Sydney’s Original Curl Specialists

Established 2011

We are your best hairdresser for curly hair in Sydney.

Famous for our dry “curl by curl” cutting technique. 

About Project One Hair

Located in Chippendale, Project One Hair is owned and operated by Lucas Patterson and Nicole Bryce. We are Sydney’s original curl cutting specialists and have been operating since 2011. 

Since we began, we have worked with thousands of happy clients that span across all curl types and cultures. 

Our Approach

We’re well known for our dry curl by curl cutting technique that offers a continuity that traditional wet cutting techniques cannot provide. 

We offer a simple approach to home hair care and explain everything you need to know during your sessions. 

Our Experience

We are advanced stylists with combined experience in the industry of 30 years and pride ourselves on a calm, creative and friendly salon environment. 

We care about your curls and love what we do, so that you can love your curls too!

We 💛 cash payments at Project One. 
Just a cute reminder for the Christmas rush 💥💥
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We thank you all for the love. 
We are booked solid until February 2025. 
Nights and Saturday peak times are closed for now. 
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If we have you on our standby lists we are working really hard to get to each of you as soon as there are cancellations for your preferred times 
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Bookings are open for February for daytime / weekday appointments ongoingly. 
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Thank you for your understanding 🙏🏼
💛 Lucas and Nikki
Hello gorgeous people ! We have gift certificates for you ! 
Available in store ! It could be a fabulous Christmas gift for a loved one to new or existing clients ! 
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It’s not long to go now 🎄🎅🏽🎁✂️➰➿
Thank you to Alice ! She comes all the way from Adelaide to visit family and see concerts, and to see us ! Long weighty curls transformed into bouncy beach weightless locks- perfect for Summer beach hair 🌊☀️🕶️🏝️
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Cut by Lucas and styled with 🤍
Meet our new salon icon 🙏🏼 Isn’t she fabulous ? We think she embodies the spirit of the salon. All encompassing, powerful, soft, playful, no nonsense and a pinch of sass.
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We’ve updated our website for you all ! All the information you need to know is there. Especially for new guests whom have the classic questions ⭐️ you can find the link in our bio 
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Please note that we only have a few daytime/weekday appointments left for this year. Definitely no Saturday or Night appointments left. We are in the Summer rush. There is only 8 weeks left. If you have left things till the last minute, you can always request to be placed on standby for your preferred dates. 
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What should our icons name be ? 
Comment below ⭐️
Today @internez came to visit and instead of cutting loads of locks off, I dusted the ends and completely relayered and balanced the face frames. 
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Styled with @bouncecurl wide tooth brush and @jessicurl Spiralicious gel and diffused to 80% dry to eventually scrunch out the crunch 
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Thank you Nez ! You look glowing. Always lovely to see you ! @skippy_in_toronto where are youuuuuuuu ? 🩺⭐️🕶️
What better way to celebrate our 13th birthday than with one of my OG guests @atthejump ! What a journey we have been on. So many shapes, colours and hysterical conversations over the years. 
Big soft stunning silver hair cut by Lucas 🤍🧔🏽‍♂️🥂🤩 
How cute is Frances ?!!! And her new bangs 🤍🤍🤍
Just a friendly reminder to all clients on how to arrive to your curly cut appointment. 
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Please have clean hair and scalp. We dry cut before the shampoo, and out of courtesy for us, it’s so important. 
If your curls are oily, and scalp isn’t treated, we are not getting a true representation of your natural texture. It’s a courtesy to us handling the hair. 
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Please don’t arrive with your curls tied up. We are unable to identify what curl pattern you have, and can’t offer the service that you deserve. We can’t guess where the curls will sit once washed and styled. It’s for your benefit. 
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Your curls can be washed the night before, or day of but they need to be dry, and yes, product is fine. 
If it’s washed the night before, it’s ok if they’ve been slept on, just a light refresh is great.
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We won’t be able to carry out the service if the hair is in a pony tail, bun, pinned up, half up, wet or unclean. If it’s tangled or there’s dreads we won’t be able to go ahead. 
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We want to deliver you the best outcome for your hair and only ask for the above to do so. If we carry out the work on hair that isn’t prepped, it is guess work for us. 
We have tried to work with hair like this, but it’s compromising the end results and we have to speak up. 

