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✨ Lucy is back from 7th October ✨

We know so many of you have been waiting for this one 💛

Lucy will be returning to the salon from 7th October, and her diary is now open for bookings.

As one of our Senior Therapists and our Head of Beauty, Lucy has always had such a loyal client base, so if you’ve been waiting to get back in with her, we’d recommend booking ahead.

Whether it’s your regular appointment or you’ve been waiting for her return, you can now secure your October slot.

✨ Book online
✨ Or WhatsApp the salon and we’ll help you find the right appointment

We can’t wait to have her back 💛

Meet Jessica ✨

Jessica joins us this Saturday and we’re so excited to welcome her to the team.

She is Level 2 & 3 qualified and loves creating beautiful colour, especially highlights and blonding.

To help you get to know Jessica and build her column, we’ve created a small selection of Emerging Stylist Colour Packages with everything included, so you know exactly what you’re booking.

✨ T-Section Blonde Package
✨ Half Head Blonde Package
✨ Root Tint Package

Each package includes the colour service, toner where required, Plex and a blowdry for a complete finished result.

Jessica already has a couple of clients booked this Saturday, but we’d love to get her column growing from the start.

📲 Book online or WhatsApp the salon and we’ll help you choose the right package for you.

Blonde should feel tailored to you ✨

Whether you want to feel brighter, softer, more dimensional or simply fresher, our team will guide you towards the right blonding service for your hair, your maintenance level and the result you want to achieve.

From subtle, lived-in blondes to cleaner, brighter finishes, we focus on creating colour that looks beautiful now and grows out well too.

If you’re ready for a blonde refresh, book online or message the salon and we’ll help you choose the right appointment. 💛

📍 Harlow
📲 Online booking + WhatsApp available

Blonde might just be Abi’s thing… ✨

From softer, dimensional blondes to brighter, cleaner finishes, Abi has been creating some really beautiful results in the salon.

She’s growing in confidence all the time, and loves working with blonde hair to create colour that feels fresh, flattering and wearable.

If you’re thinking about refreshing your blonde or want a stylist who will really listen to the look you’re aiming for, Abi would love to look after you. 🤍

Book with Abi via Vagaro or speak to reception.

Smooth skin, without the daily faff. ✨

If shaving feels like one more job you could happily live without, waxing can make your routine feel a lot easier.

Regular waxing can help keep skin feeling smoother for longer, and over time many clients find the regrowth feels softer and more manageable.

Whether you’re keeping on top of your usual routine, getting ready for a holiday, or simply want that freshly done feeling, we’ll make sure your treatment feels comfortable, professional and completely tailored to you.

If you’re not sure which waxing service is right for you, just ask — we’re always happy to guide you. 🤍

Book online via Vagaro or speak to reception.

Your skin isn’t the only thing feeling the effects of all this sunshine… ☀️

After a long spell of hot weather, your hair can start to feel drier, duller and harder to manage — especially if it’s coloured, lightened or already a little porous.

Sun exposure, heat styling, chlorine and holidays can all take their toll, which is why summer haircare needs a little more thought.

A few simple things can make a big difference:

* use a nourishing shampoo and conditioner suited to your hair
* add a weekly treatment or mask
* reduce unnecessary heat styling where you can
* wear a hat in strong sun
* rinse hair after swimming
* use professional products recommended for your hair type

And if your colour suddenly feels flatter or your ends feel drier than usual, it may simply be your hair asking for a little extra care.

Not sure what your hair needs right now? Ask us at your next appointment and we’ll recommend the right routine for you. ✨

✨🤍If blonde hair is your happy place… you might want to meet Abi. 🤍✨

Abi has a real love for creating beautiful blonde hair — whether you’re looking for a fresh, brighter blonde, a softer dimensional look or simply want to feel really good about your hair again.

And now she’s beginning to bring another passion into her work too…

✨ Hair extensions.

She’s currently building her confidence with tape extensions, so if you’ve been thinking about adding a little extra length, fullness or that “why does her hair always look so good?” feeling, Abi is one to watch. 🤍

She’s bubbly, chatty and loves getting to know the person sitting in her chair — because great hair is only part of what makes a salon visit feel good.

If you’re a blonde lover who’s been thinking about trying something new with your hair, Abi would love to meet you. ✨

📩 Send us a message or book your appointment through the Vagaro app.

✂️ Hair Myth or Hair Truth?

One of the biggest myths we hear in the salon is:

“If I keep cutting my hair, it’ll grow faster.”

Unfortunately, your hair doesn’t know it’s been cut! 😊

Hair grows from the scalp, so trimming it won’t make it grow any quicker.

What it does do is remove damaged ends before they split further up the hair. That means your hair stays healthier, looks fuller and is much more likely to reach the length you’re aiming for.

If you’re trying to grow your hair, the secret isn’t avoiding the scissors…

It’s looking after the hair you already have.

✨ Beautiful hair doesn’t happen by chance.
It happens with the right care, the right advice and the right plan.

💬 Have you ever believed this myth?

Be one of the first to experience our new Emerging Stylist Tint Experience. ✨

We’re delighted to introduce appointments with Monika, who is developing her skills under the guidance of our experienced team.

If you’re looking for beautiful, glossy colour with plenty of time dedicated to your appointment, this experience includes:

🤍 Root Tint
🤍 Precision Cut
🤍 Luxury Blow Dry

£80

Every appointment allows extra time to ensure you receive the care and attention you deserve while supporting the next generation of talented stylists at Avant Garde.

Availability is limited each week.

Send us a message or call the salon to book.

✨ A New Chapter Begins

Every business goes through seasons of change… and ours is no different.

This week marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter at Avant Garde.

We’d like to thank Sarah and Hollie for the contribution they’ve made during their time with us, and we wish them both every success in the future. 💛

At the same time, we’re delighted to welcome Abi and Monika to the Avant Garde family, with Hayley joining us next week.

Each of them brings different strengths, experience and enthusiasm, and we’re looking forward to supporting them as they begin their journey with us.

As always, our commitment remains the same:

✨ Exceptional client experiences.
✨ Continued investment in education.
✨ A warm, welcoming salon where our clients and team can thrive.

We’re excited for everything that’s ahead and can’t wait to introduce you properly over the coming weeks.

Here’s to the next chapter… 💛