Hair Salons in Newcastle

Studio 150 Hair Salon’s team of 10 passionate stylists approach hairstyling like art, using scissors and razors as their brushes and racks of premium products from brands such as Pureology and Redken as their artist’s palette. After conferring with their client and muse, they chisel cranial canvases into stunning new ‘dos, add prismatic pop to greying strands, smooth out frizz, or apply makeup.

One of the largest cosmetology schools in the northwest, Gene Juarez Academy instructs students to skillfully style hair under the watchful eye of licensed and experienced instructors. While making their way through the program, students perfect their skills on the bustling salon floor by snipping, coloring, and styling tresses. Guests not only receive these services at a discounted rate, but also get a unique, behind-the-scenes glimpse of the process via the instructor’s running commentary.

"When a client is in your chair they should be the center of your universe," Armand states matter-of-factly on his website. The sentence sums up the mission that he and the Salon Armand team back up with pampering action and their signature customized consultations. More than just a quick check-in, these consults involve a staff member listening thoroughly to the client's hair desires. The team works closely with guests to ensure each service matches the client's lifestyle and personal expression, even whipping up hair color tailored to the client's own mood ring—red means mad, whereas purple means under the influence of grape soda.

The thoughtfulness of the boutique salon shines through in its earth-friendly and personal touches. Rotating displays by local and national artists dot the walls, and organic and sustainable products such as John Masters Organics shampoos and Kevin Murphy hair treatments blanket thirsty strands.