Shine Hairdressing

33 High Street, West Malling, Kent, ME19 6QH

About us

The business opened its doors in August 2000. Shine owner Leigh Anthony has built a reputation as a successful, leading hairstylist in Kent and believes in high quality hairdressing with excellent service.

The Core approach to our service is all about real and relaxing 'ME TIME' without compromise. We won’t be rushing off to do another guest whilst your colour processes ,your chosen stylist will be on hand for you and only you from the moment you enter the salon until the moment you leave. It's all about YOU.

We know and understand how precious your time is so we have changed things a little, from now on you pay for the time with your stylist and not set by a price list. The new pricing system will allow you and your stylist to collaborate on your hair to ensure you receive the very best one-to-one service and ultimately the very best hair possible.

The salon is situated in a two storey listed building on the High Street in the historic town of West Malling.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:30 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

Services

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Our work

Reviews

4.91
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Lovely vibe, and a great haircut!

Amy Webb
26th Mar 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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Absolutely LOVE my hair! It was so lovely to chat and catch up :) Thank you so much!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Amy,

Thank you so much for sharing your positive experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you loved your hair and enjoyed chatting with our team. We always strive to create not only beautiful hair but also a comfortable and friendly atmosphere for our clients.

Thank you for choosing us and we can't wait to see you again soon!

Warm regards,
The team at Shine Hairdressing

Life-changing

Clare Mason
25th Mar 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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Helene was like a breath of fresh air, she empowered me to try a new haircut and to book my first colour experience! Thank you

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Clare Mason,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. We're thrilled to hear that Helene helped you try a new haircut and book your first color experience!

Empowering our clients to try new styles and colors is something we strive for at Shine Hairdressing. We're so happy that Helene was able to provide you with a breath of fresh air during your visit.

We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again soon.

Best wishes,

The team at Shine Hairdressing

The amazing Ellie

Louise M
13th Mar 2026
Team Member: Ellie
5.0
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As always, I’m so happy with my colour appointment today with Ellie. She is so knowledgeable and always accommodating to me trying something new. The team are so welcoming and friendly and Ellie is a fantastic hairdresser. Highly recommend.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Dear Louise,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review of your recent visit to our salon. We are delighted to hear that you are once again happy with your hair colour appointment with Ellie. She truly is a talented and knowledgeable stylist, and we are lucky to have her as part of our team.

We are also glad to hear that you enjoy trying something new with Ellie and that she is always accommodating to your requests. It means a lot to us that you find the team welcoming and friendly, as creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere for our clients is one of our top priorities.

Thank you for highly recommending us to others, it truly means a lot to the whole team here at Shine Hairdressing. We can't wait to have you back in the salon again soon!

Best regards,

The team at Shine Hairdressing

Best colour and style to date!

Karen Cable
13th Mar 2026
Team Member: Liv
5.0
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Liv is amazing at getting the right look, colour and tone in a hairstyle.
Thoroughly recommend her.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Karen Cable, thank you for your lovely review of Liv at our salon. We are so happy to hear that she was able to give you the perfect look, colour, and tone for your hairstyle. We are grateful for your recommendation and we will be sure to pass on your kind words to Liv. Thank you for choosing our salon and we hope to see you again soon.
Best,
The team at Shine Hairdressing

Hair colour

Anshu Gupta
13th Mar 2026
Team Member: Charlie
5.0
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Lovely experience as always, Charlie always explains everything so nicely and patiently.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Anshu, we are glad to hear that you had a lovely experience at our salon, especially with Charlie. We strive to provide top-notch customer service and it's great to know that Charlie's explanations were helpful and patient. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, we appreciate it! See you at your next appointment. Team at Shine Hairdressing.

Fabulous Colour

Pauline Norton
12th Mar 2026
Team Member: Ellie
5.0
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Love the colour Ellie 😍

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Pauline, thanks for taking the time to leave us a review. We are so happy to hear that you love the color Ellie gave you! She always does an amazing job. We hope to see you again soon for your next hair appointment. Have a great day!

Best,
The team at Shine Hairdressing

Just What I Needed

Scott Brett
10th Mar 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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Was my first cut for a good while, so long hair needed some management. Helene wasn't fazed in the slightest at the challenge, provided great advice and gave me a terrific cut...thoroughly recommend Shine!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Scott,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience at our salon. We are thrilled to hear that you had a positive first visit with us and that Helene was able to provide you with a great cut and helpful advice. We are always up for a challenge and are happy to know that you left feeling satisfied with the result. It was a pleasure having you in our chair and we greatly appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to seeing you again for your next hair needs!

