Colleen is a beauty destination where elevated standards meet understated style—a boutique edit of the world’s most effective, innovative, and performance-driven hair and beauty brands. Each product is hand-selected for its ability to deliver real results while embodying a sense of ease and indulgence. From glow-giving skin elixirs to scalp-soothing scrubs and frizz-taming balms, the Colleen collection celebrates products that genuinely work—and feel good to use. Whether formulated in New Zealand, discovered across the Tasman, or sourced from the world’s most forward-thinking beauty labs, every item on the shelf reflects a commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and integrity. Colleen doesn’t follow fleeting trends—it defines its own standard. The brands it champions are designed by hairdressers, skin experts, and beauty insiders who understand the realities of modern routines and diverse needs. No gimmicks, no fillers—just curated excellence for every curl, complexion, and character. For those in search of beauty that feels as personal as it is powerful, Colleen offers a space where results and self-expression meet.
Where Creative Culture Meets Precision Hair Artistry
Tucked into the vibrant heart of Auckland’s Karangahape Road, Colleen has become more than just a salon—it is a beloved institution. Since opening its doors in 2016, the boutique space has drawn loyal clients, creatives, and beauty lovers from across New Zealand, all seeking expert care in an inspiring environment. The salon was founded by acclaimed stylist Lauren Gunn, whose vision was to pair technical precision with a relaxed, contemporary feel. That vision quickly took root, and today Colleen is known for its flawless cuts, striking colour work, and the effortless transformations delivered by a team of handpicked stylists and colourists. Many members of the team double as creative collaborators—contributing to campaigns, editorial shoots, and behind-the-scenes projects that shape Aotearoa’s fashion and beauty scene. The salon’s atmosphere reflects its ethos: elevated but unpretentious, with the perfect playlist and a sense of calm cool that lingers long after the appointment. At Colleen, hair is only part of the story. This is where fashion, culture, and beauty converge—one style-forward, soul-nourishing session at a time.
Beauty with Integrity: Ethical, Sustainable, and Thoughtfully Made
Colleen’s approach to beauty is as ethical as it is effective. At a time when overproduction and surface-level sustainability dominate the industry, Colleen offers an alternative: a slower, smarter way of doing business that prioritizes people and planet alongside performance. The brands curated for the salon’s shelves are selected not only for their efficacy, but for their clean formulations, responsible packaging, and transparent sourcing. Each product reflects a commitment to quality over quantity, and every ingredient and material is chosen with care. Colleen’s own packaging is 100% FSC-certified and intentionally minimalist, reflecting its low-impact values. The salon exclusively stocks independently made, cruelty-free, and often plant-based lines—eschewing greenwashing in favour of honest storytelling and traceable supply chains. Behind the scenes, the same conscious mindset applies small batch thinking, thoughtful processes, and a belief in the beauty of taking one’s time. In everything it does, Colleen proves that luxury and sustainability can go hand in hand—that beauty can be both transformative and transparent. It is this unwavering commitment to doing things differently that continues to make Colleen a leader in New Zealand’s evolving beauty landscape.
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