About Zen Hair

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Director Stylist + Co-Owner

Star Sign: - Virgo

Favourite service to provide:

- Style Cuts & Voluminous Blow Dries

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- A Gardener

What is your favourite thing about Zen Hair:

- The family we've built — clients and team alike

Favourite Product:

- Evo Haze Volume Powder

More about Gary

Brisbane born and bred, Gary co-founded Zen Hair with his husband Rik over 20 years ago. With 27 years behind the chair — including time at prestigious David Jones salons — his work is defined by precision, creativity, and effortlessly luxurious hair.

A true Virgo with an eye for detail, Gary's signature is the perfect style cut and a bouncy, voluminous blow-dry.

When he's not in the salon, you'll find him in the garden or at the beach.

Life Motto: "I don't want to waste a day."

Operations + Co-Owner

Star Sign: - Sagittarius

Favourite service to provide:

- Sarcasm

What would You be if you weren't running a salon:

- Owning Nightclubs / Bars

What is your favourite thing about Zen Hair:

- The variety that it brings to my days

Favourite Product:

- Evo - Box O' Bollox

More about Rik

NZ Born, Brisbane is home. Rik co-founded Zen Hair with his husband Gary over 20 years ago, and together they've built one of Brisbane's most loved salons from the ground up.

When he's not running the salon, Rik is all about tech — AI, building apps, and coding keep him busy. He's equally at home with a shovel or a sledgehammer, with a serious passion for landscaping and renovations.

He describes himself as complex, multi-layered, with a wicked sense of humour.

Life Motto: "FUCK IT"

Director Stylist + Educator

Star Sign: - Aquarius Sun, Scorpio Moon, Taurus Rising

Favourite service to provide:

- Restyles, Shags & Pixie Cuts

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- A Midwife or a Psychologist

Favourite Product:

- Lakme Fresh Dry Texture Spray

More about Harley

Harley's love of hair started at age 8 — when most kids were picking up toys, she was booking appointments. After school she landed a Tea & Tidy job, and 19 years later she's still living her best life behind the chair.

A Director Stylist and trainer of Master Stylists and Nanoplasty Experts, Harley brings both skill and heart to everything she does. She describes herself as nurturing, and her friends would call her hilarious, loving, and effortlessly chill.

Life Motto: "Always do what makes you happy & don't worry about what people think."

Master Stylist + Educator

Star Sign: - Pisces

Favourite service to provide:

- Lakme AURA Smoothing & Foiling

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- Own a bookstore & be a Romance Author

What is your favourite thing about Zen Hair:

- I love the relationships I have built with my clients through Zen

Favourite Product:

- Evo Salty Dog Spray

More about Deneke

Deneke always knew she wanted to be a hairdresser. Her personal hair challenge? The Cowlick — one side always sits better than the other.

Outside the salon, her passions are reading and writing Romance Novels. She spends her spare time sleeping, camping, and hanging out with family and friends.

Her friends would describe her as easy going, fun and kind. She'd describe herself as awkward at first — but once she finds common ground, she won't stop talking!

Life Motto: "Accept yourself for who you are!"

Master Stylist

Star Sign: - Libra

Favourite service to provide:

- Foiling

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- Working at Disneyland

Favourite Product:

- Eleven Dry Texture Spray

More about Kristie

Brisbane born and bred, Kristie has been playing with hair for as long as she can remember. A natural blonde who gets foils to keep things fresh and bright, she knows firsthand the importance of fighting dryness — and has the product knowledge to back it up.

In her free time she loves adventures with her partner, or you'll find her hanging out with her nieces and nephews.

Life Motto: "Always do what makes you happy & don't worry about what people think."

Master Stylist

Star Sign: - Virgo

Favourite service to provide:

- Lived-in Blondes — Foils & Balayage

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- Beyoncé

What is your favourite thing about Zen Hair:

- The family feeling and the vibe

Favourite Product:

- Teknia Deep Care Drops

More about Shevan

Hailing from Townsville, Shevan has dedicated over 15 years to mastering the art of beautiful, personalised hair. His approach is thoughtful and refined — focusing on enhancing natural beauty through carefully considered colour and precision cutting.

Clients love his calm presence, his attention to detail, and his ability to create hair that grows out gracefully and styles effortlessly. From luminous blondes to softly sculpted cuts, every service reflects his commitment to quality and care.

For those seeking a stylist who blends artistry with warmth, Shevan offers an experience that feels both luxurious and grounded.

Senior Stylist

Star Sign: - Libra

Favourite service to provide:

- The AURA Keratin Smoothing Service

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- A Book Author

Favourite Product:

- Moroccan Oil All in One Leave-in Detangler

More about Sarah

Sarah always knew she wanted to be a hairdresser from a very young age. Her personal hair challenge is her Cowlick — one side always sits better than the other.

Outside the salon, her passions are reading and writing Romance Novels. She spends her spare time sleeping, camping, and hanging out with family and friends.

Her friends would describe her as easy going, fun and kind. She'd describe herself as awkward at first — but once she finds common ground, she won't stop talking!

Life Motto: "Accept yourself for who you are!"

Stylist

Star Sign: - Capricorn

Favourite service to provide:

- Hair Treatments with Style Cuts & Blow Drys

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- A Make-up Artist

What is your favourite thing about Zen Hair:

- The team environment — I feel like everyone has my back

Favourite Product:

- Eleven — there's something for everyone

More about Jess

Jessica grew up in Papua New Guinea and fell in love with the beauty industry at 15. She loves all things hair and makeup, and her personal hair challenge has always been volume.

In her spare time she loves sewing, painting, rock climbing, and gaming. Her favourite thing is heading to the beach with her family and dog.

Life Motto: "Hakuna Matata."

Emerging Stylist - 1st Year Qualified

Star Sign: - Aquarius

Favourite service to provide:

- Blow Drys, Colour & Cut Transformations

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- Working with animals

What is your favourite thing about Zen Hair:

- The community it's created whilst creating amazing hair

Favourite Product:

- Top Ten Style Balm by Lakme

More about Tayla

Tayla grew up in Valla Beach near Coffs Harbour, always changing up her hair as a kid. She'd describe herself as one of a kind with a big heart — and on her days off you'll find her having adventures or doing something creative.

Her friends would say she's fun, outgoing, and full of energy. Her personal hair challenge is taming her natural wavy hair.

Life Motto: "Live life to the fullest!"

Emerging Stylist - 1st Year Qualified

Star Sign: - Taurus

Favourite service to provide:

- Blow Drys & Blow Outs

What would You be if you weren't a hairdresser:

- A Vet

Favourite Product:

- Amika Brooklyn Bombshell

More about Emma

An emerging stylist in her first year of being qualified, Emma absolutely loves helping people feel great about their hair and bringing fresh, fun vibes to every style she creates. Whether you're after a bold change or just a little refresh, Emma is all about making sure you walk out feeling confident and totally yourself.

When she's not in the salon, she loves her dogs and cruising around the property on her 3-wheeler. Always learning, always growing — and super excited to keep building her career in the world of hair.