Head spa in Mechelen: what local salons choose and how they start
The short answer
A head spa device costs between €1,295 and €1,995 excluding VAT, depending on the model. With leasing, you pay from €83 per month without a large upfront investment. Delivery in the Mechelen region takes 1 to 2 weeks. You do not need a fixed water connection if you choose a mobile unit.
Mechelen as a base for a new salon treatment
In Mechelen—and more broadly in the Antwerp province—beauty salons and hairdressers have been looking for treatments that go beyond classic services for a few years now. Nails, eyelashes, facials: many offer these. A head spa is something else.
It is a Japanese scalp and hair treatment that combines: washing, steam, massage and phototherapy. During the treatment, clients lie on a reclining chair while their scalp is thoroughly cleansed and treated. The average treatment time is 45 to 60 minutes. The average price Belgian salons charge is between €45 and €80 per session.
For a salon in Mechelen, this is a service that requires relatively little space and attracts clients looking for something premium—but not necessarily a spa day. It fits well in a hair salon, a wellness salon, or for a freelance beautician looking for an additional source of income.
Mobile or landline phone — what is suitable for a salon in Mechelen?
The first question most salon owners ask: do I need a water hookup? The answer depends on the type of appliance you choose.
A fixed unit (such as the Japanse Headspa or the Yokohama line) requires a direct connection to cold and hot water and a drain. That is standard in a hair salon, but not always in a beauty salon or nail salon. If you do not have that, or if you want to avoid the installation, a mobile unit is the logical choice.
Mobile head spa devices work with a built-in water tank. You fill it from a regular faucet. No fixed connection is required. The tanks are large enough for multiple treatments per day.
| Model | Type | Price excl. VAT | 24-month lease |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mobile Head Spa (60L tank) | Mobile | €1.295 | €73/month |
| Mobile Headspa Pro (50L + 15L wastewater) | Mobile | €1.495 | €83/month |
| Mobile Headspa Deluxe (16GAL + 8GAL dirty water) | Mobile | €1.895 | €131/month |
| Japanese Headspa Pro – Beige (80cm) | Vast | €1.795 | €99/month |
| Headspa Yokohama - Hout | Vast | €1.995 | €110/month |
The Mobile Headspa Pro is currently the most popular model. The reason: it has a separate 15-liter wastewater tank, so you don't have to constantly discard wastewater. This makes working much more enjoyable in a busy salon.
What does it actually cost, and when will you recoup your investment?
A Mobile Headspa Pro costs €1,495 excluding VAT. Through leasing via Grenke—available for Belgian companies that have been active for more than 1 year—you pay €83 per month. At the end of the lease contract, you will be the owner.
Let's say your salon in Mechelen performs three head spa treatments per week at €60 each. That's €180 per week, or around €720 per month. If we deduct the lease cost of €83, you're left with over €630 in net profit – excluding products. And that's for three treatments a week, not five or eight.
An ordinary beauty salon reaches those three treatments in the very first month if they actively announce the service to their existing clients. Head spa is something clients usually rebook: it has a relaxing effect that lasts a long time, and the combination of scalp care with hair care appeals to a broad audience.
“The biggest misconception is that you need a large space or a special installation. With a portable device, a head spa can fit in almost any salon.”
Do you need to renovate your salon to get started?
No, not if you opt for a mobile unit. You only need a stable surface where the recliner and the unit fit side by side. Most mobile models are more compact than you think: the Mobiele Headspa Pro measures 55 × 68 × 68 cm and weighs 25 kg. You can easily move it from room to room whenever needed.
Do you already have a washing station in your salon? Then you could also consider choosing a fixed device with a direct water connection. This gives a more professional appearance and a little more comfort for the client, because hot water is continuously available. The Japanse Headspa Pro has an S-shaped mattress and a working height of 80 cm, the standard European working height for treatment recliners.
If you're not sure which model best suits your situation, you can always stop by the showroom to compare both options. For many salon owners, this is the quickest way to make a decision.
Herselt is a 30-minute drive from Mechelen
The MediRelaxa showroom is located at Blaubergsesteenweg 63C in Herselt — near the E313, the highway between Antwerp and Hasselt. From Mechelen, it takes about 30 to 35 minutes to get there. You can see the devices in person, feel the materials, and ask questions without time pressure.
Visits are by appointment only. On weekdays you are welcome between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM, and on weekends by appointment. If you decide to order after your visit, delivery for in-stock products typically takes 1 to 2 weeks. You can also pick up your order yourself in Herselt if you prefer.
For salons in Mechelen, this is a relatively short trip for an investment that lasts several years. It's definitely worth a visit, especially if you're still deciding between models.
More information about the appliances and the ordering process can be found on the Mobile Headspa Pro Product Page or in the Business purchase guide.
For which salons in Mechelen does it work less well?
Head spa isn't the right choice for every salon. A few situations I want to be upfront about:
If your salon has fewer than 40 to 50 regular customers per month, the chance of booking enough treatments quickly to make the investment worthwhile is smaller. You need an audience willing to pay for a 60-minute treatment—and who will return.
If your salon primarily focuses on express services—short haircut cycles, express manicures—the time investment of a head spa doesn't fit well into the rhythm of the day. A head spa client occupies a time slot of at least 45 minutes.
Finally, salons that already have a full schedule with no room for additional treatment stations will find it logistically challenging to incorporate a head spa. It's better to wait until the logistics are sorted out than to start with too little space.
For those it suits — a salon with a loyal clientele, time for longer treatments, and a client profile that is open to wellness and scalp care — a head spa is one of the most profitable expansions you can make today.
