Let Your Hair Do The Talking With Brisbane’s Best Colourists
The ultimate hair affair
Whether your signature hue has you in a chokehold for another year or 2024 is the time to try a new look, having a top-notch salon by your side is all it takes to transform your mane into a red-carpet-worthy ‘do that will leave jaws dropping and heads turning, all the while avoiding the unnecessary disappointments most of us have experienced before.
Ready to dive into a spectrum of possibilities? Our list is your passport to Brisbane’s most skilled hair colourists. Get set to redefine your locks from root to tip, because with these experts, every strand tells a vibrant and unforgettable story.
It’s time to bid adieu to the box dye because we’ve found the best colourists in Brisbane. So, scroll down and ensure these hair wizards make it onto your ‘must-visit’ list.
By the way, we consider everyone in this list the best of the best! To make finding your next favourite that much easier, we’ve ordered the list alphabetically by suburb and also have filtering tabs for your convenience. Did we miss someone from the list? Let us know here!
Blondee
Morningside, Newstead
Whether you’re diving into the world of colours for the first time or you’re a seasoned salon pro, the 2024 mood is clear – it’s time to spice up your locks with a little help from the fabulous team at Blondee Salon! But don’t let the name mislead you – Blondee director Faith Williams and her crew of skilled stylists are the maestros of hair transformation, ready to turn any hair colour into the hue of your dreams – brunettes, brondes, and redheads included. From a sun-kissed blonde to a copper shade straight out of the celebrity playbook and everything in between, flaunt-worthy hair makeovers are part of their daily routine! The secret to their success? The Blondee team has extensive on-the-job training ensuring your hair is in top-notch shape with five-star K18 treatments and crème de la crème products from Wella, Kevin Murphy, and Kerastase. Color me happy, indeed!
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Hair By The Collective
East Brisbane
A new hue is just what the doctor ordered in 2024, and fashion forward salon, Hair By The Collective, houses a team of skilled colourists who can tailor their work to suit your style. No matter what hair colour you’re after, this team will take the time to talk you through a range of colour gradient options to create a truly personalised result. As you relax in their cosy salon, your expert colourist will work with you to custom blend a flawless, multi-dimensional hue that is vibrant, healthy, and lush. Bring on more good hair days!
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Hey Hair
Windsor
Leaving a trail of breathtakingly gorgeous shades in their wake, the master stylists at Hey Hair speak the science of hues – blending shades like artists on a canvas. In this chic gem of Colwill Place, you won’t just receive a hair transformation, but a personalised masterpiece that effortlessly elevates your style. With an eye for detail and a commitment to excellence, the Hey Hair team don’t just settle for ordinary. Honed by skillful techniques and a bespoke approach that ensures longevity as well as your hair’s integrity, these colourists push boundaries with grace. Step inside this boho-chic haven and let the Hey Hair magic leave you not only satisfied but utterly mesmerised!
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Lavelle Hair
Greenslopes
Looking for a full colour transformation? Then step into Lavelle Hair. Their kind and talented team are all about ensuring you feel like your best self, so when you come into the salon and tell them about your specific hair goals, they’ll use their technical skills to provide you with a mane that’s completely unique to you. With international experience and world-class training, the Lavelle Hair team can blend your perfect hair colour with sustainable and Australian-owned products, and offer quick touch-ups to help with colour maintenance and longevity. On top of all this, Lavelle Hair also accommodates medical and religious sensitivities, as well as the sensory processing needs of each individual client. So, if you’re looking for a salon that’ll not only give you an amazing colour treatment, but also caters to your individual needs, then Lavelle Hair is the salon for you!
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Cameo Rose Hair Boutique
Wavell Heights
Your hair talks, and the master colourists at Cameo Rose Hair are fluent listeners! From crafting a bespoke hue that matches your vision and lifestyle, to keeping the integrity of your strands in tip-top shape, an appointment at Cameo Rose Hair is basically a therapy session for your locks. This super-trained squad is armed with only the best, like cruelty-free brand Paul Mitchell which offers unparalleled dimension and coverage, as well as the cult-fave and vegan O&M. Step inside this salon and be put at ease with its buzzing community spirit, as you spend the journey to gorgeous results munching on mini cheese boards and chatting to your neighbour. Colour goals? Tick tick!
