Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

54 Egerton Gate, Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 7HH

About us

Arcana is a Hair, Beauty & Specialist Treatment Centre for Men, Women and Children based in Shenley Brook End, Milton Keynes.
Established in 2003 Arcana is a family run business that has spent a decade achieving ‘5 star-rated’ industry recognition, government recognised employer status (Top 100 UK, 2013) and multiple awards in hair, beauty and customer services.
Open 7 days a week including late nights midweek (mon-thurs) until 9pm, with unlimited free parking right outside and an eclectic mix of 32 hair and beauty professionals to choose from; what’s not to love?
Our comprehensive list of services and products makes Arcana a ‘one-stop-shop’ for everything appearance-enhancing and stress-relieving!.

HAIRDRESSING PROVISION
✔ Hair cutting- men women & children, basic trim to complete restyle
✔ Styling- blow dries, curling, straightening, setting (traditional and modern) and updo's
✔ Colour- basic root touch ups, full tints, foils, creative colour and colour corrections
✔ Texture services- perms and permanent straightening/anti frizz treatment
✔ Hair Extensions (Balmain individual bonds)
✔ Barbering – Daily ‘Drop In Session’, traditional cut throat razoring
✔ Conditioning Treatments- scalp and hair including relaxing spa steam towel massage
✔ Academy Session for our trainees -model prices
✔ Concessionary Rates for retired pensioners, discounts for students and key workers
✔ Lolly tree for children's rewards

BEAUTY PROVISION
✔ Holistic Treatments including Reflexology, Hot Stone, Ear Candling, Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy & Deep Tissue massage
✔ Hair Removal; Waxing, Threading, Electrolysis and IPL Permanent hair Reduction
✔ Facials; Full Range of Dermalogica Treatments, Microdermabrasion and Non Surgical Dermalift Face Lifting/Firming Treatment, Complimentary Skin Consultations & Product Recommendation
✔ Nails; Manicure, Pedicure; Gel or Traditional (Jessica), Nail Art and Stamping
✔ Tanning; St Tropez Cream Method or Spray Tanning Systems
✔ Eye Area Enhancement; Eyelash Tinting, Eyelash Perming, Eyelash Extensions (temporary clusters and individually bonded semi permanent), HD Brows, Eyebrow Shaping & Tinting.
✔ Concessionary Discounts for retired pensioners on nails and facials
✔ Inch Loss Body Wraps
✔ Wedding Prep Services including Make Up
✔ Ear Piercing; First, Second, Third and Top Hole ear piercing available
✔ Prom Prep Packages
✔ Spa Days

✔ Pamper Packages
✔ Loyalty points
✔ Recommend a friend scheme
✔ Free text message reminder service
✔ Online booking
✔ Award winning service and team

We use, recommend and sell the following brands: Matrix | Biolage | Paul Mitchell | Tigi | GHD | Tangle Teaser | SleepIn Rollers | Balmain | Dermalogica | Jessica | St Tropez | Nouveau | HD Brows | Australian BodyCare | Universal Contour | Sterex

50% OFF for your FIRST VISIT presenting ‘www.arcanasalon.co.uk/matesrates’ coupon
*Not valid on Hair Extensions, Colour Correction Services or Retail **Please mention offer at time of booking ***Clients whose last visit was over 18 months ago will be treated as new for the purpose of this promotion.

Arcana
Hair, Beauty & Specialist Treatment Centre
54 Egerton gate
Shenley Brook End
Milton Keynes
MK5 7HH
Tel: 01908 505515

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http://www.arcanasalon.co.uk

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Opening hours

Monday 9am-9pm
Tuesday 9am-9pm
Wednesday 9am-9pm
Thursday 9am-9pm
Friday 9am-6:30pm
Saturday 8:30am-4:30pm
Sunday 11am-4pm

Reviews

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Julie Stevenson
7th Apr 2016
5.0

Sam has done a brilliant job with my hair.I love the new style and colour Thanks Sam

Beautician . First time I had seen this Beautician very professional . Sorry cannot remember her name .

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

Thank you Julie. Happy to hear that you were pleased with your new style and first time seeing our therapist :-) x

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Hair
7th Apr 2016
5.0

Highly recommended. Good hair cut n people are very friendly. I have rebooked .
Mrs L Karia

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Colour and cut and blow dry

Sally
6th Apr 2016
5.0

Have had a drastic change in colour and am very happy with the result. I am loving my new hair and the stylist was fantastic, she has done a great job.

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Perfect!

