Fine Hair Specialist

Are you experiencing fine hair, thinning, or alopecia concerns? Do you struggle with haircuts that lack volume and shape? Has your hair always been cut too short, wet or blunt, been told that ‘layers won’t work’ or ‘there’s not much we can do’? Rest assured, those experiences are the shared salon trauma of anyone with fine, thin or thinning hair. There is good news! You have found the only true fine hair specialist in Melbourne to help with these challenges.

Hello. I’m Tom Zappala, the person behind the haircutting. While I am well known for my curly hair expertise, I am a haircutting specialist for all challenging hair textures and situations that result in common salon disappointment. To that end, I have spent over 30 years refining dry-cutting techniques that consistently help relieve fine hair challenges. Additionally, each session in my private 1:1 studio provides a supportive self-care experience. Indeed, my intention as a conscientious professional is to help those who have struggled to find happiness and satisfaction.

Genuine Expertise

Fine, thin or thinning hair is not very forgiving when it comes to haircutting. Those living with these textures know this all too well. Unsurprisingly, most hairdressers opt to cut these delicate textures wet and blunt. Of course, all of this is patently incorrect. Cutting fine hair wet is a failure for anyone wanting greater volume, movement, and shape. A blunt, wet cut unequivocally weighs down hair and renders it lifeless. Providing exceptional results on delicate hair textures takes considerable time and well-honed dry-cutting skills. Any attempt to rush through the process will inevitably show evidence of poor work or consideration.

In contrast, careful execution provides results that expand fine hair with increased volume and visual density. When done well, the results always delight clients. That is why I am a haircutting specialist for challenging hair—rather than just a curly hair specialist. Despite the curly hair emphasis on this website, I assure you that your fine, thin, or thinning hair situation is equally welcomed and supported. However, those who desire pixie, short, or close-cropped lengths that require frequent salon visits are likely not an ideal match. As a caring and experienced professional, I help those who need true specialist expertise. I’m as real as it gets.