Sands Hairdressing

7, Waterloo Gardens, Penylan, Cardiff / Caerdydd, South Glamorgan, CF23 5AA

About us

Sands Hairdressing, located in the tranquil setting of Pen-y-lan Cardiff, provides a relaxed and welcoming environment. Using the finest Aveda products the stylist offer exceptional cutting and colouring techniques. Inspired by the Ayurvedic Philosophy guests enjoy complimentary consultations, stress relieving massages and make up touch ups.

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Opening hours

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

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Anna Sainsbury-Thomas
24th Jan 2020
5.0
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Excellent . Stuart is the best x

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Excellent

Lamar Mohammed
20th Jan 2020
5.0
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My daughter had an excellent service.with nice hair massage,and beautiful hair styling and trimming. She went home very happy.
The stylist Hannah was very very friendly and kind.
( I loved my hair style so much.This is the best hair salon ever!) from Lamar

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The Balayage Queen

Lucy Janes
17th Jan 2020
5.0
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Hannah gave me a very thorough consultation and took a lot of time to listen and understand the look I wanted. She ensured I was happy before she started colouring and was very friendly and helpful throughout my appointment. I absolutely love the results my balayage is absolutely perfect! Thanks Hannah :)

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Great haircut in lovely environment

Claire Edmunds
15th Jan 2020
5.0
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Great haircut in a lovely salon with lovely people. Friendly and relaxing environment with staff that go the extra mile.

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R Hancock
15th Jan 2020
5.0

Have been a customer for many years (well, nearly a couple of decades), absolutely the most professional, friendly and welcoming salon, the knowledge and skill of the stylists is second to none, a relaxing spa atmosphere and always feels like a treat. Sands’ stylists always have your best interests foremost, and I have never experienced similar when have have had to go elsewhere. I do not hesitate to recommend the salon, and the fact I travel from another city to visit speaks volumes!

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Blonde Bombshell ?

Sam Lloyd
11th Jan 2020
5.0
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Yet another positive and all encompassing experience at the salon for my hair appointment with Stuart today.
Always a warm welcome. Today the salon even moved Salon ‘kit’ to accommodate my friend and I sitting together for our in tandem visit. A complimentary chilled glass of wine was offered to get us in the mood for the luxury experience ahead.
I enjoyed my complimentary hand and arm massage whilst waiting for my colour to develop and a deliciously relaxing complimentary head massage at the basins.
More than all that, joy which the team at Sands brings to each experience makes the difference. From the young, beguiling and wonderfully genuine apprentices right through to the salon manager the service is completely wonderful.
The Aveda product led salon lives true to the values of that brand. Leaving smelling and feeling completely ‘zen’ with a gorgeous hairdo as always. Thank you Sands. Worth every penny ❤️

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Excellent cut and highlights and treatment from all staff

Christine Wilson
10th Jan 2020
5.0
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Pleased with service from all shampoo. Massage, coffee , cut and highlights from Ceri really exactly what I wanted
Thank you

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Excellent experience

Kelli Callaghan
10th Jan 2020
5.0

Excellent experience with Jasmine. She’s always attentive and listens carefully to my requests. Extremely friendly and helpful salon

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Claire
8th Jan 2020
5.0

Excellent as always

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Helen Davies
2nd Jan 2020
5.0
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Super appointment as always. Have been having my haircut for several years with two stylists. Always attention to detail especially after recent operation.

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Cut and blow-dry

Helen Davies
2nd Jan 2020
5.0
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Super appointment as always. Have been having my haircut for several years with two stylists. Always attention to detail especially after recent operation.

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My experience at Sands

Christine Lewis
31st Dec 2019
5.0
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I was really pleased with my haircut with Ceri.She listened to my ideas and therefore I was happy with the result. Lovely hair products used, my hair smelled great and was glossy. Very relaxing head massage during shampoo. I shall definitely be returning.

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My experience at Sands

Christine Lewis
31st Dec 2019
5.0
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I was really pleased with my haircut with Ceri.She listened to my ideas and therefore I was happy with the result. Lovely hair products used, my hair smelled great and was glossy. Very relaxing head massage during shampoo. I shall definitely be returning.

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Friendly and great cut

Clare Lewis-Jones
23rd Dec 2019
5.0
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It’s a very friendly well-run salon. Had good advice and a great cut.

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A happy loyal customer

Sian Jenkins
23rd Dec 2019
5.0
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Walked in feeling like an ugly sister and left feeling like Cinderella! Beni worked her magic again amidst a wonderful team. Thank you!

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Love my hair

LEANNE
20th Dec 2019
5.0
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My first visit, loved the service from all the lovely people. And loved my new haircut.

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A couple of hours of relaxation amidst the Christmas bedlam!

Eve Walker
18th Dec 2019
5.0
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Great colour and styling from Chantelle again - never disappointed - and lovely hand/arm massage and shampoo from Oti! Happy Christmas to all the lovely staff at Sands! X

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Fab as always

Kelly Huggins
14th Dec 2019
5.0
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Been coming here for years, great staff who I know I can trust with colour and just get on with it and a lovely salon environment. My treat to myself for some self-care time

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#metime

Adrienne Lamb
14th Dec 2019
5.0
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Always look forward to my routine visit to Sands. Ben (John) always does the best job even when I’m so indecisive. I have spent 3 hours+ there every five weeks for the last 5 years and will continue to do so. Merry Christmas all at Sands especially Ben, Jas, Nicole and dear Olivia. X

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Great service

Sarah Harding-Roberts
14th Dec 2019
5.0
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Great service, professional cut and styling. Highly recommended with very welcoming and friendly staff.

