The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

61 Dowson Rd, Hyde, Greater Manchester, SK14 1QS

About us

Award-Winning Style, Right in the Heart of Hyde

Welcome to The Leading Edge – your all-in-one destination for hair, beauty, and grooming, right here in Hyde. We bring you the premium city-centre experience without the city-centre price tag.

Founded by industry veterans Alan and Barrie, The Leading Edge was born from a simple idea: today’s clients want more. More convenience. More choice. More luxury. That’s why we created a space where you can enjoy everything under one roof – from cutting-edge hairstyling and colouring. Flawless nails to advanced beauty treatments and modern barbering.

The Leading Edge is built for comfort and experience. Relax in our spacious lounge with a coffee, jump on the free Wi-Fi, or even get your car valeted while you indulge in some well-earned pampering.

Whether you’re here for a quick trim or a full day of self-care, you’ll find:

Expert hair stylists for all genders

Nail technicians offering manis, pedis & gels

Beauty treatments in our private rooms

A boutique retail area with fragrances, accessories & more

Free onsite parking

We’ve handpicked a team of top talent to deliver next-level service, creativity, and care – all tailored to your lifestyle.

📞 Call 0161 368 9999 to book your free consultation or visit us in salon.

The Leading Edge – Where hair, beauty & grooming meet innovation. Welcome to the future of self-care.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 19:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

Services

Hair
Nails
Beauty
Face
Aesthetics

Our work

Reviews

4.98
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Janet
12th Mar 2022
5.0
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Great service as always. Friendly, clean salon.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Janet thanks for giving your stylist Lauren top marks from your recent visit.
We look forward to seeing you back soon.

Colour and cut

Lynne lowes
10th Mar 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Not sure if it was Lauren a or b but lovely colour and good cut. Very pleased. I have already made my next appointment.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

It was Lauren A Lynne, as Lauren B is our trainee nail technician. We are so pleased to read your lovely review and will make sure we pass your feedback onto Lauren. We look forward to seeing you next time your in the salon.

Nail

Heidi McDougall
6th Mar 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Another great job of my nails……they look fab x

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Heidi, many many thanks for your feedback and score for Lauren our trainee nail technician. 5/5 *

Satisfied customer

Angela
6th Mar 2022
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Always enjoy going to get my hair done
Fabulous team
Always great results
Best hairdressers ever ❤️

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Angela, we are both very pleased to hear how happy you are with our junior stylist Emily and grateful for you taking the time out to write this lovely review.

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Elaine
5th Mar 2022
Team Member: Natasha
5.0
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Fantastic .
Excellent nail technician

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Elaine, thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts after your recent visit with our Nail Technician Natasha.

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Andy ogden
4th Mar 2022
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Very professional as always.
Hair cut to client's request.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Many thanks Andy for your kind review. I will pass this on to Gary.

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Abbie
4th Mar 2022
Team Member: Natasha
5.0
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Amazing as usual!

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Abbie, a BIG thanks for taking the time to review your recent visit with Natasha for your Gel Nails.

LJB Gel Nails

Anonymous
2nd Mar 2022
5.0

My 1st time at the salon I was very welcome and the staff are brilliant I love my nails thankyou

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Many thanks for Your review for our trainee nail technician Lauren.

Simply the best

Eileen Stansfield
26th Feb 2022
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Amazing hair dresser. So very talented and would highly recommend him and all the team xxx

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Eileen many thanks for taking the time out to write a lovely review for the salon and Gary "The Hair Wizard" our senior stylist. We look forward to seeing you back in the salon soon.

Leading Edge

Marie Thompson
26th Feb 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Love visiting Leading edge salon. Everyone so welcoming. Another lovely cut by Lauren. Feel so pleased that I have found such a great salon near to home.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Marie, I will make sure Lauren is aware of your positive feedback which we are so grateful for. We all look forward to seeing you again soon. in the salon.

Relaxing experience

Liz
25th Feb 2022
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Great salon with some great stylists and very friendly ! Would highly recommend ! Big thumbs up ?

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Liz, many thanks for taking the time out to write this lovely review. We are so pleased you were happy with your experience. We will ensure Emily is aware of your feedback. Hope to see you soon.

