Merchant account services for hair salons, barbershops, nail studios, and spas, covering chair-side payments, online booking deposits, tips, and retail. Apply with confidence.
Salons need payments that keep the chair moving: fast checkout at the front desk or station, easy tipping, deposits for bookings, and a simple way to sell retail products. Daystar sets up hair salons, barbershops, nail and lash studios, med spas, and booth renters with card, mobile, and online payments on one merchant account.
No-shows, disputed services, and higher-ticket treatments such as color corrections, extensions, and med spa packages can raise questions with some processors. We place your account with acquiring banks that fit your services, and for med spas and aesthetics we act as a high risk merchant account provider. We have a 95% approval rate among qualified applicants, with no long-term contracts.
Accept cards, contactless payments, and digital wallets at the front desk or right at the station. Built-in tipping prompts make gratuities simple for clients and staff, and card-present transactions keep dispute risk low. Sell shampoo, styling products, and gift cards on the same account as your services.


A secure payment gateway connects to salon booking and scheduling software, so clients can pay deposits or prepay services when they book online. Saved cards support no-show and late-cancellation fees according to your policy, and tokenization keeps card details off your systems. Deposits help protect your calendar from last-minute gaps.
Stylists, barbers, and booth renters can take payment on a phone or tablet at their chair. Mobile payments are also ideal for bridal parties, on-location styling, and events, with tips and receipts handled on the device and funds settling to your merchant account. Traveling stylists get paid on the spot instead of by invoice later.

ACH and eCheck payments work well for booth rent, suite rent, and larger service packages such as bridal bookings or multi-session treatments. Bank payments cost less to process than cards on large amounts and give clients and renters another way to pay. Rent can be collected automatically on the same date each month.

Recurring billing supports membership programs such as monthly blowouts, unlimited barber cuts, lash fill plans, and med spa memberships. Scheduled charges, automatic retries, and card updater support keep memberships active, and clear terms help reduce disputes when clients cancel. Memberships smooth out slow weeks and give you predictable revenue.

Salons in tourist areas and brands that sell products online serve visitors and customers from other countries. Multi-currency processing lets international clients pay in a familiar currency, and online product sales can reach customers abroad with fewer cross-border declines. This makes salon payment processing easier for resort, hotel, and airport locations.

CBD and hemp credit card processing is a vital component for businesses operating in the burgeoning cannabinoid industry. As the demand for CBD products continues to rise, seamless and secure payment solutions have become imperative. With dedicated services tailored to the unique needs of CBD and hemp merchants, businesses can now efficiently process credit card transactions, providing customers with a convenient and trustworthy purchasing experience.
Daystar’s specialized Hair & Beauty Salon payment gateways are tailored to the unique needs of businesses, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigating the challenges associated with the industry’s financial landscape. By offering reliable and seamless electronic payment processing, these gateways empower businesses to accept payments for CBD products, providing customers with a convenient and trustworthy purchasing experience.
Optimize your CBD and hemp business with our advanced ACH transfer and eCheck solutions, providing a secure and efficient payment processing experience. Say goodbye to the limitations of traditional payment methods and embrace the convenience of electronic checks. Our seamless ACH transfer system ensures quick and reliable transactions, allowing customers to make purchases with ease.n Yes. We offer chargeback alerts and fraud protection tools, with availability depending on your program. Our systems help flag fraudulent transactions and reduce chargeback risk.
Yes, we provide multiple MIDs. This feature is especially beneficial for businesses looking to diversify their payment processing across different products or services.
Yes, if clients agree to your policy when they book. Show the fee clearly in your booking flow, collect consent before saving the card, and send confirmation and reminder messages. A documented policy the client accepted gives you evidence if a charge is disputed. Rules vary by location, so confirm local requirements before charging fees.
Yes. Tipping prompts are available on countertop and mobile devices, and tips are recorded with each transaction for easy payout to staff.
Yes. Booth and suite renters, independent stylists, and barbers can have their own merchant account and accept payments on a phone or tablet. Each can have a hair and beauty salon merchant account built to streamline payment processing at the chair.
Yes. We work with med spas and aesthetics providers, including higher-ticket packages and memberships, subject to underwriting review.