Who doesn’t love a great blow dry? While it might not be a part of our weekly beauty roster, we can’t deny the truly transformative powers (both emotional and physical) of a professional blow out. Not only do you get to sit back and relax while someone else washes, massages, and styles your hair to perfection, but thanks to the blow dry bars listed below, you can be certain you’ll be walking out of the salon into a guaranteed good hair day.
Whether you’ve got an hour to kill or an event to get ready for, keep reading below for our list of the best places to head for a blow dry in and around the city.
Mary Keith
CBD
Boasting a team of expert stylists, this centrally located salon has all of your blow dry needs covered. Whether you’re popping in for a quick pick-me-up or getting ready for a special occasion, with over eight different blow out styles to choose from, along with countless event-styling options, the Mary Keith team will deliver a bespoke look that will leave you feeling polished from head to toe.
Blow Bar Co
Bronte, Balmain, and CBD
Located within David Jones CBD store, Blow Bar Co’s city location is the ideal place to head for post-work or as a mid-retail therapy pick-me-up. Offering up a host of A-grade blow drys, you can select your desired style from their menu (which includes everything from big to waves and messy looks), and let their host of A-grade stylists work their magic. There’s also a whole host of add-ons available to take your blow dry to the next level, from champagne to cheese plates and even makeup services.
Tribe Quay Quarter
Circular Quay
Conveniently located in Sydney’s new Quay Quarter shopping complex, Tribe should be high on your list for visiting for the perfect blow dry experience. The brand new salon offers up a seriously relaxing experience, whilst their expert styling team will customise their signature Blow Wave service to meet your exact wants and needs. The salon also offers expressing styling services that start from only $40.
Koda QVB
CBD
Helmed by Diane Gorgievski, Koda Cutters recently opened up their Sydney CBD salon, making it the perfect location for booking a post-work blow dry or styling session. Personally, we can’t go past their signature ‘K’Blow’ blow dry, which delivers a perfectly undone, model-off-duty look. However, if you're wanting a little more TLC, try booking their luxurious ‘Hair Facial’ service, to deep clean your scalp and de-stress your soul.
The Blow Dry Boutique
Double Bay
Specialising in blow drys, The Blow Dry Boutique is your one-stop shop for everything hair-styling related. Whether you’re looking for an undone beachy look or a 70s-inspired style, you can select from their variety of personalised styling options to ensure you get the right look for your specific occasion. With their standard blow drys only taking 30 minutes, you’ll be able to get in and out of the salon in a flash.
Paloma Salon
Paddington
A welcome retreat from busy Oxford Street, Paloma Salon, helmed by award-winning stylist Paloma Garcia, is a go-to for many in the know Sydneysiders. Offering up a handful of styling-specific and event-ready services, the team can work magic on your hair in only 20 minutes with their express styling services, or choose their original (and much-loved) blow dry or speciality styling sessions.
Edwards And Co.
Surry Hills
Long regarded as one of the ultimate destinations in Sydney for an unparalleled blow dry experience, the team at Edwards and Co. has all your blow dry needs covered. Their team of highly-skilled and experienced stylists guarantees you’ll walk away with a flawless blow out every time and for event-ready styles, the team will work their magic to create a truly customised look.
Studio Muse
Pyrmont
Conveniently located in Pyrmont, Studio Muse is the perfect choice for an after-work or pre-event blow dry. The salon’s beautiful harbourside location creates an ideal atmosphere for relaxing and making the most of the pampering experience on offer. White the team specialises in seriously-voluminous blow drys, their personalised service ensures your unique hair needs and preferences are taken into account, so you’ll always walk away happy with your personalised styling.
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Image credit: Koda Cutters | Mary Keith