The Best Blow Dry Bars in Melbourne for Bouncy Locks
Hair in need of a voluminous refresh? Treat yourself to a bouncy blow dry at one of these seriously chic salons and best blow dry bars in Melbourne.

When it comes to hair, there is no ‘one cut’ fits all. The same goes for styling – if you’re banking on a bouncy blow dry for your next big Melbourne event, you want to know that your mane is in good hands. In a city that loves to party, Melbourne has an impressive line-up of hair salons with stylists well-equipped to give your hair the red-carpet treatment.
From laneway boutiques and celebrity stylists to nationally acclaimed salons, we’ve rounded up the best hairdressers and blow-dry bars in Melbourne for a bouncy blowout that wows. Move over, Matilda Djerf!

Harpo Hair
For a truly luxe hair experience, look no further than Harpo Hair, one of Melbourne’s most sought-after salons. Founded by the talented Posey Broomhall — recently nominated for AHAI VIC Hairdresser of the Year — Harpo has earned cult status for its signature, long-lasting 7-day blow wave. Since opening in 2014, the salon has grown from a one-chair boutique to a two-location beauty destination in Brighton, delivering over 35,000 flawless blowouts with unmatched precision and care. With signature blow waves from just $45, it’s true what they say – good hair days start with Harpo.
129 Were Street & 750 Hampton Street, Brighton

Everyday Hair Salon
This low-waste, zero-carbon, inclusive hair salon in Brunswick is a favourite of ours for that perfect blow dry in Melbourne. Minimal and ever so chic, Everyday Hair Salon takes a natural approach to colour, cutting and style, embracing a low-maintenance look. Think colour that’s elevated, yet easy to maintain and cuts that fit seamlessly into our clients’ lifestyles. Go for their signature styling approach, which includes a wash, blow dry and a signature style designed to suit you and your lifestyle.
169 Sydney Road, Brunswick

Rakis on Collins
Experience outstanding and first-rate hair services in Melbourne at Rakis on Collins, with scalp massages, hair washes, conditioning treatments, and a particularly good blow-drying service. Nestled above the ‘Paris’ end of Collins Street, their exceptional cutting-edge style haircare service has seen them win over 100 industry awards in their 39-year history and earned them the reputation as one of the city’s premier hair salons, so expect your hair to be the star of the show.
Level 2/178 Collins Street, Melbourne

Edwards and Co.
Effortlessly stylish and elevated, Edwards and Co. is one of Australia’s hottest hair salons. With two locations in Melbourne, the talented stylists are always on point when it comes to taming your mane. Although they’re renowned for their colouring and cuts, when you need a show-stopping style for your next big event, a blow dry at the hands of one of these stylists is a must, starting at $75 with emerging stylists.
1/22 Punch Lane, Melbourne
230 Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

The BLOW Australia
Ever-so-chic salon The BLOW Australia is all about – you guessed it – the blow dry. They have a blow-dry menu of on-trend styles to suit any hair type and taste, such as the Rich Girl Hair, The Glitterati or Baby Got Beach. To treat your hair to something extra special, The BLOW has a few add-ons to choose from, such as a salt scrub scalp massage and hair treatments. If you’re short on time, opt for speedy dry styling.
146 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

Joey Scandizzo Salon
Arguably one of the best hair salons in Melbourne, Joey Scandizzo Salon’s client list reads like a who’s who of Melbourne’s social scene. This means they’re always on trend and have the know-how to work your mane into the perfect slick back or blow dry it into luscious locks. Located in fashionable South Yarra, the team is award-winning for a reason.
168-172 Toorak Road, South Yarra

Oscar Charlie
Oscar Charlie is an exceptional hair salon and a go-to blow-dry bar for shiny, voluminous locks and dreamy styling. They even offer blow-dry bundles, where you can purchase five blow-dries and get your sixth one free. Premium quality products form the foundation of their stunning results, to ensure your hair is at its healthiest and shiniest, and that your blowout actually lasts.
92 Bay Street, Port Melbourne

Blowout Bar
Blowout Bar is Melbourne’s original blow-dry bar and remains one of the best, with a shiny salon in Toorak and another opening soon in Brighton for bayside girlies. These salons cater to just about every hair whim, from their signature bouncy blowouts and express styling on dry hair to Keratin treatments and colour refreshes. Oh, and it’s also licensed, so you can enjoy a glass of bubbly while tending to your tresses. Go on, then…
Shop 4/412 Toorak Road, Toorak
209 Bay Street, Brighton

Saint Louie
Tucked away in one of Melbourne’s laneways, ever-so-trendy salon Saint Louie is a seriously cool space to hang out in and treat your hair to a little TLC. Business partners Ivan Constable and Jean-Paul Rosette have had their work featured in the likes of Marie Claire, Vanity Fair and Vogue, plus on the runways of New York and London’s Fashion Weeks. Needless to say, this is where you want to book your next salon appointment if you need your hair to speak glamorous volumes.
26 Russell Place, Melbourne

UVA Salon
If you’re after experience, UVA Salon has it in spades. Working on the likes of Jen Hawkins, Bec Judd and Nadia Bartel, Maria Uva knows how to whip up a hairstyle to impress. And, lucky for us, she has opened a salon in Prahan, so we too can enjoy the fruits of her labour. Book in advance, because appointments are hard to come by with a rep like this.
175 Greville Street, Prahran

Rokk Ebony
All about style and convenience, Rokk Ebony has several salons scattered throughout Melbourne. So, whether you want a fresh look for that big event or a boost in confidence on a self-care day, each of Rokk Ebony’s stylists is well-versed in the latest trends. If you have some time to spare, pair it with one of their other treatments for the complete pamper experience.
Various locations across Melbourne, see website for details

Major Chase Salon
Major Chase Salon is a boutique hair studio in Windsor. Conveniently located in the heart of High Street, this blow-dry bar and salon is changing the way Melbourne does hair.
Major Chase Salon offers cuts, colour treatments and styling – including hair ups, extensions, and, of course, a truly fabulous blow out. Here, you are the centre of attention, and the stylists work with you to create an amazing look that brings out your best self. All that is left for you to do is relax and enjoy the pampering and luxury at your fingertips.
246 High Street, Windsor
Why stop at the best blow-dry bars in Melbourne? This city has every spa, salon and beauty treatment under the sun. From eyebrow shaping to massages and manicures, we’ve road tested them all so you know the best ones to book for your next relaxing pamper session. You are welcome.