14Apr

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Patch tests

by adminApril 14, 2017

What are patch tests and why do we have to do them? These are questions many of you may wonder when we quiz you over the phone about patch tests and previous treatments you've had. That's because patch tests are super important and without recent, recorded testing within our own salon, we can't carry out any sort of contact dying or tinting work on you…

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02Apr

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Spring colours: warm hair and nude nails

by adminApril 2, 2017

With recent sunshine and clocks changing, it's no wonder our thoughts are turning to summer and we always enjoy the change in seasonal hair trends. This season we're noticing a departure from the wintery greys and steely platinums and a shift towards warmer tones for the warmer months. From balayages to blondes, colours are richer and softer, with copper, bronze, honey and rose gold featuring…

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23Mar

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Boilerhouse x Balmain

by adminMarch 23, 2017

Can we just all take a minute to appreciate how exciting it is that we now stock the full Balmain hair care and styling range at Boilerhouse? We decided it was time for a change and, after sampling several new product ranges, decided that Balmain made for the perfect Boilerhouse fit. The high-end capsule collection is both simple and effective, while the silk protein and…

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10Mar

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Because we’re all about the bonds

by adminMarch 10, 2017

One of the many reasons we love Schwarzkopf is because Schwarzkopf loves your hair. They're all about creating new technologies and pushing boundaries when it comes to delivering amazing results in hair colour and care. The recently relaunched Fibre Force range is the be all and end all when it comes to seriously stressed out and damaged hair, and we're already achieving unbelievable results on hair…

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23Feb

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Spring 2017 hair trends

by adminFebruary 23, 2017

So we've been over the bob, as you may have seen in one of our recent blogs, but what else is hot on the Spring/Summer 2017 catwalks? Lots, actually, and we're likin' it :) 70s hair as seen on models for Alexander Wang, Roberto Cavalli and Mimi Wade 70s hair has been on the rise, building in momentum this past year, ans the catwalks were…

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16Feb

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From barbering to blonding

by adminFebruary 16, 2017

We've been busy bees at the salon lately, continually learning new skills, hints and tips, because the world of hairdressing is forever changing and, at Boilerhouse, we recognise the importance in keeping our finger on the pulse of new styles, fashion and technique. Many of us have recently attended further education sessions in our spare time to brush up on our knowledge of the trade.…

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14Jan

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Say hi to ‘Bob’, because he’s here to stay

by adminJanuary 14, 2017

If you follow hair styles and fashions at all, you'll be well aware by now that 2016 was all about the 'lob', with celebs and the masses alike signing up for inches and inches chopped off their locks. As hair stylists, we thoroughly embraced this change, and loved the sway toward a looser, shorter and more carefree look. Many of you braved the cut with…

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22Dec

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Festive fun

by adminDecember 22, 2016

We've been super busy this past month, helping glam you up for your Christmas parties and gatherings and have had a generally lovely December. We'd like to take the opportunity to say thank you all for your continued custom and support and thank you also for the cards, chocolates, bottles and gifts! Don't forget that your loyalty points (our way of saying thank you to…

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09Dec

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Schwarzkopf colour day

by adminDecember 9, 2016

Been following our recent blogs? If so, you’ll be well aware that ombré and balayage colouring techniques have taken the hairdressing world by storm and are firmly here to stay. With that in mind we arranged a Schwarzkopf colour day so our stylists could play with new methods and styles – there’s always room to learn and that goes for our most recently qualified stylists…

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27Nov

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‘Tis the season

by adminNovember 27, 2016

If you've been in the salon over the past few weeks you'll notice we started our Christmas cheer early this year, and this time we've gone true to Boilerhouse form and done it our own way, from our handmade mannequin Christmas tree in the downstairs window to our beautiful fireplace bird themed mantle upstairs. There's plenty to look at and we'd love for you to…

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