The beachy waves and sun-kissed locks eating acai bowls and perpetually holding surfboards under their arms on the Gold Coast didn’t come out of thin air – there’s a master hairdresser behind every one! Whether you’re kicking it in Burleigh or Southport is your hub, we’ve scoured the shores and found Gold Coast’s best hairdressers ready to give you your freshest new ‘do.
Epic Hair Designs | Hope Island
Not only is the hair created at Epic Hair Design's latest salon always a delight, but the experience itself has been carefully crafted to wow! Beneath the crystal chandelier, you’ll find an impressive team of stylists who have undergone comprehensive education programs to deliver the luxurious service Epic Hair Designs is renowned for. Epic's stylists are Blonde and Balayage specialists and are perfectionists! Besides the hair of your dreams, you’ll also be treated to their heavenly basin ritual with a relaxing acupressure scalp massage and aromatic hot towel performed by their expertly trained Kerastase Ambassadors. Plus, the five-star experience continues once you’ve left the high-end fit-out, with your personalised hair and scalp prescription featuring leading haircare brands and a full styling lesson to complete the service!
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Hair & Beauty On James | Burleigh Heads
Sitting pretty by the gorgeous Burleigh Beach, you’ll find a boutique salon that goes to great lengths to ensure you adore every second of your appointment! Hair & Beauty On James is home to amazing colourists, specialising in blondes and balayage that turn heads for all the right reasons. As a NAK salon, they’re all about vegan-friendly and Aussie-made products to create the stunning colour they’re renowned for. You’d think such brilliant work would come with a hefty price tag, but the friendly experts here offer an affordable service that keep their loyal clientele coming back for more. Their keratin smoothing treatments are also a crowd-favourite – sea salt frizz, begone!
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Hair Heaven Emporium | Carrara
When you’re kicking back in the plush salon chairs at Hair Heaven Emporium, you can rest assured knowing the sole focus of these expert stylists will be on you and your hair. Feeling like a million bucks is oh-so-fun in this boutique space, where they’ll ensure you feel appreciated at the hands of talented experts with plenty of advice to share. The amazing hair transformations at Hair Heaven Emporium are also about what’s on the inside – the team prioritise the integrity of your hair to create a healthy canvas, so they can work their magic every single time. Whether it’s keeping ahead of the latest trends or pampering you with a luxury service, it’s no surprise why the loyal clientele here are always coming back for more!
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Hair Journey | Palm Beach
Nourish your hair and your soul in a rejuvenating experience that lasts long after you’ve left this soothing salon. Specialising in low maintenance hair, owner and resident stylist, Katy Fox, will lead you on a journey of total bliss that ends with hair you’ll adore. Within the intimate space, Katy infuses reiki into her one-on-one work, while using products with organic and naturally derived ingredients to maintain the integrity of your hair. You’ll also most likely be joined by her lovely Frenchie, George, who works as a little heart healer to have you feeling all the dog love. Plus, a visit to Hair Journey can’t go without mentioning Katy’s renowned head massages – we’d book for this alone!
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Oscar Oscar Salons | Multiple Locations
Standing proudly at the forefront of the hair industry for years, you really can’t go past Oscar Oscar Salons. Whether you step into the Burleigh, Robina, or Pacific Fair salon, you’ll be greeted by sleek interiors and superior stylists who know how to bring out your greatest hair yet. From expert style cuts to seamless balayage, and gorgeous colour transformations, the team make crafting award-winning hair look easy! Indulge with their array of luxury hair treatments and leave with hair in prime condition, thanks to the premium haircare and styling products they use on the daily. Plus, every single one of their services begins with a soothing massage and complimentary treat to put you in the right frame of mind for a fabulous new ‘do.
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Paul and Paul Salon | Southport
For hair that stands out from the crowd, make this multi award-winning salon your new regular. Turning locks into works or art for over a decade, the team at Paul and Paul are experts at all facets of hairdressing, especially when it comes to colour and cuts. Priding themselves on long-lasting client relationships, every stylist at this Southport salon believes strong communication, honesty, and authenticity are the key to a successful salon. Led by salon directors Paul Philip and Paul Graham – who was awarded the Avant-Garde Hairdresser of the Year title in 2021 – you can be sure your hair is in talented hands. Sit pretty with a cuppa or glass of wine in anticipation of the new you!
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Stable Space | Miami
You’ll find the highest standard of hairdressing in this unique and discrete hair studio! Stable Space functions as a co-working space for several stellar freelance hairstylists, who come together to create masterpieces. As the pros of colour and cutting natural, textured hair, they’ll share their wisdoms with you to help you get the most out of your locks, every day of the week. Plus, the small stand-alone studio gives them the advantage of flexibility, so they can work around your busy schedule while consistently delivering high quality results. If you have an event on the horizon or just want a pick-me-up, these are your guys, as their styling skills are unparalleled – think big curls and envious waves bouncing out the door on the daily!
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Studio 23 Gold Coast | Biggera Waters
Feel right at home with the highly educated and experienced professionals at this gorgeous salon! Studio 23 Gold Coast plays host to a variety of individual stylists that specialise in all areas, so there’s sure to be a perfect match for you and your needs. With community love at their core, you’ll find more than just a hair appointment here – it’s a check in with an old friend who cares about you and happens to be truly amazing with hair! From extensions to chemical straightening, and every beautiful colour in between, their Instagram is full of inspo to get you peachy keen for your next appointment and ready for a glamorous new ‘do.
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The End Hairdressing | Mermaid Beach
This award-winning relaxed salon destination is located by the beach on the Gold Coast. The End Hairdressing has a strong dedication to training and keeping up with the latest trends and techniques. The team will deliver to you world-class service commencing with a complimentary consultation for all guests to deliver the highest level of craftmanship. The End team offers a range of services including precision cutting, colouring, highlighting and balayage, whilst working with industry leading brands including Redken and Kevin Murphy. They offer a large range of luxury treatments, each tailored to their guest’s specific haircare needs. The salon also offers beauty services including bridal, formal, glam and SFX makeup, and waxing.
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Trendz Hair Studios | Main Beach
Kick back by the beach and let the world-class techniques and premium hair products used by this expert team whisk you away – without the designer price tag! Beautiful clean blondes and seamless balayage are the forté at Trendz Hair Studio, who are all about promoting your hair’s optimal health and condition. Each of the stylists here receive extra intensive training, which allows their colour standards to reach whole new heights. Never skimping on product or time, you can rest assured knowing you’re in the hands of trusted legends who have your hair’s best interest at heart. Consultations are free, so book yours today to find out how your hair dreams can become a reality!
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David Dibley Salon | Southport
This close-knit team of hardworking professionals have been carefully selected to provide the best service all day, every day! Working one-on-one with you from start to finish, you can relax into their luxurious salon chairs knowing you’re in expert hands with the ultimate sense of comfort to sweeten the deal. Specialising in ethically sourced weft extensions, thick and natural blends, fine foil work, lived-in blondes, and game-changing colour corrections, perfection is their standard. David Dibley Salon is also an ambassador for the ground-breaking Novak Hair Co keratin treatment, that repairs and adds shine to all hair types, without altering your beautiful colour work. The result? Your most gorgeous hair yet!
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