Malessa Howe

Principal Alchemist

5.0 rating with 147 votes

Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North

Appointments completed

859

Clients served

528

About

“In 1994, I became a Top Seven finalist in the New Zealand National Hairdressing Awards. I then moved to Australia, where I owned and managed a successful salon for 30 years, building a loyal clientele. Now back in New Zealand to be closer to family, I’m excited to rebuild my client base and share my skills, creativity, and passion for hairdressing with new and returning clients.”

Works at

  • Alchemy & I

    20 Coleman Place, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North, Manawatū-whanganui Region

Languages

English

Interests

🏆 Being active
🖋️ Creativity
☀️ Positivity

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Member since Sept 2025

Appointments completed

859

Clients served

528

About

“In 1994, I became a Top Seven finalist in the New Zealand National Hairdressing Awards. I then moved to Australia, where I owned and managed a successful salon for 30 years, building a loyal clientele. Now back in New Zealand to be closer to family, I’m excited to rebuild my client base and share my skills, creativity, and passion for hairdressing with new and returning clients.”

Languages

English

Interests

🏆 Being active
🖋️ Creativity
☀️ Positivity

Find me

Member since Sept 2025

Services

Portfolio
8

Reviews

147

Malessa excels at creating beautiful hairstyles that leave clients feeling rejuvenated. Her expertise in long cuts and styles, along with her attentive consultations, ensures that each person walks away with a look tailored to their desires. Many appreciate the relaxing head massages during their visits, adding to the overall comforting experience provided in the salon.

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Carolyn M

5 rating

Mal - did an amazing job with my hair colour matching, looks very natural, love the cut and she was fast and efficient, highly recommend

1 week ago  •  3 services

Karangawai M

Karangawai M

5 rating

Salesman is lovely and I always love my cuts

1 week ago  •  2 services

Marg W

Marg W

5 rating

Mel was fantastic. Absolutely listened to what I wanted. Great atmosphere.

1 week ago  •  RESTYLE

Mckayla J

Mckayla J

5 rating

Lovely experience, great head massage and awesome hairdresser !

1 week ago  •  LONG Cut & Style

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Kathriona B

5 rating

Friendly efficient service. Came out feeling like a new woman. Thanks Mel.

1 week ago  •  SHORT Cut & Style

Lauren M

Lauren M

5 rating

Mal is just the best. The first person in years that just knew what to do with my hair, I always leave super happy with my cut and looking forward to coming back again

2 weeks ago  •  LONG Cut & Style

Location

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Alchemy & I

20 Coleman Place, Palmerston North Central, Palmerston North, Manawatū-whanganui Region Get directions

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Member since Sept 2025

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