Business Details
46 Years
experience
Award-Winning Hair & Beauty Salon in Kent
Established in 1980, Directors Hair & Beauty has built a reputation as one of Kent's most trusted hair and beauty salons. Founded by industry veteran Vicki Luckhurst, our 44-year legacy combines expertise with a commitment to staying at the forefront of hair and beauty trends. Our team of eight professionals undergo regular advanced training in London, ensuring they remain proficient in the latest techniques and styles. We offer comprehensive services including cutting, colouring, blow-drying, hair-up styling, and nail treatments for men, women, and children. Our pricing structure reflects the stylists' qualifications and experience, with specialists like Ashley, our Creative Director with 17 years' expertise in corrective colouring and hair extensions.Recognised for excellence, our work has been featured in industry publications including HJ and Pro Hair magazine. We maintain a professional, comfortable environment where clients receive personalised attention from conscientious, loyal stylists. Our salon's philosophy centres on empowering clients through transformative hair experiences while maintaining a state-of-the-art facility equipped with premium products. With three decades of continuous operation, we remain dedicated to evolving with industry innovations while preserving our core values of passion, service, and professionalism.
Services
Haircuts
Hair Colouring
Blow-drying
Nail Services
Hair Extensions
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- 44 years of combined industry experience across our team
- Stylists receive advanced training in London annually
- Specialist corrective colouring and hair extension expertise
- Team of eight qualified professionals with diverse specialisms
- Featured in HJ and Pro Hair industry publications
What people say
Amazing cut
Relaxed and welcome
Spot on colouring
5star service
Made me feel fabulous
Services
Hair Colouring
Our colour specialists deliver precise transformations using premium products. Services include corrective colouring, balayage, and dimensional highlights. Stylists maintain advanced training to ensure contemporary techniques and colour theory expertise. Clients receive customised shade matching for natural-looking results.
Hair Extensions
Ashley, our Creative Director, specialises in seamless hair extensions. Offering tape-in, micro-link, and weft options, we ensure natural volume and length enhancement. All installations include aftercare guidance for maintaining hair health and extension longevity.
Men's Grooming
Tailored men's services include precision cuts, beard shaping, and modern styling. Our stylists combine technical skill with understanding of masculine aesthetics. Available for both adults and children with attention to classic and contemporary styles.
Nail Services
Comprehensive nail care includes classic manicures, gel polish applications, and nail art. Our technicians maintain strict hygiene standards while providing relaxing hand treatments. Services complement our hair offerings for complete beauty transformations.
Hair Up Styling
Specialist occasion styling for weddings, parties, and formal events. Our team creates intricate updos and elegant styles using professional techniques. Trial sessions available to ensure perfect execution for important occasions.
People
Vicki Luckhurst
Salon Owner
Founder with 38 years' experience in hair and beauty therapy. Established Directors in 1980 after launching her first beauty business. Maintains industry leadership through continuous innovation and team development.
Ashley
Creative Director
17-year industry veteran specialising in corrective colouring and hair extensions. Revlon Visionaries team member with work featured in HJ and Pro Hair magazines. Qualified educator hosting specialist training courses.
Liberty
Stylist/Makeup Artist
Five-year team member offering balayage, extensions, and cutting techniques. Bridal makeup specialist with extensive event experience. Provides comprehensive styling solutions combining hair and makeup expertise.
Lucy
Apprentice
Current apprentice studying Level 2 Diploma for hair professionals. Joined in November 2023 to develop technical skills and industry knowledge under senior stylists' mentorship.
Questions
What hair services do you offer?
We provide cutting, colouring, blow-drying, hair-up styling, extensions, and corrective treatments for men, women, and children using professional techniques.
How can I book an appointment?
Book online through our website or call us directly at 01622 738772 during operating hours for immediate assistance.
Do you offer men's grooming services?
Yes, we specialise in men's haircuts, beard shaping, and modern styling techniques performed by experienced stylists.
What experience does your team have?
Our stylists have 4-17 years' experience with regular London-based training. The salon owner has 38 years' industry expertise.
Are there special offers available?
We provide seasonal discounts on hairdressing and beauty supplies, updated every 1-2 months with in-store and online availability.
Reviews (7)
Glenis Morgan Lewis
Jan 09, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Thanks Ashley. Amazing to feel like me again after five years of long hair. Beautiful cut and colour. Very relaxing atmosphere as always.
Service:Hairstyling
Thanks Ashley. Amazing to feel like me again after five years of long hair. Beautiful cut and colour. Very relaxing atmosphere as always.
Service:Hairstyling
L. Davis
Nov 22, 2021
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I have been going to Ashley for my cut and colour for years and honestly wouldnt go anywhere else (I have even travelled from Surrey just to see him!) Every time I visit the salon he has great suggestions about how to colour and style my hair (including today, photo below) I trust him to always make me feel fabulous! Would recommend 100%.
Christina Harris
Nov 16, 2021
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Emily was an absolutely fantastic stylist. She was welcoming, understanding and full of good ideas. She just seemed to intuitively know what I needed (more than I did myself!)
I didnt feel rushed, there was no forced conversation and having been quite poorly with COVID, I left feeling like a new person! I cant rate Emily and Directors highly enough.
I didnt feel rushed, there was no forced conversation and having been quite poorly with COVID, I left feeling like a new person! I cant rate Emily and Directors highly enough.
Laura Hill
Oct 20, 2021
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Positive:Cleanliness,Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
Would 100% recommend a visit to this lovely salon. Ashley exceeded all expectations when it came to colouring my hair, He went above and beyond to squeeze me in for an appointment before a wedding and I am so so pleased with the results. Honestly this guy is a hair god!!
Service:Hair colouring
Would 100% recommend a visit to this lovely salon. Ashley exceeded all expectations when it came to colouring my hair, He went above and beyond to squeeze me in for an appointment before a wedding and I am so so pleased with the results. Honestly this guy is a hair god!!
Service:Hair colouring
Ami Mateer
Sep 29, 2021
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Positive:Cleanliness,Professionalism,Quality,Value
After debating it for a while I decided to cut my hair short. Ashley listened to what I wanted and gave me a lovely cut. I absolutely love my short hair and will not be growing it again. I loved that I walked out of the salon with a huge confidence boost thanks to Ashley.
Service:Hairstyling
After debating it for a while I decided to cut my hair short. Ashley listened to what I wanted and gave me a lovely cut. I absolutely love my short hair and will not be growing it again. I loved that I walked out of the salon with a huge confidence boost thanks to Ashley.
Service:Hairstyling
Katie De Matos
Sep 29, 2021
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My first visit to the salon today, and the experience was amazing! Ashley was so friendly and made me feel comfortable right from the start. He did an absolutely amazing job on my previously home coloured hair. I wasnt exactly sure what I wanted other than to disguise those pesky grey hairs and his recommendations were fab! So so pleased with the outcome.. very ashamed to post the before picture but it was such a transformation I couldnt not! Left the salon feeling pampered and like a million dollars! Already booked my next appointment with Ashley and cant wait!
Jodie Miller
Sep 17, 2021
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Had my first hair cut today with Ashley and my first wet cut in literally 15 years after lots of bad experiences and he was amazing! Made me feel so relaxed, listened and absolutely smashed it. Will be back,thanks Ashley
