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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Gel nails

Anonymous
19th Oct 2017
5.0
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Very happy with the result .

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Mags trip to hairdresser

Margret Bragg
18th Oct 2017
5.0
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I really enjoy my time at the hairdressers..Jenni does my hair and since she has done my hair it's is looking really good very satisfied and Jenni is a lovely person who puts you at ease and makes you feel get comfortable thank you Jenni.

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Cut and colour

Bev Pates
10th Oct 2017
5.0
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As always more than happy with my lovely colour and cut. Jen is a genius! She makes it look so easy. As if! Thanks again Jen x

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Root colour

Shefali Kadambande
5th Oct 2017
5.0
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Bridie at Sands is always very good. I am always accommodated at the last minute with flexible options. The little things matter about remembering my preferences of no spray,conditioning treatment and no straighteners. Staff are always friendly and welcoming . Makes one feel so much at ease.

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Hair colour and finish

Anna Goel
1st Oct 2017
5.0
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Excellent service as always. With many thanks.

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Excellent service ?

Alison Rees
29th Sep 2017
5.0

First class service as always, especially liked the conditioning treatment with the hot towels, very relaxing ?

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Experience of salon

Rebecca Marsh
29th Sep 2017
3.5
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Excellant hairdresser Stuart who listens to what you want .Very happy with my cut and colour.

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Wonderful hair salon

Roxanne davies
24th Sep 2017
5.0

Had my hair cut today by the lovely Chantelle, I absolutely love it! will definitely return for sure!

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Hair colour

Anonymous
23rd Sep 2017
5.0

Great place always feel happy when I leave

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Angela Gough
22nd Sep 2017
5.0
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My Daughter and I visited Sands today for full head of colour cut and finish - the results were amazing the colours so natural and quality looking - Our Stylists were exceptional in their care and understanding as to what we wanted to achieve - we were treated like princesses - I would highly recommend this Salon you will not be disappointed

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John

Anonymous
21st Sep 2017
5.0

John, as ever, coloured and styled my hair beautifully!

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Lovely cut & colour

Eve F
13th Sep 2017
4.0
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Bridie really 'gets' my hair - thick, with a big kink and lots of it. She knows how to cut and thin it, making it manageable for me to then maintain and dry myself. This time I had some chunky higlights to add some texture and im liking them - maybe I could go bolder, but I'll leave that for next time.
Would recommmend

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Only salon to go to in Cardiff!!

Anonymous
10th Sep 2017
5.0
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Lovely chilled out Salon really relaxing vibe. Friendly team. Been going to John few years now! Wouldn't go anywhere else. Love visiting on a Sunday nice end to a chilled weekend!! Early weekday mornings also handy if tight on time like me and most people these days!! Thanks guys xx

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Todays experience

Anonymous
8th Sep 2017
5.0

As always brilliant service, very clean saloon, very friendly staff and the coffee always good. It's always a pleasure to go. Great value

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Excellent service

Jayne Sharp
6th Sep 2017
5.0
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Carrie my stylist today did a brilliant job with both cut and colour. She consulted me throughout and was friendly yet professional. Little extras like coffee and complimentary hand and arm massage make the visit even better.

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Quite an experience

Jean Walcot
5th Sep 2017
5.0
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Thanks very much for the kind attention i have received from everyone when I am just going for a haircut, and shampoo. It is a place for a really relaxing occasion. Extras such as a head or hand massage all add to the comfort on the day.

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Fantastic!

Lynette
5th Sep 2017
5.0
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Happiness is.....having your hair done at Sands! ❤️

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A great place

SARAH Griffiths
5th Sep 2017
5.0
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Great staff, relaxing ambience, top products and lovely hair cuts! What more do you need from a hairdressers??

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Treat yourself!

Anonymous
3rd Sep 2017
5.0
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Visiting Sands is always a real tonic. You are always made to feel welcome, the staff are professional and friendly and you always leave feeling pampered and relaxed. I can't recommend Sands highly enough!

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Fabulous

Kathrine Corellis
3rd Sep 2017
5.0
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John was chatty and so lovely. my hair is very long and thick he didn't mind at all!!!

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Fabulous as always.

Alison Jenner
2nd Sep 2017
5.0
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Care and service outstanding. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Stacey is a particular star.

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Colour with Bridie

Michelle Froom
30th Aug 2017
5.0
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Always does an excellent job. Thank you

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Lovely salon

Cathy
30th Aug 2017
5.0
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I have just enjoyed my first visit to Sands. A thoroughly enjoyable experience, starting with a consultation with Chantelle who listened to what I wanted and understood the challenges of my wavy, frizzy hair. After a relaxing head massage and gentle hair wash my hair was styled beautifully and felt in great condition. Thank you!

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sands

Anonymous
29th Aug 2017
5.0

Always a good experience. I've been going for 2 plus years Phil is a really great stylist and you never have to wait!

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Great hair

Sian Williams
27th Aug 2017
5.0
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Beni is fab. Always cuts and colours my hair brilliantly. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. Two hours of relaxing decadence!

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Anonymous
25th Aug 2017
4.5

Lovely salon, great service, nothing felt like too much trouble

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Superb

Jan Caddy
24th Aug 2017
5.0
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As always a wonderful salon experience. There is a reason I have been a customer for so long I always come away loving my hair.

