2 of the 30 colour specialists here are in Carlton, VIC itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $30 and $70, and all of them are appointment-only. The area is strongest on blonde.
Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down
Foils, babylights and balayage are different techniques for different results, and the maintenance they need varies enormously. Deciding how often you are willing to sit in a chair is as important as choosing the shade.
Read the full guide to highlights & balayage in Melbourne for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.
How much do highlights and balayage cost in Australia? Half of what Australian businesses publish sits between $130 and $280.
Ordered by how well each one fits a typical colour specialist request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.
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“She’s also given me the confidence to explore colours and highlights that complement my greying hair perfectly.”
“I’m so happy with my hair (cut and highlights)!”
“Jack has done a wonderful job for my first ever balayage on my very dark hair!!”
“She is precise, efficient, her foils are tight and even and always consistent.”
“He transformed my long hair, usually tied in a "mum bun," into a short style that beautifully highlights my curls.”
“I did highlights and it was so beautiful.”
South Melbourne3.8 kmPremium4.5(209)
Hair salon · Friendly · Consultation-led
“I had a full head balayage, toner, haircut, and treatment, and Chloe absolutely exceeded my expectations.”
South Melbourne3.6 kmPremium4.9(478)
Beauty salon · Consultation-led · Beginner friendly
“My consult and wonderful attention to my chosen foils , keratin treatment and blow wave.”