Warmly,
The team at Shine Hairdressing

Wash and Blow dry

Lynne Humm
6th Mar 2026
Team Member: Bella
5.0
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Welcomed on arrival and refreshments provided after consultation with Bella on my desired outcome. Very nice salon and very satisfied with the hair wash and head massage lovely blow dry .very pleased with outcome .

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Excellent

Sarah
5th Mar 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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Maddie went out of her way to make me feel welcome on my first visit, I appreciated her honest feedback when I was asking for advice as well. I’m really pleased with my haircut. This was a real treat, thank you

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Hair colour apt

Sophie Scott
3rd Mar 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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Maddie did my highlights and did an excellent job and looked after me so well. Thank you Maddie xx

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Love my hair

Hazel Pearson
28th Feb 2026
Team Member: Charlie
4.5
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So happy with how my hair looks and was very happy to be in the hands of Charlie, looking forward to next visit. Pleased with the advice around what I’d thought for my colour and am happy to be advised as to what was best.

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Love my hair

Hazel Pearson
28th Feb 2026
Team Member: Charlie
4.0
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Loved the experience and looking forward to returning in 8 weeks

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Lovely colour and cut

Sarah Jones
27th Feb 2026
Team Member: Liv
5.0
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Last minute appt with Liv as my regular stylist had to take time off.
Liv was very professional spending time discussing my colour making suggestions, and regarding my cut. All of which I was very pleased with. Thank you

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Relaxing treatment and very pleased with hairstyle

Sue Barnes
27th Feb 2026
Team Member: Bella
5.0
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Lovely relaxing wash and head massage. Extremely pleased with my haircut Bella understood how I wanted it and thd cut is lovely.

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Fab hair cut.

Chrissie Hill
27th Feb 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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Always very happy with my cut and finish with Helen. She listens to what I want and makes great suggestions on how it will work best for my hair. Always enjoy my visit to Shine.

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Bill Danaher
26th Feb 2026
Team Member: Leigh
5.0
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Great haircut

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Excellent service

Mrs Patricia Danaher
26th Feb 2026
Team Member: Leigh
5.0
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Thoroughly pleasant experience. Very friendly staff, lovely ambience and a great haircut and blow dry by Leigh.

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Love my hair

Hazel Pearson
26th Feb 2026
Team Member: Charlie
4.5
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Great experience although I’m not as my photo that I showed I understand why and am more than happy with results

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Love my hair

Hazel Pearson
26th Feb 2026
Team Member: Charlie
4.5
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Great experience have an end result that although not like the photo I supplied I’m more than happy with end result. Charlie was extremely helpful and I’m coming again

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My hair experience

Sue Ashelford
26th Feb 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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Great cut and colour I felt really good when I left

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A real treat

Theresa Osborn
25th Feb 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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After a really stressful day and tye worst headache I was tempted to re book my appointment. Im so glad i didnt. Its such a lovely experience visiting this salon from start to finish. Maddie is fantastic and always does an amazing job on my hair. On top of this the massage chairs and head massage relieved the headache and stress and I left felling rested and fabulous. All the staff are super friendly and make you feel so welcome. I cannot recommend highly enough.

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Claire Sutton
20th Feb 2026
Team Member: Leigh
5.0
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Leah and Bella did a great job today, Leah coloured my hair and they both blow dried very curly hair straight and Leah also blow dried my daughters hair and made a 9 year old feel very grown up! The training they receive is of a very high standard and is a friendly but professional environment. Thanks girls

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Karen Hammond
20th Feb 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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Lovely blowdry by maddie

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Lovely experience

Raine Daniels
20th Feb 2026
Team Member: Bella
5.0
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Lovely experience with Bella, hair wash and massage very professional. Really loved the volume in my blow dry.

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Beautiful hair cut

Eleanor Drake
20th Feb 2026
Team Member: Charlie
5.0
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Charlie cut my daughter’s hair today. She loved the experience and her hair looks gorgeous. Always a lovely visit to Shine.

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Super Helene 😍

Judith Phillips
19th Feb 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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I had a dreadful cold today , and Helene was still able to see me, even though she had to wear a mask , and we all remember how uncomfortable they are !
She took time with me while I told her my hair worries and advised me accordingly

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Great Experience with Grace

Anna
18th Feb 2026
Team Member: Grace
5.0
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Grace is friendly and clearly passionate about her work. She offers thoughtful advice and explains things with real examples, which makes you feel confident and well taken care of. Thank you!

