If you’re planning a magical day at Magic Kingdom, there’s a good chance you’ve considered making an appointment at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. Nestled inside Cinderella Castle, this beloved salon experience is a dream come true for many little princes and princesses. But while it’s all tiaras and pixie dust on the surface, there’s a behind-the-scenes moment most guests never notice — and it’s surprisingly practical.
The Royal Treatment: What You Can Expect
At Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, kids ages 3 to 14 can be transformed into royalty with the help of their very own Fairy Godmother-in-Training. There are a variety of packages available, ranging in price depending on what your child is hoping for — from simple hairstyling and makeup to full head-to-toe costume transformations.
Here’s a quick breakdown of current pricing (subject to change):
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Carriage Package: $99.95+
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Castle Package: $199.95+
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Deluxe Castle Package: $229.95+
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Knight Package: starts at $19.95
Each package includes hairstyling, makeup, and accessories, with dresses, shoes, and wands available depending on the level selected.
Why Kids Love It
This experience is truly one-of-a-kind. The cast members go above and beyond to make every child feel special — from personalized attention and storytelling to final “royal reveals” with sparkles and flair. There’s even a regal backdrop for photo ops once the transformation is complete.
It’s not just a salon visit — it’s a full show. And for families, it’s often the highlight of their Magic Kingdom day.
What’s Really Happening During That Hairstyling Session?
While the Fairy Godmothers-in-Training are gently brushing and styling, they’re also doing something parents may not expect: checking for lice.
That’s right — Disney has incorporated a subtle but important hygiene protocol into the experience. As part of preparing your child’s hair for styling, cast members are trained to observe the scalp and roots discreetly for signs of lice or nits.
This might involve carefully parting sections of hair, brushing slowly from root to tip, or pausing to examine the scalp more closely — all while staying in character and keeping the experience magical.
Tara Bull shared a video of the lice check in action, stating, “Disney is very creative when checking for lice”
Disney is very creative when checking for lice pic.twitter.com/wZYlEN8Dqf
— TaraBull (@TaraBull808) April 14, 2025
Why the Head Check Makes Sense
With so many children rotating through the boutique each day, it’s essential that Disney takes precautions to avoid the spread of lice. Brushes, styling tools, tiaras, and chairs are shared between guests (though cleaned frequently), and a lice outbreak could impact multiple guests and their families.
Disney cast members are trained to look for:
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White or yellowish nits close to the scalp
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Redness or irritation
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Small moving bugs (in more obvious cases)
If any concerns are noticed, a cast member will discreetly pause the appointment and speak with the family privately. The goal is always to protect all guests while maintaining the integrity of the experience.
Disney-Level Cleanliness
It’s no surprise that Disney takes cleanliness and safety seriously. What’s impressive is how they’ve managed to blend necessary precautions into the experience so seamlessly that most families never even notice.
If you’re planning to visit Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, consider giving your child’s hair a good check before your appointment, just to avoid any unexpected delays or awkwardness — and make sure to bring your own brush or accessories if you’d prefer an extra layer of control.
The Magic Is in the Details
Disney has thought through every moment of the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique — including the ones you don’t see. Whether your child walks out as a Cinderella, Elsa, or knight in shining armor, rest assured the experience is designed to be as clean, safe, and magical as possible.
And now you know — even Fairy Godmothers have a few practical spells up their sleeves.
