A curated guide to Auckland’s best hair salons and hairstylists
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WORDS BY TIA HARMER AND CELESTE MARTINE
Hair for all occasions.
Life is simply too short for a bad haircut. If you’ve found yourself the recent victim of a hair-related crime, this is your sign to step into a new salon. Auckland, New Zealand’s North Island city, is brimming with hairstylist talent specialising in everything from curly cuts to freehand balayage.
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Treat yourself to a fringe trim, fresh colour or total hair overhaul. Scroll on for a selection of Auckland’s best hair salons and stylists, as curated by the Fashion Journal team.
Commune
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Commune’s genderless pricing system is designed to strip back labels, instead focusing on stylist skill level, products and the time it takes to create each look. Offering everything from smoothing treatments to extensions, Commune is committed to delivering individualised service.
4/18 Westmoreland Street West, Grey Lynn
Killer Hair
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Founded in 2007, Killer Hair has spent almost two decades offering specialised cuts, colours and styles throughout Auckland. Inspired by the pioneers of New York City’s hair and fashion culture, Killer is all about creating good hair in an inclusive, sustainable salon environment.
Ironbank/150 Karangahape Road, Newton
Ryder Salon
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Founded in 1999 by award-winning hairdresser Greg Murrell, Ryder is home to some of New Zealand’s most exciting hair stylists. Favouring a relaxed approach to hair, Ryder styles are designed to enhance your natural texture and movement. Step into the plant-filled space for a fuss-free ’do.
56 Customs Street E, Auckland
The Following Hair
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The Following Hair team offer a personal approach to every client. The New York loft-style salon welcomes all kinds of hair, but its speciality lies in colour – specifically blonde, brunette and all shades in between. The salon also offers keratin bond extensions, which are designed to delicately attach to hair without causing pinching or breakage.
113 Parnell Road, Parnell
Toni & Guy
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Located in the heart of Aucklands CBD, Toni & Guy is a favourite for a reason. The spacious Chancery Square salon provides reliable service at different prices and skill levels, and private rooms if you’re looking for an extra touch of privacy.
102 Chancery Square, Auckland
Anco Studio
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Anco Studio offers a range of services but is famous for its blonde expertise. The salon’s director, Adrian was named ‘Auckland’s Best Colourist for Blondes’ in 2020. Each visit is a moment of luxe relaxation, as the salon offers massage experiences and complimentary drinks.
1A/120 Customs Street West, Viaduct
Goodhood Hair
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Walk into the Goodhood Hair studio, and you’ll be greeted by three friendly faces ready to make your hair dreams come true. It’s the perfect salon for those looking for a fresh new style, whether that’s a sleek blowout or a blunt shag cut. With each stylist boasting success in the hair industry on an international scale, Goodhood is proof good things do come in small packages.
18 Drake Street, Auckland
Colleen
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Founded by Lauren Gunn in 2016, Colleen sits on the famous Karangahape Road in Auckland’s CBD. Settle into the classic-looking salon (with its iconic pink ceiling) for a personalised experience to find your new favourite hairdo. The best part? If you can’t get to Auckland, Colleen’s colourful online website offers salon-quality products, delivered to your door.
466 Karangahape Road, Auckland
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