Hair Advice Centre

2 South Place, The Promenade, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1JE

About us

A multi award winning Kingsbridge Hairdressing Salon with uncompromising standards, at The Hair Advice Centre (HAC) we have a passion for customer delight and a pride in making people look and feel fantastic.

We want to listen to you and work together to create the best possible results for you and your hair.

Ongoing Team training and education are at the heart of our Salon, we are committed to developing knowledge and keeping our Team up to date with current trends whilst also maintaining classic looks.

Visiting London for training and attending seminars around the UK regularly reinforces the team’s awareness of changing fashion and keeps our Stylists motivated and on trend.

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 10:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 14:00
Sunday Closed

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4.94
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Best haircut ever

Jean Lock
22nd Nov 2019
Stylist: Sara
5.0
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I have honestly never had my hair cut so well, thank you Sara.xx

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Tonic for the soul!

Helen Rush
21st Nov 2019
Stylist: Sara
5.0
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I don't go often enough for a haircut and with quite wild curly hair usually dread it, but coming to HAC is a wonderfully different experience. Sara and her team are so friendly, seem upliftingly enthusiastic about their work, and have a fascinating wealth of experience. I live in London and just can't find a hairdressers there that makes me feel so happy, so I'll keep getting my hair cut on holiday and looking forward to it! Highly, highly recommended.

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Cut and Colour

Sarah Taylor
20th Nov 2019
Stylist: Shannon
5.0

Great haircut and colour!

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Amazing

Tasha Jarvis
18th Nov 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Emily cut me a full fringe which looks amazing! and gave me great tips on how to maintain it looking salon perfect, I will definitely be booing with Emily again in the near future :)

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Great colour

Pippa Everton
16th Nov 2019
Stylist: Shannon
5.0
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Another fab cut and colour , thanks

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Great as always

Josephine Bradshaw
16th Nov 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Emily knew just what I wanted and gave another great cut

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In good hands

Carol Whelan
12th Nov 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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I suggest you follow Emilys suggestions for your hairstyle as she really does know best! You will be very satisfied with the result

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Fabulous hair do!

Lucy Cassidy
11th Nov 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0

Attentive and talented. A true professional. Thank you Emily for my fabulous hair do x

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Ear piercing

Nina Walker
9th Nov 2019
Stylist: Shannon
5.0
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My experience was the best very professional. And Shannon was very good. I loved my experience! Thank you so much ☺️

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Lovely visit

Jennifer Borne
6th Nov 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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I look forward to my 6 weekly visits. Alway made to feel welcome and Emily always makes my hair look fabulous .

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Today’s haircut

Anonymous
6th Nov 2019
5.0

Always an enjoyable experience!

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Brilliant

David Withers
2nd Nov 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Alex was lovely and gave an excellent service she was professional gave good advice and I will definitely be back again as will my wife Pat.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for taking the time to let us know about your experience of 'excellent service' at HAC. Alex works hard to understand her Client's needs and she's able to relay what will work and what won't in a positive way. We hope to see you and Pat in the Salon again soon.

Great experience

Cathy Harrington
1st Nov 2019
5.0
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Constant great standard, professional, welcoming, can’t ask for more

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your comments Cathy. We're glad that you feel that we're consistent with our standards. :-)

Wash and blowdry

Andrea Stranders
1st Nov 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Excellent hair massage/wash and delighted with my whole visit

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Pleasure to meet you, we hope your stay in the area was enjoyable (sorry about the weather!). I'll pass on your comments.

Always love my time at HAC!

Kim Willis
30th Oct 2019
Stylist: Shannon
5.0
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Thank you for Shannon for making my hair beautifully normal yet again. Love my highlights. Highly recommend Shannon (and everyone at HAC) Fabulous salon. Super friendly. Very knowledgeable, highly recommended.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

What a lovely review, thanks Kim! Shannon takes her work very seriously and her high standard of hairdressing reflects this. We work hard on our continued training and education, I'm glad it's reflected in our work :-). I'll pass on your comments

Satisfied Client

Anonymous
30th Oct 2019
4.5

Very pleased as ever. My stylist was Emilie (section above would not operate correctly)

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Thanks for letting us know that you were pleased with your Hair with Emily.

Another great hair cut

Lyn Hughes
29th Oct 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Always know I will come out with a great hairstyle.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks Lynn, consistency is very important! I'll pass on your comments to Alex, she'll be delighted!