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Hair with Beni

Mary Young
23rd Aug 2017
5.0

Great as always

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Nicola Jones
22nd Aug 2017
5.0
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I had a full head of foils with Benni! She was amazing, i love her and my hair look lush! I've never been allowed so many cups of tea in a salon before ? Will definitely be coming back ?

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Girls cuts

Rebecca Newis
17th Aug 2017
4.0
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Beautiful haircuts for both girls - 6 and 10 years old. Much care for both cuts, stunning hsircuts, can value 'proper cuts'.

Downside 6year old waited 25 minutes before wash, but seemed plenty staff available. One finished as other started dedpite appointmebts same time.

also not offered coffee / drink ad usually and paid £68 for 2 children's cuts a coffee would seem standard for a higher end salon.

But both cuts AMAZING!

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Excellent haircut and service!

Lucy French
17th Aug 2017
5.0
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Thank you so much to Beni and the team for a lovely experience. Very relaxed and friendly team. Love the head and arm massages! Haircut was fab. My favourite hairdressers! Thanks again Beni!

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Always a treat!

Susan Lawford
17th Aug 2017
5.0
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I love going to Sands. Friendly staff, great coffee, wonderful head, hand and arm massage - feel really pampered. And of course, brilliant stylists.

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Sands

Trix Pryce
16th Aug 2017
5.0
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Always excellent service
There is a most pleasant ambience and all staff helpful no matter who is attending you
I love going there

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Another great experience - as usual!

Anonymous
16th Aug 2017
5.0
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I've been coming here for 10 years. Friendly helpful staff, and rather good coffee!

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Fab salon

Anonymous
15th Aug 2017
5.0
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Lovely experience. Jenny made me feel really relaxed and gave me some good advice on colour. It's always hard to find someone who can do the right blonde, so really pleased. Love my colour and hair feels nice a sleek.

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Bridal hair trial

Cathryn Davies
15th Aug 2017
5.0

I had a great morning having my bridal hair trial.
Carrie was fabulous and really helpful.

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Love it!

Bethan Ullah
14th Aug 2017
5.0
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Today, Carrie cut my hair short as I had finally decided to take the plunge. She was amazing - checking everything with me, listening to my input and making sure all was as I wanted. I always expect great results from Carrie, but today exceeded expectations- I'm delighted with my new look, plus had a thorough pampering while at the salon. Thanks and see you soon! Xxx

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Aisha Arif
13th Aug 2017
4.5
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Excellent service and products! Friendly staff.

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Tracy Skyrme
11th Aug 2017
5.0
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Cut and blow dry so much more than a usual salon experience. Head and neck massage, arm and hand massage. Totally relaxed. Haircut as I had asked and styled to meet my requirements. Can't praise their first class professional service enough. Well done all .

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Love it

Simon Jones
9th Aug 2017
5.0
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My 4 weekly treat, head massage and haircut at Sands. Thanks Stacey!

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happy with my hair cut , £51 is expensive fir a hair cut

Roza
9th Aug 2017
3.5

As they charge quite expensive at least it is nice to have student discounts

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Worth the trip

Kat Runnalls
6th Aug 2017
5.0
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Visited today all the way from Cornwall and I have to say I'd make the journey again. My hair has been cut beautifully. Stylist took time to give me options and talk through what would suit. Had a lovely had and neck massage and opted for a manicure whilst my hair was being done. Thank you ladies x

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MY fantastic color

Leanne White
5th Aug 2017
5.0
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Natalie is a great hairdresser and color technician she's got my hair to the color I wanted she had her work cut out as I messed it up myself THANKYOU Natalie great job

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Blow dry and make up

Anonymous
5th Aug 2017
4.0

Great salon, v friendly

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Brilliant cut & colour with Stuart

Anna Morelle-Grey
3rd Aug 2017
5.0
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I always get my hair cut by Stuart and I'm always happy. He just knows what I'll like. I decided to have a colour this time too. Usually I colour it myself at home, but I wanted a drastic change (bleached ash blonde with violet tones) so entrusted Stuart with it. I am SO happy!!! I have never had so many people compliment me on my hair before - friends, family, and even my clients and complete strangers! Stuart and all the team at Sands are fab and I'll never go anywhere else.

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My new hair

Leanne White
2nd Aug 2017
5.0

Absolutely great Jenny is an amazing hairdresser and done a fantastic job with my hair

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Great hairdresser

Liz Ferrand
2nd Aug 2017
5.0
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Warm friendly experience and an excellent cut and blow dry. Thank you so much Bridie!

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Cut and blow dry

Sue
31st Jul 2017
5.0
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Excellent cut and blowdry by Bridie.

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Wonderful treatment

Consuelo Appanna
28th Jul 2017
5.0
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I had a lovely experience today. Not only does my hair look great but I had my makeup done as well. Thank you I'm all set for a rare night out!

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Want excellence AND friendly? Try Sands.

Cheryl
26th Jul 2017
4.5

I love the combination of professionalism and friendliness the salon offers.
I'm always happy with the way Bridie cuts and colours my hair because we talk about what I want (as well as new ideas), before any work begins.
I'll be honest - I hate having to visit ANY salon because of the 101 things I could be doing during that time, but the environment and the staff make it as enjoyable an experience as possible.
Wouldn't consider going anywhere else!

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