Opening Hours:
Tues, Weds & Sat: 9 – 5.30
Thurs: 9 – 8
Fri: 9 – 6
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Alternatively give us a call on (01) 405 5652 or pop in and see us in Rathfarnham Village.
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Call us today on (01) 405 5652, or pop in and see us to arrange.
Services
CUTTING | ||
Ladies cut & style | €67 | |
Ladies re-style | €73 | |
Gents cut & style | €31.50 | |
Child (under 18) | €56.50 | |
Child (under 12) | €48.50 | |
Child (under 6) | €32.50 | |
OAP & Student Tues – Thurs only | 10% Discount |
BLOWDRY | |
Short | €32 |
Medium | €38 |
Long | €40 |
+ €3.50 for curly or extralong/thick hair | |
Upstyle | from €57 |
Set | €37 |
TREATMENTS | |
Olaplex | €32 |
Joico 4 step | €30 |
Joico 2 step | €20 |
HI-LIGHTING | |||
Please Note: A sensitivity test must be done 48hrs before any colour service. | |||
Full Head | Short | from €94 | |
Medium | from €105.50 | ||
Long | from €125 | ||
1/2 Head | Short | from €77 | |
Medium | from €89 | ||
Long | from €90 | ||
T-Bar | Short | from €44 | |
Medium | from €49.50 | ||
Long | from €55.50 | ||
Balayage | Price on consultation | ||
Add cut or blowdry are in addition to any technical Service |
TINTING | |
Please Note: A sensitivity test must be done 48hrs before any colour service. | |
Filler | from €32 |
Roots | from €61 |
Roots to end | from €75 |
AMMONIA-FREE COLOUR | |
Filler | from €37 |
Roots | from €73.50 |
Roots to end | from €88 |
Add Floodlights/Highlights | from €20 |
Add cut or blowdry are in addition to any technical Service |
EXTENSIONS | |
Hair Talk Tape extensions | Price on consultation |
€50 Deposit to Secure Appointment |
Please Note
A sensitivity test must be done 48hrs before any colour service
Our Stylists
Here’s a quick introduction to our very talented and experienced stylists. Drop in any time to meet us!

SARAH-JANE MCCARTHY
Owner & Creative Director
Sarah-Jane is the proud owner and creative director of Rua Hair Salon. With over 18 years hairdressing under her belt, she is an expert colour technician and master cutter. A naturally creative person with a keen interest in fashion, she has styled hair for TV shows and Ireland’s leading glossy magazines such as the Social & Personal, Confetti and Irish Brides magazine.
Her creativity bagged her 2 awards at the Irish Hairdressing Championships (Best Bridal and Best Newcomer).
Sarah-Jane is passionate about helping you discover and achieve the perfect hair style to suit you and your lifestyle. Her easy-going nature and attention to detail means you are guaranteed a relaxing and personalised experience when you visit her at Rua Hair Salon.

GRAHAM
Stylist
Graham is 21 years in the hairdressing industry and possesses an unwavering passion for his craft. Specializing in coloring and styling, Graham’s expertise shines when he’s working with natural curly hair, a texture he adores for its unique versatility. His creativity knows no bounds, especially when he’s crafting beautiful upstyles for special occasions, transforming hair into stunning works of art.
What sets Graham apart is his love for experimentation, particularly with vivid colors. He approaches each client with a dedication to understanding their individuality, ensuring that their unique personality and preferences are reflected in their hairstyle. Graham believes in the power of listening, taking the time to understand his clients’ desires and concerns, and collaboratively creating a plan that leaves them not just satisfied, but genuinely thrilled with the results.
Featured Products
Each month we choose a product to feature as our favourite product.
There’s a 10% discount for that month!
JUNE
ALFAPARF SEA SALT SPRAY
Sea Salt Spray is a product from Alfaparf Style Stories range. With a medium hold, it gives a defined, tousled ‘beachy’ look, which adds texture to finer, limp hair. With a matte finish.
JULY
JOICO HUMIDITY BLOCKER
A quick spray of this will protect your hair from fuzzing up after a blowdry. Perfect for holidays! 10% off all July 2018.
AUGUST
ALFAPARF THERMAL PROTECTOR
Thermo-active shield, protects the hair fibre from the heat of hot styling tools. Its dry spray formulation means that the hair does not get excessively wet before styling with straighteners or tongs. 10% off all August 2018.
SEPTEMBER
JOICO LUSTER LOCK DAILY SHINE & PROTECT SPRAY
Not only does it detangle, smooth and seal split ends but it also has uv heat and styling protection and to top it it all off it smells amazing.
OCTOBER
ALFAPARF FLEXIBLE MOUSSE
Create your hairstyle without the stickiness and residue. Your hair is left looking defined, silky and glossy.
NOVEMBER
JOICO BLONDE LIFE BRIGHTENING SHAMPOO
A neutralising and moisturising shampoo created specifically for bleached, double-processed or high-lifted blonde hair.
DECEMBER
JOICO lUSTER LOCK INSTANT SHINE TREATMENT
This treatment,restores the health of your hair by harnessing the powers of deeply nourishing Manketti and Argan oils. Leaving your hair with mirror-like shine and lustre. Just what your hair needs after the silly season!
JANUARY 2019
JOICO BODY SHAKE
There’s nothing like the plush, airy, bombshell volume of Body Shake — the buildable spray that’s never stiff or sticky. Delivering a bouncy, plush finish and the freedom to touch and retouch, you’ll get fullness and fluid movement in one unique texturiser.
FEBRUARY 2019
JOICO MOISTURE RECOVERY SHAMPOO
Transform dehydrated hair with Joico Moisture Recovery Shampoo. Enriched with a bio-diverse Hydramine Sea Complex, it improves the manageability of even the most parched and unruly hair.
The Salon
Welcome to our salon in Rathfarnham Village, Dublin.
Appointments not always necessary!
Drinks Menu
Americano
Cappuccino
Tea
Herbal Teas
Water
Gallery
Here’s some of our work
You too can look this good.
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Find us in Rathfarnham Village
Parking in Rathfarnham Village
Parking can be found all along the main street of Rathfarnham Village and costs €1.50 hour.
There is also parking available if you drive straight through the lights at the end of the village into Village Court apartments where it’s only €0.70 per hour, or free on Saturdays.
Client Reviews
“Very friendly and welcoming staff from my first arrival into the salon. The staff are exquisite and have the highest attention to detail. Excellent service!”
“Loved my color and cut. Rachel was amazing. Will 100% go back”
“Great experience at Rua hair yesterday (3rd Dec). Sarah Jane did a fantastic job on my hair. She’s endlessly patient and good humoured! Great salon with impeccable safety and security during Covid. Would highly recommend Rua.”
“I am always well looked after by Sarah Jane and her team. They always hear me when I have any queries or changes and I have never been disappointed! I really appreciate you fitting me in before lockdown and Rachel did an epic job on my colour and cut. I have already recommended Rua to loads of people and I’ll keep doing that. Support our local businesses!”
“Great service. Professional and friendly. High hygiene standards all through my visit. Would highly recommend Rua. Delighted with my colour and style from Lisa.”
“Really enjoyed my visit to your salon and very pleased with my highlights excellent”Would highly recommend Rua Hair Salon, Sarah Jane and her team have implemented all guidelines for staff and customer safety and deserve support. I had to change an appointment at the last minute due to work and Sarah Jane was very accommodating with my change request.”