Anonymous
4th Apr 2016
5.0

Toni was fab tonight :) I had a much needed cut to make my hair healthy again, and colour to freshen up for a wedding next week. Toni took lots of time and care and gave me plenty of advice about how I can help my hair to be stronger! Good deal with the colour sale and all the staff were really lovely!

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Cut and Colour

Sarah Blazey
4th Apr 2016
5.0

Fantastic cut and Colour by Sammi today. Looks fantastic, so pleased. Thank you

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Off peak spa day and hair cut

Kimberly89
4th Apr 2016
5.0

Had a lovely experience at arcana very relaxing and lovely welcoming staff

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Permanent Straightening

Ali
3rd Apr 2016
5.0

I was very pleased with the outcome when leaving the salon. Waiting 48 hours before washing my hair left me sceptical for permanent results! However washed today, blasted with dryer (which previously would have left an unmanageable Afro) hair is still straight! Not poker straight, will still run straighteners over when going out, but no frizz much more manageable very pleased! Thank you all!

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Julie
2nd Apr 2016
5.0

Fantastic service and friendly staff.
Wanted advise on a new colour and it looks amazing.
Jane is amazing - I love going to see her, no frills just good old customer service. Very happy customer

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Excellent as always

Julie
2nd Apr 2016
5.0

Great experience yet again today.
Great advise given on new colors, great friendly staff,
Really pleased with my results. Jane my hairdresser is just amazing and fabulous I look forward to going in to see her!

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Anonymous
2nd Apr 2016
5.0

Always friendly & yet professional. Very happy with the service I receive.

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Jackie Keaterton
31st Mar 2016
5.0

Full head foils

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Beauty

Anonymous
30th Mar 2016
5.0

Sophie is amazing and a perfectionist. I always enjoy my visits and am always delighted with her work.

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Hair straightening was quick and seamless

Vandy
27th Mar 2016
5.0

Sarah did a fantastic job at straightening my hair. She did it in record time (I have sat in for 6 / 7 hour sessions in my prior experiences at other salons). Sarah straightened my hair and a cut - all under 4 hours.

The staff and the owner of the salon are really nice, friendly, very helpful and efficient. I am definitely going back again. My favourite salon so far for hair straightening - I highly recommend it!

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A fab transformation

Debs Tappin
26th Mar 2016
5.0

Another fab transformation from Sammie today, turning my grey to a lovely glossy dark brown. Fab

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Another fab transformation

Debs Tappin
26th Mar 2016
5.0

Big thank you to Sammie today for transforming my grey to a natural glossy dark brown.
Always a pleasure

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Fab for a newbie!

Elizabeth Redman-Press
22nd Mar 2016
5.0

Kelly was amazing with me today. I've never dyed my hair and was a little nervous! But she happily discussed a softer colour change (went for an ombré) which left with me feeling happy! Loved the style, and colour. Kelly and her assistant (sorry I can't remember her name, she was pregnant lady) were fab, friendly and would definitely recommend them!

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Another fantastic hair colour

Lesley
21st Mar 2016
5.0

I have been going to Arcana for my hair for over 12 years and have to say each visit I have I have never ever been disappointed. The staff are always friendly and helpful.
Steph has been doing my hair for a very long time and knows what I would like and tells me if I want a change if it's good or bad and gives me her honest views and listens which is so important.
Reception team, Laura especially is always there to sort out my appointments and re arrange for me when I need to.
The whole team at Arcana are fab and I would not go any where else.

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Anonymous
18th Mar 2016
5.0

Very friendly and good quality care for all our beauty needs thank u

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Always superb

Donna Scott
16th Mar 2016
5.0

Been visiting here for many years
Always great

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Trudy
15th Mar 2016
5.0

Yet again another fantastic visit to
Arcana,made to feel extremely welcome and Jane listens to what I want each time!! Highly recommend this salon to anyone.

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Fabulous service

Holly86
13th Mar 2016
5.0

Brilliant service provided from booking in to my hair finished.
Sammie listened to exactly what I was looking for and what I like.
I'm really pleased with the colour and cut, and have already booked my next appointment.
Definitely recommend.

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Great colour.

Yvonne Parram
12th Mar 2016
5.0

My colour and cut was lovely done by cara who listened and took advice well from others too. .

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

Thank you for the lovely compliments Yvonne, I will pass these along to Cara. Will be a nice confidence booster for her x

Prom package

Anonymous
11th Mar 2016
5.0

After talking to debbie on the phone I came in to pay in full for my daughters prom package. Just like debbie the lies I spoke to were very helpful.

