Got problems with split ends, heat damage and frizzy hair or do you just want to treat yourself to a change of hairstyle? Here are the best hairdressers in Bristol for students to try out.

1. Clifton’s Barber Shop & Ladies Hairdressing Salon

Address: 175 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2RY

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Source: Clifton Barbers Shop Instagram

Opening Times:

  • Monday – Wednesday: 9:00AM–6:00PM
  • Thursday – Friday: 9:00AM–7:00PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM–6:00PM
  • Sunday: 10:00AM–4:00PM

Clifton’s Barber Shop & Ladies Hairdressing Salon is based in chic Clifton Village. Despite this, they offer a range of services on a budget. Student pricing means that a ladies’ haircut is only priced at £19.00 and for men £12.00 –a bargain! What’s more, the team members at this salon have over 15 years of experience and so are trustworthy. And for those looking for an all-round service, they also provide a hot towel shave, beard trim and facial waxing or threading.

2. Mark Daddy’s Salon

Address: 22 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LJ

Opening Times:

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday – Wednesday: 10:00AM–6:30PM
  • Thursday: 10:00AM–8:00PM
  • Friday: 10:00AM–6:30PM
  • Saturday: 10:00AM–4:00PM
  • Sunday: Closed

A 5-minute walk from the University of Bristol, Mark Daddy’s is a great option for students looking to go somewhere close and convenient. The salon is unisex and so offer gender-neutral hairstyles for all customers. For this reason, they have been voted ‘The Best and Most Forward-Thinking Salon’ by Laboratoire Garnier. So if you’re looking for an urban or contemporary haircut which will make you stand out Mark Daddy’s is the place to go.

3. Clair Swinscoe Studio Couture

Address: 11 King’s Rd, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4AB

Opening Times:

  • Monday – Friday: 9:00AM–7:00PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
  • Sunday: 10:00AM–4:00PM

For those environmentally and animal cruelty conscious students, this salon will be a great option. They offer a haircut using completely vegan, cruelty-free and organic products. It’s a great way for you to have control over which products are used on your hair and is a service still very much affordable at £31.20.

4. Shotgun Barbers

Address: Pitville Place, 1a, Cotham Hill, Bristol BS6 6JZ

Shotgun Barbers
Source: Shotgun Barbers Facebook

Opening Times:

  • Monday – Friday: 9:00AM–7:00PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM–4:00PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Located in the city centre, Shotgun Barbers is very much suited to trendy city life. Another unisex barber, they provide male, female and gender-neutral cuts. The barber is also renowned for playing hip music and always offer you a free drink. They also allow walk-in appointments and so if you’re in need of a cut ASAP don’t threat as Shotgun Barbers will have you covered.

5. Graffiti Hair & Beauty Studio

Address: 6 Perry Rd, Bristol BS1 5BQ

Opening Times:

  • Monday: 10:00AM–5:00PM
  • Tuesday – Saturday: 9:00AM–7:00PM
  • Sunday: 10:00AM–5:00PM

Looking to experience a sleek and stylish hairdressing experience? Well, you’re in luck as Graffiti Hair and Beauty Studio is furnished with grand pillars and hanging chandeliers to give a luxurious feel. Despite this, their prices are affordable with a ladies wash, cut and blow-dry priced at £35 and only £18 for men. The salon also offers lower prices if you book an appointment during their off-peak times.

6. Reflections

Address: 131 Whiteladies Rd, Redland, Bristol BS8 2PL

Reflections
Source: Reflections Hair Salons Facebook

Opening Times:

  • Monday – Wednesday: 9 AM-5:30 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM-8 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM-6 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM-5:30 PM
  • Sunday: Closed

Reflections is an award-winning salon and has been a finalist in the British Hairdressing Awards for five consecutive years and won the Wella Trend Vision UK Award. The hairdresser is particularly specialised when it comes to colouring hair. Their staff have won the Master Colour Experts and Master Colour Award. So if you’re thinking of a dramatic change of choice in hair colour, Reflections is the place to go. They also offer a special OLAPLEX service for your hair, a treatment which helps your hair become healthier, stronger and glossier. What’s more, if you get a loyalty card with Reflections, you can get 20% off every time you visit – a great excuse to treat yourself.

7. Casa Pelo

Address: 126 Coldharbour Rd, Redland, Bristol BS6 7SL

Opening Times:

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10:00AM–6:30PM
  • Wednesday – Thursday: 10:00AM–8:00PM
  • Friday: 10:00AM–6:30PM
  • Saturday: 9:00AM–5:00PM
  • Sunday: Closed

If you’re a student who’s always looking out for the best deals when getting your hair done – and who doesn’t – then head to Casa Pelo. They always have a range of special offers on including a 20% student discount, 15% off appointments after the 6th of every month under their loyalty scheme and on Wednesdays all their colour treatments include a conditioning, treatment and blowdry.

Last Updated on October 22, 2024

Published on October 27, 2020

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