Wollongong · New South Wales
Best Hairdressers in Wollongong (2026)
Wollongong's coastal lifestyle shapes its hairdressing scene. Salons here specialise in low-maintenance, beach-ready styles. The CBD and northern suburbs like Thirroul and Bulli are popular for quality hair services.
UnisexThe Fade District
Wollongong, NSW 2500
BarberCartel Barbers Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonHair braids by Somah
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonElectric Curl Studio
Wollongong, NSW 2500
BarberBarberXCulture
Wollongong, NSW 2500
BarberMiss Barberette PTY LTD
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonHair By Emilie Grace - Hair Salon
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Hair SalonSalt Hair Society
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonUnity Hair
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonThe Brighton A Michael Bozina Salon
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonHoney and Muse - Hair Salon Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonMane Studio By J
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonThe Mane Base
Fairy Meadow, NSW 2519
BarberCrown & Blade Barber Shop
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Hair SalonSMA STUDIO
Fairy Meadow, NSW 2519
Scrivener's Hairline
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Hair SalonKahari hair
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonHaircuts by Helen
Wollongong, NSW 2500
Hair SalonCreate Hair & Co
Corrimal, NSW 2518
Hair SalonAusti Hair Salon
Austinmer, NSW 2515
How to find the best hairdresser in Wollongong
Finding the right hairdresser in Wollongongstarts with knowing what you need. Whether you’re after a precision cut, balayage, keratin treatment, or a classic barber fade, Wollongong has specialists in every category.
What to look for
- Google reviews — check recent reviews, not just the overall rating
- Specialisation — curly hair, colour correction, and extensions all require specialist skills
- Online booking — salons with online booking tend to be better organised
- Location — factor in parking, public transport, and opening hours
- Consultations — the best salons offer free consultations before major changes
Wollongong by the numbers
We currently list 20 top-rated salons and barbers across Wollongong. 14 hair salons and 4 barber shops made our curated list based on verified reviews, consistency, and local reputation.
Popular suburbs for hair services
The most popular suburbs for hair salons in Wollongong include Wollongong, Fairy Meadow, Corrimal, Thirroul, Figtree. Each suburb has its own character — from boutique studios to high-volume salons.