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Luxury home hair salon with 16 years in the hairdressing industry
29/07/2026
A little change can make the biggest difference 🤎✨
My client wanted to stay brunette, just with a little more depth and brightness around her face.
We added a darker root for a softer grow out and a face frame to give her hair a little more dimension 🤌🏽
Nothing too dramatic… just soft, seamless hair that will grow out beautifully 🤍
I love transformations like this because they prove you don’t always need a huge change to fall back in love with your hair 🫶🏻
✨ “I love the idea of extensions… but I wear my hair up all the time.”
Honestly?
This is one of the biggest concerns I hear before clients book in.
The good news is…
✨ You absolutely can wear your hair up with tape extensions…
When they’re fitted correctly.
One of the things I pride myself on is creating placements that look just as natural in a ponytail or messy bun as they do when your hair is down.
Because extensions should fit your lifestyle—not the other way around. 🤍
If you’ve been putting extensions off because you thought you’d have to wear your hair down all the time…
This is your sign to stop worrying. ✨
💬 Tell me honestly…
Was this something you thought before watching this Reel? 👇
📍Home salon | Ripley, Derbyshire
💌 DM CONSULT if you’d like to find out whether tape extensions are right for your hair.
POV: Your boyfriend says…
“Go on then, make me blonde.” 🙃
Fast forward 30 minutes…
🎥 The camera’s fallen over.
🤦🏻♀️ He’s asking, “How much longer?”
😂 I’m telling him to STOP MOVING every 30 seconds.
✨ Somehow… he ended up blonde.
Safe to say he won’t be getting mates rates next time. 💸🤣🤍
“Aren’t tape extensions really damaging?”
Honestly… it’s probably the biggest concern I hear during consultations.
The truth is…
✨ Tape extensions themselves aren’t what damage your hair.
The problems usually come from:
❌ Poor application.
❌ Leaving them in for too long.
❌ Incorrect aftercare.
❌ Trying to remove them yourself.
When they’re fitted correctly, maintained every 6-8 weeks, and looked after at home, tape extensions can be one of the most comfortable and natural-looking methods available.
One of the reasons I love tapes so much is because they’re:
🤍 Lightweight.
🤍 Quick to fit.
🤍 Virtually invisible when fitted correctly.
🤍 Perfect for adding both length AND thickness.
Every client who sits in my chair has a consultation first because the right extension method depends on your own hair, your lifestyle and your goals.
Sometimes that’s tapes…
Sometimes it isn’t.
My job is to recommend what’s genuinely best for YOUR hair—not just fit the same method on everyone.
Because healthy hair will always come first. 🤍
✨ Have you ever been put off extensions because you thought they’d damage your hair?
I’d love to know in the comments.
📍Ripley, Derbyshire
💌 DM CONSULT if you’d like to find out if tape extensions are right for you.
✨ “My toner only lasts a couple of washes…”
If you’ve ever thought this, you’re definitely not alone. 🤍
The first thing I always tell my blonde clients is this…
✨ Toners are designed to fade.
That doesn’t mean your hairdresser has done anything wrong—it simply means they’re not permanent.
Here are the biggest reasons your toner might not be lasting as long as you’d like:
☀️ The sun
UV exposure can fade your toner and leave blonde hair looking warmer, especially during summer.
🔥 Heat styling
Using straighteners, curling wands or even a hairdryer without heat protection can speed up colour fade.
🚿 Hard water
Minerals in hard water can build up on the hair, making your blonde look dull, brassy or less vibrant.
🧴 The products you’re using
Using shampoos that aren’t colour-safe can strip your toner much faster than you realise.
💜 Purple shampoo
This one surprises people… purple shampoo doesn’t replace your toner. It helps neutralise unwanted yellow tones between appointments, but using it every wash can actually leave your blonde looking dull or over-toned. I usually recommend using it only when your blonde starts to look warmer.
✨ My top tips for keeping your blonde fresher for longer:
🤍 Always use a heat protector.
🤍 Use a salon-quality shampoo and conditioner designed for coloured hair.
🤍 Wear a hat if you’re spending long periods in the sun.
🤍 If you’re swimming, wet your hair with fresh water first to reduce chlorine absorption.
Beautiful blonde hair isn’t just about what happens in the salon—it’s about how you look after it at home too. ✨
💬 What’s the biggest struggle you have with your blonde? Let me know below, and I might cover it in my next Hair Chat. 🤍
📍Ripley, Derbyshire
💌 DM CONSULT if you’re ready for your blonde refresh.
02/07/2026
✨ “Which hair extensions are best?”
It’s one of the questions I’m asked the most, and my answer is always the same…
👉 The best extension method is the one that’s right for YOU.
Your hair type, lifestyle, how you like to wear your hair and your long-term goals all play a part in choosing the right method.
That’s why every extension appointment starts with a consultation. I’ll assess your hair, listen to what you want to achieve and recommend the method I genuinely believe will give you the best, healthiest and most natural-looking result.
Whether that’s tapes, nanos or a weave, my priority will always be creating beautiful hair that fits YOUR lifestyle—not just following trends. 🤍
I’d love to know…
💬 Before reading this, which method did you think would suit you best?
📍Home salon | Ripley, Derbyshire
💌 DM CONSULT to book your consultation.
24/06/2026
✨ Let’s talk about the real cost of hair extensions.
One of the biggest misconceptions I hear is:
“Extensions are so expensive.”
But when you break it down, they’re often far more affordable than people think 👇
This transformation included:
💛 150g Nano Extensions - £297
💛 Blonding Session - £243
💛 Extension Fitting - £165
The extensions themselves can last up to 12 months with the correct aftercare and regular maintenance appointments.
When you look at the lifespan of the hair, it works out at less than £1 per day for fuller, longer hair every single day ✨
Would you invest in your dream hair if it lasted a whole year?
Let me know below 👇
📍 Ripley, Derbyshire
💌 DM CONSULT for extensions & colour
Joking not joking 🙃😂
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One day I’ll stick to my hours & have a work life balance
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My working hours
Tuesday 10.30am-8.30pm
Wednesday 10.30am-8.30pm
Thursday 10.30am-5.30pm
Friday 10:30am-3pm
19/06/2026
LIFE LATLEY 🤍
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The highlights of what I can honestly say has been the hardest few weeks of entire life, don’t let my smile fool you I’ve been in the trenches.
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Grateful for my amazing support system forcing me throw the toughest grief I’ve ever experienced
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Life’s tough but I’m tougher, brushed myself off, picked myself up & we keep going ❤️🩹
18/06/2026
Who said all transformations have to be blonde? ❤️🔥
My client wanted something bold, vibrant and impossible to ignore… and I think we understood the assignment 😍
We transformed her colour into this stunning custom copper and added 150g of custom coloured tape extensions for extra length, fullness and the most seamless blend ✨
The result? Vibrant, glossy hair with beautiful movement and a finish that looks completely natural 🤌🏽
One thing about me? I love creating lived-in blondes, but I also LOVE when clients trust me with a statement colour ❤️
Healthy hair, bespoke colour and extensions tailored specifically to each client will always be the goal 🤍
Would you be brave enough to go copper? 👀👇
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