Really friendly team. Had half head highlights on the offer and a cut and blowdry and really pleased with both. Although it was late in the day, it didn't feel rushed at all, which was great!
I booked into Body Essential in a 'hair panic' and had a good experience. Paula was my stylist and she gave me an excellent cut, exactly what I asked for and I am very pleased indeed. The only things to be aware of are:
- The salon had no hair look books or inspiration materials for haircuts. This might have been an issue had I not had a really fixed idea of what I wanted (and had brought photos with me).
- Paula, though excellent, did "not like messy hair" therefore, as the client, I ended up doing a bit of the finishing messiness and styling myself. I've got no problems whatsoever with personal preference but, c'mon, I'm the client here.
- The music played was like 'Balkan Klub Klassics' and, whilst I have pretty eclectic tastes, it was a bit loud and a bit much in an almost empty salon.
- I'm not sure they remembered about the 'conditioning treatment' bit, if they did it only seemed to take 30 seconds, and was not accompanied by the nice extras of a head massage that usually are included in these sorts of treatments.
All in all a good experience, very good value, last minute booking and am really pleased with my haircut. Would I return? Probably, but only for a hair cut and probably not for a 'relaxing' treatment.
Paula is an amazing hairdresser - very good value with the £29 cut wash and blow dry. Would definitely return for other services. Very convenient location.
I rarely walk out of a hair salon so happy. This little place is wonderful - clean, friendly, and most importantly, run by true professionals. Sarah, my hairdresser, knew instantly what I was after, made sure I was comfy, and was just lovely to chat away with while she gave me an excellent hair cut. The conditioning treatment beforehand was great, too. I have just booked a further appointment as I am still very happy with my hair several weeks on. Compliments to Sarah in particular, she is a truly excellent hairdresser!