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Great

Teresa Macklin
15th Feb 2026
Team Member: Liv
5.0
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Always enjoy my monthly visit to the salon - great atmosphere and everyone chatty . Had a brilliant head massage from Liv along with highlights, toner and cut

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Excellent

Rosemary Hammond
13th Feb 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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As always Helene completed my cut and finish immaculately and I was delighted with the result!

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Excellent

Rosemary Hammond
13th Feb 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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As always Helene met my expectations, very pleased with the result

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Amazing as always

Julie
7th Feb 2026
Team Member: Charlie
5.0

Charlie coloured and cut my hair and I’m very happy with it

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Love it!

Gabby Smith
5th Feb 2026
Team Member: Catherine
5.0
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Another fabulous cut and colour from Cat. Thank you!

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Full highlights

Talia Hearn
4th Feb 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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Great appointment with maddie I have been using her whilst Charlie has been away and she has been amazing very kind and professional ans will use her all times when my usual stylist isn’t on

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My haircut and colour

Anonymous
29th Jan 2026
5.0

Ellie is such a fantastic hairdresser. She is so polite and know her expertise with both colouring and cutting

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Colour freshing up

Christina Portella
24th Jan 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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Very good service. Quick, nicely done and charming.

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Great haircut with Leaha

Julie Bailey
23rd Jan 2026
5.0
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Great haircut with Leaha

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So pleased!

Charis Payne
23rd Jan 2026
Team Member: Liv
5.0
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I have had 4or 5 appointments now with Liv and I’m very happy with the results each time. She has always listened to what I like and what I want to achieve with my hair style. Liv is so knowledgable and has given great advice about my hair - colour, cut etc and I’ve learnt so much from her which in turn helps me look after and style my hair at home. Thank you !

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Relaxing treatment

Sue Barnes
23rd Jan 2026
Team Member: Bella
5.0
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Bella was very friendly and professional, she listened to how I wanted my hair to look today and the style I was aiming for going forward. I was very pleased with the finished style. Lovely relaxing wash and head massage. She explained the products she was using and booked an appointment for me with her for a tint in two weeks time. Coming to Shine is a very enjoyable experience.

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Another great cut

Vanessa Roots
20th Jan 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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Helene has been cutting my short hair for the last four years and I couldn’t ask for a better stylist. She listens to what I want, understands me and my hair and my cut is spot on every time. As well as being an excellent stylist Helene is always warm, friendly and welcoming. The salon always looks immaculate and even when busy it has a calm feel to it. All of the team are professional and friendly. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

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Claire Brown
16th Jan 2026
5.0

Very good experience , well looked after and good advice

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Finish

Karen Hammond
15th Jan 2026
Team Member: Leigh
5.0
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Had a lovely blow dry today with Leanne she Maura it look so pretty

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New Year new style

Maureen Burgess
15th Jan 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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I wanted a new style for this year as it is a special birthday, Helene styled a pixie cut I am so pleased with my new look.

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Great haircut

Shana Rafferty
14th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Emily cut my hair exactly as I wanted. So pleased with the cut.

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Cur and finish

Anonymous
13th Jan 2026
Team Member: Helene
5.0

Excellent service. Niceq

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Good hair day

Carol Pike
13th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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As always Emily cut my hair beautifully.
She listened to what I wanted and carried out my wishes.
She sorted out my fringe which has been a problem for a while (not down to Emily).
Over all I left feeling very satisfied.

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Very professional

Sue Comfort
9th Jan 2026
Team Member: Leigh
5.0
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Think was Leigh but best salon I been in for long time

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Great hair cut to start 2026!

Stephanie Bradbury
6th Jan 2026
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Beautiful cut and finish.. really pleased with how my hair feels and looks. I’ve not the easiest hair to cut, so it means a lot when a hairdresser has created such a great look. Thank you Emily!

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New customer - coming back!

Gail Bowyer
2nd Jan 2026
Team Member: Madeleine
5.0
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I was new to Shine and went on a recommendation. I was a little nervous but no need, Maddie did a great job. Cut & colour exactly what I asked for.

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Jane Brett
31st Dec 2025
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Fantastic colour, cut and Style with the wonderful Emily. 10/10 as always. Thank you very much!

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Marie magic

Shani Howker
31st Dec 2025
Team Member: Marie
5.0
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Always feel uplifted when Marie does her magic with my tired old hair. She welcomes me and is always kind

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