Cooling-off (changed your mind)
Rule: For customers in the United Kingdom and EU, you have a 14-day right to cancel a contract for goods starting the day after you receive the goods. The cancellation period ends 14 days from receipt of the goods. Required proof: order number and clear statement of cancellation within 14 days. Legal basis: Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 and the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024.
Price increase
Rule: If Hair Me increases the price in a way not permitted under your contract, you may be entitled to cancel. Required proof: the original terms showing the price, a copy of the notice of price increase and your cancellation request. Legal basis: Consumer Rights Act 2015 and statutory protections against unilateral contractual changes; escalate to Citizens Advice or CMA if the increase is unfair.
Moving abroad
Rule: Moving does not automatically cancel a subscription unless the trader cannot provide the service at the new address. Required proof: new address documentation (utility bill or tenancy agreement) and a cancellation request showing the inability to receive goods. Legal basis: contract terms and standard consumer law.
Death of subscriber
Rule: Death of the subscriber is a legitimate ground to close an account. Required proof: death certificate or executor action and a request from the estate to terminate the contract. Legal basis: common contractual practice and relevant consumer protections.
Legitimate ground accepted by Hair Me (wrong item / damaged)
Rule: Hair Me will consider refunds if the wrong order was shipped or the order was damaged on receipt. Required proof: photos, receipts and email evidence sent within 7 days for authorisation and returned within 14 days. Legal basis: Consumer Rights Act 2015 and Hair Me policy as stated on their policies page.
End of minimum commitment
Rule: If your plan has a fixed minimum commitment (not publicly disclosed by Hair Me), cancel at the end of the commitment to avoid further charges. Required proof: contract showing commitment period and cancellation notice prior to renewal. Legal basis: contract terms and Consumer Rights Act 2015.