Business Details
Your Trusted Hair Salon in Pontyclun
Charizma is an independent hair salon in Pontyclun, Wales, dedicated to delivering excellence in cutting and colouring techniques tailored to individual clients. As a Sassoon Professional Partner Salon, we ensure our team undergoes rigorous training at the Sassoon Academy in London, staying at the forefront of hair design innovation. Our stylists combine artistic flair with technical expertise, using premium products from Sassoon, L'ANZA, and Moroccan Oil to create transformative, lifestyle-suited looks. With over 15 years of experience, our team prioritises personalised consultations, ensuring each client receives bespoke advice on haircare and styling.We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of service, blending the Sassoon heritage of precision with modern trends to deliver exceptional results. Our commitment to continuous professional development guarantees clients access to the latest techniques, from keratin treatments to American Wave styling, all designed to enhance natural beauty and confidence.
Services
Cut & Style
Colouring
Keratin Treatment
American Wave
Hair Consultation
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of expertise in bespoke hair design.
- Our team trains annually at the Sassoon Academy London.
- We use premium products from Sassoon, L'ANZA, and Moroccan Oil.
- We provide personalised consultations for tailored results.
- We pioneered American Wave styling in Wales.
Associations and certifications
- Sassoon Professional Partner Salon
What people say
Exceptional service
Transformative results
Expert stylists
Premium products
Personalised care
Services
Cut & Style
Our expert stylists create tailored cuts and styles through comprehensive consultations, considering face shape, texture, and lifestyle. Using Sassoon techniques, we ensure precision and modernity in every finish. Clients receive product advice to maintain salon-quality results at home.
Colouring
From classic tones to creative highlights, we use Sassoon and L'ANZA products for vibrant, long-lasting colour. A free consultation assesses skin tone and lifestyle to recommend shades that enhance individuality while preserving hair health through advanced techniques.
Keratin Treatment
This chemical process smooths frizzy hair using KeraStraight technology, leaving strands stronger and easier to manage. The treatment lasts up to six months, combining amino acids and proteins to restore hair's structure in a single same-day session.
American Wave
Charizma pioneered this service in Wales, offering textured waves for a unique look. Certified by ARROJO of New York, it uses specialised techniques to create voluminous, natural-looking waves that redefine hair's dimension and movement.
Hair Consultation
Personalised sessions assess clients' needs, discussing face shape, lifestyle, and hair texture to recommend cuts, colours, or treatments. Our stylists provide expert guidance on maintaining results and selecting products suited to individual hair types.
People
Leigh McConnell
Owner
With over 15 years in the industry, Leigh brings international experience to Charizma. Her expertise in cutting and colouring techniques ensures clients receive transformative, high-standard services tailored to individual needs.
Helen Button
Stylist
A former owner and innovator, Helen specialises in customised cuts with 'Helen's Magic'. Her dedication to excellence and Sassoon techniques has shaped Charizma's reputation for unique, transformative hair designs.
Keeley Bull
Stylist
Since joining in 2019, Keeley has mastered Sassoon's creative cutting and colouring. Her NVQ certification and passion for modern trends ensure clients benefit from contemporary, precise haircare solutions.
Questions
What makes Charizma unique?
We are Wales' first salon offering American Wave styling and a Sassoon Partner Salon, combining global expertise with local service.
Do you offer consultations?
Yes, all clients receive a free consultation to discuss cuts, colours, or treatments tailored to their lifestyle and hair type.
What hair products do you use?
We use premium ranges from Sassoon, L'ANZA, and Moroccan Oil for salon-quality results that last.
Are your stylists trained?
Our team trains annually at the Sassoon Academy London to maintain the highest technical standards and trends.
How long do keratin treatments last?
Results typically last up to six months, depending on hair type and aftercare.
Reviews (7)
Jen Haakonsen
Dec 07, 2021
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Fabulous! It's taken me 20 years to find this place..... Wish I had known about it years ago
Shelley King
Mar 26, 2021
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I visited last week for a well over due hair blitz! I am pretty new to the area, so this was my first visit to the salon. Everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming and I got a bloody good hair cut too!!
Rhiannon Evans
Jan 14, 2021
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Avoid this salon at all costs if you have thick curly hair. Helen reassured me that she could manage my hair and give me a cut that would hang well. Despite this the cut was the worst cut Ive ever had. I left the salon looking awful with a puffy pyramid head. I went back a couple of days later to explain that I was dissatisfied with the cut and felt upset. Despite my hair looking hideous Helen was completely dismissive of me and had a very off hand manner.
Hannah Jayne
Sep 05, 2020
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Had my hair done with Helen today, I am over the moon!!! She completely read my mind and took the time to completely change what I originally booked in for, she knew how much I wanted to achieve the silver look🙈 Thank you so much!! I absolutely love the colour😍 My new favourite salon!!
Steve Claire Thomas
Aug 10, 2020
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Recently had a cut and Kerastraight treatment carried out by Leigh. To say I am over the moon is an understatement! I walked out of the salon absolutely loving my hair. I've waited a few days to post a review… as I wanted to wash and style my hair myself first. I wanted to see if the Kerastraight had lived up to its promises of making hair easier to dry/style, keeping hair frizz free and making hair healthier. The treatment comes with a hefty price tag but is worth every penny. Leigh did an amazing job and I love the cut. I'm sure she had a magic wand and not a scissors 😂 Thank you
Jessica Rachel Thomas
May 29, 2019
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Excellent service all around at this salon. My stylist made sure I was happy with my colours and after showing her a picture of what I wanted it was almost identical so I have it say it’s a brilliant salon.
Janet Nicholas
May 16, 2019
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Helen knows what I need before I do. she's an absolute perfectionist and so focused on getting the right cut for you. Its my second visit and I can't see me going anywhere else. I've had so many compliments since going there. There's no waiting around your appointment time is what you've booked it for . highly recommended.