Thank you for understanding 🤍
Lucas and Nikki
We love a before and after, especially whilst using the new BounceCurl brushes. Hair mastery by Nicci and @tracyganducoach as her guest. We love having you in ! Please follow Tracy and her fabulous Insta 🥂
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#curlyhair #curls #curl #curlyhairdresser#curlyhairdresser#sydneyscurlspecialist  #dryhaircuts#wavyhair #waves #curlygirl #curlyhaircuts #dryhaircutting  #sydneycurlsalon
This is the Volume EdgeLift Brush by @bouncecurl
In small sections we sweep from underneath the roots in a ‘circular under’ motion. 
*note- there are 2 brushes in the range. 
These results are for tight definition from this particular brush. 
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We are in 💙
Thank you so much to @margie_g 
Absolutely stunning ! 
Thank you to my husby Dan for reels skills 📸🎥
There’s been such huge demand and enquiry about the Bouncecurl Brush ! 
We love using it, you will too. 
It really does lift the root area like no other. 
*small sections (tip) 
Reel coming soon, and in salon tips ! 
$49.90 au 
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Look who’s made a comeback ! @bouncecurl Always in demand- light crème gel, Avocado and Rose Oil clump and define cream, AND the much discussed Volume Edge Lift Brush ! 
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There is an Aussie supplier, so that means no shenanigans with international logistics anymore !
A reshape, refresh and rejuvenation for our friend @_moon_ique 
So much shine, movement and re-integration of her stunning layers ! 
Cut by Nikki and styled with @innersenseorganicbeauty I Create Lift 

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Oh Heshani ! 
I’m so proud of this image. 
It was taken a while ago not long after introducing bangs and lots of layers ! 
So fabulous ! 
Curly Cut by Lucas 
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This is where we work- with you ! Welcome to our space if you haven’t seen it yet ! 
I love setting it up and preparing the energy for the beginning of each day. 
I’ve developed a taste for plants and intend on FILLING the salon with them, so stay tuned ! 
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#salon #sydneysalon #curlyhairsalon #curlspecialists #curls #plants #love
Hello and sending love to our Project One Fam ! We hope you are all doing well coming into the cooler weather ! 
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Just wanted to touch base and let new clients know that we are accepting, but only for weekday/daytime appts between Tues and Fridays. Weekends and Nights are closed for bookings as they are fully booked until Christmas. We are having a great year ! We thank you all for the position we are in, and thank you for understanding ! 
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At the moment we are booked out for 8 weeks in advance for weekday daytimes, but there’s always movement and the odd cancellation so you can request to be added to standby for your preference in the meantime. 
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And finally, please be extra mindful as we move into cold and flu season to please reschedule if you are sick. If you are symptomatic in any way, please do the right thing and reschedule. Nikki and I will always prefer you cancel in this case and we will prioritise your future booking for when you are completely well. Even if it’s last minute. We are always flexible as you all know.
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Thank you for reading and we look forward to seeing you all soon 🙏🏼
Lucas, Nikki and Irene
Before and After for my client- Blaize ! His hair is so good to work with. The ‘before’ was already amazing, I just gave it a shape up to create lift and balance so it grows out well ! Cut by Lucas ! 
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We love it when @atelaitemoakepu comes to visit. Thank you for being our biggest fan, and loving our lil salon so much ! We 💛 you ! 

Styled with @clever_curl 

#curlyhairdresser#curlyhairdresser#sydneyscurlspecialist  #dryhaircuts#wavyhair #waves #curlygirl #curlyhaircuts #dryhaircutting  #sydneycurlsalon
Miss Sophie’s fabulous hair was dragging her down. She requested lift and framing. So that’s what I gave her ! Beautiful, shiny, bouncy curls ! 🧔🏽‍♂️🔮✨✨✨

#curlyhair #curls #curl #curlyhairdresser#curlyhairdresser#sydneyscurlspecialist  #dryhaircuts#wavyhair #waves #curlygirl #curlyhaircuts #dryhaircutting  #sydneycurlsalon
Hairline permitting, we went ahead with BANGS ! Careful assessment and consult are paramount. We can all agree this decision makes @leahlangdale ‘s curls pop ! 

