Honest About How We Make Money
We believe in full transparency. Here’s exactly how affiliate marketing works on modernhaircare.blog — and why it never affects our reviews.
1 What Is Affiliate Marketing?
Affiliate marketing is a widely used, legitimate way for content creators and bloggers to earn revenue by recommending products they genuinely believe in. When you click a link on modernhaircare.blog and then make a purchase, we may receive a small commission from the retailer — at absolutely no extra cost to you.
This model allows us to keep modernhaircare.blog completely free for readers while sustaining the research, testing, and expert consultation that goes into every review and buying guide we publish.
The Simple Version
Think of it like a referral fee. If a friend told you about a great hair dryer and you bought it, the retailer might thank your friend with a small payment. We receive the same kind of referral fee — and you pay the same price either way.
2 How It Works — Step by Step
The affiliate process is straightforward and transparent. Here’s the exact journey from our recommendation to a potential commission:
We Research & Review Hair Care Products
Our team independently evaluates shampoos, conditioners, hair dryers, straighteners, and accessories using research, ingredient analysis, and user feedback — entirely on our own initiative.
We Include Affiliate Links in Our Content
Product links on our site often go through affiliate tracking systems (like Amazon Associates or ShareASale). These links look and function like any regular link — they just include a tracking ID in the URL.
You Click & Visit the Retailer
When you click a product link, you’re taken directly to the retailer’s website. The price you see is exactly what you’d pay if you arrived any other way — affiliates do not add fees to prices.
If You Purchase, We Earn a Small Commission
If you make a purchase within the affiliate cookie window (typically 24–90 days depending on the program), we receive a commission — usually 1–10% of the sale price. This comes entirely from the retailer’s margin, not your pocket.
We Use Revenue to Improve the Blog
Commissions help fund our hosting costs, product testing budget, and the time our writers spend researching hair care science — so we can keep delivering free, expert-level content to you.
3 Our Editorial Independence
The most important thing we want you to know: affiliate relationships never influence what we write. We have strict editorial standards that keep our content honest and reader-focused.
We Don’t Accept Paid Reviews
No brand can pay to have a product reviewed, featured, or rated higher on modernhaircare.blog. Every review is initiated by our editorial team.
Ratings Are Research-Based
Product scores are determined by objective criteria — ingredients, performance data, value, and real-world user experiences — not by commission rates.
We Recommend Against Products Too
If a hair care product doesn’t perform well, we say so — even if it has a lucrative affiliate program. Honest negatives build your trust, not commissions.
We Update Reviews Fairly
If a formula changes or new data emerges, we revise our assessments regardless of any affiliate arrangement with the brand involved.
Commission Rates Don’t Drive Rankings
A product ranked #1 in our buying guides is ranked there because it’s genuinely the best option — not because it pays a higher commission.
All Affiliate Links Are Clearly Marked
We disclose affiliate relationships at the top of every relevant article and page so you’re always informed before clicking any product link.
4 No Extra Cost to You — Ever
This is the part we want to be completely unambiguous about: clicking our affiliate links never costs you more money. The price displayed on the retailer’s website is the same price you pay whether you arrive via our link, a Google search, or typing the URL directly.
In fact, because we research and compare products extensively, shopping through our recommendations often saves you time, effort, and money — helping you avoid overpaying for products that don’t match your hair type or needs.
You Benefit Too
By supporting modernhaircare.blog through affiliate links, you’re directly helping us invest in better research, more in-depth reviews, and expert-backed hair care guidance — all free of charge. It’s a win-win.
FTC Compliance Statement
modernhaircare.blog complies with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on endorsements and testimonials (16 CFR Part 255). We clearly disclose our affiliate relationships in all relevant content. This disclaimer page, along with in-article disclosures, fulfills our FTC obligations and reflects our genuine commitment to transparency with our readers.
5 Affiliate Programs We Participate In
We work with several reputable affiliate networks and programs to cover the wide range of hair care products we review. These may include, but are not limited to:
- 🛒 Amazon Associates Program — for hair care products, tools, and accessories sold on Amazon.
- 🤝 ShareASale & Commission Junction (CJ) — for brand-direct affiliate programs from hair care manufacturers.
- 🌐 Other networks — we may also partner with individual brands or other affiliate platforms as our content grows.
Please also review our Privacy Policy to understand how affiliate click data and cookies are handled on our site.
Have Questions About Our Affiliate Policy?
If you have any concerns, questions, or feedback about our affiliate practices or any specific recommendation, our team is happy to help. We value your trust above all else.
✉ Contact Our Team