As much as we sometimes wish we didn’t care about our hair, how we style it matters greatly. One of the key ways we express ourselves to the wider world is to spend hours and sterling pounds on getting it cut, dyed, permed, and styled.
From the early years of human existence to the present day, the way we style our hair can subtly and unsubtly communicate everything from sexuality to political leanings and marriage status.
There are the cuts we love, the cuts we bitterly regret and the staple ones we always find ourselves returning to, we are willing to spend time and money on our hair.
here are The Most Sought-After Hairdressers in Brighton
Once you’ve gathered the courage, or stared at a picture of a celebrity with a new do you’re obsessed with the next question is of who cuts it. Another minefield and for some, this experience can be stupefying.
What if they don’t cut it quite right? What if you get too intimidated by the cool stylists and end up accepting whatever avant-garde style they give you? It can seem initially ridiculous, but hair is personal.
Fret not, however, Brighton and Hove is full of great hairdressers who will truly listen to your needs and help you in your journey to find the right haircut. Ranging in price and the kind of hair they cater to, this list is by no means definitive more something to get you started and make that final choice a little less overwhelming
| Celly’s Unisex Hair Salon | Affordable dry cuts without appointments, leaving you feeling refreshed and stylish, located on Western Road near Churchill Square. |
| Whip | Eco-conscious salon in Hackney and Brighton, offering vegan products, creative styling, and a vibrant community atmosphere. |
| North Laine Hair Company | Balayage and colour specialists with offers like the Autumn Colour Offer, located in the historic North Laines on Gardner Street. |
| Rock It Hair Artists | Punk-inspired salon near Brighton Station, specializing in Western and Asian hair with experienced stylists and a unique vibe. |
| Riot Crrrl | Curl specialist salon on Duke Street, embodying 90s feminist punk spirit with expert stylists and a welcoming atmosphere. |
| Trevor Sorbie | Award-winning national chain offering personalized experiences and expertise in hairdressing at Nile Pavillions. |
| Do-Lalli | Creative hair styling with a personalized approach, using cruelty-free products, located on Queens Road. |
| Waters Hairstylists | Organic, vegan, and cruelty-free salon founded by Rose Waters on Upper North Street, emphasizing self-care and sustainability. |
| Muse Hair | Boutique salon in Hove blending luxury with Brighton’s edge, led by L’Oreal Specialist Sonia Davies on Westbourne Grove. |
| Mooch | Independent salon on New Road with free consultations, focusing on crafting the perfect haircut and style in a warm, inviting atmosphere. |
| Ginkgo | Kemptown-based salon on George’s Road provides over 40 years of expertise, free consultations, and a welcoming environment. |
Celly’s Unisex Hair Salon
The first on our list is Celly’s, truly a godsend if you want a simple straightforward haircut. This German chain has found itself on the shores of the U.K. offering simple dry cuts for as low as £19.
With no need to book an appointment, you can head straight in, leave your number and name at the desk and they’ll reach out when they’re free that day or, if you’ve visited in the morning, they’ll most likely see you straight away.
Located on Western Road, a stone’s throw away from Churchill Square, Celly’s warm and friendly stylists work fast throughout the day but always manage to leave you feeling brand new with your fresh trim.
Address: 87 Western Rd, Brighton, BN1 2LB
Website: cellys.co.uk
WhiP
When it comes to the hair styling industry it’s easy to forget the need to be eco-conscious, or at least the need to be environmentally aware isn’t immediately obvious, WhiP challenges you to think about it.
With a salon in Hackney and the other in Brighton, WhiP’s core values of sustainability, inclusivity and creativity shine through.
Only stoking vegan and cruelty-free products, it’s about having fun with your hair in a way that doesn’t cost the earth. When they’re not trimming the split ends in their salon on Market Street, WhiP can also be found hosting what they describe as a smorgasbord of events; from video shoots, art shows, acoustic sessions and DJ events. Community is key here and you won’t want to leave.
Address: 9 Market St, Brighton, BN1 1HH
Website: whiplondon.co.uk
North Laine Hair Company
Experts in balayage and colour, the North Laine Hair Company gets its name from its location in the historic North Laines. An independent and family-run business, this salon was set up in 2007 and has been trimming and dyeing our hair ever since. As well as balayage and colour, the salon’s stylists also have experts in styling and cutting curly hair as well.
Based on Gardner Street, they have a number of offers including their Autumn Colour Offer, which includes a free blow-dry post having your hair dyed so you bring in the autumn months in the true style, a little boost as the cold temperatures set in.
Address: 38 Gardner St, Brighton, BN1 1UN
Website: northlainehairco.co.uk
Rock It Hair Artists
What do Chinese actress Fan Bing Bing and Cherie Blair have in common? No that’s not a trick question. Well, they’ve both had their hair styled and cut at Brighton’s very own Rock It. Based just outside Brighton Station, on Surrey Street, Rock It sits in all its punk, pink glory.
