The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

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

About us

Pride of Tameside's Hair & Beauty Business of the year 2017

The ultimate pampering experience comes to Hyde!
Enjoy City Centre treatment at local prices with The Leading Edge ‘one-stop’ hair and beauty experience.

At last we have a salon with a difference! With the recent opening of The Leading Edge, salon owners Alan and Barrie told us “Our many years of experience in business taught us that to remain successful you need to listen to the needs of your customers. Many customers have very busy lifestyles and demand all the latest treatments to be accessible under one roof. The Leading Edge provides just that”.

They continued, “Most salons these days are in a time warp and have offered nothing new for years. The Leading Edge recognises this and is a concept that truly has to be seen and experienced to be believed”.

Gone are tiny cramped seating areas; replaced with a large comfortable lounge where you can relax, enjoy a coffee or catch up with your e-mails on the free Wi-Fi, provided. Convenient onsite parking where you can even have your car washed and valeted during your visit. Nail technicians are on hand to offer you manicures, pedicures and acrylic nails without the need to travel elsewhere. A full range of beauty treatments are available now with our beautician both in our salon and upper floor treatment room. A little retail therapy, offering branded fragrances, handbags, jewellery and hair accessories is also available for the ladies!

The men have not been forgotten as they have their own totally separate area which brings the Barbers Shop into a modern era! No need to worry about waiting times as you can book online or alternatively call in and take advantage of the free pool table whilst you wait. The game enthusiasts are catered for with the provision of a PS3 or you can even watch the huge 12 foot HD screen in the comfort of an armchair.

All this is supported by a dynamic, creative and professional Leading Edge team; all head hunted for their skills and knowledge to deliver The Leading Edge experience and philosophy.

Call 0161 368 9999 and make an appointment for a free consultation. Meet the team and sample this unique experience for yourself. As The Leading Edge says, “Visit us and experience the future in hair and beauty at today’s affordable prices”.

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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

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Fab Nails ALWAYS!

Tracey
6th Apr 2022
Stylist: Natasha
5.0
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Great nails and Natasha is really lovely and easy to get along with. I usually find conversation awkward in them scenarios but I’m comfortable here and always thrilled with the outcome!

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Tracey its so pleasing to read your review and I'm sure that Natasha will be over the moon knowing how pleased and relaxed you felt.

Nice Vibe

Anonymous
2nd Apr 2022
5.0

Afternoon appointment(unusual for me), great atmosphere everyone seemed engaged.
Had a cut with a Barrie, very proffesional, engaging, very clean and safe,(staff all masked up) as Arnie said I'll be back

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Many thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review.

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Elaine
2nd Apr 2022
Stylist: Natasha
5.0
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Excellent love them

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Thanks Elaine for taking the time to share your recent experience with our #gel #nail technician Natasha

Great experience

sharon
1st Apr 2022
Stylist: Jayne
5.0
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Great cut and colour from Jayne. Jayne is friendly and happy to listen and advise. i always leave happy with lovely looking hair. Salon is run professionally, clean and all staff welcoming.

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Sharon, many thanks for taking the time to share your recent visit to our salon and how pleased you were with your stylist Jayne who will be so grateful for your kind words. We look forwar to seeing you again soon.

Cut n blow

Loraine Fantom
31st Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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Love coming here! Lovely salon and lovely staff.Always offered a drink and love the head massage with conditioner. Great cut and Lauren is polite and chatty. Thank you.

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Loraine, Lauren will be so pleased to read how happy you were with your recent visit to our salon and will be looking forward to seeing you again soon.
Many thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review.

LJB Gel Nails

Chantelle Armstrong
31st Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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I totally Love My Nails & will Definitely Be Recommending to other people

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Read Chantelles glowing review of our trainee nail technician Lauren.

Brilliant

Beth Leigh
27th Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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I always enjoy having my nails done with Lauren, she is very professional and also really amiable, the time flies because we chat

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Beth we are so grateful for you taking the time to write about your recent visit with Lauren our trainee nail technician. It’s always pleasing to hear how happy our customers are.

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Heidi
27th Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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Another excellent jobs of my nails. Live the colour.

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Heidi, many thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are so pleased to read how happy you were and look forward to welcoming you again soon.

