98 per cent match — Excellent match
- In Melbourne
- 18 reviews mention hair colour
“My hair was previously bleached (home job) so I had LOTS of uneven patches of different hair colour level.”
Hair colour in Central Melbourne
23 of the 30 hair colourists here are in Central Melbourne itself, with the rest a short trip away, most start between $40 and $90, and all of them are appointment-only.
Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down
Hair colour in Central Melbourne, at a glance
A colour appointment can be a regrowth touch-up, a complete change of shade or a gloss to refresh what is already there, and each asks for different skill. What your hair has been through matters as much as the shade you want, because colour already on it decides what is possible in one sitting.
- Most start between
- $40–$90
- Open past 7pm
- 21 of 30
What to look for
- A skin allergy test before permanent colour if you are new to the salon or to the brand. It is a safety step, not a formality.
- A colourist who asks what is already on your hair, including box dye and henna, before quoting a price.
Read the full guide to hair colour in Melbourne for pricing, timing and what to ask before you book.
How much does hair colour cost in Australia? Half of what Australian businesses publish sits between $45 and $130.
30 places in and around Central Melbourne
Ordered by how well each one fits a typical hair colourist request here — not by advertising spend, and not purely by rating.
Searching from Melbourne
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $25
- In Melbourne
- 8 reviews mention hair colour
“Great service, color cut and is a joy.”
- Hair colour $25
- Highlights $115
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $60
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $60
- Highlights $80
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $200
- In Melbourne
- 4 reviews mention hair colour
“She recommended a low-maintenance dimensional color transition that protects hair health, and the outcome is beyond stunning!”
- Hair colour $200
- Highlights $200
Privé Hair Organics
South Melbourne1.8 kmPremium4.9(478)
Beauty salon · Consultation-led · Beginner friendly
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $40
- 1.8 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
- 11 reviews mention hair colour
“I felt completely looked after from start to finish and was very happy with my hair cut and colour.”
- Hair colour $40
- Highlights $160
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $175
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $175
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $45
- In Melbourne
- 4 reviews mention hair colour
“I have dark hair and he is a magician when it comes to colour - going from dark to blonde without a brassy strand in sight.”
- Hair colour $45
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $50
- In Melbourne
- 6 reviews mention hair colour
“From the consult to the technique for colour and cut Sunny was professional, listened and gave sound advice.”
- Hair colour $50
- Highlights $260
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $90
- In Melbourne
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
“The colour looks so much better, and my hair still feels healthy.”
- Hair colour $90
- Highlights $300
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $50
- In Melbourne
- 3 reviews mention hair colour
“I found this salon on the internet as I use Aveda products and needed a root colour (with my formula) and blow dry during our 6 week holiday.”
- Hair colour $50
- Highlights $140
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $15
- In Melbourne
- 2 reviews mention hair colour
“Amazing survice and great colour and cut 😊 Thanks William and Tanya for your attention to detail I love my new hair style 💇 …”
- Hair colour $15
- Highlights $105
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $40
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $40
- Highlights $90
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $150
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $150
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $85
- In Melbourne
- 2 reviews mention hair colour
“I came to preen for help after another hairdresser did a really terrible job on my colour .”
- Hair colour $85
- Highlights $150
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $110
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $110
- Highlights $110
95 per cent match — Excellent match
- 2.1 km from Melbourne — about a 5 minute drive
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
“Paul’s implementation of hair extensions, cut and colour are his specialties!”
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $40
- In Melbourne
- 6 reviews mention hair colour
“Lizzie knew exactly what I wanted, the colour, cut and styling were PERFECTION!”
- Hair colour $40
- Highlights $95
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $80
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $80
- Highlights $10
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $50
- 1.8 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
“Lisa’s knowledge of colour science was impressive and her subtle insight …”
- Hair colour $50
- Highlights $220
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $99
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $99
- Highlights $189
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $60
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $60
- Highlights $75
94 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $135
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $135
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $30
- In Melbourne
- 3 reviews mention hair colour
“Having naturally curly red hair with a soft copper tone is not easy to match, but Travis went above and beyond to find the perfect blend of both colour and curl.”
- Hair colour $30
- Highlights $90
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $65
- 1.3 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
- Hair colour $65
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $80
- 1.8 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
- 3 reviews mention hair colour
“Once my hair was ready to colour again, Jacqui’s expertise in lightening and colouring got my hair back from disaster to magnificent earlier than expected!”
- Hair colour $80
- Highlights $70
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $50
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $50
- Highlights $140
93 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $77
- In Melbourne
- 2 reviews mention hair colour
“Been coming to Tina for years for my cut and colour and would trust no one else.”
- Hair colour $77
- Highlights $47
92 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $70
- 3.3 km away in South Yarra
- 9 reviews mention hair colour
“I’ll definitely be back for the next cut or colour.”
- Hair colour $70
- Highlights $120
92 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $80
- In Melbourne
- Hair colour $80
- Highlights $150
92 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $450
- 1.9 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
- 2 reviews mention hair colour
“Gemma has been doing my blonde for me and everytime I absolutely love the colour!”
- Hair colour $450
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