It's Science

22 Walter Road, Swansea / Abertawe, West Glamorgan, SA1 5NN

About us

Gemma has hand picked world-class talent and designed the salon around you.

With a 10ft colour bar, 8ft bubbles and blow-dry bar, there is an area to suit every cutting occasion.

Unique to it's science, we have our very own laptop station, iPhone station and even a beverage menu.

From our 100% Vegan colouring, to biodegradable towels, it's science is helping to carve a way to a greener, more sustained future.

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00
Thursday 12:00 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:00 - 15:00
Sunday Closed

Services

Hair

Reviews

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Dream Hair Starts Here

Rhiannon Davies
22nd Mar 2026
5.0
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Emma absolutely nailed my vision! The most voluminous, bouncy blow-dry I’ve ever had—my hair felt incredible and gave me such a confidence boost. Loved the whole experience. Highly recommend!

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Miss

Kelis Brooke Wilshere
21st Mar 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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3rd time to salon and I will always return, all the girls are so welcoming such a nice environment, Millie is the best hair dresser I’ve had! Always does exactly what I want and looks perfect everytime!

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Louise thank you

Anonymous
11th Mar 2026
5.0

Louise did exceptionally well with my hair maintenance / refresh. Really good conversations as well, listened to my hair needs so attentively thank you.

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What a team of skilled ladies!

Sarah
28th Feb 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Gemma and team always impress, their technical ability, their friendliness and the shop itself is so welcoming. Everytime I walk out of this shop I get compliments from complete strangers, thank you again.

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Amazing salon experience!

Dana Jean
26th Feb 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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My cut and colour experience was top notch. Nothing felt rushed, they really listened to what I wanted and went through options. So friendly, relaxed and pampering! Highly recommend this salon.

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So pleased!!

Lisa
22nd Feb 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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It was my first visit to the salon and I was very nervous about having my hair cut! Gemma listened to my concerns and gave good advice . I am very pleased with the cut and so glad I listened to Gemma's advice !!

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Amazing

Emily Alcorn
21st Feb 2026
5.0
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I was with Louise today for a Cut and Blowdry and the experience was unlike any other I have had with my hair.
From start to finish I was made to feel totally welcome and comfortable. Louise took the time to figure out what I wanted and needed for my haircut and found a solution that made me feel much happier in myself by the end.
The whole space had a soft and welcoming feeling with no judgement or feeling like you were just another number through the door.
This felt like a very human and holistic approach to your hair as part of you and not some separate entity.

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Great setting, staff very welcoming

HT
18th Feb 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Lovely welcome Gemma listened to my ideas then discussed what would and wouldn’t work. Best cut I’ve had in ages!

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Lovely experience!

Katherine
18th Feb 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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I had a colour with Millie and cut with Gemma and had a vague idea of what I wanted but they guided me really well and took everything into account to give me exactly what i needed 😊. Also a lovely salon - welcoming, friendly, with lots of tea and coffee. Highly recommend.

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Ekin Gunay
14th Feb 2026
4.5
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I had a butterfly haircut today. Absolutely love it! It was exactly how I imagined it in my mind. Very happy

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lovely experience!!

Sadie Rogers
12th Feb 2026
5.0
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i had my hair cut and coloured today, and i'm so happy about the whole experience. i feel so confident, the team absolutely nailed it!! thank you so much!!

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Brilliant

Aled Owen
3rd Feb 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Brilliant very happy with outcome. Also gotta add that first time it felt like my hair was carefully looked after than all past experiences elsewhere

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Highly recommended!

Kasia Golembowska
29th Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Absolutely loved my experience here! ✨

I booked my first haircut with Gemma after reading great reviews—especially from fellow curly-haired people—and I’m so glad I did. From the moment I walked in, I felt completely at ease. The salon itself is beautiful, but what really makes it special is the atmosphere and the people. Everyone is so warm, friendly, and genuinely welcoming.

Gemma is down-to-earth, incredibly knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about what she does. She made the whole experience feel calm and relaxed, and I felt truly listened to. This isn’t your typical hair salon—it’s a space where everyone feels welcome, cared for, and leaves with amazing hair and a boost of positive energy.

Couldn’t recommend Gemma and her salon more. I’ll definitely be back! 💫

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Response from It's Science

Awwwww thank you thank you thank you you’ve given me happy tears! I adore what I do and truly believe in making everyone feel like someone! Gemma xxxxxx

Excellent

Heather Nicholson
29th Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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I am absolutely thrilled. Gemma did exactly what I asked for. Such a warm, welcoming atmosphere and great fun. I've been put off hairdressers in the past but I've found perfection and I will definitely be coming back💚💚💚

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Very happy :)

Lucy Hale
26th Jan 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Atmosphere from the start was amazing, I arrived a bit early and they immediately offered me a drink while I waited. Everyone was really lovely and chatty and all really seemed to know what to do with my hair (which is quite thick and curly). The lady washing my hair (not sure what her name was, short with long blonde curls) was offering all sorts of advice on how to maintain my hair at home and Millie treated my hair perfectly while cutting it and answered the questions I had about possibly adding colour to it in future and seemed like she knew what she was talking about. Very happy with the layers I had cut and definitely coming back in future, was nervous at first but everyone is so nice 10/10

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Amazing

Abi S
24th Jan 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Friendly, professional, always honest and willing to give advice. Everyone at it's science is welcoming and kind and knowledgeable. Always feel amazing when Millie's cut my hair, and I love that I don't have to see myself in the mirror! Won't go anywhere else xxxxxx

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Fabulous

Vanda Fannon-Bird
23rd Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Fabulous, friendly, inclusive salon. Brilliant hair cut, very happy customer!

