Rare Earth Hair

4.8
based on 11 reviews

11 reviews about Rare Earth Hair

05 Feb 2018

I can highly recommend Rare Earth Hair Salon. I have been coming here for over five years since moving to Melbourne and always look forward to my visits. Donna has been extremely professional and knows how to cut, colour and blow-wave my fine hair with amazing results. The whole experience allows me to relax and put my confidence into her hands, she is always caring and the welcome head and shoulder massage is always a treat. It's so relaxing to have your hair done in a Salon where the staff are always friendly and the background music is not too loud. I love the Aveda hair colours, they provide great shine and leave my hair looking and feeling fabulous. Thank you Donna for looking after me, I can always rely on your expert service.

Anonymous
verified email - 03 Feb 2014

Great experience overall and would happily recommend this salon to others.

This was my first visit and I found Rare Earth Hair based on a search for salons close to my place (in South Yarra). This salon had fantastic ratings and reviews on every website I visited, so I had to give it a go.

My hair was just above my shoulders, and I wanted it transformed into a pixie style with a side-swept fringe. This was a "restyle cut".

Hayley was my hairdresser and she was just lovely. Bubbly and friendly, but also focused. I am an introvert and was happy to just watch her cut my hair and she seemed to pick up on that and was not overly chatty at all. I appreciated this!

She had researched my proposed hairstyle before my arrival, and showed me an iPad full of reference photos. I was really pleased with this and appreciated her preparation (even though I had brought along my own photos!). We discussed what I wanted, and what she felt was possible with my hair type etc. It was very thorough and she ensured I was happy with everything before she went ahead with the cut.

I was given complimentary green tea, served with dried apricots and almonds. Yum! I was also given the most amazing head/neck/shoulder massage, followed by a relaxing shampoo with yet another scalp massage!

The cut went really smoothly, with Hayley checking in every now and then to ensure I was okay with how things were progressing. She was also happy to make some adjustments at the end after I wanted some tweaking done. She made me feel totally at ease and I trusted her completely with my hair!

The Aveda products feel and smell wonderful and I am considering purchasing a couple down the track. However, Hayley did not try to push any products on me, and I really appreciated that. I've stopped visiting many salons before as the hairdressers felt like sales reps!

I was thrilled with the cut and I've received many compliments on my modern take of the pixie hair cut. Thank you so much, Hayley!

The drawback for me is the price. I really wish they offered a regular discount for students, as $84 for a restyle or $77 for a style cut is a bit dear for me as a part-time student. I will probably be visiting a cheaper salon in the city for regular maintenance and trimming, and coming back here once in a while. I'd love to be able to afford coming here more often, but I don't think I can do that! Especially since short haircuts require frequent trims.

That being said, I was very pleased to pay $64 (discounted with my $20 first visit voucher) for that entire experience. A bargain, I would think, for such a thorough consultation, tea, massages, haircut and overall positive vibe. You do get value for your money here - they don't skimp out on anything. But again, I would really like it if there was a student discount available.

Approximate cost: $64 ($84 + $20 first visit voucher) for a restyle cut & blow-wave

06 Sep 2013

I went to this hair dresser because of womo reviews and because they stock aveda products which I have been wanting to try.

The cut was good, but the style I got was quite simple. I liked the way the hairdresser parted my hair a bit deeper than other hairdressers usually part it. It was a simple thing, but it changed the way my hair sat and framed my face.

The much talked about head massage was good, but not long enough to worth mentioning. But the products they used were amazing and I bought some shampoo and conditioner for anti dandruff purposes and they have really cleaned up my scalp.

Approximate cost: $80 + $130 for products

verified email - 05 May 2013

Found this Hair Salon via Womo recommendations! So glad I went there, I couldn't be happier with their service, pricing and results.

I wasn't sure what I wanted done with my hair so I basically left it up to the stylist. She spent the time with me to show me photos and work out what would suit.

I think she had fun cutting a croppy, choppy short style with highlights of red and bronze. I enjoyed the personal service, wine and short relaxing massage before getting started.

Wonderful :)

Approximate cost: $150

Rare Earth Hair 08 Jun 2013

Thank you xled, we are touched by your support. Thank you for your comments

verified email - 14 Dec 2012

I have been here a few times and love it. Great salon, not too much fuss. You get a lovely welcome massage each time and the cuts are always good. They use Aveda products, and really listen to what you want done.
Overall excellent experience!

Approximate cost: $70.00

Rare Earth Hair 28 Jan 2013

Thank you Sallym27, we appreciate your support and look forward to your next visit. Regards from the team at Rare Earth

13 Nov 2012

I love this place! I always walk out feeling gorgeous and relaxed, and the quality of the products they use is amazing. My hair colour doesnt fade or damage my hair and it never has that 'just dyed' smell to it.
I would reccomend it to any one who is looking for an honest hairdresser and likes to be pampered a bit. ;)

Approximate cost: $180

Rare Earth Hair 28 Jan 2013

Thank you Lexij, your support is greatly appreciated. we look forward to your next visit. Regards from the team at Rare Earth

verified email - 12 Aug 2012

Great service, groovy haircut and wonderful products. You won't be disappointed and the quality of their work speaks for itself. The head and neck massage was relaxing along with their natural herbal tea. Thank you!!!

Rare Earth Hair 18 Aug 2012

Thank you Billk25 for your support. We look forward to your next visit

verified email - 02 Aug 2012

Love this place!
Style, Ambience, Service, walk out feeling glamarous, i would not go anywhere else!

Rare Earth Hair 10 Aug 2012

Thank you France for your kind comments. We aim to please.

verified email - 11 Jul 2012

After damaging my hair with constant bleaching to achieve the Balayage look, my hair was extremely dry, lifeless and really difficult to love. I really wanted my hair to go back to the natural, healthy look it had prior to bleaching and decided to go to Rare Earth who used chemical free and environmentally friendly products. I was greeted with a smile, a complimentary drink menu (I love this) and head and neck massage prior to my hair consultation. Despite the 50 minute wait, I had my hair coloured, cut and blowdryed with beautiful results. My hair felt so silky, light and healthy, but best of all there was no odour from the dye, it just smelt beautiful! The colour suprised me because even now, it has not faded, I'm amazed and can't wait for my next appointment.

Approximate cost: $180

Rare Earth Hair 10 Aug 2012

Thank you ilindulgence! We look forward to your next visit! King regards from the Rare Earth team

verified email - 09 Jun 2012

Thanks to the whole team, I love my hair cut and colour today. It looks and feels amazing. Thanks, I'll be coming back!

El-Capitan 09 Jun 2012

Thanks for the information, I'll have to check them out.

Rare Earth Hair 10 Aug 2012

Thank you katew28, we are glad you enjoyed it and for supporting Rare Earth. Hope to see you again soon

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