Excellent

Jilly Spencer-Gale
26th Oct 2019
Stylist: Emily
4.5
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Emily had a lot of patience to listen to the way I wanted my hair which was brilliant & did well to execute it. Many thanks jilly

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your review Jilly we're so pleased that you're pleased with your hair. We look forward to seeing you back in the salon again soon. I'll let Emily know of your comments.

Yesterday

Penny Wood
23rd Oct 2019
Stylist: Sara
4.0
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Hi- I am 100% happy with HAC service normally.
However, and as you ask for feedback, I was not 100% happy with yesterday. Coming is always a relaxing treat for me and had waited 8 weeks to get *****, but on this occasion 75% of my appointment was taken with me being the model for a demonstration for 3 students. I would never mind for a short while but being unaware this was to happen spoilt the experience for me. See you on 6/12/19 Love Penny

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Hi Penny,

Thanks for your feedback and we're sorry that you were unable to enjoy your appointment as you normally do when Sara was taking our Assistants through your cut.

We take every opportunity to upskill our Team and have done this with many Clients over the years many of whom have been fascinated by listening in on the training and learning just how complex it can be to cut hair.

However, what we hadn't taken into account was how your own experience changed as a result of your appointment being used to demonstrate cutting techniques. We're sorry for that.

As a result of your feedback, in future we'll be asking Clients beforehand if they mind having their appointment used for training or demonstration.

Thank you for helping us to improve our service. Please call us up and book in for a complimentary Blow Dry and Treatment. We look forward to seeing you in the Salon again soon.

Hair

Andie
22nd Oct 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0

You are all amazing people...thank you xx

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks Andie!

Recent appointment

Anonymous
21st Oct 2019
5.0

Very good experience.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your feedback, we're glad you enjoyed your appointment at HAC.

Fabulous cut

Tamara Simmonds
18th Oct 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Perfect cut for my daughter finished off with her favourite plats. Thank you.

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We're glad your Daughter's cut was well received, not to mention the icing on the cake, lovely plaits! Thanks for your review,

Such a brilliant hairdresser

Simon Lord
18th Oct 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Brilliant haircut - best I’ve had - Emily just gets better and better.
Love the salon too - great atmosphere and everyone so friendly!

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

That's very kind of you to say Simon. We love our jobs and it's definitely a nice place to work when there's a buzzy atmosphere and our lovely Clients come in. What's not to like? I'll let Emily know your comments.

Great service

Alice Barney
16th Oct 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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This was a re-visit as I needed to see how the original hair cut worked for me at home. I was booked in with Emily just to get a bit more chopped off and was expecting a dry cut however I was pleasantly surprised that Emily took plenty of time to talk me through the cut, washed my hair and dried it as well! Great service and very friendly experience.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

We're glad you were pleased with your original cut and your experience at your next appointment. WE like to book out plenty of time for appointments so there's no point in rushing you out if we've got time. Relax and enjoy! I'll pass on your comments to Emily.

Cut and blow

Suzi Milne
11th Oct 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Great hair style thankyou

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Thanks for your review, we hope to see back in the Salon soon!

Excellent

Sarah Buckley
7th Oct 2019
Stylist: Alex
4.5
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Excellent hair! A lot of time, care and trouble taken

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Aw, thanks Sarah, we're so happy that you thought your hair was "excellent", Alex does take the time to make sure she gets it right. If there's anything you think we could do to improve our "Atmosphere" score, please let us know! I'll pass on your comment to Alex, Thanks again.

Brilliant experience

Pat Stevens
5th Oct 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Brilliant service and lovely hair styling.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for the response Pat, we're pleased that you received "brilliant service" at HAC Kingsbridge, not mention your "lovely hair". :-)

Fantastic skills and service

Kate Bowern
2nd Oct 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Always a great experience at HAC with Emily; she takes the time to discuss what you want and the cut is always flawless. The customer service from all the staff is fantastic and they’ve created a lovely friendly atmosphere at the salon. Highly recommend Emily and the whole HAC experience.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for the review Kate, it means a lot when our Clients take the time to leave us a review that recognises the work they put into both their Hairdressing and their Customer Service. None of us want to work in a grumpy place! WE hope to see you again soon.

Nanokeratin Treatment

Sarah Taylor
1st Oct 2019
Stylist: Shannon
4.5
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Fantastic treatment! Thank you very much Shannon!

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for the feedback Sarah, your long term repeat bookings for the Nanokeratin System is testament to the benefit that you feel it brings to your hair.