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Great environment

Jadealyn Jancosko-King
17th Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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I had Gemma and Millie today and they were so lovely. They really worked with me to make sure I loved my hair and even though it was my first time at the salon, I felt so comfortable. I would definitely go back for another service. I had it cut, colored, and styled and it looks amazing

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Fab Experience

Michele Jones
15th Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Love visiting here. Gemma truly understands short hair and has made me love my hair again. Everyone is so polite, nothing is too much trouble and the hairwash is amazing so relaxing.

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Great salon!

Maisie Robinson-Hayes
11th Jan 2026
Team Member: millie
5.0
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First time getting my hair cut and styled in a couple years and I couldn’t be happier :)

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Curly cut

7th Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Lovely experience from start to finish and happy with my result, thank you!

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2.00pm 3/1/26

Katie Darling
3rd Jan 2026
Team Member: shanelle
5.0
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Everyone was really welcoming and so kind about the emergency appointment time change. I really enjoyed chatting everyone and Shanelle did a wonderful job on my hair. Thank you :)

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Brilliant as always!

Nicole James
2nd Jan 2026
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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I never fail to have an amazing experience - they all work as a great team - from offering a delicious big coffee on arrival, to a super relaxing head wash n massage, to a social cut/colour/style around the huge kitchen style table (no mirrors - just chat). They all go out of their way to ensure they do what YOU want, and offer great ideas. I have very short hair and Gemma is a master at pixie cuts! And Emma is a colour guru - a real genius with the science and chemistry of colour. I even treated my sister, visiting from USA, to a cut/colour/style of her long hair - months later she still says it was the best experience ever - on leaving she said she felt like she’d been to a spa!

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Great!

Ali
20th Dec 2025
Team Member: shanelle
5.0
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Amazing cut, looks exactly as I wanted it. The staff are all lovely and the salon is lush. Thanks!

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Charlotte James
20th Dec 2025
Team Member: shanelle
5.0
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I love my hair colour! Shanelle always does an amazing job with my hair. The salon is really lovely and relaxing to visit.

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Perfect as always

Beth
13th Dec 2025
5.0

Love getting my hair cut here, staff are amazing and always look after you. X

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So relaxing

Connie White
12th Dec 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Love millie and all the advice she gives as well as her patience. Its always a lovely and friendly atmosphere where i can just relax

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Super warm welcome

Claire Marshall
6th Dec 2025
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Fabulous salon, super warm welcome from the team, and I love my new hair!

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Fab curly cut

Kate Ronconi
28th Nov 2025
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Awesome service as always, great cut & lovely atmosphere without fail.

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Colour refresh

Tracy
22nd Nov 2025
Team Member: millie
4.5
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Millie had the tricky task of matching my existing colour to cover root re/growth & she did a brilliant job!
Everyone who works at the salon is lovely, so there’s a really nice atmosphere with plenty of friendly chat with customers treated like old friends.
It’s great not to have a mirror in front of you (although you can opt for one if you wish).
I had the impression that all the stylists strive for the best results & genuinely want their customers to be happy with their choices.

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Amazing Colour

Ann Louise Fitton
21st Nov 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Gorgeous colour with Millie again x

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First time is a charm!

Regina Vitulli
7th Nov 2025
Team Member: Gemma
4.5
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Wonderful experiance and that's coming from a nervous curly haired person.

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Very nice

Ellie
29th Oct 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Nice relaxed airy atmosphere. Millie is very pleasant, friendly, chatty, and I liked how she asked me questions about the style I was wanting and making it work for me. Lady who shampoo/conditioned my hair (didn't catch her name:( ) was so gentle, it was like having a head massage

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Always a pleasure

Rhys Morris
23rd Oct 2025
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Gemma, as usual, looked after my daughter and gave a well overdue glow up she always enjoys

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Consistent Service

Seyi Akiwowo
23rd Oct 2025
5.0
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Thank you Emma!

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Outstanding

Mel Challinor
22nd Oct 2025
5.0
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One word…..Wow.
From the minute I entered the salon I was greeted & made feel so welcome.Gemma & all of her staff were so kind,helpful & skilled.Nothing was too much trouble.I was not rushed,everything was explained to me & I had the best hair wash & blow dry, i could not be happier.Not to mention the lovey tea aswell!Its the best I had felt in a long time & will certainly be returning soon.
Thank you Gemma & team for making my visit so enjoyable.🙂⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Cara Grove
15th Oct 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Millie is so lovely and made me feel so comfortable I havent stepped foot in a hairdressers in 5 years and will only now go here thankyou for your time and i absolutely live my hair

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AMAZING

Jordana
11th Oct 2025
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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I came to the salon today for the first ever time, I was incredibly nervous but the atmosphere was brilliant. Gemma was a star, she knew exactly what I wanted and did SUCH a beautiful job on my new haircut !