Specialising in Western and Asian hair, the salon’s stylists Scarlett Salmons, Mr Ning, and Stephanie Whitehead combine their expertise from their long-running careers in hair styling and TV to give the perfect cut that will set you apart from the crowd. Past reviews of their service have included how special visitors feel when they leave with their new trim.
Address: 23 Surrey St, Brighton, BN1 3PA
Website: rockithairartistsbrighton.co.uk
Riot Crrrl
Creating their name in homage to the underground 90s feminist punk movement Riot Grrrl, Riot Crrrl is a curl specialist salon based on Duke Street. Open Tuesdays-Saturdays, the studio’s soft pink walls invite you in and you immediately feel at home with their stylists.
Also the home of self-proclaimed ‘Hair Perv of Brighton’ Dee, of Get Shagged Hair, you can get your hair cut and dyed in confidence that they’ll look after you and give you the best experience ever.
Their consistently 5-star reviews praise the team for their judgement and attention to detail, giving you even more of a reason to visit.
Address: 36b Duke St, Brighton, BN1 1AG
Website: booksy.com/en-gb/91604_riot-crrrl-curl-specialist-salon_hair-salon
Trevor Sorbie
An award-winning hair salon, Trevor Sorbie might be a national chain but they offer their clients a personalised experience so that visitors look and feel their best when they leave.
With it being 40 years since their first location in Covent Garden opened in 1979, you can trust that the stylists at Trevor Sorbie know everything there is to know about hair and the importance of getting it cut just the way you like it.
To prove this point further, the company has won several awards over the years including Artistic Team of the Year and British Hairdresser of the Year four times. This salon can be found at Nile Pavillions on Nile Street.
Address: 1B Nile St, Brighton, BN1 1HW
Website: trevorsorbie.com
Do-Lalli
After working full-time at a conventional hair salon, hair stylist Lalli felt she couldn’t give her clients the time that she felt they needed so she quit. Thankfully for us, however, she came back after realising it was the process of the hair salons that she didn’t enjoy.
Creating Do-Lalli with the aim of taking a creative approach to hair styling, Lalli breaks away from the standard four-style approach and sits down with clients to help them explain what they want and what they’re looking for.
Only using cruelty-free and vegan hair products Lalli’s approach to styling has seen her cut hair for the likes of Zoe Ball and Wolf Alice. To join this list of clients head to Queens Road, where you’ll find Do-Lalli.
Address: 9 Queens Rd, Brighton, BN1 3WA
Website: do-lalli.co.uk
Waters Hairstylists
Set up in 2003, Waters Hairstylists are champions of using organic, vegan and cruelty-free hair products. With a sustainable focus, they demonstrate the power of being simultaneously kind to your hair and to the environment.
Based on Upper North Street and founded by stylist Rose Waters, this salon aims to make you feel incredible and as you take your first steps out of the salon you’ll walk with a renewed sense of self.
Taking your time is recommended and their team will help provide you with options if you’re not quite sure what you want but know you need something new.
Address: 68 Upper N St, Brighton, BN1 3FL
Website: watershairstylists.co.uk
Muse Hair
In the heart of Hove, amongst the ornately carved buildings and structures of the Regency era, you can find the hair salon, Muse.
Set up by L’Oreal Specialist London Academy teacher Sonia Davies, at Muse the stylists fuse together the luxury of a boutique hair salon with the edginess of Brighton and Hove City.
In this independent salon, you’ll be well cared for and have access to a wealth of experience from not just Sonia but the salon’s other stylists; Carli Reed and Dolly Whitton.
Located on Westbourne Grove, head on over to give your hair a new style, cut or treat by the wonderful team at Muse.
Address: 5 Westbourne Grove, Hove, BN3 5PJ
Website: musehairhove.co.uk
Mooch
Since opening its doors in 2003, Mooch has steadily become the city’s go-to independent hair salon for the best cuts and the finest styles.
Located on New Road, next to the Theatre Royal, Mooch can be found in a beautiful building that has changed colour over the years. Looking over the Pavillion Gardens, its picturesque setting will be the first thing that draws you in. Once inside you’ll notice the warm industrial interiors, a mix of rich woods and cool metals.
Mooch believes in giving you time to craft your look so all consultations are free. So walk in, get an in-house coffee courtesy of Small Batch Roastery and tell the team about the new haircut you can’t get out of your head.
Address: 13 New Rd, Brighton, BN1 1UF
Website: moochhairdressing.co.uk
Ginkgo
Based in Kemptown, Ginkgo hair salon can be found on George’s Road and has been serving the community with the freshest trims for over 40 years.
Set up by artistic director and owner Benjamin Morphy, Ginkgo was set up with the simple aim of making clients happy with a smile on their faces when they return.
Providing free consultations, the team makes sure that visitors can get a feel of the studio before committing to a cut, empowering clients to make the best choice for them.
Welcoming and relaxed the team, including Linda, Lorraine and Ellie endeavour to help you feel more like you.
Address: 89 St George’s Rd, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1EE
Website: ginkgohair.co.uk
