Introduction

About Refined Hair
of Austin

Refined Hair is led by owner Tammy Kirkwood, who understands, personally, how much hair loss can affect the way someone feels about themselves. She experienced these services herself eight years ago and saw the difference they made. In 2024, she purchased Refined Hair so she could keep offering that same care to others.

That belief still runs through everything here. Compassion, empathy, and discretion are not extras. They are how we work.

Specialist examining a client's scalp during a consultation Client looking at her hair in the studio mirror
Close-up of a centre part showing hair density Back view of a thinning crown

Why Tammy Chose Refined Hair

Refined Hair of Austin was built for people who want more than a haircut. We are a care-first studio for men and women dealing with hair loss, thinning, and scalp concerns, and everything we do is shaped by listening first.

Refined Hair is led by owner Tammy Kirkwood, who understands, personally, how much hair loss can affect the way someone feels about themselves. She experienced these services herself eight years ago and saw the difference they made. In 2024, she purchased Refined Hair so she could keep offering that same care to others.

That belief still runs through everything here. Compassion, empathy, and discretion are not extras. They are how we work.

Our Mission & Approach

Our mission is to enhance natural beauty through expert hair services and personalized hair restoration, delivered in a warm, supportive, and professional setting. Our aim is to be a trusted destination in Austin for personalized haircare and hair restoration that helps people look and feel like themselves again.

In practice, that means honest guidance, personalized recommendations, and long-term support. We are transparent about what each service can and cannot achieve, we tailor the plan to your life, and we stay with you well past the first appointment.

What Makes the Refined Hair Experience Different

Personalized

Personalized care that responds to your hair, goals, and lifestyle

Private

A private, calm, and welcoming environment

Honest

Honest, transparent recommendations with no pressure

Committed Team

A team committed to ongoing education and careful, detailed work
The Collective

Meet the Team

Tammy Kirkwood

Owner & Founder

Leandra

Miriam

Taylor

Tina

Regina

The Collective

Meet the Team

Tammy Kirkwood, owner of Refined Hair of Austin

Tammy Kirkwood

Owner & Founder
Tammy purchased Refined Hair in 2024, drawn to it because she knows firsthand how personal hair loss can be. She experienced these services herself eight years ago and wanted to keep that supportive, life-changing work going. Her approach is grounded in compassion, empathy, and discretion. She listens closely to each client’s story and creates solutions suited to the individual, pairing professional expertise with a genuine personal touch. Outside the studio, Tammy loves traveling with her husband and spending time with their two children and their dogs. Animal rescue is close to her heart. She serves on the board of Austin Boxer Rescue and fosters dogs whenever she can.
Leandra, hair replacement specialist

Leandra

Hair Replacement Specialist
A West Texas native and Paul Mitchell honors graduate, Leandra brings seven years of experience specializing in hair replacement to Refined Hair. She has worked at well-known Austin salons, including Urban Betty, and is driven by helping people feel confident and comfortable in their own skin.

Tina

Salon Assistant
Tina is a cosmetologist with a background in the medical field and a special interest in scalp health and hair care. That mix shapes how she works, with an appreciation for education, close attention to detail, and a comfortable, personalized experience for every client. She believes healthy, beautiful hair starts with a healthy scalp, and she enjoys helping clients understand their scalp and hair needs while tailoring care to their goals. Whether someone comes in for beautiful hair, specialized scalp care, or simply a relaxing visit, her aim is for them to leave feeling confident and cared for.

Taylor Savoie

Color and Scalp Health
Taylor is an Austin-based hairstylist, makeup artist, and colorist with more than eight years of experience. A graduate of the Aveda Institute of New Orleans, she focuses on hair color, hair replacement, and scalp health, combining artistry with care to help clients feel like themselves again.
Miriam, salon assistant

Miriam

Salon Assistant
Miriam keeps the studio running smoothly. She supports the stylists, prepares and maintains hair systems, and makes sure every work area is clean, organized, and welcoming. Family, faith, and compassion matter deeply to her.

Regina

Operations
Regina keeps Refined Hair running smoothly, managing the studio’s day-to-day operations. She brings 28 years of experience in real estate, where she built her career on relationships, trust, and helping people through big decisions, and she remains active in the field today. She sees real estate and the beauty industry as two sides of the same coin, both grounded in people, service, and trust. That focus on making every client feel valued is what she brings to the studio each day.

Rooted in the Austin Community

We are proud to be part of Austin. Care extends beyond the studio as well. Animal rescue is close to Tammy’s heart, and she stays active with Austin Boxer Rescue and fosters dogs whenever she can.
Stylist finishing a client's hair at the Refined Hair studio in Austin
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