We’re hiring! Senior Stylist required

Are you ready to join the team at Baldock’s leading Hair Salon?  If you’re the Senior Stylist we’re looking for, you’ll be passionate, enthusiastic, self-motivated, a team player and a real people person.  Working as part of our family-run chain of salons you’ll be exposed to top-notch training, and a warm, happy environment.  Part-time or full-time.  To apply please email your CV to rebecca@wellbeingsalons.com.

Therapy rooms to rent

We have freshly decorated therapy rooms to rent in both our Baldock and Northampton hair salons.  They are suitable for most types of therapy including beauty, massage, holistic, chiropractic, podiatry, threading and more.

The salons are family-run and located right in the centre of town so it’s perfect if you have (or are wanting) a central client base.  Our environment is very friendly and happy so you’ll need a smile!

Payment can be either by an agreed flat rent each month, or by a percentage of your income.  Full-time or part-time.

Come see the room!  We’d love to meet you.  To organise a viewing please email rebecca@wellbeingsalons.com.

Awards season begins with side-swept beauties!

The awards season has begun with the People’s Choice Awards, Critic’s Choice Awards and the Golden Globes during the weekend. We’re in for some major hair, make-up and fashion eye-candy over the next few months!

The snaps from the People’s Choice and Critic’s Choice awards have been circulating, and the big hair trend for these two events was without a doubt side-swept styles. Whether blonde or brunette, deep side partings were paired with luscious waves and low chignons to create simple but stunning elegance.

Here are some of our favourite styles to inspire you this week…

The faux bob There’s no need to chop your tresses to achieve a striking bob. Kerry Washington and Naomi Watts pinned their long locks into a faux bob for a sassy, playful look. Gentle waves add softness to the style and the deep side parting not only gives the bob a sexy edge but also provides a little extra hair to help conceal the rolled away length.

The low chignon Slightly tousled or smooth and sleek, a low chignon is a go-to hairstyle for simple elegance. Jennifer Lawrence’s side bun with a few curls loose curls is right on the money for casual sophistication and Marion Cotillard oozes elegance with her flawless chignon and perfectly angled side parting.

The loose and lush lob (long bob) Who says a bob is limited! Emily Blunt channelled old Hollywood charm with smooth, subtle 1920’s finger waves that created a modest glamour. Julianne Hough on the other hand embraced wavy volume for a fresh and vivacious style with a 70’s flare.

Which look will you try this week?!

*All images courtesy of Zimbio.com.

A new look for a new year!

Happy 2013 to you all! We hope your first week of the new year has been a great start to brilliant things to come!

With a new year come new goals, new dreams and an opportunity for a fresh start. A new hairstyle – be it cut or colour – is a great place to start don’t you think?! Last year we wrote an article on how a new hairstyle really can change your outlook. Have a read and start pondering the possibilities!

	When contemplating a new hairstyle the first thing to think about is your face shape and which features you wish to accentuate or soften. Read our article ‘Hairstyles to complement your face shape’ for some tips on the best cuts for you.
	Updating your hair colour is another great way to revamp your look without having to give your hair the chop. Take advantage of our January special and get a half-head of foils for HALF PRICE! Not sure what hues to choose? Our article ‘The best hair colours for your skin tone’ is just the thing you need to read! (a little rhyming in there just for fun!)
	Have you considered making a radical style change? It can be super liberating, albeit a tad daunting. Get inspired by these extreme chops and changes.

Happy New Year! Party styles and salon specials

Oh what a year 2012 has been! Many highs and many lows – but what would the mountains be without the valleys right?! Bring on 2013 we say!

As we head into New Year’s celebrations, we have a few more style suggestions to share with you! If you need some assistance creating a stunner look for your various soirees, we are but a phone call away! Be quick - we’re filling up fast with New Year party blowdries!

Also, make sure you take advantage of our January special: Half-head of foils for HALF PRICE! Now that’s a great way to start the year!