WOW...

Julie
20th Feb 2022
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Gary is a perfectionist, fantastic stylist, colorist & excellent conversationalist!! Wouldn't go anywhere else.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Thanks Julie for sharing your experience and your kind words. See you next time your in.

Excellent

Janice Yates
18th Feb 2022
Team Member: Natasha
5.0
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Excellent

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Thanks for your kind review Janice.

Great

Beth Leigh
13th Feb 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Lovely atmosphere and friendly staff, also Lauren is amazing

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Beth, we’re so grateful for your kind review and we will pass your praise on to Lauren our Nail Technician.

So happy I found The Leading Edge!

Helen B
13th Feb 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Lauren is amazing! She has worked wonders on my hair over the last year and it’s healthier than it’s ever been.
I knew I fancied a change this time and trusted Lauren to do whatever she wanted. 5 inches off and now a brunette and I feel great!
It’s clear that all the team love working there and you’re always made to feel welcome by everybody.
They have taken Covid really seriously and the salon is always spotless.
I won’t be going anywhere else!

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Helen, we are so pleased to read your review, it makes all our hard work worthwhile. Lauren send her thanks. Enjoy your hair and we hope to see you soon.

Great salon

Jean
11th Feb 2022
Team Member: Barrie
5.0
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Barrie always cuts my hair just how I want. All the other stylists are excellent. Lovely salon and nice selection of teas!

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Jean many thanks for your valued feedback. It’s always a pleasure to have you in the salon. See you soon and many thanks.

Cut & Blow dry

Wendy Jones
11th Feb 2022
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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As usual Gary did a lovely job, he's a fantastic stylist, he also takes time to listen to what you want which is important. Gary is a lovely fun person I always look forward to my appointment with him.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Wendy, many many thanks for your positive feedback which I know Gary will be very grateful for. We look forward to seeing you back in the salon soon.

Brilliant

Helen
11th Feb 2022
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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As always a brilliant service from Emily. She has done amazing work to correct my previous home dye attempts. I honestly wouldn't go anywhere else now.
The atmosphere is really friendly and welcoming and their prices are very fair.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Helen, we’re so pleased that you like your hair and are grateful for your positive feedback. We will make sure Emily gets the recognition she deserves.

Fab result

Sue T.
6th Feb 2022
Team Member: Gary
5.0
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Always pleased with the service at The Leading Edge, Gary has excelled in styling my hair to suit my personality and I am delighted with the outcome.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Sue, I know how pleased Gary will be when he reads your feedback. Thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Andrea
6th Feb 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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I always have a great experience and my hair always looks and feels gorgeous after Lauren has worked her magic on it. I have naturally curly hair and a lot of it but she manages to control it!

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Andrea, a BUG thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review. Your gratitude will be passed on to our wonderful stylist Lauren.

Great hairdressers

Sally Brocklehurst
3rd Feb 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Great service and always happy with colour and cut

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Sally, many thanks for taking the time out to write a review of your visit. We are so grateful as it’s these reviews that show our hard work and commitment in delivering great service and in turn attracting more customers. Thank you.

Fantastic

Anonymous
2nd Feb 2022
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Emily is a lovely and friendly young lady and did an amazing hair cut for me. Emily made my two girls feel like princesses they both love feeling like they are being pampered while they have their hairs done and can't wait for the next hair cut. The salon is really welcoming with a relaxed atmosphere and your always welcomed with a smile.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Many thanks for taking the time out to compile such a lovely review. I will personally make sure your gratitude is passed on to Emily.
We look forward to welcoming you all back to the salon soon. Many thanks Alan

Lovely Atmosphere

JANET Kenyon
1st Feb 2022
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Always a lovely atmosphere at The Leading Edge. Everyone is so nice and friendly. Had a cut and colour this time with Lauren who always does a great job with my hair. Highly recommend her

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Janet, many thanks for taking the time out to write a lovely review. We are so pleased you had a gret experience and that Lauren met your expectations. Thanks

Hair

Anonymous
28th Jan 2022
5.0

Always a pleasure to have my hair done, friendly atmosphere.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Many thanks for your kind review. It’s our pleasure to accommodate you.