Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

13 Spring Road , Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, OX14 1AH

About us

Dawsons Hair and Beauty Lounge has been created with our clients in mind. We are delighted to give you a fresh open space to relax in our company. The team at Dawsons believe our guests deserve the best and we strive to deliver this always. We look forward to welcoming you to Dawsons. Come and share the experience!

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 20:00
Thursday 11:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:30 - 16:00
Sunday Closed

Reviews

4.95
711 verified reviews
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Highlight and cut

Heather Halls
14th May 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0
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Lovely experience and great result.

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Lovely

Ainur Sobolev
14th May 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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It’s easy and clear consultation with options explored and discussed. Hair care and cut itself was great.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Ainur,

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so glad you enjoyed your haircut with Bella.
-Team Dawsons x

Mrs

Holly Green
13th May 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0

Fabulous

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Hi Holly!
Thank you for your kind review!

-Team Dawsons X

Colour & blow dry

Amanda Brown
10th May 2024
Stylist: Bella
4.5
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Very pleased with the colour this time around ready for the summer months ahead!

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Nails and eyebrows

Jane Pakalski
10th May 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Maisy did an excellent job of both my nails and eyebrows. It’s always such a special treat coming to Dawsons, a lovely relaxed environment with the brilliant team.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Jane,
Thank you for your lovely review, we are so glad you are happy with your services from Maisy.
We look forward to seeing you soon for your future appointments!

-Team Dawsons x

FAB!

Jayne Finn
2nd May 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Maisy always take great care with my gel-ish manicure and gets perfect, lasting results 😁

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Hi Jayne!
Thank you for your review, we are so happy you enjoyed your service by Maisy.
We will see you soon for your future appointments.

-Team Dawsons X

Facial

Kate Hanson-Smith
1st May 2024
Stylist: Sophie
5.0
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Wonderful new facial leaving my skin glowing. Thank you Sophie for explaining the procedure so well.

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Hi Kate!
Thank you very much for your lovely review, we are so glad to hear you enjoyed our new facial! We look forward to seeing you soon.

-Team Dawsons X

Restyle and colour

Julie Wiffen
30th Apr 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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So happy haven’t had shorter hair for years love it

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Hi Julie!
Thank you for your review. We are so glad you are enjoying your new style! We look forward to seeing you soon for your future appointments.

Team Dawsons X

Great first appointment

Jenni Collins
30th Apr 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0
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Always a bit nervous meeting a new stylist, Harley allayed any concerns and gave me a great haircut and salon experience. All booked in for next one. Thank you.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Jenni!
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your first visit to the salon and are happy with your haircut by Harley, we look forward to seeing you soon for your next one!

- Team Dawsons x

Yet again!

Jean Jones
28th Apr 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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Yet another very pleasant and satisfying appointment with the genius who is Bella. I always feel on top of the world after she has performed magic on ny hair.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Jean,

Thank You so much for your kind review, we are so glad to hear you loved you hair by Bella and always feel amazing after your appointment. we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Amazing Cut & Blow Dry

Kayleigh Cudd
27th Apr 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Amazing cut & blow dry by Jack again!! Super happy. Wouldn't go anywhere else!!!

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Kayleigh,

Thank You for your kind review, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Colour and cut

Terri Perisi
27th Apr 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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I always feel so relaxed in Dawson salon well getting my hair done.

Bella, is excellent stylist will always give you time to discuss how you would like your hair. Never minds if you feel like changing your mind well she doing your hair.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Terri,

Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased to hear your time in the salon is a relaxing experience for you, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Foot pamper

Karen Grieve
26th Apr 2024
Stylist: Sophie
5.0
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What a wonderful pedicure by Sophie. Lovely massage and scrub and the cream after is very moisturising.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Karen,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are pleased to hear you enjoyed your pedicure by Sophie, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Excellent

Susie
26th Apr 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0
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The experience was absolutely excellent. Friendly, professional, and uplifting. Left with a haircut that made my day! Thanks Harley.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Susanne!

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so glad you enjoyed your first visit to the salon and are happy with your haircut by Harley. We look forward to seeing you hopefully soon for your future appointments!

-Team Dawsons X

Good Time

Venita Olayemi
24th Apr 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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Bella was waiting for me on arrival which was nice. She asked lots of questions and I had the feeling she really listened to my answers. Bella was very friendly, professional; approachable and it is very apparent she loves her job - I was very happy with the result. Thank you Bella

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Venita,

Thank you very much for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to the salon with Bella, we look forward to welcoming you back for all future appointments.

-Team Dawsons x

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Naomi
23rd Apr 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0

Thank you so much Harley I am delighted with my highlights and cut lovely staff and salon so enjoyed the whole experience thank you . 🤩

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Naomi,

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad to hear how much you enjoyed your time at the salon and you love your hair by Harley, we hope to see you in the future.

- Team Dawsons X

Manicure

Jane Woodford
20th Apr 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Very pleased with my treatment, thoughtful and knowledgeable.
Lovely atmosphere, really look after the clients. Thank you!

