Business Details
16 Years
experience
Award-Winning Hair & Beauty Salon in York
Niche Hair & Beauty is an award-winning salon located in the heart of York, dedicated to delivering exceptional hair and beauty services. Our team of highly skilled professionals combines technical expertise with a passion for client satisfaction, offering the latest treatments in a welcoming, relaxed environment. We prioritise personalised consultations to ensure every client receives tailored services that meet their unique needs. As one of only two L'Oral Colour Specialist salons in York, we demonstrate our commitment to excellence through continuous professional development and industry-recognised certifications. Our focus extends beyond technical skill to creating a warm, client-centric atmosphere, complete with complimentary refreshments, to ensure every visit is both enjoyable and rejuvenating. With over 34 years of combined experience among our senior team members, we blend decades of expertise with innovative techniques to maintain our position as a trusted leader in York's beauty industry.Our dedication to quality is reflected in our partnerships with premium product brands and our rigorous training programs for apprentices, ensuring consistently high standards across all services. Customer testimonials highlight our ability to make clients feel valued through attentive care, attention to detail, and a friendly approach that fosters lasting relationships. We maintain strict adherence to professional standards while creating an environment where clients can relax and enjoy their treatments. Our operational policies, including flexible booking options and clear cancellation terms, demonstrate our commitment to transparency and customer convenience.
Services
Hair Styling
Beauty Therapy
Colouring Services
Electrolysis
Wedding Hair
Hair Extensions
Skin Treatments
Brow Waxing
Manicures
Pedicures
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have a dedicated team with over 34 years combined experience
- We offer L'Oral Colour Specialist certified treatments
- Our salon provides complimentary refreshments and full consultations
- We specialise in wedding and bridal hair styling
- We maintain rigorous apprentice training programs
Associations and certifications
- L'Oral Colour Specialist
What people say
Excellent staff
Wonderful experience
Excellent service
Attention to detail
Kind hearts
Services
Hair Styling
Our expert stylists provide precision cuts, blow-dries, and styling services tailored to individual face shapes and lifestyles. Using premium products from brands like Redken and Olaplex, we ensure healthy, vibrant results while maintaining hair integrity. Clients benefit from our team's extensive experience, including advanced techniques in short-hair styling and colour correction.
Colouring Services
As L'Oral Colour Specialists, we offer bespoke colour treatments including balayage, ombre, and corrective colouring. Our certified colourists create custom shades using professional-grade products while maintaining hair health. The service includes detailed consultations to achieve desired results, with options for dimensional colour and tonal enhancements.
Beauty Therapy
Our beauty studio provides facial and body treatments using Dermalogica products, including HD Brows waxing and skin analysis. With over 25 years' experience in beauty therapy, our specialists offer electrolysis, manicures, and therapeutic treatments tailored to individual skin types and beauty goals.
Electrolysis
Specialist permanent hair removal services performed by experienced beauty professionals using Apilus platinum technology. This precision treatment targets unwanted hair on face and body, with tailored sessions ensuring client comfort and effective results through advanced electrolysis techniques.
Wedding Hair
Custom bridal hair services including trials, updos, and touch-ups for wedding days. Our stylists specialise in creating elegant, long-lasting styles that complement bridal attire and venue requirements. The service includes consultation to perfect the desired look, with experience in both traditional and contemporary bridal hairstyles.
People
Laura
Salon Owner & Level 4 Stylist
With NVQ Level 3 qualification and extensive management training, Laura founded Niche Hair & Beauty on principles of exceptional client care and technical excellence in hairdressing.
Victoria
Beauty Owner
Over 25 years' experience in beauty therapy, specialising in electrolysis and managing York's premier beauty studio with expertise in therapeutic treatments and client relaxation techniques.
Emma
Manager & Colour Specialist
Eight years with Niche, L'Oral Colour Specialist graduate from Central Saint Martins, specialising in advanced hair colour techniques and apprentice training programs.
Sue
Level 4 Stylist
Co-founder with 34 years' hairdressing experience, specialising in client relationship management and technical training for apprentices while maintaining regular styling practice.
Rebecca
Level 4 Stylist
20+ years' experience with Advanced Level 3 qualification, specialising in wedding hair and bridal styling while delivering comprehensive hairdressing services to private clients.
Questions
How can I book an appointment at Niche Hair & Beauty?
Book online through our website or call us directly at 01904 621199 during operating hours.
What hair services do you specialise in?
We specialise in colouring, precision cuts, wedding hair, extensions, and advanced styling techniques using professional products.
Are your beauty therapists qualified?
Yes, our beauty team has over 25 years' combined experience with specialist electrolysis and skincare qualifications.
What happens if I need to cancel my appointment?
We require 24 hours' notice for cancellations to avoid a 50% charge on booked services.
Do you use professional hair products?
We stock premium brands including L'Oréal, Kerastase, Redken, and Olaplex for all hair treatments.
Can I purchase gift vouchers?
Yes, gift vouchers are available for all our hair and beauty services with flexible redemption options.
Reviews (5)
Marzena Brzezniak
Nov 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Excellent service by Emma! She listened to all my requirements and concerns very carefully, took her time to explain what she was planning to do, and then went on to give me gorgeous highlights that I'm really happy with. Thank you so much!
Services:Hair colouring,Hairstyling
Excellent service by Emma! She listened to all my requirements and concerns very carefully, took her time to explain what she was planning to do, and then went on to give me gorgeous highlights that I'm really happy with. Thank you so much!
Services:Hair colouring,Hairstyling
Evie Cox
Sep 18, 2021
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I've tried a few salons in Leeds and York but this is definitely my fave! Always look after you and Megan does a great job :) ( & affordable too) thank you !!
Alina Plesa
Jul 25, 2021
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It was amazing! I left the hairdresser feeling relaxed and amazed by the way they cut my hair. 100000/10 would recommend
Isobel Marshall
Jan 15, 2021
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Positive:Cleanliness,Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
Could not recommend this salon enough. I absolutely love my hair (thank you so much Megan!). The pricing is cheaper than many other salons in York and the quality and service was excellent.
Service:Hairstyling
Could not recommend this salon enough. I absolutely love my hair (thank you so much Megan!). The pricing is cheaper than many other salons in York and the quality and service was excellent.
Service:Hairstyling
Gilly Wilson
Oct 25, 2018
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Been going here a few years now, and wouldn't go anywhere else, nothing not to like, Louise is who I see, but all are, by what I have seen excellent, a must try for anyone looking for quality and value for money
