Shine Hairdressing

33 High Street, West Malling, Kent, ME19 6QH

About us

The business opened its doors in August 2000. Shine owner Leigh Anthony has built a reputation as a successful, leading hairstylist in Kent and believes that you can get high quality hairdressing with excellent service without travelling to London.

The salon is situated in a two storey listed building on the High Street in the historic town of West Malling.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:30 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

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4.90
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Amazing service as usual

Kirsty Sharp
13th Sep 2020
Team Member: Charlie
5.0
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Charlie is always friendly and chatty. She seems to know exactly what I want despite my rubbish descriptions! Love Charlie!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you for your kind response Kirsty,
We shall look forward to seeing you again soon.
Kind Regards
Leigh Anthony

Enjoyable experience

Carolynne Mclean
13th Sep 2020
Team Member: Lily
5.0
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Felt vivid safe and comfortable. Lily listened to my styling request and I love the cut

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you for taking the time to review the salon.
Its so important that you feel safe with all the covid precautions we have put in place .
Lily is a great stylist , I'm glad you enjoyed your experience with her.
Kind Regards
Leigh Anthony

First appointment

Sandra Bull
12th Sep 2020
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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The best experience hair wash and cut I have ever had thank you so much Emily see you soon xx

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Great to hear. Thank you Sandra.
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Leigh Anthony

1st visit for cut and finish.

Cathy Woodward
12th Sep 2020
Team Member: Lily
5.0

Absolutely brilliant, Lily was very professional, and gave me advice on my hair. Cut my hair actually how I wanted it and she styled it really well. The blow dry was so good, I have no idea how she managed to curl my hair, and have woke up the day after and the curls are still there. I was very pleased and will definitely be going back to Lily. Also with COVID at the moment, they hygiene was of the highest standard, your temperature is check and everyone wearing mask, very professional.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Cathy for taking the time to post a review. Lily will be thrilled with your feedback as am i .
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Leigh Anthony ( Salon Owner)

1st visit in 7 months!

Mary Khan
10th Sep 2020
Team Member: Grace
5.0
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The salon was definitely different than before Lockdown but I felt welcomed and perfectly safe.
It was the first time I had Grace as my Stylist Alice has left and I have to say I am very happy with my new haircut and style.
I had a lot of hair and now I feel more human!
Thank you Grace

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Colour and cut

Anonymous
5th Sep 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
4.5

On last visit we decided to alter highlight colour which Lorraine recommended and I have been delighted with results and received lot of positive comments from friends and family.

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Cut and blow dry

Jan Herbert
5th Sep 2020
Team Member: Charlie
5.0

Very happy indeed. Really good cut which was reassuring after a bad one!

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Lovely experience

Rosemary Hammond
2nd Sep 2020
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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My second trip to Shine since lockdown, and the experience was lovely, as usual, all the staff were professional and adhered to the COVID standards. Helene was her usual friendly self and I enjoyed our catch up during my shampoo and trim, carried out with beautifully

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Amazing, Kind and Friendly

Jess Cole
2nd Sep 2020
Team Member: Eleanor
5.0
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Amazing with helping me choose what colour balayage to go for. She was really nice and chatty and lovely. She did a fantastic job! I’m really impressed with how it looks :)

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First classify

Brenda Brind
1st Sep 2020
Team Member: Lily
5.0
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I was very happy with my hair Lily is a very pleasant girl she made me at ease I would highly recommend her also I thought how efficient you're salon was in these times we're appreciated in these difficult it is many thanks brenda brind

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First class

Brenda Brind
27th Aug 2020
Team Member: Lily
5.0
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I thought that Lily was a pleasant young lady I felt at ease she also done a good cut & colour would highly recommend

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Warm and caring stylist

Erica Price
25th Aug 2020
Team Member: Liv
5.0
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Liv cut my four year old daughter’s hair today and was very happy to discuss my requirements prior to the cut whilst being friendly with my daughter throughout the visit. I would thoroughly recommend Liv.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you for your kind response Erica,
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon

Excellent treatment

Jane Dennis
24th Aug 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
5.0
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Due to Covid I haven’t been into the salon since January I finally came in for a colour and cut. Lorraine as ever did an amazing job giving me a fantastic new colour and cut I felt like a million dollars. Thank you Lorraine as always you worked your magic See you soon

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Jane for taking the time to review your experience.
I'm so glad you enjoyed your experience and hope you feel safe in the environment

Perfection as always

Coral Thomas
23rd Aug 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
5.0
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Lorraine has cut and coloured my hair for over 30 years. I trust her implicitly and listen to her advice.
Even during lockdown my hair still had shape which proves if you have a good cut it makes all the difference.
Would definitely recommend Lorraine.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Coral,
I will pass your fantastic feedback on to Lorraine

