Business Details
23 Years
experience
Premium Hairdressing Services in Port Melbourne
strugnellCOLE was founded by Leon and Anuska Smith, two industry professionals with over 37 years of combined experience in hairdressing. Leon brings two decades of global expertise, having trained in New York, London, and Milan while representing major product companies internationally. Anuska contributes 17 years of specialized knowledge in colour theory and chromotherapy applications. Our salon combines artistic vision with technical precision, offering tailored hair solutions that prioritise natural hair integrity. We developed the mr & mrs hair product range using scientific research and organic ingredients to complement our salon services. Sustainability forms the core of our operations through energy-efficient practices and eco-conscious product selection.Our team delivers honest consultations focusing on practical, low-maintenance styles suited to individual lifestyles. We specialise in creating visually striking yet functional hair designs that reflect each client's personal style. Our Melbourne-based salon maintains strict environmental standards while providing premium hair care services. We continually refine our techniques through global industry engagement and artistic exploration. Our commitment to excellence extends to client education about sustainable hair care practices.
Services
Hair Cutting
Hair Colouring
Organic Hair Colour
Our Products
Sustainability
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of international hairdressing expertise from award-winning stylists
- Customised colour solutions using ammonia-free, eco-conscious products
- Proprietary hair care range combining scientific research with organic ingredients
- Sustainable salon operations featuring solar power and water conservation systems
- Complimentary consultations prioritising practical, low-maintenance styling solutions
Services
Hair Cutting
Our tailored haircuts prioritise natural texture while complementing facial structure and lifestyle. We focus on creating low-maintenance styles through detailed consultations that consider daily routines. Our stylists specialise in all hair types, providing honest recommendations to achieve practical yet stylish results that enhance individual characteristics.
Hair Colouring
We offer bespoke colour solutions using ammonia-free products that enhance natural tones. Our Colour ID system delivers high-gloss results through individualised consultations. Stylists apply colour like makeup to highlight facial features while maintaining hair integrity through sustainable practices that respect both client needs and environmental considerations.
Organic Hair Colour
Our plant-based henna colouring system provides safe, non-destructive alternatives for all skin types. This ancient technique creates vibrant, lasting colour that can be modified through expert application. We require mandatory consultations to ensure realistic expectations and optimal results while maintaining strict safety standards for pregnant clients.
Our Products
The mr & mrs hair collection combines scientific research with organic ingredients to deliver targeted solutions. Our products address specific hair types and styling needs while maintaining environmental responsibility. Each formulation reflects our commitment to sustainability through biodegradable packaging and ethical ingredient sourcing that supports our salon's eco-conscious philosophy.
Sustainability
Our eco-friendly salon features solar power generation, water-saving basins, and energy-efficient lighting. We implement towel-drying practices that utilise natural sunlight and limit climate control usage. These initiatives reflect our commitment to reducing environmental impact while maintaining premium service standards through conscious operational choices that benefit both clients and the planet.
People
Leon Smith
Co-Founder & Creative Director
Leon brings 20 years of global hairdressing experience, having trained in New York, London, and Milan. He develops innovative styling techniques and product formulations while maintaining a focus on practical, low-maintenance hair solutions that enhance natural textures.
Anuska Smith
Co-Founder & Colour Specialist
Anuska specialises in chromotherapy-based colour techniques, combining her artistic background with 17 years of industry experience. She creates emotionally resonant colour solutions using organic materials while developing sustainable salon practices that align with the business's environmental commitments.
Questions
What hair services do you specialise in?
We specialise in precision cutting, custom colouring, and organic henna treatments while offering a comprehensive range of hair care products developed specifically for different hair types and styling needs.
Are your hair products environmentally friendly?
Yes, our mr & mrs hair range uses organic ingredients and biodegradable packaging. We prioritise sustainable formulations that maintain hair health while minimising environmental impact through ethical production practices.
Do you offer sustainable salon practices?
Our salon features solar power generation, water-saving basins, and energy-efficient lighting. We implement natural drying methods and limit climate control usage to reduce our environmental footprint while maintaining premium service standards.
How do you ensure personalised service?
We conduct detailed consultations to understand individual needs, lifestyle requirements, and hair characteristics. Our stylists create tailored solutions that balance aesthetic goals with practical maintenance considerations for optimal client satisfaction.
What makes your colour services unique?
We use ammonia-free Colour ID products and organic henna techniques that enhance natural tones while maintaining hair integrity. Our stylists apply colour like makeup to highlight facial features through individualised consultations that prioritise long-term hair health.
How can I book an appointment?
Contact us directly via phone at 03 9646 1121 during business hours or visit our website to schedule consultations for hair services, colour treatments, or product recommendations with our experienced stylists.
Reviews (6)
Maria Kathopoulis
Jun 28, 2021
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Anushka is the best hairdresser in Melbourne. She is the only hairdresser that prioritises keeping your hair looking healthy and glossy. She has fixed a botched job from elsewhere where they burnt half my hair with bleach. Also her products are awesome and all natural !
Tim White
May 16, 2021
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Excellent salon, run by great people. Great knowledge of how to match hairstyle to suit the individual. Immediately understood the shape of my head and what would work. Each haircut is ways of a high quality. Great chat as well. Highly recommend.
Tracie Barrett
Jan 22, 2021
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Leon at StrugnellCole has been my go-to cutter and colourist since I first discovered the salon run by him and his wife, Anoushka (sp?). I have naturally dark hair that, as I am part-Maori, is very difficult to lighten. I have always been very happy with the results Leon has obtained, and the prices are half that I previously paid at another salon in the area. I also love that Leon is excited when his clients want to do something unusual, and is always happy to talk through what is wanted beforehand and offer suggestions. The salon atmosphere is friendly and almost family-like, with regular clients
Debra L.
Oct 21, 2019
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I have been getting my hair done at StrugnellCole for 2-3 years now. It's kinda like "Cheers - where everybody knows your name" (TV show and song). So many Bay Street salons to choose from where there are like 15 people getting done at once, dirty, loud, crowded...so why go there when you can go here? You walk in to this salon and #1 for me, it's always clean!! It's always bright and Leon & Anushka always have fun stories to share or ideas to swap. If you want to have your hair managed by 2 artists with great eyes, insight, flair, ideas and the #1 concern is your hair health, then this IS the
Tracey Stephenson
Jun 29, 2019
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It was a great day, the day I discovered Nush and Leon and their amazing hair artistry a few years ago. I would never trust anyone else now with my hair. Not only are they wonderful people but they are both extremely talented, really listen to their clients, ensuring they understand their needs and personality, creating very special and individual styles with cuts that always sit right, colours that flow, contour and highlight or contrast in all the right places! Relax into their welcoming space as they create the magic for your hair (love Leons chill out music!) and float out at the end with
Airmaria Mummy
Dec 09, 2018
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Leon and Anushka are experts in their field. I was a client at their South Melbourne salon many years ago, and returned to their Port Melbourne salon because I could not find anyone better. Great customer service, genuine advice and a wonderful experience is what you will receive from this funky salon every time! Highly recommended!!!
