Since when are tattoos, waxing, teeth whitening and mani/pedis considered back to school necessities?
According to the latest American Express Spending & Saving Tracker 5% of parents intend to spend on cosmetic services and 37% expect to spend on beauty products as part of their kids' back to school preparation.
Average Spending
American Express reports the average family of four will spend $550 preparing for their kids' return to the classroom, with clothing shoes and supplies as top expenditures, while the National Retail Federation says that the average American family will spend $606.40 on clothes, shoes, supplies and electronics.