Cut by Lucas with 🫶🏼♥️
#curlyhair #curls #curl #curlyhairdresser#curlyhairdresser#sydneyscurlspecialist  #dryhaircuts#wavyhair #waves #curlygirl #curlyhaircuts #dryhaircutting  #sydneycurlsalon

Steps to Your Curly Hair Haircut

We consult with you to work out what
your preferences and options are

Your Curly Hair Haircut

Preparing your hair for a curly haircut

We provide the highest quality service that we can, but to do that we request a few things in preparation for your curly haircut appointment. 

  • Please arrive with your hair detangled, and your curls and scalp clean. Remember, we don’t shampoo until after your cut. 
  • Please do not tie up your curls in any way after your preparation wash and prior to your appointment. We really need to assess your curls in their natural form for optimum results.  
  • Style your curls as you would normally. It doesn’t have to be styled perfectly. You can wear the styling product of your choice.

We offer a simple approach to home hair care and explain everything you need to know

Arriving for your curly hair haircut

When you arrive, a consult will take place detail about your curls. This is our moment together to create what you would like. 

It’s your time to ask questions and let us know your hair journey, and we can share information on how to get you to your ultimate hair goals. 

During your curly hair haircut

We love an uncomplicated stripped back approach to hair care making it as easy as possible for you to create your look at home.

After we cut your curls, you will go to the basin for your cleanse and condition. 

When we style your curls, we will educate you on recommended products and their application. 

We will either diffuse your curls or pop you under the overhead dryer depending on your preference.

Curly Hair Hairdresser Sydney

Located in Chippendale, Sydney

Price List

Allow 1 hour and 15 minutes per session time. 

Curly Cuts

$185
GST inclusive

Curly Cut
(with no shampoo and styling)

$155
GST inclusive 

Short Clipper Cut 

From $120
GST inclusive


Cancellation Policy 

Once you have secured an appointment with us and then cancel with less 24-48 hours’ notice.

You will be charged 50% of your session price so that we can cover our costs. 

Whilst we can be flexible in some cases, we have a zero tolerance for ghosting or repetitive cancellations. 

Thank you for understanding. 

We explain everything you need to know
to look after your curls at home

Products We Recommend for Curly Hair

These are the curl-care products we use and recommend.

Not sure which product is best for your hair?
Contact us for an appointment at the salon
and we’ll give you some advice.

FAQ

You can, but we don’t recommend it. Because we cut curl by curl, when its straightened, the haircut will appear irregular and uneven on the ends. Excessive heat can really damage your curls permanently. 

Absolutely not. We believe these techniques ruin your curl pattern in a way that is irreversible. 

Absolutely up to you! We suggest after your initial appointment onward if you like. 

Generally every 12 weeks. It can vary depending on your curl type and requirements. It spans from 10 weeks to 6 months in some cases.

Unfortunately we are unable to. Working on hair that isn’t prepared is guess work for us and will leave your curls uneven. 

We almost always run on time. If we are slightly late (it happens) we will notify you by text to give you ample notice. 

Yes! You can park on the street. It is 1P parking and pretty easy.

Alternatively you can park at Broadway Shopping centre 2 hours for free (allow 12 mins to walk)

Or Shepherd Street Carpark a little closer (just behind The Seymour Centre)

Redfern and Central are equally close by. Generally allow 15 mins walk time.

We require 48 hours’ notice for last minute cancellations. 50% of your session price is required and payable directly to us once we are notified. 

Whilst we can be flexible in some cases, we have zero tolerance policy for last minute ghosting and repetitive cancellations. 

Contact

Shop 2, 65 Myrtle Street
Chippendale 2008 

Phone: 02 8021 8063

Next to The Scenery Cafe.  
Near Buckland and Myrtle Street.

Reservations

We are a By Appointment Only salon. 

Please call 02 8021 8063 to secure a reservation. 

Please leave us a detailed message if we are unable to pick up. We will be in touch within 24 hours of enquiry. 

Opening Hours

Tuesday: 10:00 – 2.30pm
Wednesday: 11.00 – 6.30pm
Thursday: 10.00 – 4.00pm
Friday: 10.30 – 4.30pm
Saturday: 08.30 – 2.30pm

By appointment only, these times
are a general idea of our hours.