Hair Magic review
A detailed iPhone app for comparing hairstyle, color, and styling options.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
Hair Magic is an iPhone app for exploring hairstyles and hair colors on a photo taken or selected from Photos. It is aimed at people planning a salon visit who want to compare potential cuts, colors, and styling details before making a decision. The free download provides access to styles and colors, while the app also includes saving, favorites, sharing, and comparisons with the original photo.
Its standout feature is the breadth of personalisation available during exploration. Users can browse 94 hairstyles and 21 hair-color options, then filter styles by type, length, texture, upkeep, and other characteristics. Supported adjustments include length, parting, bangs, layers, and volume. Cloud-processed AI previews show the selected ideas on the user’s photo, and side-by-side comparison with the original can help keep the result grounded. A Salon Card adds a practical way to record the selected style, color, and notes for an appointment.
Hair Magic uses a freemium model. The Free plan is available as a free download, with styles and colors available to everyone. Premium Weekly and Premium Annual plans provide unlimited AI previews while subscribed. The app is designed specifically for iPhone users, so it is a focused choice rather than a cross-platform planning tool. Pick it if detailed visual exploration, filtering, and salon preparation matter most; choose an alternative if you need Android or web access, or if cloud processing does not fit your requirements.
Hair Magic pros and cons
- Where it wins
- 94 hairstyles and 21 hair-color options
- Filters and adjustments for length, texture, bangs, and volume
- Salon Cards capture styles, colors, and practical notes
- Where it doesn't
- Available only on iOS
- Unlimited AI previews require a Premium subscription
- AI previews are processed in the cloud
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