Having your child’s hair cut, styled or even just brushed can often be a difficult task for parents.
If you’re on the hunt for the perfect place to tame your little one’s locks, we’ve sought out the best kid friendly hairdressers Melbourne has to offer. From salons to kids barber shops, there are plenty of options that specialise in children’s haircuts. All with experienced and patient staff in a delightful kid-friendly atmosphere.
Read our comprehensive guide to help you find the best children’s hairdresser Melbourne-wide to create magical and stress-free hair experiences for kids.
Best Kids Hair Salon Melbourne
1. StarKids
For the ultimate kids’ salon experience, head to StarKids in Melbourne’s west.
Here, kids can be treated to a range of salon and hairdressing services from spa pampering to simple, stylish haircuts. And it’s all done in a friendly, fun and chemical-free environment where kids are sure to leave feeling great!
Basic trims cost around $32-$38 and take about 15 minutes, while the organic hair wash, cut and blow wave will cost between $40-$55 allowing around 30 minutes for a fuller spa experience.
StarKids can also do hairstyling and makeup for a special occasion, while there are Mum and Dad hair and spa treatments on offer too.
StarKids Salon Spa, Shop 38/300 Point Cook Rd, Point Cook VIC 3030, (03) 8375 0983,
0491 683 581
2. Candy Hair
With three locations across Melbourne, Candy Hair is an enjoyable stress-free hairdresser for kids who love being pampered.
Whilst having their hair done, kids can explore the salon’s range of toys, books and magazines. Families can then head to the Hollywood Corner for other fun treatments including nail painting and ear piercing.
Candy Hair is well known for playing host to memorable themed children’s parties. Party kids are completely spoiled and can strut their stuff with packages that offer things like hair and spa treatments, dress ups, party snacks and glamorous photoshoots.
Candy Hair Locations:
- Westfield Southland Shopping Centre, Level1 Opposite Kmart, (03) 9585 0855, southland@candyhair.com.au
- Westfield Fountain Gate Shopping Centre, Shop 2144 (in the kids precinct near Target), (03) 9705 7076, fountaingate@candyhair.com.au
- 44 St Albans Road, East Geelong, (03) 5221 0923, geelong@candyhair.com.au
3. Hair 4 Kids
Hair 4 Kids in Airport West has one of the most unique experiences for children, baby and toddler haircuts Melbourne has to offer.
With colourful decor, playful salon seats and expert stylists, your child’s haircut experience will be a memory they cherish..
Nothing blows those little worries away like a horse, quad bike, or the Wiggles Big Red Car to sit in while having your first cut. Older kids can have a blast too, playing Minecraft or FIFA on the PS3 while having their hair done.
Hair 4 Kids, 12 Thomas Street, Airport West 3042, 03 9310 4696
4. Little Hollywood
For a hair cut kids will love, Little Hollywood kids’ hair salon is the place to go.
With movies playing on big screens, iPads at each seat, and several toys including a play kitchen and train set, kids will be happily entertained and easily sit still during their trim. The only problem is they may not want to leave!
Little Hollywood, 48 Poath Road, Hughesdale, Victoria 3166, (located 500 metres from Chadstone Shopping Centre), (03) 9077 0351
5. Pampered Mummies
For the perfect combination of pampering and play head to Pampered Mummies in Yarraville.
It’s both a kid-friendly cafe and a hair salon offering fun kids activities, haircuts and beauty packages. Children’s cuts are just $10 (under 8 years old), with tween and teens from $17.50.
Check the kids’ activities schedule and align your hair appointment with a fun playgroup or craft session. Or just let them enjoy the outdoor covered courtyard which has plenty of toys and staff members on hand to watch over your kids.
Pampered Mummies, 92 Somerville Road, Yarraville, Victoria 3013, Phone: (03) 9314-5069, info@pamperedmummies.com.au
6. Kid’s Garage
Every child receives a lollipop when they arrive at Kid’s Garage, and the haircuts are relaxed and accessible in a fun kid-friendly environment.
You can’t go wrong with a range of soft toys, dress-ups, and role-playing activities complete with friendly and accommodating staff.
Kid’s Garage, 6 Maraquita Grove, Hawthorn East, VIC, Australia, Victoria, 0403 399 051, info@kidsgarage.com.au
7. Little Critters
Little ones will be excited to sit in a race car or aeroplane while they have their hair cut at Little Critters hair salon in Melton West.
With fun activities and TV screens to occupy them as well, kids are wonderfully looked after.
Little Critters, Shop 7/15 Claret Ash Blvd, Melton West VIC 3337, (03) 8745 2205
8. Kids Cuts Port Melbourne
Kids Cuts in Port Melbourne accommodates babies, toddlers, and school children with a bright and cheerful decor, cars to sit in, and TVs to watch.
Everyone gets a homemade cookie or lollipop, and the staff are very welcoming allowing kids to feel relaxed and enjoy themselves.
Kids Cuts Port Melbourne, 328 Bay Street, Port Melbourne, VIC, 0452 228 084, kidscutsportmelbourne@gmail.com
9. Captain Darling
For a family salon experience that welcomes diversity and individual expression, head to Captain Darling in Preston. Whether you’re after little girls hair cuts, or a hair salon boys will feel equally comfortable in, everyone will have fun.
At this retro Preston salon, funky kids can feel inspired for a fabulous new do, whether it’s a crazy colour or buzz cut. Kids’ cuts are from $35.
Captain Darling, 180 Gilbert Road, Preston, Preston, VIC, 0401 231 022, captaindarlingbarbershop@gmail.com
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