Unit 1, 38 van der Riet Street, Port Alfred

Urban Cottage stands out as a boutique-style salon that prioritizes individual attention in a welcoming atmosphere. With a focus on hair services, male waxing, and soothing massages, each visit promises a tranquil experience tailored to your needs. This autism-owned establishment values inclusivity and comfort, ensuring every guest feels right at home while enjoying high-quality service.

Owner, Stylist, Therapist

Chic salon interior at Urban Cottage, Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, ZA with comfy chair and large mirror.

Charming interior of Urban Cottage, Port Alfred, Eastern Cape, ZA showcasing a welcoming beauty seating area.

Cozy salon area at Urban Cottage, Port Alfred, with a reclining chair and washbasin enhancing the spa ambiance.

Urban Cottage

Salon de coiffure

Urban Cottage is a sanctuary in Port Alfred, and the therapist is attentive, caring, and knows his craft. Its a place for relaxation and stylish grooming. I highly recommend Urban Cottage. 

Best haircut I've had in 8 years. Already had many compliments. Thank you Juan, will be back soon for pink.

Its an experience, not just a fresh cut !

Fabulous! 
5 star treatment and the best haircut and colour

Jaun is amazing. He listens to his clients and gently guides them to make the right choice.  His hospitality is outstanding and I felt very comfortable in his stunning salon. 

Step into a warm and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome. I provide gender-neutral services and fair pricing, focusing on your unique hair needs. Enjoy comfortable, high-quality haircare tailored specifically for you.

Haircut

Clipper shave (Buzz cut)

Pensioner Cut & Style

Clipper haircut 

Haircut (Scissor only)

Precision Haircut (Restyling)

Haircut & Beard Trim

Refresh your look with a professional haircut followed by a smooth blowdry or stylish finish. This service includes expert cutting and shaping, then a blowdry or style that suits your preference. Perfect for a polished appearance, whether for everyday wear or a special occasion.

Haircut & Blowdry / Style

Short - Medium

Long - Extra Long

Achieve stunning dimension and depth with this transformative chemical service. For optimal hair health, the K18 Treatment is highly recommended. Continue caring for your hair with a bond-building aftercare regime to maintain strength and vibrancy.

Foils (Highlights / Lowlights)

Halo (2cm Root touch up)

Halo (root to end)

Half Head (2cm root)

Half Head (root to end)

Full Head (2cm root)

Full Head (root to end)

Enjoy beautifully styled hair every week with our exclusive service reserved for regular clients. This offering is designed specifically for those who love a consistent, salon-fresh blow dry and style.

Weekly Blow Dry / Style

À la une

Experience the calm and focus of a personalized yoga session in a private studio setting. Enjoy guided movement and mindful breathing tailored to your pace, offering a tranquil space to relax and reconnect. Ideal for all experience levels seeking a more individualized approach.

Private In-Studio Yoga Session

+1 Additional guest for private yoga session

Yoga

Experience deep relaxation and a sense of calm with this gentle energy balancing session. Access Bars is designed to help ease stress and promote overall wellbeing. Take a moment to unwind and restore your natural balance in a peaceful setting.

Access Bars

Reveal smoother, healthier-looking skin with this gentle exfoliating treatment that removes dead skin cells. Perfect for refreshing your skin and enhancing your natural vitality.

Body Scrub

1/2 Body

Full Body

Male Body Scrub

Indulge in two hours of absolute bliss and total relaxation. Let your stresses melt away as you surrender to soothing full body techniques designed to restore balance and leave you feeling renewed. Perfect for those seeking deep relaxation and a peaceful escape.

Full body Signature Bliss

Target stubborn tension in specific areas and experience deeper relief. This massage is designed to address problem spots with focused, deep tissue techniques, leaving you feeling rebalanced and restored. Ideal for those who need concentrated attention on tight muscles.

Rebalancing Massage (Deep Tissue)

60 Minute Area Specific

90 Minute Area Specific

Experience a unique blend of massage techniques tailored just for you. Your session includes an extra 15 minutes for a peaceful arrival and gentle integration afterwards, ensuring a tranquil and unhurried experience from start to finish.

Signature Intuitive Massage

Full Body (60 min) 

Full Body (75min)

Full Body (90 min) 

For focused relief on your back, neck, and shoulders, choose this targeted massage option.

Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage (45min)

Massages

Secure your spot with ease. A R100 fee will be deducted from your grand total on the day of your appointment, making your experience seamless and straightforward.

Consultation

This service is specifically geared towards men who are grey and want to tone down the grey, but without the solidness of one colour. Please note this is not a permanent colour, and it will fade over time. Results may vary.
Service also available to women wanting the same effect.

Grey camouflage (Short hair only)

Embrace bold, head-turning hues tailored for those who love vibrant fashion colours. This service often involves pre-lightening to achieve your desired look, so be sure to select all necessary services when booking. If you are unsure which options to choose, I am happy to assist via WhatsApp.

