Anyone with curly, wavy or textured hair will know that finding a stylist who can work magic on your mane isn’t easy. But thankfully, there’s been a major shift in salons that embrace curls of all shapes and sizes. Here are five Gina approved salons that take curly hair seriously. Book an appointment with one of them and get ready to sway your way through the city. Aoki Hair Located in Mount Pleasant, Australia, Aoki Hair is driven by award-winning, wavy hair stylist Jenni Spence and her team. They have spent years consummating their approach to making wavy hair care straightforward. They offer comprehensive consultations and work with clients to understand their curl needs in a relaxed and creative environment. Their goal is to build a community that loves, appreciates and celebrates curly hair. Their salon is the only curly specialist in Gippsland and they use vegan, curl friendly products that will leave your hair feeling fabulous! If you want to save money on Aoki Hair, be sure to check out their Black Friday sales. Typically, the sale will last throughout the week. You can also subscribe to their newsletter or social media channels for updates. Wenz Hair With over 30 years in the business, Tom focuses on working with curly and textured hair. He has developed a philosophy that is all about working with natural movement to create shapes that compliment your facial features and personality. He also offers consultations and workshops to help other stylists feel confident cutting and styling curly hair. Gippsland curlies rejoice! Studio Hi Gorgeous is a home based salon committed to beautiful hair in a warm and friendly space. Known as the ‘Curl Queen’, Elise is a specialist in curl cuts and loves to colour using Milkshake products that are gentle on curly hair. Rowan is a contemporary barber with a passion for enhancing the look and style of his clients. His experience and expertise ensures that each client leaves with a stylish cut and a full knowledge of how to keep their curls looking great between visits. Mousey Brown With a name like Mousey Brown you can bet the salon is devoted to creating gorgeous hair. Whether you are in need of a new cut or a colour correction (Mousey is a wizard when it comes to lightening) this home based salon has you covered. The Gippsland based salon has two curl specialists and is committed to empowering clients to embrace their textured hair. They do this by teaching them manageable routines and a deconstructed method of dry cutting that align with the Curly Girl Method. They also love educating their clients on how to live and style their curls between visits. This includes avoiding the many damaging product reliant options on the market. A true specialist listens to an individual’s hair texture, challenges and lifestyle preferences. curly hair hairdresser melbourne
