The Ārdeō Color Story
Welcome to Ārdeō
At Ārdeō Color Studio in East Austin's vibrant Cesar Chavez neighborhood, we empower women every day by providing personalized, highly specialized, elite color services. Voted Best Color Salon in Austin by local readers, our approach starts with you. Your needs guide our process, and our core values shape every part of your experience, from the way we listen to the way we deliver results.
When you visit us on East 6th Street, we take care of you like one of our own. From your first consultation to that final blowout, every detail is designed to make you feel confident and cared for. We want each part of your Austin hair salon experience to provide a balance of luxury, confidence, and comfort. When you leave our East Austin color studio, we want you to feel like the best version of yourself because your hair is our calling card.
Whether you're coming from Downtown Austin, catching the train at nearby Plaza Saltillo Station, or you're a local East Cesar Chavez resident walking over after coffee at Flat Track, our boutique hair salon offers the specialized color expertise Austin women deserve. Many of our clients make it part of their East Austin day, stopping by before dinner at nearby restaurants or after exploring the neighborhood's vibrant art scene.
The Studio
Founded by Master Colorist Tina Herod, Ārdeō Color Studio is a luxury boutique hair color salon located in East Austin. As an extension of Tina's refined nature, the space is intimate, airy, and designed to provide you with a peaceful escape from the daily demands of life.
At the helm of fashion & culture, Ārdeō Color Studio prides itself on expertise in all hair types, offering services that elevate an individual's natural beauty while embracing creative change and seasonal evolution.
At Ārdeō, education is central to our mission and we work closely with our colorists to maintain the most current industry knowledge of products, trends, and techniques. Our colorists specialize in corrective color and color change while maintaining focus on these specific outcomes:
- Protecting your hair from damage
- Producing rich, natural hair color, or
- Creating unique designs using intense and vibrant fashion tones
While our artists love cutting and shaping hair, currently we only offer cuts alongside chemical treatments.
More Ārdeō Love!!
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Norah R.
Ārdeō knows me and my lifestyle well enough to make sure I walk out feeling good, and relevant, I know I can be confident when I show up to work and life the next day.
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Tina M.
Ārdeō's purpose is … to provide color to my world
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Stephanie C.
Ārdeō Color understands that my hair is not just important to me, it's a part of my brand and personal identity. Tina approaches every detail like she's creating a work of art... because she is!!
Ārdeō Values
Integrity - In our art and our actions, behind the chair, and with each and every guest.
Authenticity - Of creative expression and personal character.
Relatability - We approach our work with humility and hold deep empathy for our clients.
Creativity - The work is a collaboration of our talents and your spirit - it's all we need to make magic!
Knowledge - We will never stop learning for ourselves. We will never stop educating others.
Meaningful Work - Our goal is to impact your life in a positive way. We work with a purpose that goes beyond visual expression.
Trustworthiness - This is core to Ārdeō's success!
Our Mission
Our mission at Ārdeō Color Studio is to provide an open and ever-evolving atmosphere in which stylists, artists, and clients collaborate to create exceptional hairstyles that translate into real-world experiences, empowering a sense of purpose, self-worth, and personal accomplishment to all.