Sands Hairdressing

7, Waterloo Gardens, Penylan, Cardiff / Caerdydd, South Glamorgan, CF23 5AA

About us

Sands Hairdressing, located in the tranquil setting of Pen-y-lan Cardiff, provides a relaxed and welcoming environment. Using the finest Aveda products the stylist offer exceptional cutting and colouring techniques. Inspired by the Ayurvedic Philosophy guests enjoy complimentary consultations, stress relieving massages and make up touch ups.

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Opening hours

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

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Blow dry

Helen Jones
24th Sep 2026
5.0
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Had a fabulous blow dry with Ceri.
All staff so friendly, lovely cup of tea and head massage. 5* . Booked again for next week

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Mili Suarez/al/nashy
24th Sep 2026
5.0
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Beautiful haircut as usual, attentive service.

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Hair cut and styled

KATHY Fox
24th Sep 2026
5.0
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As usual- a great experience

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First time having my hair done at this salon

Caroline Carre
23rd Sep 2026
5.0
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I’m very pleased with the service I received today at Sands hairdressers, Sarah done my hair for me and I’m very pleased with how it looks and she was lovely , also I’d like to mention Josh he was a great host and extremely polite and helpful ! Many thanks see you all again soon ☺️

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Hair colour, cut and finish

Raiea Yousif
22nd Sep 2026
5.0
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Excellent service as always at Sands
Ceri is great and very professional.
Jess is wonderful and very nice.
All staff at Sands are very nice and very welcoming
Thank you so much

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Wonderful help great stylist

Meryl Moremon
22nd Sep 2026
5.0
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Sandra was amazing great cut and style
She listened to my concerns about my hair was really helpful and reassuring
I left feeling 100% better and with great looking hair Thank you so much xx

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Alex is fabulous

Kerryann Ford
19th Sep 2026
5.0
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My 3rd time having my hair done by Alex & I love it
Great atmosphere at the salon all the staff are friendly & welcoming
Love coming to the salon

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Super staff

Pauline Ferns
15th Sep 2026
5.0
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Love this salon - lovely staff and always made comfortable.

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Anonymous
10th Sep 2026
5.0
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This was my second visit to Sands Salon, and once again Sarah styled my hair beautifully — I’m always so pleased with the result!
What really stood out to me this time was seeing the exceptional care the whole team showed towards a wheelchair user in the salon. The blonde-haired lady on reception was particularly thoughtful. When taking her payment, she sat down so they were at the same eye level — such a simple but respectful touch, avoiding the need to lean over her. She also helped with the door when leaving.
It was genuinely lovely to see such thoughtful, inclusive service. The team really went the extra mile, showing that accessibility, dignity and kindness matter.

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Cut and blow dry

Tracey Pallant
9th Sep 2026
4.5
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I felt really comfortable with Sarah - I’d never met her before- I’m not a regular visitor to the hairdressers and she took great care, it was a lovely experience

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Highlights & Blow Dry

Anonymous
8th Sep 2026
5.0

Very happy with Jasmine she was very efficient.

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Gents Cut with Stuart

Brian Mac Entee
4th Sep 2026
5.0
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Really great haircut again, could not be happier.

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Gents Cut today

Joshua
4th Sep 2026
5.0
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Had my last hair done on 20th August by the lovely Ian and had another one done today, have to say Ian took into account what i wanted and did exactly what I had planned, 5 stars all around and staff are very lovely will be returning

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Colour

Anonymous
3rd Sep 2026
5.0

Love coming to sands Sarah is amazing and very professional 5 stars

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Granddaughter Haircut.

Lynne Davies
3rd Sep 2026
5.0
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Once again a big thank you for excellent service and ( her first with you) haircut for my slightly distracted Granddaughter! This is becoming a family affair with all three members being clients .

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Best hair cut ever

Brian Fettah
2nd Sep 2026
5.0
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I had my hair cut by Ian today , and i must say it was one of the best haircut ive had Ian took his time and paid incredible attention to detail , the salon had a lovely vibe and all the staff were super friendly i’m definitely going back again

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Perfect

KATRINA Munro
1st Sep 2026
5.0
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The whole team work so well at Sands, making every visit a pleasure. My highlights were done by Ceri ably assisted by Jazz and the result was perfect; really well judged and blended in.

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Friendly salon staff

Helen Staffer
29th Aug 2026
5.0
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I’ve been visiting Sands for over a decade and have found staff to be caring, friendly and helpful. Beni has always helped me to find the shade and styles that suit me. I trust her knowledge and expertise 100%. I look forward to my appointments as a time to relax and enjoy being spoilt for a few hours whilst my hair is transformed.

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Amazing gents cut

Josh
29th Aug 2026
5.0
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Had a wonderful gents cut by the lovely Ian, amazing cut would highly recommend

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Another lovely cut from Alex.

Sue Rees
28th Aug 2026
5.0
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As usual, another skilled and precise cut from Alex, but it’s more than that. From the point of opening the door, you have such a warm and friendly welcome from both Alex and the lovely Josh on the desk. Such a lovely salon, all the staff are really pleasant and you feel welcome and valued. Thank you all for making my visits such a pleasure.

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Fabulous visit

Carole
28th Aug 2026
5.0
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Had a wonderful experience today at sands. The graduate stylist called liv was wonderful and professional at all times Was offered refreshments and also hand and arm massage which was delightful As I was leaving was asked if I like to rebook which was excellent for me as I booked up to Christmas can’t wait to come back And enjoy the hole experience again 👍

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Always a Pleasure!

Shelby Salerno
27th Aug 2026
5.0
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I'm quite a nervous person, but as soon as I walk into Sands Hairdressing I feel welcome by all staff and am pleasantly greeted with smiles and a complementary drink that just adds a little touch of love.

