Our Brand
At Queen’s Shop, we believe in a new kind of beauty.
Beauty that harvests the land without harm. Beauty that celebrates individuality.
Beauty that matches your moral code.
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Our mission​
To provide inclusive beauty care the is uniquely styled to the individual, whilst positively impacting the environment and the community.​
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Transparency​
The standards for sustainable and environmental integrity change as new initiatives and technologies emerge. We will always openly disclose where we are on our sustainability journey, where we’re going, and where we can do better.
Scored 77.3 points in the BCorp Certification process (80 points is a pass)
Sustainability
We work to make sure every aspect of our salon and shop is as sustainable and ethical as possible.
We offer a low-waste beauty experience from the moment you enter the salon right through to your at-home haircare.
Plant Based
Good for your hair, good for your health
We use paraben, phthalate and sulphate-free products. Low or no ammonia hair colour. Our products are plant-based, vegan-friendly and gluten-free. Not only are they kinder on your hair, but they’re better for your health and planet.
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We have about 3 products that use bee by-products and oils derived from goats wool. Just let your stylist know during your consultation if you’d like to skip these products.
Key Product Lines
Find out more about our product partners:
Davines | Sustainable Beauty
A family-owned B Corp committed to sustainability for our planet and your hair. Products made with natural origin ingredients, using renewable energy, and packaged to minimize environmental impact.
Saponetti | Ecologically Conscious Cleaning
A zero-waste, zero-emission refill company that supplies our plant-derived and non-toxic cleaning products. Safer for you, safer for our team, safer for the environment.
Carbon Offsetting
Carbon neutral haircuts
We offset the carbon footprint of running our salon and shop through our partnership with Green Circle Salons.
And by donating locally to a tree a planting organization.
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We donate 1% of retail sales to Trees for Life, a Canadian tree-planting charitable organization.
A Circular System
Reduce
We’ve dramatically reduced our waste by opting for hair and cleaning products in refillable bottles. And we are mindful of our consumption whether washing your hair, mixing your colour or keeping the salon clean. We package orders from our online shop securely yet minimally. We use compostable, reusable mailers, reusable boxes, and recycled protective materials.
Reuse
Bring your empty shampoo and conditioner bottles into the salon for a refill and a 10% discount.
Recycle
We carry and seek out brands that are mindful of their packaging life cycle. Whether its by using recycled plastics/ paper or biodegradable packaging. And we have an intensive internal recycling program.
Return your empties, we’ll recycle them for you AND give you 10% off your next product purchase. (for each 1 Davines container recycled, receive 10% off 1 product)
Repurpose
As Green Circle Salons Advocates and Partners, we recycle and repurpose 95% of our salon waste including hair clippings, foils, packaging, and excess colour. To support this service, you will see a $4 GCS fee on your invoice for every salon visit.
Community
We’re dedicated to engaging with and uplifting the people and places around us. We believe in promoting equal rights and giving back to the communities that support us.
Inclusive Space
A judgement-free salon
Community spirit starts right here in our salon. We have created a judgement-free environment where everyone is welcome. We’re a safer space for BIPOC, LGBTQ2+, and marginalized individuals.
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Our services are gender-neutral, from pricing to changing areas
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Let us know your pronouns so that we can use them correctly
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We have a zero-tolerance policy on hate of any kind
Come to Queen’s to be your authentic self, let your unique style blossom, and rejuvenate through genuine human connection.
Our way of saying thank you!
We donate to The Stop Community Food Centre, a local organization connecting low-income Torontonians to good food.
We also offer Pay What You Can haircuts in salon and at BIG Festival. And donate beauty products during the holidays to The Stop.
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We have recently begun haircut days with The Stop's outreach program and look forward to initating a regular PWYC day at the salon.