Thank you

Sue Durston
27th Sep 2019
Stylist: Sara
5.0
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Delighted to have found HAC. Arrived in despair after poor experience/s elsewhere, now confident l have found the perfect salon. See you next week.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Wow, "perfect Salon", a high bar indeed. We do try to be the best we can be, whether its our Salon environment, customer service or our hairdressing so a comment like yours means a lot. Thank you. We look forward to doing your hair for a long time to come.

Thank you

Janet Bush
25th Sep 2019
Stylist: Stephanie
5.0
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Great haircut in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Thanks Stephanie once again for creating a super hair do ?

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Stephanie's a "Cutting Queen",she's worked hard to hone her skills. We love having a welcoming Salon environment, no one wants to visit or work somewhere with "an atmosphere". I'll pass on your kind comments to Stephanie.

Happy

Jacqui Taylor
25th Sep 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0

Went in depressed came out happy

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Aww Jacqui, we're so glad you felt better after your hair appointment!

Transformation

Rosie Barrett
23rd Sep 2019
5.0
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Shannon (the drop down box didn’t work) changed me from an old woman with overlong white hair into what I actually have as a self image! I now have very short spiky hair and am delighted to go out into the world and take it by storm! Thank you.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

That's great news Rosie, a major change like you had takes skill and vision from the Stylist and a great deal of courage from the Client. We're so happy you like it! sometimes, you've just got to jump in the water :-)

Excellent 5 ⭐️

Claire Smith
17th Sep 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Always wonderful atmosphere , all staff are friendly and make you feel so welcome. Emily is an amazing hairdresser so knowledgable and talented she makes me feel a million dollars . My hair is the best condition it has ever been . Thank you to all the staff

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks Claire, we love our jobs so the atmosphere seems to follow that! Emily's hard work, skills and underpinning knowledge means she can consistently deliver hair that her Clients love. I see that you have phBonder with your colour and use our Davines aftercare products, that's why you're hair is in "the best condition it's ever been". Long may it continue.

My usual wonderful experience at HAC

Sarah Searle
16th Sep 2019
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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As always a lovely experience at HAC from my wonderful stylist Emily. A great way to unwind after a busy day at the office!

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

The relaxing part of a great Salon experience is (almost) as important as the hairdressing! De-stress, unwind AND walk out with a lovely hair do, what's not to like?

Happy Customer

Julie
9th Sep 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0

I was needing a haircut as my hair was very long and fine and had become unmaneagable.I had the hair advice centre recommended by a person in Salcombe who had heard good feedback about it.I was on holiday so I read the reviews online too and was very impressed.
It was very busy and so I was unable to book a wash ,cut and blowdry but the lady on the telephone kindly fitted me in for a wet cut with Alex.
Alex was brilliant and made me feel at ease straight away.She discussed my hair with me and gave her opinion as to what she thought would be good for my hair and I was thrilled with the result.
The salon staff are all friendly and I had a lovely hair wash by Alex which included a really relaxing scalp massage.
Drinks and magazines were offered too.
I wish your salon was local to me.
I am planning on going back for highlights as soon as I'm in or near the area again.
Many thanks Alex.You are a star .
All the best Julie??x

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for taking the time to leave such a lovely review Julie. We do book up in advance so can't always offer appointments at short notice, but if we can, we will do our best to make something happen. I'm glad you were happy with Alex's service. We can't promise to move nearer to you but we'd love to see you back with next time you're in the area. Just remember we'd need to do a skin test beforehand. Thanks, again.

H.A.C “ THE BEST”

Carol Baston
8th Sep 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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I was greeted warmly, offered tea, coffee, magazines . I met Alex for the first time where she talked me through my ideas and expectations, Alex was interested in my suggestions for a restyle, giving me her professional ideas for my very fine hair. I was thrilled with the outcome, receiving exactly the style I wanted.
I recommend H.A.C to anyone who is looking for a professional caring stylist who takes time listen to your views.
Carole

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your account of your appointment Carol, knowing your professional background, it means a lot to us. Alex's skill are developing all the time and she has great listening skills and is able to translate these into a style the Client is pleased with. I'll pass on your comments to Alex.

