Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Sustainable Hair & Beauty Salon in Wavell Heights
At Altered Images Hair & Beauty, we specialise in creating tailored looks that celebrate individuality while prioritising environmental sustainability. Established over 20 years ago and nestled in Wavell Heights, Brisbane, our salon is Gold Certified by the Australian Hairdressing Council, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Led by owner Narelle Wright, who brings 40 years of industry expertise, our team delivers high-quality hair and beauty services in a welcoming, LGBTQIA+ friendly environment.We integrate sustainable practices such as recycling hair clippings into oil-absorbing booms and donating ponytails for charitable wigs. Our stylists and beauty therapists combine technical skill with a passion for enhancing clients' confidence through modern and timeless styles. We pride ourselves on fostering a community-focused atmosphere where exceptional service and environmental responsibility go hand in hand.
Services
Hair Colouring
Foiling
Balayage
Haircuts
Blowaves
Facials
Nail Services
Waxing
Tinting
Massage
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of sustainable hairdressing expertise in Wavell Heights
- Our stylists use eco-friendly practices certified by the Australian Hairdressing Council
- LGBTQIA+ friendly environment celebrating individuality and self-expression
- Hair clippings repurposed into environmental protection tools like oil booms
- Team led by Narelle Wright with 40 years of industry experience
Associations and certifications
- Australian Hairdressing Council
Services
Hair Colouring
Transform your look with our Pravana hybrid colour services. Available in short, medium, and long hair applications from $90. Our eco-conscious formulas deliver vibrant, lasting results while maintaining hair health. Expert colourists ensure precise application tailored to your style.
Balayage
Achieve natural-looking dimension with our balayage techniques. Prices start at $300 for shoulder-length hair, $350 for mid-back, and $400 for waist-length. Our stylists create custom gradients for a sun-kissed effect that grows out beautifully.
Haircuts
Precision cuts for all ages and hair types. From $37 for clipper cuts to $90 for complete restyles. Includes fringe trims ($25) and senior discounts. Our stylists combine technical skill with trend awareness for perfect results.
Facials
Rejuvenate your skin with Doctor Eckstein treatments. Choose from 30-minute radiance facials ($60) to deluxe 60-minute packages ($100). Add diamond dermabrasion for enhanced exfoliation and visible skin improvement.
Waxing
Professional body and facial waxing services from $15 for lip/chin to $150 for full male body. Includes Brazilian ($55) and G-string ($35) options. Our therapists use gentle techniques for smooth results lasting weeks.
People
Narelle Wright
Salon Owner & Senior Hairdresser
With 40 years in hairdressing and 21 years leading Altered Images, Narelle specialises in upstyles and sustainable salon practices. She transformed the business into a 95% sustainable operation while maintaining loyal clientele.
Lisa
Senior Hairdresser
Experienced stylist offering expert hair transformations. Specialises in modern cuts and colour techniques while providing personalised client consultations in a friendly, professional manner.
Mary
Beauty Therapist
Over 20 years in beauty therapy, specialising in facials and pedicures. Uses Doctor Eckstein products and focuses on enhancing client confidence through tailored beauty treatments.
Questions
What makes Altered Images a sustainable salon?
We recycle hair clippings into oil booms, donate ponytails for wigs, and neutralise chemical waste for reuse.
Do you offer LGBTQIA+ inclusive services?
Yes, we're a proudly LGBTQIA+ friendly salon where all clients feel welcome and celebrated.
What hair services are most popular?
Our signature services include Pravana hybrid colouring, balayage techniques, and precision cuts.
Are there payment plans available?
Yes, we offer 'Style Me Now, Pay Later' financing options for all our services.
How experienced is your team?
Our stylists have combined 75+ years of experience, including Narelle Wright's 40-year industry expertise.
What beauty treatments do you provide?
We offer facials, massage therapy, waxing, tinting, and express/luxury manicure-pedicure options.
Reviews (7)
Daelyn McKay
Apr 19, 2021
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I booked an appointment here for March back in February, six weeks in advance because they had no availabilities. This in and of itself is not an issue, as I was hoping to get my hair bleached and I knew this would take a fair few hours, meaning they would need to find an opening long enough for this procedure. What was an issue, however, was when they called to confirm my appointment the day before, and then I receive a message not even two hours before the appointment telling me that my booking had to be cancelled because my stylist was sick. I know you can't help being sick, but I was offered
Sangeeta Devi
Dec 20, 2019
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Just moved to the area and saw it had nice reviews, and they weren't wrong! Really lovely staff and welcoming atmosphere. Coffee and biscuits was a nice touch! Lisa did a beautiful colour/foils and cut. Professional and experienced. Will be coming back for sure! Thank you ladies x
Megan Bredhauer
Jul 13, 2019
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The most fabulous hair and beauty salon. Altered images has been an important part of my life for two decades. My nineteen year old daughter has never had her hair done anywhere else. Narelle is a true professional and her team are outstanding and highly recommended. I look ten years younger because of the great job they do!
Averil Henzell
Sep 23, 2018
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Thank you Sandy for making me comfortable having my head shaved! You even made me look good
Noela Fry
Jul 25, 2018
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Have been going to this salon for around 16 or 17 years and with Narelle for our 15th year. Always come away feeling so much better!
Looking for a good hair salon? Here's the place for you! Fantastic crew.
Looking for a good hair salon? Here's the place for you! Fantastic crew.
Sooky Lala Cunningham
Jul 21, 2018
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I have been attending Altered Images for many years, I found them to be patient, loyal, compassionate. I can highly recommend them to do anything with your hair, the staff is highly skilled and they work with you to have your needs meet with your hair. From one very happy customer.
Jo Kunde
Jan 04, 2018
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Lovely salon ...air-conditioned...friendly team, great atmosphere and Narelle is talented and a real sweetheart. Go and be pampered.