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

ooo i think you meant *ladies
our pleasure!
we LOVE proms and weddings, and can't wait to make your daughters day special xxx

Best salon ever!

Maureen O'Donohue
7th Mar 2016
5.0

I visit Arcana a lot! I am
One of the VIP club members too & I am constantly rewarded for my loyalty as a customer which I absolutely love! My last appointment in January I was able to use my 50% off voucher which I received for recommending a friend to arcana! I love my experience each time I go, & I wouldn't use anyone else, & will always recommend them.

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

thanks Maureen. we love you too! thanks for being such a wonderful Arcana advocate xxx

Hair and Beauty

Anonymous
2nd Mar 2016
5.0

I have been coming to Arcana for a few years now and have been delighted every time. Steph is very obliging and listens to what I think I want and Lee who is in beauty is also a very obliging young woman and very helpful. I have also had Kelly and she also is a very helpful and obliging girl, so thank you all so much

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

thanks so much for a lovely review, Steph will be delighted to have such nice feedback x

Excellent

XxsamxX
2nd Mar 2016
5.0

I had a haircut by cara in the academy session and she was wonderful; very careful and took her time so that she would get it perfect. Very pleased.
I also had a colour with Lauren which I was also very happy with - she listened to exactly what I wanted and double checked that I was sure I wanted to go much darker than what I usually have. She covered me up well so that she didn't get any colour on my clothes and even tied back her own blonde hair so she didn't get brown dye on it!
Overall very happy with the salon and will definitely be back. Also clean and tidy despite the girls being busy and the girls all clearly get on well - chatty yet professional. Thanks arcana xxx

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

great to hear, thanks Sam, we look forward to your next visit x

Love my hair!

Anonymous
2nd Mar 2016
5.0

I came to see Sarah for colour & cut. I'm so happy with my hair and everything about the salon I felt so comfortable while I was at Arcana. The staff were so friendly too!! I loved the massage chairs while having my colour washed off. I will definitely be returning and will be booking in for some beauty treatments as they sound amazing!

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Lovely experience

Anonymous
2nd Mar 2016
5.0

I came to see Sarah for colour & cut. I'm so happy with my hair and everything about the salon I felt so comfortable while I was at Arcana. The staff were so friendly too!! I loved the massage chairs while having my colour washed off. I will definitely be returning and will be booking in for some beauty treatments as they sound amazing!

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Best perm

Anonymous
1st Mar 2016
5.0

Really enjoyed last visit, Mandy always makes me feel welcome, the massage chair was unexpected and very enjoyable, I am very pleased with the perm Mandy has given me.
It is a pleasure to receive this type of service, I would recommend your salon

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

thanks so much for such a lovely review; Mandy will be thrilled, I'll make sure she sees your feedback, don't forget to use the recommend a friend coupon for money off rewards when you tell your friends :0) www.arcanasalon.co.uk/matesrates
See you soon x

Not even cheap enough to justify

Anonymous
1st Mar 2016
2.5

I wasn't too happy with my cut from here. The style didn't suit me and even fundamental basics like both sides being the same length weren't met. The salon itself isn't exactly sleek and modern in style and could do with a good dust. I won't be back.

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

I'm so sorry to hear that you were dissatisfied with your visit, and so disappointed that the cut and the experience was not as expected or deserved.
I'd be really grateful if you would contact me via email ([email protected]) with some details of your appointment (the anonymous nature of your comment means I don't know when you came or who you saw) so I can't identify the stylist that you were unhappy with and follow up for you. Regarding the uneven cut, we'd like to get you back in as soon as possible with one of our senior stylists to rectify any issues - obviously without any further charge. You can call to book this (01908 505515) or email and we can schedule that way.
Apologies for the perceived dustiness of the salon, we've been having some beauty room renovations which have produced more dust than usual, floating through the salon with the air-con and due to staff absence since the weekend we only got around to chores later in the day rather than first thing yesterday- but I absolutely ac

Good experience - again!!

Susy
26th Feb 2016
5.0

Came in for my hair cut with Sammie. Always a great experience. She asks me what I want and cuts it the way I want it. I wouldn't go to anybody else. The service at Arcana is always great, I always get offered a drink and I feel pretty pampered. Thanks Arcana x

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Anonymous
18th Feb 2016
5.0

She really is just such an amazing hairdresser. A genuine lovely person.