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Jane,

Thank you for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit at the salon and your treatment with Maisy, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons

Brilliant as always!

Emma Manion
12th Apr 2024
Stylist: Sophie
5.0
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Professional, friendly and very helpful.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Emma!

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad you enjoyed your visit with Sophie.
We look forward to seeing you for your future appointments.

-Team Dawsons x

Pretty nails

Karen Grieve
12th Apr 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Maisy always gives me the five star treatment. We have great chats about family.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Karen,

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you love coming to see Maisy for your nails, we look forward to seeing you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Love my cut

Elaine Durham
12th Apr 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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I trusted Jack to do what he thought was best for styling my curly hair into a trendy cut & he didn't disappoint. Jack really does understand hair types & what would suit face shape etc

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Elaine,

Thank you for your review, its so great to hear you loved your cut by jack, we look forward to seeing you in the future.

- Team Dawsons x

First appointment Cut

Tammy Bradbury
12th Apr 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0

My daughters and I are very happy! Thank you. Happy to have found a good salon in our new home town.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Tammy!
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad you and your daughters are happy with your first visit with us. We look forward to seeing you soon for your future appointments.

-Team Dawsons x

Nails

Mena Wilkinson
11th Apr 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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I have had a lovely treat of having a French manicure by Maisy. I am not one for having my nails done, but after the last time she did them for me, I wanted to keep them looking as good as she hade made them look before. Lovely hand massage to finish, totally relaxing. I would highly recommend Msisy and the Salon.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Mena,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your manicure with Maisy, and we are excited to welcome you back for another one.

- Team Dawsons x

Advice and styling to perfection

Lorna Wright
11th Apr 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Jack was recommended to me and I am overjoyed at each and every hair cut. Jack is an amazing stylist. I appreciate his advice and honesty. He’s very calm and the salon is beautiful, making the whole experience very indulgent!

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Lorna,

Thank you for your kind review, we are delighted to hear you loved your hair cut by jack and enjoyed your time at the salon, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawson x

Hair styling

Jane Pakalski
10th Apr 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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This was the first time I’d had my hair cut by Jack. He was very patient as I tried to describe the style I wanted to achieve, showed me potential illustrations and then took enormous care to make it happen. I was delighted with the result as well as being charmed by his personality. I felt as if I’d had a special treat!

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Jane

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad to hear how much you enjoyed your time at the salon and your hair cut by jack, we look forward to welcoming you back.

- Team Dawsons x

Wax

Beth Fordham
7th Apr 2024
Stylist: Sophie
5.0
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Such a great experience. Somehow Sophie makes the wax so it doesn't hurt. Magic. So comfortable, had some interesting chats and some holiday recommendations

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Beth!

Thank you for your review, we are so glad you enjoyed your visit here with us. We look forward to seeing you in the near future.

-Team Dawsons x

Excellent

Sammie Gass
6th Apr 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Maisy was fantastic so professional but really friendly. She really made me feel at ease and explained options to me and gave me great advice. I was happy with my treatment and will definitely be going back and trying different treatments. Finally found a professional therapist that listened to my needs and gave me a top notch service

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Sammie,

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so glad you enjoyed your visit with Maisy and are happy with the results. We look forward to seeing you again!

-Team Dawsons x

Have booked my next appointment already

I.Mumby
5th Apr 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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Bella is lovely and welcoming. She did a helpful consultation before we started and I’m really happy with my cut.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello!
Thank you for leaving a lovely review, we're glad you enjoyed your visit with Bella. We look forward to seeing you again!

-Team Dawsons x

First experience at Dawsons

Jane Haslam
5th Apr 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0
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Harley was lovely. She spent time talking to me to understand what I wanted and the problems I have with my hair and I was really pleased with the result of my cut and blow dry. Thank you!

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Jane!
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we're so glad you enjoyed your first visit with us, we look forward to seeing you soon for your next hair cut!

-Team Dawsons x

Love my hair

Amy Gardner
30th Mar 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Amazing experience and i love my hair. Jack does a brilliant job as always thank you

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Amy,

Thank you so much for your review, we are so pleased to hear you loved your experience at the salon having your hair done by jack ,we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Weekend pick-me-up

Carolyn King
28th Mar 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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Very careful washing, no wet collar! and nice head massage. Bella blow dried my hair beautifully and managed to deal with the frizz.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Carolyn,

Thank you so much for your review, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience at the salon having your hair cut by Bella, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Excellent

Sue Wilkinson
27th Mar 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Excellent haircut, listened to me and made appropriate suggestions which resulted in me leaving very happy after my cut

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Sue,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so glad to hear you are very happy with your hair cut by jack ,we look forward to seeing you in the future.

- Team Dawsons x

One stop shop for all my beauty needs

Hazel Hathaway
26th Mar 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Listened to my request and gave me exactly what hoped for. Maisie waxed my eyebrows - again with great attention to detail. I will definitely be back for hair cut and eyebrows. Easy parking very nearby too!

