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Sustainable Hair Salon in Myrtle Beach: How Baddhare Turned Beauty Waste Into Community Impact

See how Baddhare Salon, a sustainable hair salon in Myrtle Beach, turned beauty waste into award-winning fashion and helped raise $150,000 for the community.

Turning beauty waste into award-winning runway impact.


Where Beauty Meets Purpose in Myrtle Beach

What if the hair swept off the floor could help change someone’s life?

At Baddhare Salon, we believe beauty should do more than transform how you look—it should create real impact. As an eco-conscious salon serving Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand, our work extends far beyond the chair.

That purpose came to life at Compassion Through Fashion 2026—a powerful local event where recycled materials became runway fashion, helping raise $150,000 for individuals in need.

But for us, this wasn’t just a moment on stage.

It was a reflection of who we are.

A Salon Experience That Goes Beyond Beauty

Baddhare is more than a hair salon—it’s a space where sustainability, creativity, and community come together.

Through our partnership with Green Circle Salons, we recover and recycle up to 95% of salon waste, including:

  • Hair clippings
  • Aluminum foils
  • Excess color
  • Plastics and paper

Instead of ending up in landfills, these materials are repurposed into new uses—and in this case, transformed into something extraordinary.

Every appointment  you book contributes to a cleaner, more responsible beauty industry.

Models wearing eco-friendly runway designs created from salon waste at Compassion Through Fashion event
A night where creativity and compassion come together.

What Is Compassion Through Fashion?

Compassion Through Fashion is an annual Myrtle Beach charity fashion event held at the Convention Center.

Local businesses, artists, and designers create wearable looks from recycled materials to support New Directions, a nonprofit helping individuals experiencing:

  • Homelessness
  • Poverty
  • Trauma
  • Addiction

The mission is simple:

Transform waste into beauty—and use it to create new beginnings.

Turning Salon Waste Into High Fashion

For the 2026 event, Baddhare Salon created two avant-garde runway designs using recycled salon materials.

Design highlights included:

  • A corseted gown made from recycled hair and extensions
  • A braided extension skirt with reclaimed textures
  • A belt crafted from color can tops
  • Mixed materials including foils, tote bags, and metals
  • Sculptural accessories such as a custom hat and cane

These pieces weren’t just visually striking—they told a story.

They showed how materials often seen as waste can be transformed into something meaningful, creative, and impactful.

Back view of sustainable fashion designs made from recycled hair, foils, and salon materials by Baddhare Salon in Myrtle Beach
Every detail tells a story — from recycled hair to repurposed color materials.

Our Full Impact at Compassion Through Fashion 2026

At Baddhare, impact is never just one action—it’s a combination of many.

For this year’s event, we:

  • Designed and created two runway looks using recycled salon waste
  • Donated hair and makeup services for all runway models
  • Participated as an official event sponsor
  • Raised $2,256 through raffles, silent auctions, and community support
  • Engaged salon guests through in-salon fundraising and awareness

Every contribution—big or small—helped support New Directions and their mission in the Myrtle Beach community.

Ready to experience a salon that gives back? Book your appointment today.

Baddhare Salon sustainable impact infographic showing recycled runway designs, $2,256 raised locally, 95% salon waste recycled, and $150,000 raised at Compassion Through Fashion Myrtle Beach 2026 event
What started as salon waste became runway art and real impact. 
Baddhare Salon team backstage preparing sustainable runway looks using recycled materials
Real people. Real creativity. Real impact.

Why Sustainable Beauty Matters

Today’s clients care more than ever about the impact behind their choices.

Choosing a clean, eco-friendly salon means supporting:

  • Less waste in landfills
  • Safer, more responsible beauty practices
  • Ethical product use
  • Community-driven initiatives

At Baddhare, sustainability isn’t an add-on—it’s built into everything we do.

Because you shouldn’t have to choose between high-quality results and responsible practices.

You deserve both.

Be part of something bigger than your appointment.

Baddhare Salon in Myrtle Beach receiving Best Theme and People’s Choice awards at Compassion Through Fashion 2026
Recognized not just for creativity — but for impact.

