Most hair and beauty owners price their services based on the shop down the road. But their overheads aren’t your overheads. Insightful Sums helps you calculate your exact costs so you can charge what you’re actually worth and stop leaving money on the table.
You’re fully booked, so why is the bank account empty?
You’re busy. Your chairs are full. But at the end of the month, the bank balance doesn’t reflect how hard you worked.
The problem isn’t your talent…..it’s your overheads. Between rising rent, Australian award wages, and product costs, a $150 colour service might actually be costing you money.
If you’re still using messy spreadsheets or “gut feel” to set your prices, you are flying blind.
See Your Profit (or Loss) Instantly.
Throw away your confusing spreadsheets.
Once you enter your unique business details, our software does the heavy lifting. You will see instantly whether you are making a profit or a loss on every single service on your menu.
See the truth:
Know exactly how much profit is left after the stylist’s wage and backbar stock are paid for.
Fix your menu:
Identify “leaky” services that are draining your bank account and adjust them in seconds.
No math required:
We’ve built the logic so you don’t have to be a numbers expert.
How to Calculate Your Salon Service Prices in 5 Simple Steps
Forget staring at confusing spreadsheets. Insightful Sums walks you through a simple, one-time setup so you can finally see exactly where your money is going.
Core Features Built for Your Salon
Service Pricing Made Simple: No more complex formulas. Input your time and products; we give you the price you need to charge to stay profitable.
Ditch the Spreadsheets: Forget broken cells and confusing tabs. Everything is in one easy-to-use Australian dashboard.
Staff Targets That Work: Calculate exactly what your team needs to bring in to cover their own costs and contribute to the salon’s growth.
Retail Product Calculations: Stop guessing your margins on shampoos and skin creams. Price your retail for maximum turnover and profit.
What Insightful Sums Is (and What It Isn’t)
We do one thing better than anyone else: We protect your profit.
We are NOT a booking system (we won’t clutter your calendar).
We are NOT accounting software (we leave the tax to the pros).
- We ARE your financial “North Star” that tells you exactly how much to charge.
Quick & Painless Setup
No tech headaches and no financial degree required. Get your salon set up in minutes so you can get back to doing what you love behind the chair.
Price Your Services for Profit
Take the guesswork out of your price list. Easily calculate exactly what to charge for every cut, colour, or treatment so you actually make money…..not just cover your costs.
Discount Without Losing Money
Want to run a special promotion? See exactly how a discount will affect your bottom line before you offer it, so you never accidentally work for free.
Set Clear Team Targets
Know exactly what each team member needs to bring in for your salon to stay profitable, without having to do any complicated math.
Simple Retail Markups
Stop wondering if retail is worth it. Quickly calculate your markups to see the exact profit you make on every shampoo, serum, or styling product you sell.
Your Business at a Glance
See exactly where your money is going. One simple, stress-free screen that makes your salon’s finances finally make sense.
Frequently asked questions
How do I calculate the correct service prices for my salon?
The only way to know is to calculate your specific overheads (rent, power, wages, insurance) against the time a service takes. Insightful Sums automates this by showing you a clear profit/loss indicator for every service, so you don’t have to guess if you’re charging enough.
Is this software made for Australian hair and beauty businesses?
Yes. Insightful Sums is designed specifically for the Australian market, factoring in local costs and industry-standard practices for hair salons, barbers, and beauty clinics.
Does this pricing calculator work if I have staff on wages?
Absolutely. One of our core features is helping you calculate staff targets. You’ll know exactly how much revenue each team member needs to generate to ensure the business remains profitable after paying their wages and overheads.
Does it integrate with my booking software?
No. Insightful Sums is a standalone tool designed to replace spreadsheets and provide a focused environment for pricing strategy. By keeping it separate, we ensure your financial planning isn’t buried under daily appointments.
Don’t wait for your next BAS to realise you’re undercharging.
Every day you wait is another day of lost margins. Join the Australian salon owners who have ditched the spreadsheets and finally taken control of their numbers.
