We are thrilled to announce our official collaboration with Student Beans to offer an exclusive student discount!
Over the past few years, we have partnered with countless colleges and universities to support the growing number of courses in theatrical makeup and wig styling. As the Hair and Makeup (WHAM) industry becomes more recognised and in-demand than ever, tutors are teaching students that mastering the craft is only half the battle—sourcing professional-grade products is the other.
The Professional Standard: What Productions Actually Expect
Through our deep connections with film studios and production companies, we frequently speak with Heads of Department (HODs) and directors. Their feedback is clear: they want to hire artists who understand the value of high-quality resources.
With modern productions investing more heavily in costume, hair, and makeup, expectations on set are higher than ever. New artists entering the professional world need to be dynamic. This means sourcing premium supplies, accessing professional trade accounts, and confidently managing production inventory.
Closing the Knowledge Gap
As the industry moves towards advanced synthetic supplies, a noticeable knowledge gap has emerged. Some new artists are arriving on set with substandard materials, unsure of where to purchase film-ready wigs.
One director shared their frustration with us:
"Some artists have been known to purchase stock wigs from marketplaces like Amazon and Temu. I think they expect us to be happy that they cut costs with cheaper materials! In reality, it is disappointing to reject work due to poor quality. It’s incredibly frustrating to halt production to correct the problem or source last-minute replacements."
Tutors across the country face the exact same limitations with cheap marketplace finds. Almost every educator we speak with highlights how some students struggle to present satisfactory coursework when using inferior products. Low-grade lace, weak synthetic fibres, low density, pre-cut layers, and poor cap structures actively hold students back.
Invest in Your Craft
At How’s Your Head Wigs, we love being an active part of this creative industry. By launching our student discount, we want to make premium, professional-grade supplies accessible to the next generation of stylists. We want you to excel in your roles and show up to set fully prepared to create award-winning work.
To build a successful, long-term career, you have to take your tools seriously. To put it into perspective: a makeup artist would never show up to a professional set with a kit filled with Primark makeup. It lacks pigment, doesn't last, and simply cannot perform under intense studio lighting the way a premium brand like MAC does.
Wigs are no different. If you want to create beautiful, spectacular designs that hold up under scrutiny, you must invest in the right materials. As the saying goes: an artist is only as good as their tools!
Claim Your Discount
Ready to level up your kit? Head over to our Student Portal to verify your student status and generate your unique Student Beans code today!