Haircuts & Styling
Precision cuts tailored to your face shape and lifestyle. Expert blow-dries and finishes for every occasion.
Northlands's most-trusted salon — at the heart of Northlands Shopping Centre. Expert stylists. Premium treatments. An experience you'll love.
From the moment you walk in, Kess Hair & Beauty Northlands wraps you in warmth, expertise and care. Our senior stylists listen first — then deliver.
Every visit to Kess Hair & Beauty Northlands is crafted around you — senior stylists, salon-grade products, and a relaxing space designed for results you'll love.
No hidden fees, no surprises. Kess Hair & Beauty Northlands is rated by locals as "the best value" — because we believe great hair shouldn't cost the earth.
From precision cuts to full colour transformations, waxing to facials — our senior stylists and beauticians have every service covered.
Precision cuts tailored to your face shape and lifestyle. Expert blow-dries and finishes for every occasion.
Full colour, balayage, foils, ombré, and dimensional highlights — crafted to complement your natural tone.
Keratin smoothing, deep conditioning, scalp care and straightening for silky, frizz-free results that last.
Professional full-body waxing with skin-safe formulas. Long-lasting smoothness, minimal discomfort.
Perfect your brow shape with threading, tinting, or semi-permanent microblading for effortless definition.
Revitalise with customised facials, eyelash tinting, relaxing massages and holistic beauty treatments.
Real reviews from real people at Kess Hair & Beauty Northlands
"Great experience"
"Very good work by allem! Definitely recommended. Love the work!!!"
"Logan did an awesome job brightening my dull greying hair! I feel like a million dollars and it only cost $104! Super impressed!!"
"Logan was amazing! The attention the detail in the cut and finishing was awesome. My hair looks super healthy. His colleague also does the best scalp massage. Defiantly will Be returning"
"Had my colour done here and it turned out beautifully. Highly recommend!"
"Excellent service and great prices. The staff really know what they are doing."
Conveniently located inside Northlands Shopping Centre, Papanui's premier shopping destination. Free parking at Northlands Shopping Centre.
| Mon – Wed | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Thu – Fri | 9:00am – 9:00pm ✓ |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 6:00pm |
| Sunday | 10:00am – 6:00pm |
Book online in 2 minutes or walk in anytime. Kess Hair & Beauty Northlands is here for you 7 days a week — with late nights Thu & Fri until 9pm.
Everything you need to know about visiting Kess Hair & Beauty Northlands
We're located at Shop 62, 55 Main North Road, Northlands Shopping Centre, Papanui, Christchurch 8052. Free parking at Northlands Shopping Centre.
Monday–Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm. Thursday–Friday: 9:00am – 9:00pm (extended hours). Saturday: 9:00am – 6:00pm. Sunday: 10:00am – 6:00pm. Open every day of the week.
Both! Walk-ins are always welcome during opening hours. We recommend booking online to guarantee your preferred stylist and time, especially Thursday and Friday evenings.
We offer haircuts and styling, hair colour and highlights (balayage, foils, ombré), keratin treatments, hair extensions, waxing, facials, eyebrow threading and microblading, eyelash tinting, massage, and piercings.
Full service pricing is visible on our online booking page — select a service to see prices before booking. You can also call (03) 354 6310 for a quote.
Yes — Kess gift cards are available online at kess.co.nz and in-salon. They make the perfect gift for any occasion and can be used across all Kess locations.
Yes — Free parking at Northlands Shopping Centre. Bus routes and drop-off access are also available.
No, we keep our pricing the same—even on public holidays. You can book your appointment prior to get your preferred slot.
Yes — Kess Hair & Beauty is NZ's largest hair and beauty salon group with 27 locations nationwide, established in 2004 and 100% NZ owned.