The Best Hairdressers in Brisbane for a Fresh Cut

Choosing a hairdresser is one of life’s biggest decisions. Finding someone who understands your hair and how to make the most of it is a high priority for many.

Whether you’re looking for a classic style or something a little more cutting-edge, Brisbane’s award-winning salons are experts in the world of trimming, dyeing and blow-drying. We know how hard it is to find a good hairdresser, so when you do, it’s best to hold onto them.

Lucky for you, we’ve gone and found the best hair salons in Brisbane, guaranteed to give you a flawless finish. Slip into some comfy clothes and head to the salon, you’ll be glowing inside and out in no time. 

Keep scrolling to discover some of the best hairdressers in Brisbane!

Level 10 The Studio

Facing the Brisbane River in Teneriffe, Level 10 The Studio sets itself apart from other salons around the city with a welcoming atmosphere, bespoke experience and attention to detail.

Ensconced within the rustic charm of its Heritage-listed Woolstore home, this modern and contemporary salon brings innovative fresh colours and styles along with classic looks. You’ll be greeted with your choice of tea, coffee, prosecco or a cocktail along with an artisanal snack, before making your way to your seat or the sink.

Some of the best hairdressers in Brisbane reside within this salon, and are armed with a wealth of knowledge to help you achieve your hair goals!

25/53 Vernon Terrace, Teneriffe

Little Hair Nest

Little Hair Nest is a cosy escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life, offering you a chance to sit back, unwind and let their expert team of hair stylists and colourists take care of you.

Offering a holistic and specialised treatment for each client, the Little Hair Nest team are passionate about ensuring your salon experience is free of any harsh chemicals with their ammonia-free, sulphate and paraben-free products.

70 Charlotte Street, Paddington

ROKSTAR Salon

ROKSTAR by name, rockstar by nature. A visit to this salon will leave you with a celeb-worthy hairstyle, personalised to your look and your lifestyle. Having won multiple awards and consistently being voted as one of Brisbane’s best hairdressers, you know your tresses are in top-notch hands here.

Book in for a touch-up, a treatment or a total makeover on your next visit to ROKSTAR to enjoy some you-time and leave feeling like a total star.

The Glass Factory, Shop 2/57 Vulture Street, West End

Ellie May & Co

A charming and chic little studio tucked away in a quiet corner of Red Hill, Ellie May & Co is a salon occupied by three of Brisbane’s best hairdressers.

Operating independently under one roof, each stylist here gives you one-on-one treatment, so you’re not left sitting around at the sink. Let the team treat you to tea, coffee or a glass of wine while you put your feet up and enjoy your specialised treatment.

Shop 3, 186 Arthur Terrace, Red Hill

Lila Boheme

After working in two of Brisbane’s leading city salons, plus a short stint in Italy, founder Lisa Guardala has built a loyal following of creatives and forward-thinkers in Lila Boheme.

Working alongside senior stylist, colourist and makeup artist Nicola Gangemi and senior colour technician and stylist Tara Quin, the talented trio have worked their magic at fashion weeks, editorials, film clips and television across the country.

Using luxurious products from the likes of Kevin Murphy, these ladies specialise in making you feel incredible – offering honest, expert advice on the looks best suited to you and your lifestyle.

89 Heal Street, New Farm

Edwards & Co

A brief scroll through their Instagram feed of one of the best hairdressers in Brisbane… and we’ve decided it’s time to make an appointment.

The team behind Edwards and Co. have quite the knack for turning a tousle of unkempt strands into a luscious head of hair. Helmed by Jaye Edwards, the iconic salon hidden behind the walls of a Fortitude Valley warehouse is considered the fashion set’s go-to for all things cut and colour.

If you like your salons of the high-octane glamour and celebrity-endorsed variety, then Edwards & Co is for you.

Ada Lane, 46 James Street, Fortitude Valley

Elysium Hair

Elysium Hair is one of the best in the business – and they’ve got the shiny awards to prove it. They’re four-time winners of Australia’s Best Hair Salon, so you know you’re always in for world-class treatment here.

Cut, colour and styling services are second to none, with free consultations offered to all clients to ensure that your goals align with your hair type, strength, budget and available stylists.

Beyond the hair, expect a genuine and inclusive atmosphere that makes you feel like a part of the family.

15 Adelaide Street, Brisbane City

Rixon Hair

Masters of the cool ‘clean girl’ aesthetic and one of the best hair salons in Brisbane, Rixon Hair’s precision-perfect, easy-to-wear (and crucially, maintain) styles are a cut above the rest.

Having been a central part of the city’s hair scene for more than 20 years, their mission is simple: to cultivate a community of passionate young creatives with a strong commitment to individual beauty.

The stunningly serene space oozes minimalist luxury, with its neutral colour palate and exposed brick feature wall only adding to its allure. Be it a fresh colour, cut, highlights or a simple blowout, you’ll walk out of this CBD salon looking effortlessly chic.

Level 1/106 Edward Street, Brisbane City

Fluid The Color Salon

From vibrant rainbow hues to pretty pastels and rich auburn, Fluid The Color Salon’s dramatic, technicolour creations need to be seen to be believed.

With a curated crew of colourists, cutters and stylists at the helm, your hair is in the hands of experts with a proclivity for the daring.  You’ll be lavished with the highest calibre of products to ensure your hair is left looking bolder and brighter than ever before.

While undeniably one of the best hair salons in Brisbane for colour, the team are highly skilled across all areas, tailoring transformations to suit your lifestyle and personality.

3/8 Martha Street, Camp Hill

Saint + Bridge

This carefully designed oasis is a godsend for those in need of a restorative session for their tired tresses. Favouring Lakme, Olaplex, Evo and Cloud Nine products, Saint + Bridge is known for perfectly precise cuts, styling, and its full offering of colouring services; balayage, toners, foils, scalp bleach – you name it, they do it.

The crisp white walls and neutral décor makes for a soothing background, as you indulge in a signature "Aura Smoothing Treatment" to soften the hair and remove frizz.

Along with its colour work and inspired styling, the salon is known for its sustainability practices. Hello, feel-good factor.

4/781 Old Cleveland Road, Carina

Togninis

Snipping and styling for over 30 years, Togninis has learnt a thing or two about getting those locks into their top form.

A regular feature on many of the industry’s best lists (most recently taking home Salon Team of the Year 2021 and Educator of the Year 2021), we challenge you to find something these expert cutters, colourists and stylists don’t consistently slay.

The best part is that these guys know exactly how to play into the experience, offering tea, coffee and bubbles for those who are keen to indulge properly.

8 Wandoo Street, Fortitude Valley

Mi Color

Adored by Brisbane’s sleek and chic, Mi Color has been renowned for not only its creation of impeccable hair but also for its entirely luxurious salon experience.

Under the direction of husband-and-wife duo Meg and Adam, Mi Colour prides itself on its expert hair and styling advice and top-of-the-range hair-care products.

Unsure where to start? Book the "All About Me Service" and let the team do the thinking, while you sit back and relax with a cocktail from the in-house bar menu. Bliss!

83 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington

Done with the best hair salons in Brisbane and looking to continue your self-care journey? Freshen up your manicure at one of our favourite nail salons or book yourself into one of Brisbane’s best day spas for some well-deserved R&R.