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Lovely hair

Abigail Harris
14th Dec 2019
5.0
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As ever, a lovely morning at Sands in the safe hands of Phil - I’ve come out with fabulous hair (though I say so myself).

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Consistently brilliant

JENNIFER Allan
13th Dec 2019
5.0
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Just a great overall experience - not just a haircut

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Lush

Rhianidd Dickson
12th Dec 2019
5.0
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Love this salon and the people who work there. I always feel pampered and refreshed when I leave

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Excellent

Janett Jefferson Clark
12th Dec 2019
5.0
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All great.

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Great haircut

SK
12th Dec 2019
4.5
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The stylist listened to what I need from a cut and gave me a great cut that looks sharp and stylish but is easy to manage

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Thank you :)

Emily
10th Dec 2019
5.0
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First time in Sands, really friendly staff, Hannah was brilliant and I love my hair! Thank you, have a great Christmas!

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Harri
9th Dec 2019
5.0

I love having my hair cut by Stuart, I’m only 9 but Stuart always goes out of his way to make me feel welcome and special! I also like my new hair cut! Harri

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Love Sands ❤️

Lynette
6th Dec 2019
5.0
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Nowhere else like it! Beautiful and relaxing atmosphere, friendly and kind staff, great coffee and always parking outside! They think of everything (thanks especially to Jenny, Stacey and Chantelle), even a dyson fan for those hot days at the salon!! #lifesaver xxx

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A great salon

Sonia Liggett
28th Nov 2019
5.0
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I have been going to Sands for many years and always have a great cut and style from Phil.

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Juliet Hales
23rd Nov 2019
5.0

I always enjoy visiting Sands, staff are all so friendly, I have lovely coffee/wine and a fab haircut with Debbie. A very relaxing and positive experience.

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Great as always

Rusty Livock
20th Nov 2019
5.0
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In out quick and to the point

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Enjoyable

Joanne Adams
13th Nov 2019
5.0
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As always, lovely relaxed atmosphere and friendly helpful staff.

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Phil at his best?

Maureen Fallon
9th Nov 2019
5.0
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Thank you Sands. Fab service. Love the colour and cut.

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I ❤️ Sands

Cath K
6th Nov 2019
5.0
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As always great cut and colour with Ceri, super friendly and professional team. So glad I found this salon. Thank you Sands.

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Excellent - again

Bethan Ullah
6th Nov 2019
5.0
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Am delighted as always with the highlights Jasmin has done and the cut and finish from John. A salon with extremely high standards and a warm, friendly atmosphere. Thanks again guys! x

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Great salon

Debbie Evans
6th Nov 2019
5.0
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The staff are always friendly and extremely helpful. Nothing is too much trouble.

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The best

Alex Richards
4th Nov 2019
5.0
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I've been coming here for about 13 years and Ben has been doing my hair for 10 years! I wouldn't trust anyone else with my hair! All of the staff are great and can't do enough when I'm there! My favourite salon!

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Loyal client forever

Tara Evans
3rd Nov 2019
5.0
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I have been a client of Sands for many years. I would never go anywhere else.
Just had my roots done with Cari, who is amazing and so friendly. Thank you Cari x

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A happy loyal customer

Sian Jenkins
29th Oct 2019
5.0
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Magical, beautiful, caring professional, Brilliant. Every appointment a total treat from start to finish. Thank you Beni!

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Amazing Salon

Alanna Harmsworth
26th Oct 2019
5.0
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Great salon. Jasmin understood the exact colour I wanted. The outcome of my hair was outstanding. Thank you.

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Very pleased with my hair

Iryna Reed
24th Oct 2019
5.0
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Ceri had been me hairdresser for many years and she never disappoints me.
I am happy today with my colour and haircut.

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Jayne Roberts
21st Oct 2019
5.0
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Very good ..fav hairdressers

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21st Oct 2019
5.0

Very good service

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Excellent as usual

Anonymous
17th Oct 2019
5.0

Kaye is always very attentive and has done a good job on my hair. Staff always friendly and helpful

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Fabulous

Eve Walker
14th Oct 2019
5.0
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Another great experience at Sands. Chantelle is a brilliant colourist and stylist (please don’t book any more holidays!!). Also thank you Nicole for the lovely hand/arm massage and shampoo.

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Fab, as always!

Lucy Kirtley
12th Oct 2019
5.0
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Thank you Jon for another great cut on my son, we are always so well looked after. Huge thanks to Jayden for taking the time to French plait my daughter’s hair while we were waiting - such a kind gesture.

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John

Vera Richards
11th Oct 2019
5.0
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As always an excellent service provided by John

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Best of the crop

Jill Beddoes
10th Oct 2019
5.0
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From the moment you enter Sands Hair Salon you are greeted by warm, friendly staff. For the entire duration of your visit the service is 5 star. Hot and cold drinks are frequently offered - nothing is too much trouble. It is a very relaxed atmosphere which is ideal for those who may get anxious about going to a hairdresser.
The stylists are first class. I always leave feeling a million dollars and well groomed. Sands has been my hair salon of choice for many years and will continue to be in the future. They are a terrific, hardworking team.

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Beni's brill

Sian Williams
8th Oct 2019
5.0
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As always a terrific experience. Great colour and cut. Beni never diappoints.

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Beni's brill

Sian Williams
8th Oct 2019
4.5
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As always a terrific experience. Great colour and cut. Beni never diappoints.

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