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Hazel,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so glad to hear Maisy could do you eyebrows for you exactly how you you wanted them, we look forward to welcoming you back.

- Team Dawsons x

Full relaxation

Brenda Grice
20th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Arrived at salon to immediate welcome, back and neck massage then a facial left me feeling totally relaxed and de-stressed. During the treatment I was consulted of personal requirements and fully informed at all stages. Would definitely recommend it .
Thank you Maisie.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Brenda,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so pleased to hear you loved your mothers day package with Maisy, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Excellent

Fiona Paton
14th Mar 2024
Stylist: Harley
5.0
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First visit to this salon and Harley was so welcoming, warm, professional and knowledgeable. She took the time to really understand my hair what I wanted and good advice. Nothing was rushed the young man who washed my hair was lovely. Highly recommend

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Fiona,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your time at the salon and your haircut by Harley, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Totally worth every penny!

Julia Cousins
12th Mar 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Been going to Dawsons for over 2 years now and have always left feeling super happy with the service and of course my hair! Absolutely recommend.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Julia,

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you always love your time at the salon and your hair by Jack, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Perfection

Kathy Cuddy
12th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Relaxing and professional as always

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Kathy,

Thank you so much for your review, we are glad to hear you enjoyed your treatments by Maisy, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Thank you

Jane Hosier
12th Mar 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0
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Thank you Bella.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Jane,

Thank you for your review, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Eyebrow wax and tint

Jackie Nutt
9th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Always a very warm welcome and made at ease. Very pleasant atmosphere x

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Jackie Nutt
9th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Always a very warm welcome and made at ease. Very pleasant atmosphere x

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Jackie,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Nails

Anonymous
8th Mar 2024
5.0

Thankyou for the care on my nails today. Really happy and I will be back .

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Thank you for your review, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Thank You

Hilary Wilkins
8th Mar 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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Just a wonderful relaxed experience. With skilled scissor work, thanks Jack
Remember Poets Day :)

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Hilary,

Thank you so much for your review, we are glad you enjoyed your time at the salon and your cut by Jack, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Comfort

Hilary Green
8th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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I was greeted warmly and made comfortable. Any issues that arose eg my lack of suitable shoes to wear after my pedicure, were identified and dealt with quickly.
The mani/ pedi was managed efficiently and with friendliness.
Coffee and biscuits were on hand.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Hilary,

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed you experience at the salon and your treatments with Maisy, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Another fabulous visit

Lesley smith
7th Mar 2024
Stylist: Bella
5.0

Bella is outstanding and totally gets what you are asking for. Outstanding value and cut. Would absolutely recommend Bella.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Lesley,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are pleased to hear you loved your hair by Bella, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Maisie pro60

Sarah Frodsham
7th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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Relaxing and highly recommend. Thank you.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Sarah,

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so glad to hear you enjoyed your Dermalogica pro skin 60 with Maisy, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Lip wax

Pat Corps
6th Mar 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0

Very good

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Pat,

Thank you so much for your review, we hope to see you soon.

- Team Dawsons x

Hair colour

Michelle Christiansen
4th Mar 2024
Stylist: Jack
4.5
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Good afternoon, lovely hair colour, great cut, professional, relaxing service and appointment Thank you

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Michelle,

Thank you so much for your review, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience at the salon, we hope to see you soon.

Team Dawsons x

Nail treatment

Joey Thompson
2nd Mar 2024
Stylist: Sophie
5.0
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Very professional love my new nail color today

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Joey,

Thank you so much for your review, we are so pleased to hear you love your nails by Sophie, we hope to see you soon.

- Tesm Dawsons x

New hair

Lorraine Hartigan
29th Feb 2024
Stylist: Jack
5.0
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I've been coming to Jack now for over a year. Today I had a new hairstyle done, a lovely Bob and highlights. I absolutely love it. I trust Jack completely with my hair and always leave feeling a million dollars.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Lorraine,

Thank you so much for your review, we are so glad you're pleased with your lovely new hairstyle!
We look forward to seeing you for your future appointments.

Kind Regards,
Team Dawson's x

Eyebrow wax

Bex Priestley
28th Feb 2024
Stylist: Maisy
5.0
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It’s always a delight to see Maisy.
My eyebrows always look great and we have a good catch up

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hello Bex,

Thankyou so much for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you love coming to visit Maisy for your eyebrows, we hope to see you soon!

- Team Dawsons x

Best facial ever

Paige Fisher
23rd Feb 2024
Stylist: Sophie
5.0
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I came in today for a nano infusion facial with Sophie and wow what a lovely experience. This new facial is incredible and has left my face feeling brand new! Sophie you are a magician! Cannot recommend enough.

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Response from Dawsons Hair & Beauty Lounge

Hi Paige,

Thank you so much for your lovely review, we are so glad you left happy and refreshed after trying out our new treatment!

Kind regards,
Team Dawson's x