Brilliant

Helen
27th Mar 2022
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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After dying my hair black at home during lockdown I needed to impove both the colour and condition of my hair. Emily gave great advice about how many visits/ stages were needed to lift my colour . My hair is now a lovely golden copper colour and is honestly the best its looked in many years. I cannot recommend Emily highly enough . Everyone in the salon is so welcoming and the prices are very fair.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Helen, many thanks for your kind feedback, it’s always lovely to read how happy our clients are and I know Emily will be over the moon with your review. We look forward to seeing you again in the salon.

Excellent service

Kathryn
25th Mar 2022
Stylist: Emily
5.0
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Met with a lovely smile and offered a cup of tea. Relaxed environment and very knowledgeable around styling and treatments for curly hair. Made a suggestion to the style which was perfect. Came out feeling well looked after, a good chat and happy with service given. Well done Emily!

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Kathryn, many thanks for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are so pleased to hear how happy you were and will make sure that Emily is aware of your positive feedback. We all look forward to seeing you back at the salon very soon.

Exceptional Service

Anonymous
20th Mar 2022
Stylist: Barrie
5.0

Great customer service as always

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Many thanks for your kind recommendation.

Best salon for colouring and styling around.

Michelle Shaw
20th Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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Colour always spot on. Style exactly what I want- best salon around. Very clean, friendly and professional. Thank you Lauren. X

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Michelle, Thanks again for your kind words. It’s our pleasure to be able to have you as one of our clients. Lauren would also like to thank you for the 5 out of 5 score and recommendation.

Fabulous nails

Michelle Shaw
20th Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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Very relaxed, very professional, excellent service .

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Michelle, we are so grateful for you taking the time out to write this lovely review. Kind regards TLEdge.

Best nails ever

Laurelle
20th Mar 2022
Stylist: Natasha
5.0
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Tasha is the best! Love my nails everytime ❤️

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Laurelle, many thanks for taking the time to write this wonderful review for Natasha our wonderful nail technician

Love this salon

Jean
18th Mar 2022
Stylist: Barrie
5.0
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Always pleased with my cut and colour.

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Many thanks Jean, we’re so pleased to read your review.

Love this salon

Jean
18th Mar 2022
Stylist: Barrie
5.0
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Always pleased with my cut and colour.

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Response from The Leading Edge Hair & Beauty

Many thanks Jean for your kind words and review from your visit with Barrie in our Hyde salon

Highlights

Anonymous
18th Mar 2022
Stylist: Gary
5.0

Excellent service. Thanks ?

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Many thanks for your feedback

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Debra
16th Mar 2022
Stylist: Natasha
5.0
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A1 service as always salon very clean friendly staff & Natasha is amazing

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Debra, Natasha is so pleased to hear that you loved your nails. Many thanks for taking the time to write this lovely review.

Lauren is amazing

Lilly
15th Mar 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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I absolutely love my hair, after a short consultation prior to my appointment, I felt like Lauren really understood exactly what I was looking for, she took care, was very patient and so friendly throughout. My hair feels lighter, healthier and im getting closer to my dream colour! Can't wait for my next visit

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Lilly, many thanks for taking the time to write such wonderful review. Lauren is so pleased that you love her work. We look forwrd to welcoming you into the salon very soon.

Love my hair

Karen
14th Mar 2022
Stylist: Jayne
5.0
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As always got what i wanted, a lovely friendly service and a stunning colour and cut xx

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Karen, we’re so pleased to read how happy you are following your recent visit with Jayne our stylist in our Hyde salon. Many thanks for taking the time to write this review. We look forward to seeing you back soon.

Lauren

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

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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
Stylist: 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.

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

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

Satisfied customer

Angela
6th Mar 2022
Stylist: 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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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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: Gary
5.0
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Very professional as always.
Hair cut to client's request.

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

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Abbie
4th Mar 2022
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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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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
Stylist: 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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Thanks Julie for sharing your experience and your kind words. See you next time your in.

Excellent

Janice Yates
18th Feb 2022
Stylist: Natasha
5.0
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Excellent

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Thanks for your kind review Janice.

Great

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

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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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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
Stylist: 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.