it’s more than just hair.

We deeply care for the environment at Union Jacks Hair, that’s why we partner with brands that are Eco-Friendly for Hair Salons

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We're Proudly a
Sustainable Salon

because we care about the environment and the future

Our Approach

Sustainability at the Heart of Our Salon.

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We believe in the power of sustainability to reshape the hair industry for the better. This belief is more than a statement—it's a core part of who we are. Through our partnership with Sustainable Salons, we proudly support initiatives such as donating cut hair to charitable causes, contributing to ocean clean up efforts, and repurposing salon waste into valuable resources.

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What began as a focus on resource recovery has evolved into a guiding business philosophy. Today, sustainability is woven into every aspect of our salon’s operations. It’s not just about aligning with our values or connecting with our community—it’s about leading by example and setting a new standard for conscious, responsible beauty. For us, sustainability isn’t a trend. It’s the rhythm that moves us forward, every single day.

We contribute through

  • Bird's eye view of an ocean shoreline with waves crashing on a sandy beach.

    Chemical Waste

    From the salon floor that can be used to soak up oil in a land or ocean spill.

  • Hands holding a small plant with green leaves and dark soil, surrounded by green foliage.

    Recycling

    Sustainable Salons divert 95% of salon resources away from landfill and transform it into a force for good.

  • A braided brown hair accessory decorated with a small satin bow, placed inside a decorative gold-colored wreath with leaf patterns, on a light satin fabric background.

    Hair Donations

    Did you know Sustainable Salons send ponytails directly to wigmakers and to charitable organisations such as Variety and the Australia Alopecia Areata Foundation (AAAF) to be made into charitable wigs or to fund life-changing programs

  • Two hands reaching upward toward the sky, one of them appears to be floating or falling, while the other is grasping or supporting. The background features a cloudy sky with some trees at the bottom.

    Giving Back to the Community

    Proceeds from recycled materials help support food rescue charities and community initiatives, meaning your appointment contributes to helping people in need.

Ponytail
Donation

At Union Jacks Hair, we proudly support ponytail donations through our partnership with Sustainable Salons. This program allows clients to donate their hair to be transformed into wigs for people experiencing medically induced hair loss, including cancer treatment and alopecia.

A young woman with short reddish-brown hair, smiling, holding a long braid of hair in her right hand. She is wearing a black t-shirt, a light gray zip-up hoodie, and light blue jeans. Behind her is a wall with a plant in a pot and some flowers.
A young girl with shoulder-length light brown hair, smiling, holding two braided hair extensions, wearing a blue long-sleeve shirt with butterfly prints and a necklace, in a salon or similar setting.
A young girl with long, light brown hair holding two braided ponytails, smiling at the camera in a salon or hair studio.
A woman with shoulder-length brown hair smiling, wearing a pink sleeveless dress, holding a cut lock of hair, standing near green plants and white flowers.

we can accept hair from

​✔ Hair from people of all ages, genders, hair types, and hair colours — as long as it’s properly prepared
✔ Chemically treated or coloured hair
✔ Curly hair, provided the ponytail measures at least 20cm in its natural (unstraightened) state
✔ 100% human hair extensions, as verified and labelled by the original supplier

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Enquire about Hair Donation