Top 17 Curly Hair Salons in the UK and Ireland
Yes, that's right, there really are specialist curly hair salons in the UK! If you're a curly girl or guy that's visited regular hair salons throughout your life, I'm sure you'll appreciate that it's not always an enjoyable experience.
We've all been there: wet cuts that look uneven once our curls spring up, hairdressers telling us how to 'tame' our curls and offering us a 'bouncy blow-dry' because they don't know how to diffuse curly hair.
Thankfully, specialist curly hair stylists are growing in popularity across the UK and Ireland, so it's time to say goodbye to bad haircuts that leave you in tears and hello to fab curly cuts.
To help you find a curly hairdresser in your area, I've put together a list of curly hair salons and specialists across the UK and Ireland. Get ready to embrace your curls!
Curly Hair Cutting Techniques
The most popular curly hair cutting technique involves cutting the hair dry, in its natural state, one curl at a time. Curl specialists cut the hair dry because that’s how we wear it. Curly hair springs up as it dries, so cutting the hair when it’s stretched out and wet can result in an uneven curly hairstyle.
There are various types of training stylists can undertake to become certified curl specialists, these include Lorraine Massey’s Curl By Curl, DevaCurl’s Deva Cut and Scott Musgrave’s Curly Hair Artistry. Some stylists will also use their own interpretation of these techniques.
London & Essex Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Fran Ellis
Location: North 36 Salon, Chelmsford
Website: www.north36.co.uk
Instagram: franellishairstylist_
Fran is based at North 36 in Chelmsford, Essex. I've visited her for both a dry cut (no washing and styling) and a "full curly experience" where your hair is cut dry, then washed and styled. Both experiences were brilliant. Fran really talks through every step of the process, which instantly put me at ease. She’s undertaken Curl by Curl training at Spring Salon and has plenty of experience creating tailored curly cuts - just one look at her Instagram feed will show you how skilled she is!
Curl Talk
Location: Brick Lane
Website: www.curltalk.co.uk
Instagram: @curl.talk
Joleigh from Curl Talk has been cutting my hair since before she even had her salon! I initially found Joleigh on Instagram in 2018, while desperately trying to find a curly hair specialist that knew how to cut and style my hair. Since then, I’ve been getting dry curly hair cuts every six months, and the shape of my curls has never been better. I’ve also noticed that even when my hair grows, the shape stays in place, which is testament to Joleigh’s skills. Joleigh cuts the hair dry, as the curls naturally fall, and is trained and certified in both the Curl by Curl and Deva Cut techniques.
Beyond Curls
Location: The Standard Studio, Blackheath
Instagram: @beyondcurls
Raquel, AKA Beyond Curls, is lovely. I had the pleasure of meeting her at a shoot we did for Bouclème a couple of years back. Raquel styled my hair for the shoot, and while she was doing so, she asked me questions (and really listened to my answers) about my routine and offered me helpful advice. And, while she didn’t actually cut my hair, you only have to look at the before and after pictures on her Instagram page to see what a talented stylist she is.
Lindsey Hughes
Location: Hunter Collective Salon, Farringdon / Rugeley, Staffordshire
Website: www.lindseyhughescurlwhisperer.co.uk
Instagram: @lindseycurlwhisperer
Lindsey Hughes offers two different locations for curly hair cuts: London and Staffordshire. After having trained at the Devachan Academy in America, each cut Lindsey performs consists of her interpretation of a Deva Cut. She’s quite clearly very passionate about curly hair and prides herself on giving each client a one to one experience.
Curly Hair London
Location: Denmark Street
Website: curlyhairlondon.co.uk
Instagram: @curly_hair_london
Stephanie Nikolova is the founder of Curly Hair London. With 30 years of hairdressing under her belt — 10 of those as a curly hair specialist — it’s safe to say she knows what she’s doing when it comes to curls. Based in her salon in Soho, Stephanie cuts hair dry, curl by curl and has been trained and certified by Lorraine Massey and Curly Hair Artistry.
South East UK Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Hertfordshire
The Colour Room - Stacey Orrow
Location: Letchworth Garden City
Website: tcrhair.co.uk
Instagram: @tcr_salon / @orrow_hair
Stacey Orrow is the owner and lead curl specialist at The Colour Room, Letchworth Garden City – the UK’s first Ouidad Certified Salon. After many years as a haircare professional, Stacey’s curl-cutting journey began in 2019 when she wanted to gain more confidence servicing clients with curly hair. Along the way, she fully immersed herself into the curly world, carrying out her own research, holding client-led curl sessions, and travelling to the US to become a certified curl expert.
