Epsilon Hair Salon is an eco sanctuary situated in Mount Central, Mount Maunganui, dedicated to delivering high-end hairstyling and colouring through a holistic, natural approach to haircare. Founded by stylist Libby Whaley following 15 years of industry experience in Auckland, the salon was born out of a desire to create a clean, low-tox styling haven that prioritises client health alongside environmental responsibility.
Every product utilised and stocked across the salon is chosen for its strict sulphate-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free credentials without compromising on performance. Epsilon is notable as the only salon in Tauranga to exclusively use Kevin Murphy colouring, which is completely free from PPD dyes and ammonia.
Beyond styling and colouring services for women and men, the salon experience is oriented around complete wellness and thoughtful hospitality. Clients are welcomed into a refreshing space featuring eco-friendly amenities, complete with complimentary organic coffee and vegan treats, ensuring every visit leaves guests feeling energised and cared for.
Nestled in the heart of Mount Central, Epsilon Hair Salon has carved out a unique space along Maunganui Road as an eco sanctuary dedicated to healthy hair and sustainable practices. The salon blends top-tier styling craft with an uncompromising ethos around clean beauty, offering clients an environment where looking great doesn't come at the cost of wellness or the planet.
Founded by stylist Libby Whaley, the salon emerged from personal experience. After 15 years spent working in the Auckland hairdressing scene, Whaley dealt with severe eczema and dermatitis sparked by harsh salon chemicals. When switching to sulphate-free and paraben-free products dramatically improved her own skin and wellbeing, she envisioned a salon focused entirely on ethical haircare and non-toxic formulas. Bringing that vision to the Bay of Plenty, she created Epsilon to give local women and men exceptional cut and colour results without unnecessary toxic burdens.
At the core of Epsilon’s service menu is a strict standard of ingredient purity and effectiveness. Every formulation used at the basin or on the salon floor is deliberately chosen for its sulphate-free, paraben-free, and cruelty-free credentials. Notably, Epsilon is the only salon in Tauranga to adopt Kevin Murphy hair colour, a premium formulation that is completely free from ammonia and PPD dyes, eliminating typical chemical odours and scalp irritations while delivering radiant tones.
The salon also provides targeted restorative options, including biomimetic treatments from K18 and build-up clarifying solutions from Malibu C. On the retail shelves, clients will discover a thoughtful curation of lifestyle, wellness, and self-care products, ranging from Eleven Australia and Davines to Sailor Sailor skincare, The Beauty Chef supplements, and mindset guides.
Stepping into Epsilon is designed to be an unhurried, nourishing break from the day. Sustainability guides daily salon operations, from the use of eco-friendly cleaning agents to comprehensive composting and recycling systems that minimise salon waste.
Clients visiting for an appointment are welcomed with complimentary organic coffee alongside vegan treats, reflecting the team’s whole-wellness philosophy. With a dedicated team of specialist stylists focused on listening and tailoring cuts and colours to each individual, Epsilon delivers a mindful salon experience that leaves hair refreshed, healthy, and vibrant.