Hair & beauty · Ballarat Central
Thirty years of beautiful hair on Ripon Street.
All aspects of hair and beauty — led by Katrina, with a team that loves creamy blondes, glossy brunettes and a great cut.
Open today· 13 Ripon Street North, Ballarat
30 years of TabooKatrina has led the salon for three decades.
Late nightsWednesday & Thursday until 8pm.
Hair & beautyAll aspects, under one roof.
Alfaparf MilanoProfessional colour in the chair.

The team
Katrina and the Taboo team
Thirty years ago Katrina took the reins of Taboo — and it has been a place of beautiful hair, amazing clients, friendships and plenty of laughter ever since.
Today Katrina shares the salon with Alex, Macy and Tay: foils, creamy blondes, warm autumn colour and sharp haircuts are all in a week’s work. The team is growing too, with a new apprentice on the way.
Meet the team & visit →Trusted locally
Why clients choose us
30 years of Taboo
Katrina has led the salon for three decades.
Late nights
Wednesday & Thursday until 8pm.
“30 years ago, Katrina took the reins of Taboo — a place filled with beautiful hair, amazing clients, friendships and laughter.”
Services
What we do
Colour & foils
Full and half head foils, creamy blondes and big transformations.
See services →Gloss & toners
A little gloss goes a long way — shiny, soft and freshly toned.
See services →Cuts & styling
Shape and texture for every length, finished with a blow-dry.
See services →Beauty
Hair and beauty under one roof — ask the salon what’s on offer.
See services →Recent work
From the salon’s Instagram




Book an appointment
Get in touch your way
Call, message or book — whichever is easiest for you.
Call the salon
(03) 5332 1230- Book onlinePick a service, stylist and time.
- Instagram DM@tabooonripon — send a photo of your hair.
- Facebook messageTaboo on Ripon — Ballarat VIC.
Opening hours
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday9am – 5:30pm
- Wednesday9am – 8pm
- Thursday9am – 8pm
- Friday9am – 6pm
- Saturday9am – 1pm
- SundayClosed
How do I book an appointment?
Call (03) 5332 1230 or send a DM to @tabooonripon on Instagram — or use the booking request on this site.
What are your opening hours?
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 9am – 5:30pm; Wednesday: 9am – 8pm; Thursday: 9am – 8pm; Friday: 9am – 6pm; Saturday: 9am – 1pm; Sunday: Closed.
Where are you?
13 Ripon Street North, Ballarat Central VIC 3350. Get directions.
Can I choose my stylist?
Yes — ask for Katrina, Alex, Macy or Tay when you book.
How much will it cost?
It depends on your hair length, thickness and the service. Send a photo or call and the salon will give you a quote before you book.
Do you do beauty treatments too?
Yes — Taboo covers all aspects of hair and beauty. Call for the current beauty menu.
Are you open late?
Yes — Wednesday and Thursday until 8pm.
Ready when you are
Your next hair appointment is calling
Limited appointments each week — call or DM to secure your spot.