As a Ouidad Curl Expert and Educator, Stacey has experience cutting a variety of curl types from waves to tight curls and coils. She takes a texture-led approach and practises both wet and dry cutting methods. If you’re looking for a curly cut and colour, Stacey is also a Wella Master Color Expert, with plenty of experience colouring curls. With 13 years as a haircare professional, 4 years specialising in curly hair and an Instagram feed full of curl education and stunning transformations, it’s safe to say you’re in good hands with Stacey!
Milton Keynes
Topè Beesley
Website: www.mahoganynaturals.co.uk
Instagram: @mahoganynaturalsltd
Topè Beesley is an award-winning curly hair stylist and the creator of curly hair product line, Mahogany Naturals. Topè is also a certified aromatherapist and facialist, which I imagine is the reason why each Mahogany Naturals product smells divine (heart eyes). This lady is quite clearly a woman of many talents! Check out Topè’s Instagram page for some fabulous curly hair transformations.
Southampton
Curl Truth
Website: www.curltruth.love
Instagram: @fabcurllove
Fabian Bine, AKA Curl Truth, is a curly hair specialist based in Southampton. Fabian cuts every clients’ hair dry, curl by curl, and only uses curly girl friendly products (i.e. no sulphates, silicones, dry alcohols, etc.) in the salon.
South West UK Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Bristol
Nuala Morey
Website: www.nualahairdressing.com
Instagram: @nualamoreysalon
Nuala Morey and her salon of curly hair stylists (each trained by herself) use a variety of cutting techniques to create the perfect curly hairstyle — this includes both wet and dry (curl by curl) cutting. Every single transformation picture Nuala posts on her Instagram feed is curl goals, which makes me think she knows a thing or two about cutting and styling curly hair.
Devon
The Curl Consultant
Location: Exeter
Website: thecurlconsultant.co.uk
Instagram: @the_curl_consultant_claire
The Curl Consultant, AKA Claire, is a curly hair stylist and the founder of Elevate Hair Studio, Exeter. Claire has over 20 years’ experience in the hair industry and is trained and certified by Lorraine Massey, DevaCurl and Curly Hair Artistry.
Cornwall
BlewBelle
Location: Truro
Website: www.cornwallcurlspecialist.co.uk
Instagram: @cornwallcurlspecialist
Based in Truro, BlewBelle Curl Studio is home to the Cornwall Curly Hair Specialist, Sarah White. Sarah’s curly hair styling journey began in 2015, and she has since become certified by DevaCurl, Curly Hair Artistry and in Lorraine Massey’s Curl by Curl cutting technique.
West Midlands Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Birmingham
Spring
Website: springisinthehair.com
Instagram: @springisinthehair
Spring is a specialist curly hair salon based in Birmingham city centre. The stylists at Spring cut the hair in its dry, natural state, using their own unique curl by curl cutting technique. There's a range of services on offer at the salon, including curly cuts, colouring and even a ‘Spring Clean’ re-hydrating treatment.
Shropshire
Curl Confidence
Website: www.curlconfidence.co.uk
Instagram: @nikkisampsoncurlconfidence
Nikki Sampson is the owner of the Curl Confidence salon in Shrewsbury. It wasn’t until the age of 51 that Nikki decided she wanted to become a curly hairdresser, and since then she has trained with DevaCurl in New York, with Lorraine Massey and alongside curl specialist, Lindey Hughes. Nikki cuts the hair dry, curl by curl, paying attention to your natural curl pattern.
North West Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Manchester
Vicky Queen of Curls
Location: McCrory Hair Salon, Manchester
Website: mccroryhair.co.uk/girls-and-curls/
Instagram: @vickyqueenofcurls
Vicky Queen of Curls is a curly hair specialist based at the McCrory Hair Salon in Manchester. Each curly hair cut with Vicky includes a consultation, dry cut and helpful aftercare advice. Vicky has an Instagram feed full of amazing curly cuts to fill you with curly hair inspiration.
Yorkshire Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Leeds
The Curl Clinic
Website: www.thecurlclinic.co.uk
Instagram: @thecurlclinic
The Curl Clinic is a specialist curly hair salon based in Leeds. Owner, Kimberley, and her team of DevaCurl trained stylists provide a range of services from a Wash ‘N’ Go to a full Curl Clinic Transformation. Each curly hair cut at The Curl Clinic will be tailored to your hair's individual needs.