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Sol Hair
Paddington
Combining their serene ambience and commitment to sustainability, this Paddington gem has etched its name amongst the finest salons in Brisbane. Led by the remarkable Kristie Sibson (the mastermind behind Sol Hair and your go-to guru for beautiful, lived-in colour), the team pride themselves on crafting an experience and final look as unique as you are. Whether it’s remembering your favourite part of the appointment is the head massage or knowing that when you ask for a trim you mean a half-trim, the Sol Hair crew are sure to go above and beyond. Plus, at this chic salon, sustainability is not a mere tagline; it’s a commitment that runs deep. Using premium and organic products to create their gorgeous shades, a visit to Sol Hair will leave you feeling on top of the world while also keeping the planet in tip-top shape.
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The Lounge & Co
Newstead, West End, Ormiston
Ready for a new hue? A hair transformation is a surefire way to make a statement, and if you think 2024 is the year to rock a whole new look, then we recommend visiting The Lounge & Co. With Director Candice Whitehead at the helm, this award-winning team is renowned for their blonde, balayage, ombré, and complete colour transformations. Whether you’re looking for a more drastic change or simply want to lighten your locks with a foil or two, these talented experts will ensure the outcome is one that helps you shine. Designed with modern and luxurious touches, the welcoming atmosphere at The Lounge & Co will make you feel relaxed and completely carefree, as their incredible stylists get to work crafting your fabulous new look.
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Togninis
Fortitude Valley
Looking for someone to trust with your best look yet? Well, look no further because the Togninis crew has been crafting, blending, and toning their way to international award-winning colours for over three decades! When you place your locks in their capable hands, you can bet your new ‘do will be one you’ll adore. These wizards – crowned Salon Team of the Year – specialise in creating hair transformations that are nothing short of breathtaking. Using colour like true artists, expect stellar techniques in defining, amplifying natural features, and giving you life-changing locks that turn heads. Worried about the post-salon upkeep being a full-time gig? Fear not! Togninis is all about keeping it low-maintenance and budget-friendly, ensuring your fabulous new look won’t break the bank. So, pay a visit and join the Togninis family!
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Orb Hair & Beauty
New Farm
When you book a colour at Orb Hair & Beauty, you’ll be treated to an experience like no other! Before you arrive at your initial reservation, you’ll receive an in depth consult to help match you with a handpicked colourist who can achieve the best result for you, and a stylist who can give you the cut of your dreams. Upon arrival, your very own highly-skilled haircare team will work their magic on your mane. Developing a unique image plan you’ll be able to treat your tresses and maintain not just your colour, but your overall hair health long after your appointment ends. For a colour that’s uniquely yours, Orb, established for over 23 years in New Farm, really is the place to be!
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Black Flamingo
Nundah
With master colourists that are unapologetically bold, Black Flamingo Studio crafts unique transformations that bring confidence and empower clients to go beyond the ordinary. Committed to sustainability, the studio is a proud partner of Sustainable Salons, recycling up to 95% of their waste (which includes hair clippings and left-over chemicals). Partnering with the high quality, sustainable brand, Goldwell, this studio is a beacon of conscious beauty with a talented team dedicated to enhancing individual style, promising a memorable and educational experience. Join the growing list of loyal clients who have discovered the exceptional work behind the doors of Black Flamingo Studio, where you can dare to be bold and show your extraordinary self.
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Fluid The Color Salon
Camp Hill
True to its name, Fluid The Color Salon is dedicated to delivering glossy, vibrant, and stunning colour transformations for everyone – particularly those seeking an environmentally friendly and a luxe experience. Using only luxury, clean products applied by Master Colorists, you can rest assured your blonde, brown, red or even rainbow-coloured Hair will be in the most expert & capable hands. To deliver only the best results, they use the most innovative products from world-leading ammonia and PPD-free brands to deliver a hair makeover of the highest calibre. With a dedication to personalised service and breathtaking results, Fluid The Color Salon distinguishes itself through amazing technical skill that keeps raving fans going back ! They’ll go above and beyond to find the best shade for you, so you leave feeling confident and 100% satisfied!
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Melt Studio
Gordon Park
Yearning for a change? Nothing will beat a mane transformation at Melt Salon. With over 57 years of combined experience, they certainly know how to turn lacklustre locks into brighter, shinier tresses using ammonia-free colours and Davines products. Plus, enjoy all the bonuses like a daily spiritual quote card, crystals, chocolate, and lemongrass-infused warm towels to melt your daily stresses away. The best part is you needn’t worry about facing the crowds in a shopping centre because Melt is a stand-alone salon located on a quiet suburban street. Ready for a new ‘do? Book in today and get set for your best look yet!
