Areas served: Richmond, VA and surrounding Henrico, Chesterfield, and Hanover Counties
Richmond's hair salon landscape reflects the city's diverse neighborhoods, from Fan District vintage charm to Short Pump's modern full-service establishments. The region supports over 200 licensed salons ranging from independent stylists in Carytown to upscalecolor specialists in the West End. Our directory evaluates salons based on stylist credentials, technical capabilities with color and cutting techniques, service consistency, appointment availability, and pricing transparency.
Autonomy Salon and Wellness is a gender-affirming salon and wellness studio in downtown Richmond specializing in holistic haircare services. Founded on principles of inclusivity and personal autonomy, they offer comprehensive hair services alongside wellness offerings designed to support clients' authentic self-expression. Their team is trained in affirming practices that create a safe, judgment-free environment for all clients.
Bishops Haircuts is a Richmond neighborhood salon specializing in cuts, bold color work, and a welcoming, ego-free vibe. They offer cuts (short $38, long $46, fades, buzzes), color services ($110+), highlights ($170+), color overhauls, grey blending, beard trims, deluxe shaves, and treatments like plex conditioning. Known for inclusive, gender-affirming cuts and expertise with curly and textured hair, Bishops welcomes walk-ins and online bookings with extended hours (weekdays 11am-8pm, weekends 10am-6pm).
Luminary Hair Co. is an inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming salon in Richmond that has been creating mindfully curated hair since 2017. The team specializes in personalized styling and offers a range of hair services in a welcoming environment designed to make everyone feel seen and celebrated. They provide complimentary consultations to help clients find the right services for their needs.
1213 Hair Studio is a full-service boutique salon in Richmond's Historic Fan District offering haircuts, color, styling, and bridal services. Run by professional stylists who cater to hip moms, young professionals, and media industry clients, the salon combines upscale expertise with a laid-back atmosphere. They welcome walk-ins and appointments, with convenient off-street parking and extended evening hours.
CocoLemon Hair Salon is an independent Richmond salon founded in 2019 by Ashley Lewis and SarahMarie Smith, dedicated to empowering stylists to pursue their artistic vision and focus on their specialties. Each stylist manages their own schedule and clientele, allowing them to deliver personalized service in the areas they're most passionate about. The salon offers a full range of hair services including cuts, color, styling, extensions, and bridal/event services.
PRISM Hair West is an award-winning, inclusive salon in Henrico specializing in innovative haircuts, high-end color, custom hair extensions, and textured hair styling. Founded on the belief that beauty reflects individuality, PRISM Hair serves all hair types and textures with a team of color experts and curl specialists who take time for personalized consultation and transformation-focused service. Beyond hair, they offer Brazilian blowouts, lash services, waxing, and makeup in a vibrant urban loft space designed for creativity and self-care.
PRISM Hair South is an award-winning, inclusive salon in Richmond specializing in innovative haircuts, high-end color work, custom hair extensions, and textured hair styling. Founded on principles of diversity and personalized care, the salon serves all hair types and gender identities with a team of color experts, curl specialists, and texture professionals. Known for transformation-focused services including color corrections, Brazilian blowouts, and detailed consultations, PRISM also offers lash services, full-body waxing, and makeup to create a complete self-care experience.
K Baucom Salon is a full-service hair salon in Richmond offering precision cutting, professional coloring (including balayage and fashion color), and waxing services. Owner Katie Brinkley and her team focus on delivering personalized, high-quality experiences for each client. The salon carries professional-grade shampoo, conditioner, and styling products to support home care.
Willow + Sage is Richmond's first luxury head spa and collective hair studio, founded by Erica Richardson with over 20 years of salon expertise. They specialize in scalp facials, hair loss treatment (Alma TED), hair extensions (seamless hidden row and hybrid methods), precision hair color, curly hair care, and advanced esthetics. The studio bridges clinical scalp wellness with luxury hair artistry, focusing on long-term hair and scalp health rather than surface-level results.
Luxe Hair Studio is a full-service salon in Mechanicsville, VA specializing in effortless color solutions designed to minimize maintenance while preserving hair health. Founded in 2014 and grown from a 100 sq ft studio to a 6-station storefront, the team focuses on customized styling and color work with an emphasis on sustainable, low-maintenance hair care. They're known for developing talented stylists through their educational program and creating a welcoming salon culture.
Salon 23 is a full-service hair salon in Richmond's Fan District led by experienced stylists Meleah, Danielle, and Meredith. They specialize in color work—including blonding and fantasy color—curly hair expertise, cuts, Brazilian Blowout treatments, formal styling, and waxing services. The team emphasizes technical skill, creative problem-solving, and personalized client care in a clean, collaborative environment.