Kayse in particular is always warm and genuine and she helps me sort out my thin hair even after I have tried to cut my fringe myself (whoops!).

Even though it is a hint of a financial splurge for me to get a hair cut here, the fact that I can come in for free fringe adjustments whenever I feel I need one makes the splurge extra worth it.

Thanks Team!

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Lucy
27th Aug 2026
5.0
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From the hair washing ( gentle & comfortable) to the cut itself, it was a relaxing experience and I am happy with the results.

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Hair colour and blow dry

Raiea Yousif
20th Aug 2026
5.0
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Always great to be at sands hair dresser
Ceri is very professional and all the staff are lovely and very welcoming

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Awesome salon

Gill Bailey
15th Aug 2026
5.0
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Extremely friendly and professional salon. Benni is amazing

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Fantastic salon, fantastic team!

Anna T
15th Aug 2026
5.0
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Sands is fantastic! From the moment you walk through the door, you’re welcomed into such a calm, friendly and relaxing atmosphere. All the staff are lovely and so welcoming.

I’ve been going to Sands for over 13 years, and Beni has been cutting and colouring my hair for many of those years. She is brilliant and I always leave feeling fantastic.

I also love the Aveda products and the ethos behind the salon. It really is the perfect place to switch off, relax and enjoy a couple of hours of being looked after.

I honestly can’t recommend Sands highly enough!

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Lynne Davies
12th Aug 2026
5.0
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A strange review as I have yet to visit salon ! Each time I book an appointment for my son they are friendly, efficient and professional. My son is always very happy with the cut and service .

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Anonymous
10th Aug 2026
5.0

Ceri is a very professional and skilled hairdresser.
Always a great experience

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Lovely cut

Lyn Davies
6th Aug 2026
5.0
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Lovely salon visit again today. Highly recommend Sands.

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Perfect

KATRINA Munro
5th Aug 2026
5.0
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Brilliant helpful staff and a wonderful cut from Ceri. Thank you all!

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Great experience

Alison Prichard
31st Jul 2026
5.0
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Really lovely salon. Great coffee, love my new hair cut! Thank you 😊

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Super experiencè

Anonymous
29th Jul 2026
5.0

Excellent and always a pleasure to be in the salon

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Roots colour and finish

Vera Richards
28th Jul 2026
5.0
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Once again another wonderful roots colour and curl finish by Stuart. I have very thick hair but nothing phases Stuart - always patient, chatty, skilful and nothing is too much trouble.

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Excellent haircut

Jacqueline Leighton
23rd Jul 2026
5.0
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I received a warm welcome from Sands Staff. My hair wash was very thorough using Aveda products. Best of all Ceri cutting my hair. A lovely lady. She cut my hair exactly how I wanted it. I came away from the Salon with a five star haircut. Rejuvenated!

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Wonderful Salon

SARAH BENCE
23rd Jul 2026
5.0
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Absolutely wonderful salon — gorgeous colour, top‑quality cuts, and a beautiful location. A real treat for me to relax and unwind.

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First Visit

Anonymous
22nd Jul 2026
5.0

Jasmine was excellent & my hair looks great! First time in a salon for about 20 years & all staff were very attentive & welcoming. I will definitely return.

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Cool Colour on a Hot Afternoon

GERALDINE Evans
21st Jul 2026
5.0
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Serene setting relaxing and friendly ..Beni K and her team are The Tops...

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Lovely Salon

Jayne Sharp
18th Jul 2026
5.0
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Brilliant Salon, friendly staff and nothing is too much trouble.
Carole listened to the problems I've been having with my hair and gave a great cut and finish.

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Lovely wash and blow dry

ALISON JONES
17th Jul 2026
5.0
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Had my hair done by Jasmine who
did a fab job - really pleased

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Spoilt again by beautiful Beni!

Sue Jones
15th Jul 2026
5.0
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Yet again a top class service, a relaxing visit, finishing with a super haircut.

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Highlights done today

May Bunni
14th Jul 2026
5.0
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Excellent service. Beni was great in doing the right things that pleases me with great outcome. I was as always very satisfied.

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Regular cut & finish

Christine Badham
14th Jul 2026
5.0
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As always a lovely welcome. 😊 and coffee 👍
Alex has “tamed” my hair and I’m more than pleased 👍
Thanks to all of you. X

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Great cut colour and culture

ANNA DAVITT
11th Jul 2026
5.0
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Great cut and colour from Alex and always a lovely welcome, lovely head and hand massages too and wonderful Aveda products!

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Beni

ROBERT GERAGHTY
11th Jul 2026
5.0
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Really nice. Lovely haircut.

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Hair cut and colour

Carys Hughes
10th Jul 2026
5.0

Brilliant service with Kaye thank you :)

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Lovely relaxing time

Patricia Patterson
10th Jul 2026
5.0
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Coffee and a cold drink on arrival followed by the best hair wash/head massage by Ian. Then on to Alex for a great haircut/blowdry, the haircut is exactly what I wanted. Lovely way to spend a bit of time on a very hot day.

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Helen Graffham
9th Jul 2026
5.0

Very nice

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Excellent salon

Pauline Ferns
8th Jul 2026
5.0
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A lovely welcoming Salon.
Beni and all staff absolutely amazing.

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1st visit to Sands

Carol Cooke
8th Jul 2026
5.0

Very good. I was listened to by Jasmine,[always important when visiting the hairdressers!] Have booked another appointment.

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1st visit to Sands

CAROL COOKE
8th Jul 2026
5.0

Very good. I was listened to by Jasmine,[always important when visiting the hairdressers!] Have booked another appointment.

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