Everyone is so bubbly and welcoming and it was well worth the time and money.

Cannot wait to book back in for a colour after my patch test !

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Great experience!

Maya Mckelvey
4th Oct 2025
Team Member: shanelle
5.0
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I had a wonderful experience at its science today. I had a wash, cut and blow dry and Shanelle did an amazing job. I’m very happy with my hair and the bouncy blowout I received. I definitely reccomend.

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One happy client😁😍😁

Jo Haines
29th Sep 2025
5.0

Yet again always a lovely welcome by all the staff. A beautiful cut /blow dry by Millie. Extremely happy every visit. Advised me on technique to style, colour & suggestions on what suits me best 😍😍👌love love love🌠

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Bianca Rinaldi
28th Sep 2025
Team Member: shanelle
5.0
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I love coming here and absolutely love my hair !!! shanelle gets it perfect !! The girls are all so lovely!!

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You must go to It’s Science if you don’t already!

Rhiannon Davies
27th Sep 2025
5.0
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My stylist was Emma but I couldn’t find her name under the drop down.
I think Emma is extremely talented. There is no style I’ve asked for so far that she hasn’t achieved for me.
It’s Science for me is the place to go for quality. My hair doesn’t just look better when I leave, it feels better. The hair mask they offer is the best I’ve ever had. It’s pure magic!
It’s also wonderful not having to sit awkwardly in front of a mirror during the appointment. That’s a really unique and beneficial idea.
Thank you Emma for never rushing my hair. Even when you’re busy, you take your time.

I can’t recommend enough!

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Above and Beyond

Reyhana Skeggs
22nd Sep 2025
Team Member: Gemma
5.0
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Gemma was amazing from the moment I walked into the salon. So welcoming and accommodating… I desperately wanted a new look after a negative experience at a previous salon. Gemma addressed my concerns and doubts, reassuring me throughout the whole process. I went from hating my hair to falling back in love, with the added bonus that I could get my hair coloured at a later date. Thank you Gemma!!

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5 stars!!

Anonymous
13th Sep 2025
5.0

I had the best experience getting my hair done today. Everyone was so lovely and my hair is the best it’s ever looked. Thank you!!

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Change of hair

Liz Stratton
8th Sep 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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I went back today as felt I had made the wrong choice about my hair a few weeks ago. Millie was so helpful, listened to what I wanted and worked her magic on it. I am so pleased with the result it looks and feels amazing. I’d highly recommended Millie she’s professional and caring and a top class hairdresser. Just to add, the salon itself is wonderful it’s always such a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere. Without doubt the best hairdressers I’ve ever been to. Thank you!

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Best hair salon

Abi Staniforth
6th Sep 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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Best hair salon I've ever been to! Lovely atmosphere, beautiful salon, all the staff are great and professional and friendly. Millie always does a great job on my hair. They're also really sensitive to and helpful with checking products are suitable for my allergies.

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Thrilled with my new cut

Lisa Woakes
5th Sep 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0
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I LOVE what Millie achieved with my hair. The cut and new colours are amazing. Felt so confident walking out the salon. It was a very enjoyable experience.

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The BEST salon I have EVER been to

Rhiannon Davies
30th Aug 2025
5.0

After experiencing hair loss due to illness—and admittedly not treating my hair well in the past (bleaching and neglecting it)—I now pour extra care into looking after it. Because of that, I’ve visited countless salons but none have stood out to me as much as It’s Science.

Honestly, I can’t believe a place like this exists in Swansea—it feels like the kind of polished, high-level salon you’d expect to find in London. Everything about it is faultless. The online booking system is straightforward, the flexible opening hours make it easy to find the perfect slot, and every member of staff radiates passion, warmth, and incredible talent.

Gemma is a force of nature—zesty, stylish, and brimming with passion. You can’t help but be in awe of what she’s created here. More than anything, I’m just grateful for it. The treatments are outstanding—the hair mask in particular is the best I’ve ever tried. I don’t know what magic is in it, but it transforms my hair’s manageability every single time. Beyond that, it’s become a moment of calm for me; I’m naturally quite highly strung, but this treatment relaxes me like nothing else.

I usually see Emma, whose gentle yet strong personality immediately puts me at ease. She makes me feel safe, listened to, and completely confident in her hands. I absolutely love the way she does my hair—I trust her completely.

I can’t recommend It’s Science enough. What a gem of a find!

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Not what I was hoping for

Sian Taylor
29th Aug 2025
2.0
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To be honest, I’m disappointed. Now I’m home, the cut doesn’t sit well - it’s much shorter at the front than I wanted … and there’s nothing anyone can do until it grows out

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Wash and Cut

Anonymous
18th Aug 2025
Team Member: millie
5.0

Very pleased

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