Cover Here are the most high-end salons in Hong Kong for your next haircut (Photo: Shhh at Asaya)

Whether you’re after a quick trim or a complete overhaul, these are the most luxurious hair salons and stylists in Hong Kong that you can rely on

This article was originally published on March 12, 2020 and was updated on March 11, 2022.


Managing our hair has been a bit of a challenge this past year due to the pandemic. Hair salons have temporarily closed due to social distancing. Lucky for us in Hong Kong, salons have reopened and we can finally get our much-awaited haircut and relish more good hair days.

We’re spoiled for choice with the array of hair salons in Hong Kong, with these luxurious options guaranteeing great service and boasting hairstylists with a range of specialities for your hair needs. So whether you're looking for a quick trim or need a complete makeover, these hairdressing maestros from Hong Kong's most luxurious salons have got you covered. 

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1. Love Hair

An eco-friendly hair salon dedicated to minimising its carbon footprint in every way possible, Love Hair is an oasis offering safe and natural hair treatments and products in the heart of Central. The salon takes pride in its environmentally conscious approach while still ensuring the health and happiness of each client’s hair needs.

Step inside, you will notice the eco-flooring, reclaimed wood shelving and greenery, transporting you to a peaceful, relaxing sanctuary from the busy city. While the salon offers an array of hair services, from cutting and styling, highlights to smoothing treatments, this is the place to go if you want to go for a beautiful, sun-kissed Balayage—check out their Instagram to get your Balayage inspiration. 

Try: “Full Works” Balayage with Kirsty 

1/F, 99F Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2458 0190, lovehairhk.com

2. kimrobinson

A homegrown hair salon that has become synonymous with style, kimrobinson is known in Asia and beyond for its dedication to Asian beauty. The founder, Kim Robinson, is skilled at working with Asian hair and his signature dry cut technique uses the natural flow of the hair to create effortless styles. 

With a prime location in the Landmark Chater House, kimrobinson offers a wide range of hair services, from multi-shading to scalp and hair treatments, in its luxurious private treatment rooms. 

Try: The kimrobinson signature dry cut

106 Chater House, 8 Connaught Road Central, Hong Kong, +852 2121 8484, kimrobinson.com

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3. BruneBlonde

A premium hair salon tucked away in Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, BruneBlonde is the brainchild of Roland Boutin and David Gouygou. Whether you’re looking for a haircut, blow-dry, styling or colouring, the duo and their team of talented stylists will transform your hair using the latest technology and luxury natural products, including their very own hair care brand.  

The salon offers an intimate setting with effortless Parisian charm, featuring VIP treatment rooms for those looking for more privacy and comfort. Guests can even order from an in-salon dining menu while getting their hair ready for their next event. 

Try: Balayage with David 

Mezz Floor, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, +852 2511 3988, bruneblonde.com

4. Emmanuel F

A leading luxury, eco-friendly and organic hair sanctuary, Emmanuel F. uses only ethically sourced products made with pure and natural ingredients to deliver high-quality and professional results. He was considered a trailblazer when it comes to using organic products in the city. Emmanuel F is where luxury meets nature.

Each treatment begins with a relaxing initial shampoo in the zen-like atmosphere of the Starry Room. Every colour, highlight and Balayage treatment is free from chemicals and uses only certified organic products to create long-lasting results. Even mums-to-be can rest assured that all hair services here are pregnancy-safe, too. 

Try: “Cut and Sculpt Creation” with Emmanuel F. 

G Floor, 176 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2167 8280, emmanuelf.com

5. The Mandarin Salon

A spacious and light-filled space with views over Victoria Harbour, The Mandarin Salon is a prestigious hair salon located in Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. 

A team of internationally trained stylists are ready to look after guests with an array of outstanding hair services, ranging from a haircut, tinting, highlights to perming, which comes with one-on-one consultations for a bespoke look and style. Looking for solutions for frizzy, dry hair? Their resident trichologist, Andrea Clark, will diagnose and treat your hair and scalp issues with effective hair treatments.

Try: Hair treatment with Andrea

24/F, 5 Connaught Rd Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2825 4800, mandarinoriental.com

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6. Il Colpo Group

With multiple locations around the city and over 30 years of experience as the leading hairdressing and beauty group in Hong Kong, II Colpo gathers a loyal following of socialites and local celebrities alike—Faye Leung and Tony Leung are just some of their high-profile clients.

Whether it’s a haircut, blow-dry or colour, the brand’s team of professional stylists will help you create a look that will best match your face shape, hair type and personality.

Try: Haircut with director Vic Kwan

Multiple locations, ilcolpo.com

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7. Barberia Italiana

Barberia Italiana channels the “dolce vita” theme: indulging in the pleasures of life and enjoying a relaxing time for yourself. This high-end hair salon tucked away on the first floor of Kerry Hotel, recreates the timeless atmosphere of the traditional Italian hair salon. While they specialise in men’s hair, they also offer bespoke experiences for women providing classic yet stylish haircuts. A team of skilled hairdressers and barbers lead the salon.

On top of a great haircut and service, Barberia Italiana also lets its clients enjoy an Italian espresso coffee while they work—their own take on dolce vita.

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1/F, Kerry Hotel, 38 Hung Luen Bay, Hung Hom, Hong Kong, +852 2252 5355, barberiaitalianahk.com

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8. Shhh by Asaya

Shhh Salon’s flagship store is in Sheung Wan but we can’t help but love the one in Asaya in Rosewood Hong Kong. Helmed by Marvin Lin who boasts more than 20 years of experience under her belt and one of the most sought-after hairstylists in the industry with clients ranging from tycoons to A-listers in Hong Kong.

The Asaya branch offers the same award-winning treatments and service, with an added holistic approach to wellness—both for your hair and yourself. Here, customers are able to book customised and personalised treatments depending on what you’d like. They will be using their own in-house Shhh hair care line. We recommend the Your Crown, Your Glory treatment as it's only available exclusively at the Asaya branch.

Try: Your Crown, Your Glory treatment

Asaya, 6/F, Rosewood Hong Kong, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, +852 2915 1001, shhhshop.com

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9. Bellus Salon

Bellus Salon is the first high-end Japanese hair salon in Hong Kong led by a team of Japanese and Hong Kong hairstylists that have experience in styling for photoshoots and fashion shows in Tokyo, Hong Kong, Shanghai and elsewhere.

Bellus, which means beauty in Latin, is founded by Tomo Numayama who has two decades of experience under his belt, working at a high-end hair salon chain, Beautrium who has clients like Japanese heartthrob, Takuya Kimura and actress-singer, Takako Matsu. He ensures that they tailor to suit each customer's request and needs by integrating Japanese and other Asian hair techniques. Thanks to its multi-cultural team who all boast over 15 years of experience, services are available in Japanese, Cantonese, Mandarin and English. 

Try: Cleansing and styling with Tomo

601–2, Loke Yew Building, 50–52 Queen's Road, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2361 3232, bellussalon.com

 

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