Grace Salon RVA is Richmond's full-service hair and beauty salon specializing in color, blonding, hand-tied extensions, professional hair treatments, lash services, and bridal styling. Located on West Broad Street, the salon is led by experienced stylists who prioritize personalized consultations and create a spa-like experience for every client. They excel in transformative color work, extension installation, and comprehensive bridal packages for weddings and special events.
Immortal Beloved is a Richmond-based hair salon founded on a specialized approach where stylists focus exclusively on either cutting or coloring to master their craft. The team includes dedicated colorists specializing in single-process and lightening services, as well as cutters with expertise across general cuts and curly hair. This division of labor allows each stylist to deliver refined, consistent results tailored to each guest's needs.
Blackbird Salon is an independent hair salon in Richmond's Scott's Addition neighborhood offering cut, color, styling, and treatment services. The salon specializes in personalized hair care with a focus on healthy, beautiful results through expert technique and quality products. Known for creating a welcoming atmosphere, Blackbird serves clients seeking professional styling for everyday looks and special occasions.
Willow Hair Company is an inclusive, collaborative salon in Richmond founded by owner and lead stylist Stephanie Hogan. They specialize in comprehensive hair services in a trendy, laid-back atmosphere focused on making every guest feel like their best self. The salon prioritizes a judgment-free, positive experience and builds community through creativity and exceptional service.
Déjà Vu Hair Studio is a full-service hair salon in Richmond specializing in transformations for all hair types, from natural and curly hair to relaxed and chemically treated hair. Owner Pam and her team provide attentive, one-on-one service in a tranquil private studio setting, offering cuts, styling, chemical color, extensions (locs and twists), conditioning treatments, and specialized natural hair care. They differentiate themselves through guaranteed minimal wait times, flexible scheduling, and undivided attention during appointments—no multitasking or shared appointment slots.
Sola Salons Carytown is a salon studio rental community in Richmond's Carytown neighborhood, housing 34+ independent beauty professionals including hair stylists, estheticians, nail specialists, and other salon services. Each professional operates their own private salon suite with full customization, independent scheduling, and product curation — offering clients access to a diverse directory of independent stylists and specialists all in one beautifully designed space. This model gives beauty professionals the freedom of salon ownership without the overhead of running a traditional salon.
Heavenly Hair RVA is a specialized hair salon founded by Kinda Hamm, a master hair care technician with 30+ years of industry experience. The salon specializes in silk press services and glamour highlights, with a core focus on maintaining healthy hair for all clients. Kinda prioritizes client education on at-home hair care and carries premium retail products to support long-term hair health.
Salon del Sol is a full-service salon and spa in Richmond's Short Pump Town Center offering hair services, VoMor hair extensions, and waxing. They feature Aveda products throughout their treatments and maintain a focus on safety and professional care. The salon operates multiple locations in the Richmond area and provides online booking for convenient appointment scheduling.
Katie Blue Salon is a collaborative space in Richmond featuring independent stylists who each manage their own schedules and services. The salon specializes in cuts, color, and styling services, including luxury scalp treatments, with a focus on healthy hair and personalized care. Known for a collective approach where talented stylists work together under shared standards while maintaining their individual practices.
Beyond The Fringe Hair Co is Richmond's premier hair salon offering comprehensive styling services including cuts, color, and treatments. Known for creating an inviting atmosphere with strong stylist-client chemistry, the salon prioritizes beautiful results and exceptional customer experience from arrival to departure. They welcome new clients with complimentary consultations and also offer registered apprenticeship programs for those pursuing careers in hair.
Parlor Salon is a full-service hair salon located on East Main Street in Richmond offering personalized hair care services. The salon specializes in helping clients reveal their authentic style through expert styling and color services. They welcome walk-in consultations and online appointment bookings, with flexible hours Tuesday through Saturday and a team of experienced stylists.
Shagbark is a full-service salon in Richmond's Libbie Mill district offering cuts, color, styling, and treatments for all hair types. The salon emphasizes personalized service and creative expertise, with stylists trained in contemporary cutting techniques and color work. Known for a welcoming atmosphere and collaborative approach to helping clients achieve their hair goals.
Sage Salon is an Aveda-certified salon in Richmond offering comprehensive hair and beauty services including cuts, color, treatments, extensions, and waxing performed by Aveda-trained stylists. The salon also provides skincare, makeup, and aromatherapy products, with a commitment to environmental leadership and sustainable beauty practices aligned with Aveda's mission.