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Hair

Anonymous
15th Feb 2016
5.0

Loving the colour

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Cut and colour

Anonymous
15th Feb 2016
5.0

Brill Ashley is the best I showed her a picture of what I wanted and it's perfect. Thank you Ashley X

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Amazing result!

Anonymous
7th Feb 2016
5.0

Having white blonde hair for 15 years, finally decided to have a radical change of colour. The service was amazing, the staff friendly, helpfull and professional and I felt totally at ease with the the whole process.

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Hawkinsfamily
5th Feb 2016
5.0

Fantastic haircut from Jane as always ????

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Never Disappointed

Lisalisajay
2nd Feb 2016
4.5

I have my hair cut and coloured regularly by Ashley.
I always leave looking fantastic and feeling confident.
Ashley does a fantastic job every time. She offers great advice with regards to styles and colours and I trust her implicitly.
The salon is busy but always welcoming.

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OAP hair Appointment

A Hioper
29th Jan 2016
5.0

Made appt for my mum. Excellent service and value for money. Jade looked after my mum. Very kind and polite. Hair looked lovely. Made further appt for mum for mum as the cost was very ready - £24.00. Concessions M-F 9:00am-3:00pm.

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Brpnde!

JayCee
27th Jan 2016
5.0

Gone BRONDE - was going to do it myself but then read dreadful reviews from people who had done just that. Had a consultation with Sammie on Monday who really listened to what I was hoping to achieve and gave constructive advice to make sure that we understood each other.. I was evaluating several salons since highlights and root touch up would be a longterm commitment. Sammie inspired me with confidence and so I booked with her. Today was my appointment and the result is everything I hoped for. I may add a few more streaks but Sammie was spot on with her advice and I am happy to say that I have found my new hairdresser.

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Half head cour, cut and blow dry

Anonymous
21st Jan 2016
5.0

Toni did a really good job for me today and I am very p[leased.

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Love my new hair & colour ????????❤️????

Anonymous
18th Jan 2016
5.0

❤️❤️❤️❤️????????????????????????????????????????

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Amazing

Anonymous
17th Jan 2016
5.0

Amazing results, so happy with the final outcome, my hair looks exactly as I was hoping it would. Rachel did a amazing job on colouring , cutting and styling my hair. Couldn't be more happier.

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Excellent service

Aditi Siddharth
14th Jan 2016
4.5

I really loved my visit to Arcana. Had a touch up of my roots done with a trim. My hair dresser , Sammie, was friendly and professional. Everything was done as I wanted and we finished on time . Would definitely recommend and visit again. In fact have already told all the people who are complimenting me on my hair !

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Re-style and blow dry

Anonymous
9th Jan 2016
4.5

Very happy indeed to get the hair cut I asked Ashley for, thank you love it .

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Mum-to-be Pamper Package.

Clare Southerby-Smith
6th Jan 2016
5.0

Brilliant pampering morning! Relaxing and very friendly atmosphere with therapists who really know their stuff and couldn't have made me feel more welcome. Very very pleased with all treatments. Recommended-I'll definitely be returning once baby is born.
Thanks!
Clare Southerby-Smith.

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

Hi Clare, thrilled to hear you had such a lovely time yesterday, good luck with bump and we look forward to seeing you when you have some time after xxx

abi

Anonymous
4th Jan 2016
4.0

Great salon, Love my stylist but this cut is just too layered and set my growth plan back about a year+ I now have a chin length Bob all the way round and a mullet! Straight or curly it feels a mess, roll on a growth spurt :-(

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

Hi Abi, I'm so sorry that you are unhappy with the style, and particularly the length - would you be able to email me your details ([email protected]) so I can investigate for you, as I cant find an appointment corresponding with the date you left the feedback, so it may have been a few days earlier- I'd like to speak to the stylist concerned once we work out who it was. Would you like to pop back and we can see about perhaps reshaping it for you so you dont have to wait for growth to be happier? xx

Cut and blow dry

Anonymous
4th Jan 2016
5.0

Excellent. Friendly, did a very nice job

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

thanks! xx

Janeta

Anonymous
4th Jan 2016
5.0

Always lovely friendly service

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Response from Arcana Salon Hair | Beauty | Barbering

thanks janeta, always lovely to see you x

Arcana shenley brook end

Anonymous
29th Dec 2015
5.0

Have my hair and girly beauty taken care of by lovely ladies especially Steph for my hair and Sophie for the rest.
Professional, friendly and always a good job!!

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Anonymous
24th Dec 2015
5.0

The hairdressing is 1st class. The hair stylists are all polite and good at the job they are trained for.

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