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Elevate Salon
Brisbane City, The Gap
When it comes to creating beautiful, luscious, and long-lasting colours, Elevate Salon is one of the best. The team is dedicated to turning your hair colour dreams into a reality while maintaining the quality and integrity of your locks – after all healthy hair is key. From blonde to balayage, brunette and vivid hues, there’s nothing the team can’t do. Not sure what you’re after? With five beautiful salons across Brisbane and Redcliffe where customer service is paramount, let this warm, friendly, and talented team take you on a journey of beautiful and healthy hair!
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Ginger & Spice Hair
Wooloowin
Ready to elevate your hair colour game? Look no further than Ginger & Spice – the reigning champs of colour magic! It all begins with a pre-appointment online consultation form, where they spill the tea on what’s possible for your hair, lifestyle, and budget (no gatekeeping here!). As you walk into the salon, you’re sure to get the royal treatment with your very own refreshment station, complete with a hot drink, sweet snacks, aromatherapy hand towels, and even a phone charger. Stocked with high-end products like Kerastase and L’Oréal Professional, these colour maestros aren’t just about the here and now; they’ve got a game plan to keep your stylish new look going strong in the long-term. Housing a team with over 60 years of experience, Ginger & Spice is all about treating you to your me-time, from the blissful scalp massage to plenty of white chocolate freckles on hand.
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Soothe Hair Salon
East Brisbane
Tired of the busy and loud hair salons? We present you Soothe Hair Salon, a new concept studio designed for a serene escape for those seeking peace and quiet while working on their hair transformation. Offering a cosy and intimate atmosphere, Soothe ensures a personalised experience, allowing clients to relax and unwind in a judgement-free environment. The salon reflects its founders commitment to creating a low-sensory, welcoming space for everyone. At Soothe, silence is golden, and clients can choose the level of conversation during appointments – what a treat! With a focus on colour and blonde, this Redken Certified salon combines expert techniques, one-on-one services, and top-notch products to create a stunning and vibrant look tailored uniquely to you. Experience a new standard in hair care, where serenity, inclusivity, and fabulous hair all combine.
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L’Artiste Coiffeur Hairdresser
Teneriffe
Ready for a mane makeover? L’Artiste Coiffeur specialises in colour transformation for natural beauty enhancements, ensuring no two tones are the same and you leave the salon feeling fabulous and confident. Whether you’re chasing a bold blonde, switching to the dark side, or craving a beautiful, blended French balayage, these expert stylists are sure to help you achieve your dream ‘do. They’re also home to one of Brisbane’s best and only grey transitioning services, which sees your grey and natural hair colours harmoniously and softly blend together for more radiance and shine – no harsh regrowth here! Your happiness and hair health is prioritised with an in-depth consultation and formal French techniques to guarantee that your unique needs and desires are met. Even incorporating colour analysis of your skin tone and eyes to create luscious locks, a L’Artiste Coiffeur service will perfectly enhance your natural beauty.
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Epic Hair Designs
Multiple Locations
Want to switch things up with the help of the pros? Then say hello to Epic Hair Designs! The salon group, which has 16 locations across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, are one of the best when it comes to creating beautiful, long-lasting colours. Whether you’re planning to go lighter for the new year, after a full hair transformation (did someone say auburn balayage red?), or not entirely sure what to book in for, the Epic Hair Designs team have you covered. From the moment you walk, the team will ensure your every need is met (we’re talking high-speed Internet, charging cables, delightful refreshments, and more), before diving into a detailed consultation. So, what are you waiting for? Start your colour journey today!
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TONI&GUY Brisbane
Brisbane city
Whether you’ve tried out every colour under the sun or have precious, untouched locks, colouring your hair is nothing short of a science. That’s why the pros at TONI&GUY invite you to come by the salon for your dream colour. Toss out that box dye and buckle up, because your hair game is about to level up! With highly experienced colourists, you can achieve the colour you’ve been yearning for, all in the comfort of their cushy salon. As a full-service salon, enjoy luxurious basin time, knowledgeable hairdressers, and results that will have you flipping your hair all over town.
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Paris Texas Hairdressing
Milton
Whether you’re unleashing your inner blonde bombshell, igniting the scene with fiery red locks, embracing the timeless allure of a classic brunette, or infusing a burst of vibrant colour into your life, the Paris Texas Hairdressing team is your trusted ally for delivering results that’ll leave you in awe. Put your locks in the skillful hands of these experts and immerse yourself in the magic of master colourist techniques. From understanding your colour preferences to tailoring styles that reflect your personality, each appointment at Paris Texas will leave you transformed and styled to mirror your unique self. With over 100 years of combined industry experience under their belt, this salon certainly knows how to deliver gorgeous results!
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