Hair Damage Claim Payouts: Compensation Calculator For Hair And Scalp Injury
There are many different ways that you can experience hair and scalp damage for which you may be entitled to claim compensation.
In this article we set out what a hair damage claim is; the symptoms you might experience if you experience hair and scalp injury; the common types of hair damage negligence claims and the two types of compensation you can claim.
We start with a table of compensation payouts and later in the article provide detailed calculations for all manner of hair and scalp damage. Examples include – thinning, burned hair, alopecia, patchiness, brittle hair, scalp dermatitis and psychological injuries.
- Hair Damage Claim Payouts: Compensation Calculator For Hair And Scalp Injury
- Payouts Table For Scalp And Hair Damage Claims In 2025
Payouts Table For Scalp And Hair Damage Claims In 2025
| Hair / Scalp Damage | Claim Payout |
|---|---|
| Temporary (up to 2 years) Bald patches Scalp dermatitis Itchy sensitive scalp Alopecia | £4,900 – £9,000 |
| Permanent Symptoms as above, plus Depression Embarrassment | £9,000 – £13,500 |
What is a hair damage claim?
If your hair or scalp is damaged as a result of negligence and/or breach of statutory duty – you will likely be entitled to make a hair damage claim for monetary compensation from the person or business considered legally at at fault.
A “hair damage claim” is a type of personal injury claim where the part of the body which is injured is your hair and scalp. It includes compensation for both your pain and suffering plus financial loss and expense you incur as a direct result of your hair and scalp injury.
What is the most common hair and scalp damage claims?
The most common hair and scalp damage claims we come across include:
Hairdresser, hair salon or barber negligence
We have seen claims where:
A barber has caused a client’s hair to catch fire from using the wrong chemicals; and
Hairdressers who have caused damage through the incorrect use of bleach, hair waving equipment, chemicals for tinting, etc.
Chemicals at work
Another source of hair damage is that involving chemicals in work accidents claim. However, generally other body parts are also injured in such accidents.
Criminal assaults
Individuals can be left with hair loss and scalp injury following a criminal assault.
Criminal Injury Basis Of Assessment
Watch out – the basis of calculation for scalp and hair damage from a criminal act is very different than that set out in this article.
See our criminal injury compensation article for more details.
What are the symptoms of hair damage?
The symptoms of hair damage include:
- Thinning hair.
- Bald patches.
- Dry and brittle hair.
- Dermatitis of the scalp. For example – symptoms of itchiness, burning, sensitivity and tingling.
- Psychological injury (such as depression). Generally, women may be considered more susceptible to strong psychological reaction to hair damage.
What types of compensation are you entitled to claim?
There are two main types of compensation you can claim for when you experience scalp and hair damage:
Pain and suffering for physical and psychological injury
You are entitled to claim compensation for pain and suffering caused by an injury to any body part, including your hair and scalp.
Remember – there will often be a strong psychological reaction to hair loss, which also causes pain and suffering.
Your lawyer will instruct an independent medical expert to:
- Examine you.
- Review your existing GP and hospital notes.
- Comment whether the events of the accident caused your hair and scalp injury.
- Complete a report with both a description of the injuries you suffered and what the future holds for your hair and scalp.
- Complete a prognosis section in the medical report describing whether any problems with your hair and scalp will be temporary or permanent.
Based upon the injuries set out in this medical report – your solicitor will be able to determine how much your hair damage claim is worth for your pain, suffering and inconvenience.
Your solicitor will rely on not only previous cases decided by the courts in the past for similar injuries, but also on judicial guidance.
Facial scarring compensation
In an accident causing scalp and hair injury you may also experiences skin injury to your face.
Our facial scarring compensation article sets out the amounts of compensation you can expect to receive.
Financial losses and expenses as a direct result of your injury
Financial losses might include:
- Lost income (for example – time taken off work to recover),
- Hairdressing expenses for remedial treatments.
- Medical expenses. For instance – creams and other treatments necessary for your scalp.
- Travel expenses to see both your GP and a dermatologist at hospital.
Keep A Diary
Watch out – it is important to keep a diary of your financial loss and expense together with receipts. Thus, allowing your solicitor to have an essential record of all of your losses supported by evidence.
Models and flight attendants
Hair damage may lead to greater losses fro some types of jobs than others.
For example – imagine you are in an industry where looks and confidence are very important, such as a modeling career or even a stewardess or flight attendant.
It is quite possible you could have a significant future loss of income and damaged career prospects when you suffer hair and scalp damage.
Compensation calculations for temporary and permanent hair and scalp damage
In this section we calculate average compensation payouts for the pain and suffering caused by hair loss and scalp damage (which our payouts table set out earlier).
Temporary hair and scalp damage
You may experience hair damage or scalp injuries that are temporary in nature. In other words – resolving within two years. The symptoms may include – bald patches, brittle hair, dermatitis causing both an itchy and sensitive scalp. Your hair may have been pulled out (leaving bald patches) or you may suffer from temporary alopecia.
This type of temporary hair and scalp damage claim will result in a payout calculated between £4,900 – £9,000.
Permanent ongoing symptoms average claim payouts
Permanent ongoing symptoms of hair loss, scalp damage (similar to that described earlier). Typically with a strong psychological effect (such as depression, self-consciousness, etc.).
In this case or permanent hair and scalp damage – you can expect a compensation settlement of between £9,000 – £13,500.
Summary
To conclude – you have seen the symptoms of hair and scalp damage with examples of how much compensation you can claim.
Free Legal Help – Online / Telephone
We recommend you see our specialist solicitor free telephone / online help options. Not only can you discuss your accident circumstances with a solicitor in person and ask a question, but also have your hair damage claim assessed.