H.A.C “ THE BEST”

Carol Baston
8th Sep 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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I was greeted warmly, offered tea, coffee, magazines . I met Alex for the first time where she talked me through my ideas and expectations, Alex was interested in my suggestions for a restyle, giving me her professional ideas for my very fine hair. I was thrilled with the outcome, receiving exactly the style I wanted.
I recommend H.A.C to anyone who is looking for a professional caring stylist who takes time listen to your views.
Carole

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your account of your appointment Carol, knowing your professional background, it means a lot to us. Alex's skill are developing all the time and she has great listening skills and is able to translate these into a style the Client is pleased with. I'll pass on your comments to Alex.

Professional treatment with care

Jane Mccoy
5th Sep 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Booked in for a standard root touch up , received attentive advice and direction from
Alex , a lovely result and finished with a great blowdry . Have rebooked . Very professional x

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

That's great to hear Jane, it's so easy to do "the same as last time" and Alex is great at teasing out what a Client wants whilst reflecting back what will work. We're looking forward to seeing you back in the Salon soon.

Colour & cut

Jilly Spencer-Gale
4th Sep 2019
Stylist: Emily
4.5
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Very efficient, quick work, but also very considerate, excellent

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for the kind words Jilly, I'll pass them on to Emily.

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Suzi Milne
3rd Sep 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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She is a bril hair stylest

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks Suzi! I'll pass your comment on.

5 star as always!

Charlotte Rundle
31st Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Right from the start Alex makes you feel really comfortable, had complete confidence in her suggestions and left with hair that I absolutely love! Thanks Alex

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

I'll pass on your message to Alex, she's really good at getting a feel for a Client's wishes during the Consultation and this is the foundation of getting Hair that Client's love whilst at HAC.

5 star as always!

Charlotte Rundle
31st Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Right from the start Alex makes you feel really comfortable, had complete confidence in her suggestions and left with hair that I absolutely love! Thanks Alex

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

I'll pass on your message to Alex, she's really good at getting a feel for a Client's wishes during the Consultation and this is the foundation of getting Hair that Client's love whilst at HAC.

Me time for hair trim

Joan Thomas
30th Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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A lovely treat that i look forward every couple of months

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

We know a Client's 'me time' is valuable, however often you visit HAC. We look forward to making you feel pampered next time you're in the Salon with us in Kingsbridge.

The usual lovely experience

Andrea Morris
29th Aug 2019
Stylist: Shannon
5.0
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I love Shannon

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your Feedback Andrea, we love you too! x

Pampered Princess

Lola Yeoman
29th Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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I took my 8 year old daughter for a trim and Alex made her feel very special, along with a shampoo and cut Alex plaited Lola’s hair and she left saying she felt like a pampered princess! Shannon also did a wonderful job of colouring and cutting my hair on Saturday and I also left feeling like a pampered princess. Will definitely be returning.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Thanks for your comments Leonie, we're glad both you and Lola left HAC feeling pampered and special. We'd love to see you both back with us at HAC soon.

a brilliant salon experience

Nat Tarrab-Snooks
27th Aug 2019
Stylist: Shannon
5.0
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the salon was a hive of life as i walked in and i was immediately shown to a comfy sofa and offered a drink and a magazine. the whole consultation and cut was brilliant - Shannon and i talked about what i wanted - she then gave me an amazing hair wash and head massage and then proceeded to cut my hair with ongoing discussion and consultation thru out. i loved the process and love the result. Shannon was brilliant. a lovely atmosphere and a great service. many thanks.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

Wow, that's such a lovely account of your experience at HAC in Kingsbridge. Shannon loves her work and we work hard to keep our Salon environment and atmosphere attractive and pleasant to visit and work in. Thanks again!

Hair cut after loss due to trauma

Shirley Stewart
24th Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Alex was very kind and thoughtful in helping me to decide which style would suit me and my newly growing hair.

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Outstanding results & experience

Polly Fox
22nd Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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A big thank you to Sara, Simon, Alex and the Team. I love my new fabulous colour and cut. I have been a client for over 10 years and have always been very pleased with the results and experience.

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

We've loved having you a a regular Client over the last decade, we hope to continue giving you a lovely experience in our Kingsbridge Salon, not to mention hair that you love! I'll pass your comments on.

Extra mile

Kate Bullingham
22nd Aug 2019
Stylist: Alex
5.0
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Such a wonderful experience visiting HAC that I can't wait to go again! Alex performs miracles and goes the extra mile to make sure that you are happy and clearly loves what she does - so refreshing ?

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Response from Hair Advice Centre

We're glad you had a 'wonderful experience at HAC! Alex and our team really are passionate about hairdressing and it matters to them that they get it right, It's lovely when this is recognised by our Clients.