Over 80,000 domains — one of the most successful beauty extensionsOriginally delegated to L'Oréal before commercial launchNo registration restrictions

.hair Domain

.hair was registered with IANA on 16 September 2016, originally delegated to cosmetics giant L'Oréal, and transferred to XYZ.COM LLC on 15 September 2020. It now exceeds 80,000 registered domains, 0.17% of all new gTLDs, with a presence of over 90 different registrars.

2016 Year created
gTLD Extension type (IANA)
On request Registration price / year
Open Registration restrictions

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About the .HAIR domain

What is the .HAIR domain?

.hair is a generic top-level domain with an unusual origin: it was registered with IANA on 16 September 2016 and originally delegated to the French cosmetics giant L'Oréal, before transferring to its current commercial operator, XYZ.COM LLC, on 15 September 2020. After opening to general public registration, .hair has achieved notable success: it exceeds 80,000 domains registered worldwide — 0.17% of all new gTLDs — with 71.13% active in the DNS zone. The registrar profile is led by Spaceship (13.17%), Namecheap (10.77%) and NameSilo (6.87%), with over 90 different registrars offering the extension, confirming very broad commercial distribution.
Extension .HAIR
IANA type gTLD
Created in 2016
Registry XYZ.COM LLC; technical backend operated by CentralNic. Originally delegated to L'Oréal in 2016, transferred to XYZ.COM LLC on 15 September 2020
Restrictions None
Registration On request
Renewal On request

Uses of .HAIR

Who is the .HAIR domain for?

These are the most common situations where .HAIR is the ideal extension.

Hair salons and beauty parlors

The most direct use: salons and stylists looking for a clear domain for their business.

Hair-care products

Brands and stores specialized in shampoos, treatments and hair-care products.

Hair extensions and wigs

Businesses focused on hair extensions, wigs and related products.

Stylists and hairdressing training

Academies and professionals teaching cutting and styling techniques.

Hair-cosmetics brands

Large and small brands in the sector taking advantage of the extension's direct meaning.

Hair transplant and implant clinics

Medical centers specialized in treatments for hair loss.

.HAIR vs other extensions

Which extension suits you best?

Each extension has its own profile. Here we compare .HAIR with the most common alternatives to help you choose.

Extension Best for Restrictions Registration price
.hair This page Hair salons, hair cosmetics and beauty None Contact us
.com Any project None $14.99/year
.beauty Beauty in general None Contact us
.salon Beauty salons specifically None Contact us

Registration process

How to register your .HAIR domain at miHosting

01

Check availability

Type the name you want in the search bar. We show you in seconds whether it's available or if you need to look for alternatives.

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Complete registration

Fill in the registrant details and choose whether to add hosting. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

03

Your domain is live

Within minutes your .HAIR domain is active and visible from anywhere in the world. DNS propagates in under 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about the .HAIR domain

Why did L'Oréal originally hold the .hair domain?

During ICANN's new-gTLD application process, L'Oréal was the entity that applied for and obtained the initial delegation of this extension in 2016, before transferring it to a commercial operator in 2020.

Who currently manages the .hair domain?

XYZ.COM LLC, with CentralNic as technical backend, since 15 September 2020.

Is .hair a popular extension?

Yes, it exceeds 80,000 registered domains — 0.17% of all new gTLDs — distributed across more than 90 different registrars, making it one of the most successful beauty extensions on the market.

Are there restrictions on registering a .hair domain?

No. Despite its origin tied to L'Oréal, it is now a fully open-registration extension with no need to prove activity in the sector.

How much does a .hair domain cost?

Pricing varies by registrar. Contact our miHosting team to confirm current pricing.

Can I register my .hair domain with miHosting?

Yes. Contact our team to confirm availability and current pricing for this extension.

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The .hair domain has an unusual origin: it was registered with IANA on 16 September 2016 and originally delegated to L'Oréal, before passing to its current commercial operator, XYZ.COM LLC, in 2020. After opening to the public, .hair has achieved notable success, with over 80,000 domains registered and commercial distribution across more than 90 different registrars. It is an extension with no registration restrictions, ideal for hair salons, hair-cosmetics brands and beauty businesses. Contact our team for current pricing and pair it with our professional hosting for your beauty business.