary consultation for a personalised quote.

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Appointment Length

45-90 minutes

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Where Do the Ponytails Go?

Once donated, your ponytail is sent to Sustainable Salons, where it is sorted and distributed to verified charities and wig-makers:

Charitable Organisations – Groups like Variety the Children’s Charity and the Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation (AAAF) use donations to create wigs or fund life-changing programs.
Independent Wig-Makers – Local, verified wig-makers craft high-quality wigs for adults undergoing medical treatments.
Sustainable Salons Depot – Every ponytail is sorted by hand to ensure the right type reaches the right recipient, maximising its impact.

Sustainable Salons provides this service free of charge, ensuring that those in need receive the maximum benefit from every donation.

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