The Best Hairdressers in Canberra for a Cut and Colour

Aside from perhaps fresh nails, nothing beats that feeling when you walk out of a salon post-hair appointment, with a new cut, colour or a blow dry. We can’t get enough of it. 

If you’re in the mood for a dramatic new look or yet to find a hair salon in Canberra worthy of a re-book, we’ve got you covered. Read on for the best hairdressers and hairdressing salons in Canberra.

Blonde Poetry

Whether it’s a high-maintenance platinum blonde, a subtle face frame or a gorgeous, lived-in colour, the team at Blonde Poetry are pros in all things—you guessed it—blonde!

If you’re not living on the lighter side of life, you can also book in for brunette makeovers, hair extensions, deluxe cuts, treatments and blowouts, or visit their XOXO Salon for lash services, facials and waxing to have you feeling brand new and super fine from head to toe.

Shop 4 , 44 Curtin Place, Curtin

lbh salon

lbh salon is a collective of expert hair stylists working under the same roof. They are some of the best in the business and if you’re yet to find a stylist to create a long-lasting relationship with, this is the salon for you. Not to mention their affinity for creating lived-in tousled waves, lived-in colour and bronde looks that garner one of the longest waiting lists in the state.

G12/45 Honeysett View, Kingston

Kundalini Hair 

Are you looking for a luxurious salon experience? Kundalini Hair delivers in spades. This local business is home to several stylists ranging from emerging to expert, they cover holistic hair services across various price points. This serene salon is also one of Canberra’s only clean salons, using only a toxic-free colour backed by science devoid of ammonia, PPDs, parabens and resorcinol.

Hotel Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton 

Cataldo’s Salon

With over 55 years in business, Cataldo’s is an award-winning salon you can rely on. Their dedicated staff are professional, their treatments deliver and you will walk out feeling like a brand-new person. They also manage an incredible blow wave so if you have an event to attend, you know where to go! With two Canberra locations, it’s never been easier to get the tousled tresses of your dreams.

28 Ainslie Place, Canberra City 

98 Corinna Street, Phillip

Cali Studio

Cali is the coolest salon in Canberra. Located in Campbell, it’s modern, the staff are seriously talented and all you need to do is take a peek at their Instagram to check out the amazing bangs, rich brunettes and lived-in blonde looks they churn out on the daily. They also do an epic 90s blow wave that we are all about. 

12 Provan Street, Campbell

Kate Lily Dressing Hair

A well-known and much-loved hairstylist in the Canberra region, Kate Lily is a freelancer whose passion is to create magic for brides on their wedding day (attention all Canberra brides-to-be!). With years of extensive experience, Kate can create anything from classic to on-trend styles, but she does fill up quickly so get in touch asap if you want her to style your hair for your big day.

Unit 7, 9 Barker Street, Griffith

Jones + Me

Headed up by Director Darren Jones, Jones + Me takes pride in its personalised experience that begins with a free 15-minute consultation for all new clients to determine a bespoke solution to suit your style and needs. Sip on tea or coffee whilst you wind down in the relaxed space. 

Shop G25, 6 Provan Street, Campbell 

Axis Hairdressing

The staff at Axis are seriously skilled. The service is great, and if a new colour is what you’re after, they will deliver. It’s effortlessly chic and you’ll always leave feeling like you’ve just caught up with friends. We love that they work with your goals, be they colour correction or low-maintenance locks, they’ll form a plan and get you on your way. 

142/5 Donaldson Street, Canberra

Off London

Located in the city centre, Off London is one of the leading hairdressing salons on the Canberra hair scene for years. The salon has a distinct energeic vibe, and their staff are insanely talented and creative too, so if you’re in the mood for a major change (we’ve all been there!) and want to be kept in safe hands—try your luck here.

They’re great at nailing those vibrant colours from bright orange to marshmallow pink. 

Ground Floor, CML Building, University Avenue Canberra City

After you visit one of the best hairdressers in Canberra, make the most of your new do’ and hit the town. Start with a delicious dinner before ending with a nightcap at one of Canberra’s best bars.