Creative Colour

Keep your look sharp and fresh with a maintenance clipper cut designed for clients who visit every two weeks. If your appointment falls outside the bi-weekly window, the normal rate will apply. This service ensures consistently neat hair with regular upkeep.

Men's Maintenance Clipper Cut (STRICTLY bi-weekly)

Blow Dry / Style

Short (above the ears)

Medium (above shoulders)

Long (Below shoulders)

Extra Long (Below bra strap)

Achieve rich, even colour with a single solid shade tailored to your preference. Pricing is based on product usage, with extra colour charged as needed. This service excludes lightening and specialised colour techniques. For lasting vibrancy, professional aftercare is highly recommended.

Colour

Root touch up (30ml)

Short (Above ears) 40ml

Medium (Above Shoulders) 60ml

Long (Below shoulders) 80ml

X-Long (Below bra strap) 100ml

Reveal your best blonde with a service tailored specifically for previously lightened hair. Refresh your colour, enhance shine, and achieve the perfect tone for a beautifully balanced finish. Ideal for maintaining vibrancy and reducing unwanted brassiness.

Toner (For lightened hair)

Short (20ml)

Medium (40ml)

Long (60ml)

Achieve seamless, natural-looking dimension with this advanced colouring technique. Lightening is done using bleach, which can be harsh on your hair, so a K18 treatment is highly recommended. For best results, use bond-building aftercare to maintain hair health and strength.

Balayage / Shadow root / Root Smudge

Money Piece / Face Frame

Touch up

Full make over service

Revitalize your hair with a nourishing deep conditioning treatment designed for all hair types. Experience softer, healthier-looking strands as moisture is restored and hair feels smooth, manageable, and refreshed. Perfect for anyone seeking a gentle boost for their hair.

Basic Basin Treatment

Hair

Full Body Clipper Shave 

Underarms Clipper Shave

Experience a neat and comfortable body grooming solution tailored for men. This service uses clippers to carefully trim and tidy intimate areas, helping you feel fresh and confident. Enjoy professional care in a discreet and welcoming environment, designed with your comfort in mind.

Intimate Clipper Shave

Full Intimate Front

Full Intimate Back

Full Intimate Front & Back

Leg Clipper Shave

1/2 Leg

Full Leg

Arm Clipper Shave

1/2 Arm

Full Arm

Back Clipper Shave

1/2 Back

Full Back

Torso Cipper Shave

1/2 Torso

Full Torso

Clipper Body Grooming (Men ONLY)

Full Leg Wax

Includes arms, legs, back, chest, hands, feet, ears, nose, eyebrows.
EXCLUDES intimate area

Wax every 6-8 weeks
No sunbathing prior to wax
Shower before wax
Limit caffeine and alcohol intake prior to wax
Start exfoliating area to be waxed 2 weeks prior to appointment
Bring along clean, loose fitting cotton clothing
Avoid waxing within 48 hours of special events
Moisturize regularly, but not on day of appointment
Stay hydrated
Avoid numbing creams

1/2 Body wax

Includes arms, legs, back, chest, hands, feet, ears, nose, eyebrows and full intimate

Wax every 6-8 weeks
No sunbathing prior to wax
Shower before wax
Limit caffeine and alcohol intake prior to wax
Start exfoliating area to be waxed 2 weeks prior to appointment
Bring along clean, loose fitting cotton clothing
Avoid waxing within 48 hours of special events
Moisturize regularly, but not on day of appointment
Stay hydrated
Avoid numbing creams

Full body wax

Wax every 6-8 weeks
No sunbathing prior to wax
Shower before wax
Limit caffeine and alcohol intake prior to wax
Start exfoliating area to be waxed 2 weeks prior to appointment
Bring along clean, loose fitting cotton clothing
Avoid waxing within 48 hours of special events
Moisturize regularly, but not on day of appointment
Stay hydrated
Avoid numbing creams

Intimate Wax

Crack & Sack

Sack & Shaft

Full Back (intimate)

Full Front (intimate)

Back & Front (intimate)

Speedo Wax

Hands / Feet wax

Feet

Hands

Hands & Feet

First shower 12-24 hours after wax, lukewarm water
Avoid exercising, swimming, sauna and steamroom for up to 48 hours after wax
Start gentle exfoliation 3 days after wax
Avoid sexual activity for up to 48 hours after wax
Stay hydrated
Avoid friction and artificial materials straight after wax

Urban Cottage

Prestations

Haircut

Haircut

Haircut & Blowdry / Style

Haircut & Blowdry / Style

Foils (Highlights / Lowlights)

Foils (Highlights / Lowlights)

Weekly Blow Dry / Style

Weekly Blow Dry / Style

Équipe

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