Getting your kid’s hair cut shouldn’t feel like a wrestling match. We’ve rounded up Melbourne’s best kid-friendly hairdressers — the ones with proper kids’ chairs, patient staff and enough distraction (iPads, lollipops, the odd Wiggles car) to get through a trim without tears.
Whether you’re after a full salon experience with spa treatments or just someone who won’t mind a squirmy toddler, there’s something here for every budget. We’ve included locations, rough prices and what makes each one worth the drive.
Best Kids Hair Salon Melbourne
1. StarKids
StarKids Salon Spa runs a proper kids’ salon experience, with locations in Point Cook, Melton and now Keysborough. Kids can get anything from a simple trim to full spa pampering, done in a chemical-free space that’s actually fun for them to sit through.
A basic trim runs around $32 to $38 and takes about 15 minutes. The organic wash, cut and blow wave is $40 to $55 and takes closer to 30 minutes if you want the fuller spa experience.
They’ll also do hairstyling and makeup for special occasions, plus there are Mum and Dad hair and spa treatments if you want to make a morning of it.
StarKids Salon Spa, Shop 38/300 Point Cook Rd, Point Cook VIC 3030, (03) 8375 0983
StarKids Salon Spa, Shop 7/15 Claret Ash Boulevard, Melton, VIC 3337, (03) 8745 2205
StarKids Salon Spa, Parkmore Shopping Centre, Opp. Kmart, 317 Cheltenham Rd, Keysborough, VIC 3173
2. Candy Hair Kids
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 so they’ll feel at home. 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:
- 311 Charman Rd, Cheltenhm, (03) 9585 0855
- 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. 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. Check their Facebook page for special promotions.
Captain Darling, 180 Gilbert Road, Preston, Preston, VIC, 0401 231 022, captaindarlingbarbershop@gmail.com
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