Melbourne · Victoria
Kids Hairdressers in Melbourne (2026)
Kids hairdressers in Melbourne are the salons that make first haircuts and the trickier toddler trims a smooth experience. Below are the verified family-friendly stylists across Melbourne with the strongest Google reviews.
Beef's Barbers Richmond
Richmond, VIC 3121
Barber of Prahran
South Yarra, VIC 3141
Elvie’s Studios
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Grace Gold Hairdressers Brunswick
Brunswick, VIC 3056
KOH Salon
St Kilda, VIC 3182
STYLE &GROOM BARBER
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Black Swan Barbers
Richmond, VIC 3121
Claire Louise Hair
South Yarra, VIC 3141
Beatnik Studio
Prahran, VIC 3181
SALOAN SALON aka Saloan Hair
South Yarra, VIC 3141
RALF the shop
Brunswick, VIC 3056
Razor House Barber Shop
Richmond, VIC 3121
David Barber shop
South Yarra, VIC 3141
Ohana Hairdressing
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Big Boy Barber
St Kilda, VIC 3182
The Barber Club
Richmond, VIC 3121
Zigbi Hairdressing
Richmond, VIC 3121
Little Buddha
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Celtic Tiger barbers St Kilda
St Kilda, VIC 3182
Edward Scissorhands - St Kilda Barber
St Kilda, VIC 3182
How to choose a kids hairdresser in Melbourne
A great kids hairdresser in Melbourne is patient, fast, and good at distraction. Some run dedicated kids salons with car-shaped chairs and cartoons, others are mixed salons with one or two stylists who genuinely enjoy cutting children. Sensory-friendly options matter for kids who struggle with clippers, mirrors, or the smell of styling product.
What to look for
- First-haircut certificate or photo offering
- Sensory-friendly cuts (quieter clippers, no cape, parent on lap)
- Toy / iPad distraction set up at the chair
- Speed — kids cuts done well in 15-25 minutes
- Recent reviews from parents specifically
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