My hair experience

Sue Ashelford
22nd Aug 2020
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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Grace did my colour and I was really pleased with it. Great tones. Then Helene did the cut and finish and did so to perfection. I came out very pleased indeed!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Sue.Always lovely to have you here

Fantastic experience as always

Heather Hearn
18th Aug 2020
Team Member: Charlie
5.0
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Charlie is lovely and I am always incredibly happy with my hair after she has done it

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Heather for your review. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon

Lovely experience

Mary Mcinlay
12th Aug 2020
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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It was so good to be back and I feel better to have my hair looking good again

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Its lovely to welcome you back

Excited and thrilled

Susan Jacques
12th Aug 2020
Team Member: Grace
5.0
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Really excited to have my appointment with Grace for highlight and lowlights - a change for me from tinting. Great relaxed atmosphere. Grace was super skilful and I was thrilled with the result - really enhanced the cut I had with Helene the week before. A very satisfied customer.

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New customer

Maxine Bendiner
8th Aug 2020
Team Member: Charlie
4.0
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I visited Shine for the first time. Charlie was very attentive. I was happy with my cut and colour. Charlie gave me the best head massage that I've had in a long time, nearly fell asleep. I felt very pampered. I look forward to my next appointment.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Hi Maxine,
I was just replying to our reviews and noticed that I had failed to respond to you, I sincerely apologise.
Return to work has been difficult and we had to adjust our prices for the extra time we have to allow. We have since reviewed our prices and you'll be pleased to know that we have decreased them slightly. You also now have the opportunity to book in with our younger stylists for your colour and then book back with Charlie.
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any further queries or i can be of further help.
I value any feedback you have to offer.
Kind Regards
Leigh Anthony (Salon Owner)

Children’s hair cuts

Louise
8th Aug 2020
Team Member: Grace
4.5
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Proper hair cuts for my daughters - Grace was really nice to them, worked quickly and did a really good cut on both of them.

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Great service as always

Karen Cook
7th Aug 2020
Team Member: Helene
5.0

Always professional and welcoming. Hair always feels and looks great after. Always so happy. Eleanor was great with the colour too.

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First post lockdown visit

Trish
7th Aug 2020
5.0

First visit post lockdown, simply put, what a complete joy! Cat and the girls welcomed me like a long lost friend. There was no change to the usual exceptional standards in the salon and the extra COVID secure measures in place took all the stress away. Perfect!

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Colour correction and cut

Victoria Sargent
5th Aug 2020
Team Member: Chloe
5.0
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A very positive first experience at Shine this morning. Chloe did an amazing job. She listened to everything I said, reassuringly consulted with me every step of the way, putting me at ease from the moment I came in. She has carefully and skilfully begun to correct my colour and the cut is beautiful. I look forward to seeing her again in September to continue the journey towards a colour I would like and I have every faith that Chloe will achieve this based on her work today.

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Amazing

Anonymous
2nd Aug 2020
Team Member: Liv
5.0

Liv was just amazing, she managed to transfer my hair from an awful brown/red to a gorgeous blonde. She did an incredible job after I used many box dyes. Feels very safe with all new safety measures put in place

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you so much for your kind review.
Hope to see you soon
Leigh x

High quality all round

Anonymous
1st Aug 2020
Team Member: Claire
5.0

Always a good experience at Shine. Feels safe and clean.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thats lovely to hear. Thank you so much

Great highlights and cut

Sandra Faulkner
28th Jul 2020
Team Member: Catherine
4.5
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So pleased with my fresh highlights and cut!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Sandra for your review. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon

At Long Last

Roger Kolien
25th Jul 2020
Team Member: Emily
4.5
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I was desperate for a hair cut, but didn't know what to expect, following the re-opening. All was fine. Always enjoy chatting to Emily and she cutsmy hair (what is left of it) well.

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Great Experience! First time customer!

JenniferG
24th Jul 2020
Team Member: Lily
4.5

Lovely salon! Great Service!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Jennifer for taking the time to review us . So glad you enjoyed your experience with us .
Kind Regards
Leigh Anthony

Hair by Cat

Georgia Bailey-thwaites
24th Jul 2020
Team Member: Catherine
5.0
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Have been having my hair done by Cat for 7/8 years now and she always does such an amazing job, I was so happy when the salon doors were open again. The safety measures put in place meant the whole experience comfortable and enjoyable. I wouldn’t go anywhere else !

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

What lovely feedback. Thank you Georgia.
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.
Leigh

Quality 'me' time

Emma Teakle
24th Jul 2020
Team Member: Catherine
5.0

Leigh and the team have really thought about everything to make the salon experience as safe but still as enjoyable as possible. By paying 'by the hour' for your appointment time, you get a much more personable experience with your stylist so you still feel like you're getting the quality 'me' time as before. The stylists are stars, as per, taking precautions with PPE, sanitising stations and even cleaning the seats after every client to ensure our safety. Thank you Cat for making me feel amazing for a few hours!

