Hair Studio

hair salon — Taupō · Taupo

About Hair Studio

Hair Studio is a warm, welcoming hair salon situated in the heart of Taupō at 32 Tūwharetoa Street. Surrounded by the scenery of New Zealand's largest lake, the salon provides a relaxing escape where clients can unwind while dedicated stylists bring their hair goals to life.

Priding themselves on personalised service, the team delivers tailored cuts, seamless colour, lived-in blondes, and full transformations crafted to fit each client's individual lifestyle and personality. The salon places a strong focus on professional products, ongoing education, and genuine care to ensure every visitor leaves feeling confident and refreshed.

Hair Studio: Personalized Hair Care and Lived-In Colour in Central Taupō

Nestled in the heart of town at 32 Tūwharetoa Street, Hair Studio offers a calming retreat amidst the natural beauty of Taupō. Just moments away from the shores of New Zealand’s largest lake, the salon provides a space where creativity, modern technique, and relaxed hospitality meet. Designed as a welcoming sanctuary, it gives locals and visitors alike a place to pause, unwind, and collaborate closely with attentive stylists who take the time to understand their unique hair needs.

At the core of the Hair Studio experience is an emphasis on personalized consultation. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach, the team crafts each service around the client's everyday routine, personal aesthetic, and hair texture. Whether you are coming in for routine maintenance or seeking an entirely refreshed look, the goal is always to deliver hair that looks effortlessly beautiful and remains manageable long after leaving the salon chair.

Custom Colour and Seamless Blondes

Colour work is one of the standout aspects of the salon's offering. From subtle, lived-in blondes to deep, uniform global tints, the stylists bring a refined eye for tone and balance. Clients looking to maintain their current shade can opt for focused T-section treatments or root regrowth tinting, while those after multi-tonal richness can choose across half-head, three-quarter, or full-head foil options.

Each lightening service is customized to hair length—from short crops to flowing medium and long locks—ensuring the application is balanced and the hair’s integrity is preserved. By utilizing professional-grade products and keeping up with the latest industry techniques through continuous education, the team produces natural blends, bright ribbons of light, and soft transitions that grow out seamlessly.

Precision Cutting and Event Styling

A great colour is only as good as the foundation beneath it, and Hair Studio puts equal precision into its cutting services. Offering tailored cuts for both men and women, the stylists take into account natural movement, head shape, and daily maintenance preferences. A dedicated cut and style appointment includes careful finishing, allowing clients to experience the movement and bounce of their fresh cut right away.

For weekends, special occasions, or a mid-week pick-me-up, the salon also offers dedicated styling appointments encompassing bouncy blowouts, sleek straightening, or soft waves. Above all, Hair Studio is anchored by a mission to ensure every client feels genuinely heard, valued, and confident from consultation through to the final mirror check.

Signature items

  • Ladies cut + style
  • Full head foils
  • Tint all over
  • Half head foils
  • Blowave / straighten / curls

Menu

Styling

  • Blowave / straighten / curls — Professional styling session including blowout, straightening, or bouncy curls.

Haircuts

  • Ladies cut — Precision tailored haircut designed to suit your lifestyle and personal style.
  • Ladies cut + style — Full haircut finished with customized styling.
  • Mens cut — Clean, tailored men's haircut.

Colour & Foils

  • T-section — Targeted colour maintenance through the crown and parting.
  • Tint Regrowth — Root touch-up to blend regrowth seamlessly with existing colour.
  • Tint all over — Full all-over colour application for rich, uniform tone.
  • Tint long hair — All-over colour service formulated specifically for longer lengths.
  • Half head foils — Dimensional highlight or lowlight placement covering half the head.
  • Three-quarter head foils — Extensive foil placement providing depth and brightness.
  • Full head foils - short — Complete head of foils tailored for shorter hair lengths.
  • Full head foils - medium — Full head foil application for medium-length hair.
  • Full head foils - long — Comprehensive foil service for long hair to achieve seamless blondes or multi-dimensional colour.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Hair Studio located?
Hair Studio is located at 32 Tūwharetoa Street in the centre of Taupō, 3330.
How can I book an appointment at Hair Studio?
Appointments can be booked online via Kitomba at apps.kitomba.com/bookings/hairstudiotaupo, or by calling the salon directly at 07 378 8223.
What colour services are offered?
The salon provides a full suite of colour services including T-section foils, regrowth tinting, all-over tinting, and half, three-quarter, or full-head foil packages tailored to different hair lengths.
Do they offer men's haircutting services?
Yes, Hair Studio offers dedicated men's haircuts alongside women's cutting and styling services.
Can I get my hair styled for a special occasion?
Yes, the salon offers styling services including blow waves, straightening, and curls.

Tips

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