The best hair salons in Riyadh – treat yourself

There’s no mood-booster quite like stepping out of a salon with a fresh new look, ready to take on whatever the day has in store. And in Riyadh, where a sleek, highly groomed appearance is very popular, there’s a small army of top-notch colourists, stylists and maintenance experts poised and ready to work their magic on your hair. 

Prices are certainly high at some of the more luxurious salons, especially for specialist treatments or full pampering packages, but there are also plenty of great options that won't blow your budget. So whether you’re after a beautiful blow-dry before a fun night out with friends, a dramatic colour transformation or a perfect trim, there’s bound to be a salon to suit. Check out our pick of Riyadh’s top hair salons.

Curly girls are the focus at We Curl's salon. @wecurl.sa

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Curly girls and wavy ladies, this is the salon for you. Specialising in wet and dry trims, styling and treating curly hair, the team at We Curl offers services targeted to your exact hair type. You can be sure this is a salon dedicated to embracing the curl – even the pastel decor is on-message with its wavy mirrors and curved walls. 

Detox, repair and moisturising treatments are available to keep your locks in tip-top condition, whether you’re rocking ringlets, beach waves or sleek coils. There are also packages available for curly-haired kids.

Sample service: A 30-minute curl-by-curl cut costs SAR 295.

The organic approach is central at You're Chic. @yourechic

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Billing itself as Saudi Arabia's first organic salon, You’re Chic prides itself on using organic and eco-friendly products. Customers consistently rave about the gentle colouring services, as the salon avoids using any of the harmful chemicals that can leave your hair damaged and brittle. 

In addition, You’re Chic offers a range of smoothing, glossing and hair treatments, plus nail services, massages, waxing and threading, and make-up – meaning you can leave the salon immaculately groomed from head to toe. Got little ones that enjoy pampering? You’re Chic also has a special list of services just for kids, including crazy colours, hair braiding and nail art.

Sample service: Highlights (medium-length hair) cost SAR 920.

The prices are reasonable and the vibe is welcoming at VS Salon. @vssalon_sa

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Anyone looking for a more mellow, low-key haircare experience should check out VS Salon. Decked out with bamboo, luscious plants and soft wood furnishings, this salon is much more of a chilled-out beauty haven than some of the more bling Riyadh beauty spots. 

The prices are also a little more down-to-earth, with reasonable rates for basic haircuts and mani-pedis. VS Salon also offers type 4C hair nanotechnology treatments, detangling avocado and softening cashmere treatments, plus a great selection of special occasion packages, with birthday, bridal and graduation celebration sessions available. 

Sample service: A haircut costs SAR 165.

The stylists at Ombre excel at quality hair extensions. @ombre_beauty_salon

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Bringing the very best haircare techniques from Russia and Brazil to the Kingdom, the well-trained stylists at Ombre are highly sought-after – especially for the volume-boosting hair extensions the salon has become famous for. 

This is one of the top luxury spots in Riyadh for a polished, high-glamour look – expect to be surrounded by the capital’s most beautiful people getting big, shiny blow drys and the glossiest of highlighted, lowlighted and balayaged locks. You’re bound to leave with a spring in your step, bounce in your hair and feeling like a million riyal.

Sample service: A volume blow dry starts at is 200 SAR.

Muskan is very popular with Riyadh's glam Indian community. @muskansalon.sa

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One of the most popular salons among Riyadh’s glamorous South Asian community is Muskan, which has been tending to tresses for over 20 years. Classic cuts, blow drys and colouring services are available in each of their six branches, alongside a range of hair care treatments including hot oil, henna, smoothing, straightening and re-bonding. The prices are very reasonable by Riyadh standards, so even those on a budget can treat themselves to some self-care, guilt-free. Walk ins are welcome.

Sample service: A classic hair spa is 100 SAR.

Leave the salon looking like a superstar at Blowrious. @blowrious

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Whether it’s a big birthday, wedding or special event you need absolutely flawless hair for, a blow dry at Blowrious guarantees you’ll be looking your best. The staff here are pros at a range of styles, offering brush waves, curls, super-straight or braided locks. 

They also do beautiful updos, along with an extensive range of colouring and upkeep and maintenance treatments. High-end products such as Kevin Murphy and K-18 are used, so you can sit back and relax knowing your ‘do is in the safest of hands.

Sample service: Curling iron waves on long hair is 200 SAR.