New Heights Scarlett Johansson’s voluminous wavy ‘do is a perfect style for a cocktail evening or dinner party – sophisticated and sassy in one!	Rollin' Waves No matter the occasion, you just can’t go wrong with soft, natural-looking curls. Kirsten Dunst’s deep side-parting and subtly defined ringlets are all class!
Laced in place Side swept or centre-parted like Nicole Ritchie, a sleek French plait is great for day soirees. If you have the length, English braid your remaining tresses or twist them into a bun. For shorter hair, tuck any loose ends under or into your braid.	Quifftastic Whether your hair is short or long, a quiff is a winning party style. Paired with a French roll (like Carey Mulligan), simple chignon, or half up/half down style - a quiff can add a bit of edge to your elegance.

Check out last week's article for more Festive-season styles to take the stress out of your New Year's celebrations.

HAPPY NEW YEAR ALL!

*All images courtesy of Zimbio.com. Nicole Ritchie image courtesy of StyleBistro.com 

Merry Christmas! Festive-season styles to take the stress out of the celebrations.

Only 1 day until Christmas! Woohoo!

The party season is in full swing, and with the inevitable influx of festive celebrations we thought you might need some hair inspiration and support.

Take the stress out of dolling yourself up by booking an appointment with us! We are open between Christmas and New Years, so take advantage and have your special occasion blowout or up-do created by the Wellbeing Salons team. Check out our opening hours, book your spot, and choose your style....

Halo Braid Halo braids are divine, but Dianna Agron’s fish-tail plait really is the cherry on the top. With a slightly dishevelled texture, this style is an effortless crown of laced beauty. For more braided inspiration see our ‘Braid beauty’ article.	Hair Tinsel Adding a piece of hair glitz is a great way to Ritz-up a basic style. A dainty jewelled accessory, like Jenna Dewan’s tiara provides the dazzle you need to go from pretty to pretty stunning! Find some great accessory options in our article ‘Bedazzle your hair’.
Elegant Waves Reach glamour perfection with vintage waves like Jessica Chastain’s red carpet number. Lustrous and side-swept this style is super chic! Learn how to create similar curls using your hair straightener here.	Top Notch The humble bun becomes immaculate elegance with a few quick tricks. Like Rosie Hungtinton-Whiteley’s perfect topknot, it’s all about achieving a sleek, high and perfectly formed bun. Here’s the how-to to recreate this look.

*All images courtesy of Zimbio.com

 HAVE A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Christmas & New Year Hours

Holiday Hours for Richardsons Hair in Northampton:
(Bookings line 01604 631984)

Monday 24 Dec (Xmas Eve)		9am to 1pm
Tuesday 25 Dec (Xmas Day)		Closed
Wednesday 26 Dec (Boxing Day)		Closed
Thursday 27 Dec		Closed
Friday 28 Dec		10am to 6pm
Saturday 29 Dec		8am to 4pm
Sunday 30 Dec		Closed
Monday 31 Dec (New Years Eve)		9am to 1pm
Tuesday 1 Jan (New Years Day)		Closed
Wednesday 2 January onwards		Normal hours

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Holiday Hours for Ice Hairdressing in Baldock:
(Bookings line 01462 616168)

Monday 24 Dec (Xmas Eve)		Closed
Tuesday 25 Dec (Xmas Day)		Closed
Wednesday 26 Dec (Boxing Day)		Closed
Thursday 27 Dec		Closed
Friday 28 Dec		10am to 6pm
Saturday 29 Dec		9am to 5pm
Sunday 30 Dec		Closed
Monday 31 Dec (New Years Eve)		Closed
Tuesday 1 Jan (New Years Day)		Closed
Wednesday 2 January		Closed
Thurday 3 January onwards		Normal hours

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Holiday Hours for Allure Hair & Beauty in Dunstable:
(Bookings line 01582 662355)

Monday 24 Dec (Xmas Eve)		Closed
Tuesday 25 Dec (Xmas Day)		Closed
Wednesday 26 Dec (Boxing Day)		Closed
Thursday 27 Dec		9am to 5pm
Friday 28 Dec		9am to 5pm
Saturday 29 Dec		9am to 5pm
Sunday 30 Dec		Closed
Monday 31 Dec (New Years Eve)		Closed
Tuesday 1 Jan (New Years Day)		Closed
Wednesday 2 January onwards		Normal hours