Scotland Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Belle & Blackley
Location: Glasgow
Website: www.belleandblackley.com/curls
Instagram: @belleblackley
Belle & Blackley is a Glasgow-based hair salon with a focus on curly hair. At Belle & Blackley, your cut will begin with a consultation where you’ll discuss your hair goals and your current hair routine. The stylists at Belle & Blackley cut hair dry, with your curls in their natural state. You’ll also receive advice on caring for your curls at home, along with tips on which products and styling techniques to use.
Brave Curls
Location: Dundee
Website: curlyhairscotland.co.uk
Instagram: @bravecurls
Brave Curls, AKA Jane, is a curly hair specialist with over 20 years’ hairdressing experience. Jane dove into the world of curly hair after having a daughter with curly hair, and is now trained and certified by Lorraine Massey. In fact, she was the first stylist in the UK to complete two Lorraine Massey classes! Situated in Urban salon, Monifieth, Jane cuts the hair dry, as the curls naturally fall, then follows up by cleansing, conditioning and styling using curl-friendly hair products.
Ireland Curly Hair Salons & Specialists
Dublin
The Curly Look
Website: thecurlylook.com
Instagram: @thecurlylook
The Curly Look was founded in 2013 by experienced curly hair stylist, Saulo O’Deoraín. Curls come in all shapes and sizes, and Saulo is passionate about encouraging individuals to embrace their natural curls — whatever the texture. Saulo combines a variety of techniques for his signature Curly Cut, which is performed on dry hair, cutting each curl individually.
The Curl Artist
Website: www.thecurlartist.ie
Instagram: @thecurlartist
The Curl Artist, AKA Cathy, is a Dublin-based, DevaCurl trained curly hair specialist. Cathy’s Curl Art cutting technique involves cutting the hair dry, in its natural form. You’ll also receive one to one coaching throughout your appointment, so you’ll leave the salon armed with lots of tips on how to care for your curls at home.
So, that's it — my comprehensive list of curly hair salons and specialists in the UK and Ireland! I really hope this helps you find a hairdresser that’ll embrace your curls and give them the TLC they deserve. Feel free to let me know if I've missed any off!
17 Comments
Anna
Have a look at V12 / Curl Topiary in Cheadle Hulme, Manchester, Laura at the Hair Lounge in Colne, Lancashire, and David and David in Plymouth, Devon… x
Rhiannon
A bit deflated that there’s no Welsh curl specialists on this list 🙁
Hannah Cook
Do let me know if you know of any and I will add them 🙂
Julie Gorman-Cliff
Can anyone recommend a good curly hairdresser i in the North East? I live in Durham but anywhere nearby
khaleesah
Check out curly beast
Judith nilsson
I have found one in southsheilds that cuts curly hair it called crown hair and beauty and there also ne curls in wide open.
G connolly
Pure hair salon belfast is a great salon for curly hair. Also the curl bar Dungiven is well known for curly hair cuts in Northern Ireland
helen smith
Hannah – there is a great one in aberdovey – west wales (Balance hair and beauty – Helen is amazing ) ive been a few times
Jemma White
I highly recommend Chris at Guy Christian in Cardiff.
Amanda
My all-time favourite, that I miss terribly now that I’m in the US, is Unruly in Hammersmith!
Simba
Hi,
There’s a Curly specialist in Northampton. THE MUSE SALON.
🙂
Vanessa Sexton
Grateful for information on curly hair specialists in North East England from Teesside to Tyneside. Thank you, Vanessa
Louise Clarke
Was hoping there might have been someone in Northern Ireland, there’s no way I can take my 6yo all the way down to Dublin for a hair cut! If anybody can advise of one then I’d love to know
Elizabeth Lawless
Louise Clarke! Try Ciara in the hair studio in Dungiven! I have visited twice from Ireland and it’s 💯 worth the journey x
Lin
Muse salon in Northampton isn’t mentioned here – they are absolutely amazing!!!
Donna Morgan
Hi! We are Curl specialists in Mid Wales
Check out Snips Hairdressing. I have trained with Nick at Springin Birmingham and also went out to Tampa FL to train with Deva Curl! My website is
http://www.snipshairdressing.co.uk
Megan
I keep seeing videos from Cyrl Cymru in Aberystwyth – looks good 👍