98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 18 reviews mention hair colour
- 861 m from Melbourne — about a 11 minute walk
“My hair was previously bleached (home job) so I had LOTS of uneven patches of different hair colour level.”
Hair colour in Melbourne
We list 30 hair colourists across Melbourne, most start between $35 and $120, and all of them are appointment-only.
Or describe exactly what you want and we’ll narrow it down
Hair colour in 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
- $35–$120
- Open past 7pm
- 27 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.
- For grey, ask whether they blend it or cover it. Blending grows out more softly; full coverage needs more frequent regrowth appointments.
- Check whether toner, gloss and a blow-dry are included in the price you were quoted.
How much does hair colour cost in Australia? Half of what Australian businesses publish sits between $45 and $130.
30 places in and around 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
Privé Hair Organics
South Melbourne1.8 kmPremium4.9(478)
Beauty salon · Consultation-led · Beginner friendly
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $40
- 11 reviews mention hair colour
- 1.8 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
“I felt completely looked after from start to finish and was very happy with my hair cut and colour.”
- Hair colour $40
- Highlights $160
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 14 reviews mention hair colour
- 12.2 km away in Murrumbeena
“The colour work was impressive, not only did it look natural and beautifully toned on the day, but my colour lasted exceptionally well over time.”
Grace Gold Hairdressers Brunswick
Brunswick5.4 kmMid-range4.9(146)
Hair salon · Friendly · Consultation-led
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 11 reviews mention hair colour
- 5.4 km away in Brunswick
“Nervous coming from interstate and finding a new hairdresser but my colour was so perfect and the staff were welcoming and super friendly.”
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $170
- 4.9 km away in South Yarra
- Hair colour $170
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $175
- 6.5 km away in Seddon
- Hair colour $175
- Highlights $310
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $120
- 7.9 km away in Essendon
- Hair colour $120
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $70
- 9 reviews mention hair colour
- 3.3 km away in South Yarra
“I’ll definitely be back for the next cut or colour.”
- Hair colour $70
- Highlights $120
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $61
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
- 3.8 km away in Fitzroy North
“🙌🏼 100% I came away feeling so fresh and my colour and cut was flawless!”
- Hair colour $61
- Highlights $50
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $30
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
- 5.1 km away in Toorak
“Jade absolutely nails my colour every single time!”
- Hair colour $30
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
- 2.1 km from Melbourne — about a 5 minute drive
“Paul’s implementation of hair extensions, cut and colour are his specialties!”
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- 8 reviews mention hair colour
- 15.9 km away in Templestowe
“Glad I found this place through Groupon , Belinda took care of me very well , I had foils and regrowth colour.”
98 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $59
- 8 reviews mention hair colour
- 12.2 km away in Sunshine
“I love the use of more natural products, and I’ve trusted the process to improve the quality, length and colour of my hair.”
- Hair colour $59
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $25
- 8 reviews mention hair colour
- 383 m from Melbourne — about a 5 minute walk
“Great service, color cut and is a joy.”
- Hair colour $25
- Highlights $115
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $175
- 3.6 km away in Melbourne
- Hair colour $175
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- 10 reviews mention hair colour
- 9.3 km away in Canterbury
“Concept Hair is personal and Jacqui’s experience in both cutting and colour is second to none.”
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $30
- 10 reviews mention hair colour
- 11.5 km away in Ashburton
“I came to Duvessa with high hopes and a long wishlist: low-maintenance color, no tiger stripes, natural tones, and absolutely no orange or warmth.”
- Hair colour $30
- Highlights $9
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $200
- 16.3 km away in Bentleigh East
- Hair colour $200
- Highlights $350
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $34.95
- 9.0 km away in Essendon
- Hair colour $34.95
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $75
- 6 reviews mention hair colour
- 7.4 km away in Malvern
“Really happy with my cut and colour, friendly, knowledgeable team, efficient & professional service with fantastic outcome!”
- Hair colour $75
- Highlights $225
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $50
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
- 1.8 km from Melbourne — about a 4 minute drive
“Lisa’s knowledge of colour science was impressive and her subtle insight …”
- Hair colour $50
- Highlights $220
97 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $35
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
- 10.7 km away in Essendon
“Mina made up a unique colour by mixing shades together so that it is close to my natural shade.”
- Hair colour $35
- Highlights $294
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $35
- 5.0 km away in Northcote
- 4 reviews mention hair colour
“Same excellent hair styling from the girls, I love my colour!”
- Hair colour $35
- Highlights $115
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $200
- 367 m from Melbourne — about a 5 minute walk
- 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
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $60
- 158 m from Melbourne — about a 2 minute walk
- Hair colour $60
- Highlights $80
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $40
- 2.8 km from Melbourne — about a 7 minute drive
- Hair colour $40
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- 7 reviews mention hair colour
- 11.1 km away in Avondale Heights
“Krystle is one of the best colour/blonde specialists I know.”
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $55
- 6 reviews mention hair colour
- 7.5 km away in Elwood
“She’s absolutely amazing when it comes to colour — she really listens to what you want, offers great advice, and somehow gets it exactly right every time.”
- Hair colour $55
- Highlights $130
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- Hair colour — $20
- 6 reviews mention hair colour
- 7.9 km away in Malvern
“I highly recommend Sophia - I had foils, toner and blow dry and my hair looks and feels amazing !!!”
- Hair colour $20
- Highlights $45
96 per cent match — Excellent match
- 10 reviews mention hair colour
- 7.4 km away in Malvern
“I was in need of a cut and colour refresh and Jax did not disappoint.”
Common questions
- How often does hair colour need redoing?
- Permanent colour usually needs its regrowth done every four to eight weeks, sooner when there is strong contrast with your natural shade or a lot of grey to cover. Demi-permanent colour and glosses fade gradually over several weeks, which is why they are often used to refresh colour between full appointments.
- Do I need a patch test?
- Most professional colour brands ask for a skin allergy test around 48 hours before permanent colour, particularly on a first visit or with a new brand. A careful salon will ask for one; it is worth booking rather than skipping.
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