Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Premier Hair Salon in Madison, WI
Duncan Edward is a premier hair salon in Madison, Wisconsin, blending British style with American service since 1989. Founded by Duncan and Gillian Cairns, the salon combines decades of expertise with innovative techniques and exclusive product lines. Our team of highly trained stylists specializes in precision cuts, advanced coloring techniques, and hair treatments designed to enhance natural beauty. We pride ourselves on personalized service, ongoing education, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes every client feel valued.Our proprietary Bioprogramming hair care line and exclusive status as Wisconsin's only Bioprogramming salon demonstrate our commitment to cutting-edge solutions. With a focus on client satisfaction, we offer flexible booking options, a satisfaction guarantee, and a family-owned approach that prioritizes relationships over transactions. Our mission remains rooted in making clients look and feel their best through exceptional service, technical excellence, and genuine care.
Services
Haircuts
Hair Coloring
Smoothing Treatments
Balayage
Facial Waxing
Hair Products
Formal Styles
Bioprogramming Services
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- Our stylists undergo continuous advanced training in cutting-edge techniques
- We offer exclusive Bioprogramming treatment devices not found elsewhere in Wisconsin
- Family-owned business with 35+ years of local expertise and personalized service
- Proprietary hair care line developed with industry-leading formulations
- Flexible booking options including online scheduling and last-minute appointments
What people say
Great service
Awesome stylists
Family-owned business
Best haircuts ever
No complaints
Services
Hair Coloring
Our advanced hair coloring techniques include full head color, root touch-ups, balayage, and foil highlights using premium Goldwell products. Our stylists provide personalized color consultations to achieve perfect shades while maintaining hair health. Specialized services like Albage Platinum programming offer damage-free lightening with hair improvement benefits.
Bioprogramming
As Wisconsin's exclusive Bioprogramming salon, we offer revolutionary treatment devices that improve hair quality during styling. These tools reverse damage, reduce frizz, and enhance shine without thermal protectants. Our 3D devices provide guilt-free heat styling while maintaining hair integrity through innovative technology.
Precision Haircuts
Our experienced stylists deliver precision cuts tailored to individual face shapes and lifestyles. Services include men's grooming, women's styling, and specialized techniques for thick or difficult hair types. Each haircut includes professional finishing for immediate styling confidence.
Smoothing Treatments
Our smoothing treatments provide long-lasting frizz control and enhanced shine through advanced formulation technology. These services work with various hair types to create manageable, silky textures while maintaining hair health and integrity.
Facial Waxing
We offer precise facial hair removal services including brow shaping and lip waxing. Our professionals use quality products to minimize irritation while achieving clean, defined results that enhance facial features.
People
Duncan Cairns
Founder & Stylist
British-born founder with 35+ years in the industry, specializing in precision cuts and color techniques. Developed proprietary hair care line and established Madison's only Bioprogramming salon.
Gillian Cairns
Founder
Co-founder instrumental in creating the salon's unique British-American style fusion. Oversees operations and maintains the business's commitment to excellence since 1989.
Katelin Carson
Stylist
Experienced stylist specializing in modern cuts and color techniques. Provides personalized consultations and maintains ongoing education in the latest styling innovations.
Questions
What hair services do you specialize in?
We specialize in precision haircuts, advanced coloring techniques, balayage, smoothing treatments, and Bioprogramming services using exclusive technology not found elsewhere in Wisconsin.
How can I book an appointment?
Book online through our website or mobile app, or call us directly at (608) 662-9010. We require credit card confirmation for online bookings starting 2024.
What makes your salon unique?
We're Wisconsin's only Bioprogramming salon with exclusive treatment devices that improve hair quality during styling, plus our proprietary hair care line developed through 35+ years of expertise.
Do you offer hair products for sale?
Yes, we offer our proprietary Duncan Edward line, Goldwell color products, and select premium brands like Olaplex and Milbon in our salon and online store.
What are your cancellation policies?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations. Less than 24 hours notice incurs a 50% fee, and no-shows are charged 100% of the scheduled service value.