Results & Recognition

Our runway designs were honored with:

  • Best Theme
  • People’s Choice

But beyond awards, the real impact tells the story:

  • $150,000 raised for New Directions
  • One of the highest fundraising totals in event history
  • Hundreds of lives impacted

Every dollar raised helps someone move closer to stability, support, and a fresh start.

A New Standard of Beauty in Myrtle Beach

At Baddhare Salon, we believe the future of beauty is:

  • Sustainable
  • Ethical
  • Community-focused

Because beauty should not only look good—it should do good.

When you choose a salon aligned with your values, your visit becomes part of something bigger.

Thank You to Our Partners, Creatives, and Community

This impact was made possible through collaboration, creativity, and generosity.

Kevin Murphy supported the event through raffle donations, professional products, and materials used in our designs.

Innersense Organic Beauty contributed a monetary donation, while Green Beauty Community helped amplify the event’s message and reach.

We’re deeply grateful to our designers—Allie Lewis, Orlando Martinez II, and Danielle White—for bringing these concepts to life.

Special thanks to our models, our hair and makeup artists Samantha Doria and Krysta Testone, and Caitlin Neptune for her creative support.

We also thank Erica Guyton, event director of New Directions, and the talented stylists from Baddhare and Bellissima Salon who helped prepare models for the runway.

And to our clients and community—this impact was only possible because of you.

Baddhare Salon's model in their sustainable runway fashion show design at Compassion Through Fashion 2026 using salon's recycled beauty materials
Where sustainability meets high fashion.

Experience a Salon That Gives Back

If you’re looking for a salon that aligns with your values as much as your style, Baddhare is here for you.

Every visit supports:

  • Sustainable beauty practices
  • Reduced environmental impact
  • Ongoing community initiatives

Book your appointment today and experience clean beauty that gives back
Discover how your visit makes a difference

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a sustainable hair salon?

A sustainable salon reduces environmental impact through recycling, cleaner products, and responsible practices. At Baddhare, we recycle up to 95% of salon waste.

Is there an eco-friendly salon in Myrtle Beach?

Yes. Baddhare Salon offers high-performance hair services while prioritizing sustainability and community impact.

What makes Baddhare different?

We combine expert hair services with sustainable practices and real community involvement—so your visit creates impact beyond the salon.

How did Baddhare contribute to Compassion Through Fashion?

We created runway designs, donated hair and makeup services, sponsored the event, and raised funds through community engagement.

Does sustainable beauty affect results?

Not at all. You receive professional, modern results—while supporting environmentally responsible practices.

How can I support sustainable beauty?

Choose eco-conscious salons, support responsible brands, and participate in community-driven initiatives.

How do I book an appointment at Baddhare Salon?

You can book your appointment by visiting the Baddhare Salon website or contacting the salon directly +1 843-839-1805.

Salon Hours
Mon, Wed: 11AM - 8PM
Tue, Thu: 9AM - 8PM
Fri: 9AM - 6PM
Sat: 9AM - 4PM
Sunday: Closed
Contact Us
  • (843) 839-1805
  • baddharesalonfrontdesk@gmail.com
  • 4377 North Kings Hwy, Unit 203
    Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
We are a Goldwell Certified Salon in the Grand Strand specializing in Curly Haircuts and Plant Based Beauty.
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Welcome to Baddhare Salon

We’re a certified sustainable salon, recycling 95% of our waste with Green Circle Salons

We’re unique in the way we customize salon experiences around your needs, values,
and hair goals.
Choose the experience that feels right for you today:
Classic Experience
(2nd Floor)
  • Upscale, urban salon vibe
  • Goldwell European color line
  • Kevin Murphy luxury “skincare for hair”
  • Trend-forward & high-performance
Clean Beauty Experience
(1st Floor)
  • Wellness-inspired, holistic vibe
  • Innersense Organic Beauty color + care
  • O&M cleaner color option
  • More Plant-based, naturally derived formulas
  • Fewer harsh ingredients
Either way, you’ll receive an elevated Baddhare experience tailored to your goals.

Or visit our General Booking Page to view a full list of our services, including brows, waxing, and hair extensions — book your appointment today!
A small 3% Eco Fee is added to each service to ensure all beauty waste from your visit is safely and responsibly recycled.

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    Tues-Fri: 10AM - 6PM
    Sat: 10AM - 9PM