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Thank you Charlie

Steve Colville
23rd Jul 2020
Team Member: Charlie
5.0
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All very well organised in accordance with guidelines. Charlie excellent as always. Great to see Shine back in business. Best wishes all.

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Post lockdown haircut

Sandra Barlow
21st Jul 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
5.0
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Another fab haircut from Lorraine! Thank you. Very good Covid19 processes in place, nice calm environment. Would recommend time and again x

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A very satisfactory experience

Anonymous
21st Jul 2020
5.0

As this was my first visit to Shine I wasn’t too sure what to expect but Charlie put me at ease immediately. She gave me good advice on how to repair my hair colour and I am very pleased with the way she has cut and blow dried it today. Loved the back massage while having my hair washed! Looking forward to my next appointment. The salon is also large enough not to feel threatened by the current circumstances and the stylists are all wearing PPE visors.

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Great service and cut

ISABEL Martinez
21st Jul 2020
Team Member: Charlie
5.0
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Great service by Charlie. Lovely hair cut. Very pleasant overall

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Thank you

Sally
20th Jul 2020
Team Member: Scarlett
5.0

Thank you for making me feel welcome and comfortable yesterday. Love the haircut and literally, feel lighter. I also want to give Charlie credit for the cut I had before lockdown, which kept it's shape for a long time.

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Fab cut and colour

Clair Goble
19th Jul 2020
Team Member: Chloe
5.0
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Had an amazing cut and colour this week with Chloe, she completely understood what I wanted and I’m thrilled with the results.

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Shine

Holly Fillingham
18th Jul 2020
5.0
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It was so lovely to be back in the salon again!! Kat did a fantastic job on my cut & colour & albeit things are a bit different the team made the experience still a relaxed and enjoyable one! X

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Amazing restyle and colour

Debbie Armstrong
17th Jul 2020
Team Member: Emily
5.0
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Amazing restyle and great advice

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Excellent service

Maureen Burgess
17th Jul 2020
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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So happy with my colour and restyle thank you Helene. I felt totally relaxed as you can see the staff have worked hard to provide a safe and professional environment. Thank you.

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Excellent experience

Anonymous
16th Jul 2020
5.0

I received excellent service and I’m very happy with the colour and condition of my hair.

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Great to be back

Lesley Crawley
16th Jul 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
5.0
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Thank you Lorraine for my amazing colour cut and style you was professional as always and it was lovely to see you.

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Excellent

Stephen Pye
16th Jul 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
5.0
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It was great to get a haircut! Really appreciated the effort that’s been made to keep clients and staff safe in these difficult times. Thank you.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Stephen,
We really appreciate your feedback
Leigh

Excellent, professional and friendly

Rosie Moss
15th Jul 2020
Team Member: Grace
5.0
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Very professional service. Grace was well informed and guided me on the best treatment And service for my poor damaged hair. I left
the salon feeling amazing and my hair actually SHINED, something I’ve not seen in a while!
It is expensive but you get what you pay for.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Rosie for taking your time to review us . So glad you enjoyed your visit

Well done Shine

Carol Turner
13th Jul 2020
Team Member: Liv
5.0
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Excellent full head tint and blow dry from Liv. Pleasure to be in her company

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you Carol, she's a real trooper x

Cut and finish

Anonymous
12th Jul 2020
5.0

Excellent haircut by Leigh. Always made to feel welcome and very pampered!

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thank you so much x

Hair appointment after lockdown

Denise
11th Jul 2020
5.0

I had an appointment with Leigh. I am very pleased with my hair - worth the wait! Thank you.

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Thank you Denise. So glad you were pleased x

Missed you!

Jill Hunt
11th Jul 2020
Team Member: Lorraine
5.0
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Slightly worried about my first appointment after lockdown but the one way system, temperature check, lashings of anti bac gel, sterile equipment pack and spotless branch, made it stress free. Lorraine turned me from “Cousin it” to a real person, relaxed and feeling great. Couldn’t recommend the Team enough.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Im so glad you felt safe and looked after
Leigh

Keep calm and carry on

Julie Kirby
11th Jul 2020
Team Member: Helene
5.0
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It was lovely to see you all
I could see how hard you have worked to make this a safe environment
Well done
Also love my hair colour

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Lovely to see you too Julie

Amazing as always

Jasmin Taylor
10th Jul 2020
Team Member: Chloe
4.5
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So so happy to be back at shine with Chloe. Felt safe and hygienic with the same incredible service and quality as usual.

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Pleasure to be back

Sam
7th Jul 2020
Team Member: Charlie
5.0

My visit to Shine was a very enjoyable one. The ladies are clearly well rehearsed in the new safety practices, and every effort is taken to minimise contact at all points.
Charlie, as usual, was engaging, professional, and did a wonderful job.

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Response from Shine Hairdressing

Thats lovely to hear .
Thank you for your review