Circle Square Salon is a full-service hair salon located in Richmond's Fan District specializing in cuts, color, and styling for all hair types, including texture and natural curl expertise. The team is dedicated to helping clients feel comfortable and confident in their own skin, with a focus on personalized service that goes beyond the typical salon experience.
Thairapy Salon is a full-service beauty destination in Henrico offering hair services, nail care, waxing, and makeup. Owned by Tammy since 2006, the salon features master stylists including Melissa (a DevaCurl-certified curly hair specialist and color expert) and Annette (20+ year veteran colorist). They specialize in color work, keratin treatments, Brazilian blowouts, hair extensions, and comprehensive nail and waxing services for men and women.
Hair Motif is a custom hair salon in Richmond, VA offering comprehensive color services including balayage, highlights, and dimensional coloring, plus haircuts for all lengths, curly hair specialization, hair extensions with luxury Hothead products, keratin treatments, and wave/perm retexturizers. Led by experienced stylists who prioritize personalized consultations and healthy hair outcomes, Hair Motif stands out for its intimate, quiet salon environment focused on one-on-one service and expert advice for resolving hair challenges.
Flirt is a luxury hair and beauty salon located in Carytown, Richmond, offering a full-service salon and spa experience. The salon specializes in personalized styling that prioritizes individual self-expression and unique looks, creating an exceptional community-focused experience. Their team combines professional expertise with the creative spirit of the Carytown neighborhood.
Birch Salon is a full-service salon in Richmond's Parkwood neighborhood offering hair cutting, styling, color services, and treatments. The team specializes in creating personalized looks for clients of all hair types, with particular expertise in color work and modern styling techniques. They focus on building lasting client relationships and delivering quality results in a welcoming environment.
HAIR The Salon is Richmond's premier organic and clean beauty salon, specializing in non-toxic haircare since 2012. They offer comprehensive services including women's and men's cuts, color correction, balayage, highlights, keratin treatments, hair extensions, and special occasion styling with bridal services available. All color products are PPD-free, ammonia-free, and vegan, with a commitment to creating a healthier environment for both clients and staff.
Christy's Beauty Salon is a Dominican salon in Richmond specializing in hair care for Black and textured hair types. Owner Christy and her team, including stylist Rosa, provide hair services including blowouts, styling, and cuts with expertise in Type 4 hair. The salon is known for personalized service, cleanliness, and accommodating scheduling.
Salon Vivace is a full-service hair salon located in downtown Richmond offering cuts, color, styling, and treatments for all hair types. The salon specializes in personalized consultations and uses quality products to deliver results that match each client's vision and lifestyle needs.
Autonomy Salon and Wellness is Richmond's top-ranked hair salon by Lantern Score (84.63/100), specializing in gender-affirming and holistic haircare services. Founded on principles of inclusivity and personal autonomy, it's particularly known for serving LGBTQ+, transgender, and non-binary clients seeking affirming beauty services.
Haircut prices vary by salon and style. At Bishops Haircuts, for example, short cuts start at $38 and longer cuts are $46, while color services begin at $110+. Most Richmond salons don't publicly list prices online, so contact your preferred salon directly for specific pricing on cuts and services.
Based on current available data, none of the 33 hair salons in Richmond list weekend hours. Contact salons directly to inquire about weekend availability, as scheduling and hours may vary by location and season.
Bishops Haircuts (4.9★, 1,268 reviews) specializes in bold color transformations and is known for offering evening appointments for busy professionals. They're particularly popular with first-time color clients and people seeking textured and gender-affirming haircuts.
Several Richmond salons specialize in curly and textured hair, including PRISM Hair West and PRISM Hair South (both award-winning for textured hair styling), Circle Square Salon (with natural curl expertise), and Immortal Beloved (with dedicated curly hair specialists). Each offers personalized approaches to textured hair care.
Grace Salon specializes in bridal styling, hand-tied extensions, and professional hair treatments. Other options include Cocolemon Hair Salon (which offers bridal party styling) and Willow + Sage (specializing in hair extensions and special occasion preparation).
Both are top-ranked inclusive, LGBTQ+-affirming salons (Autonomy at 84.63 and Luminary at 83.95 Lantern Score). Autonomy emphasizes holistic wellness services alongside haircare, while Luminary Hair Co. (established 2017) focuses on mindfully curated, personalized hair styling with affirming professional stylists.
Bishops Haircuts specifically offers evening appointments for busy professionals. For detailed information about weekday hours and scheduling flexibility at other salons, contact them directly—many independent stylists set flexible schedules.