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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Stuart

Nick Barratt
5th Oct 2019
5.0
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Great stylist!!! , professional and friendly staff

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Colour and cut

Elaine Reed
5th Oct 2019
5.0
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As usual excellent service.

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Ceri

Nerys Thomas C
2nd Oct 2019
4.5
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Really pleased with cut and colour
Ceri excellent as ever.
Met a new apprentice who was lovely and did a great job.

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Hayley Mian
27th Sep 2019
5.0

I love coming to Sands. I have been coming to the salon now for about 6 years and I wouldn’t go anywhere else. The staff are amazingly friendly and my hair always looks like I’ve just stepped out of a salon!!

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Great, personal hairdressing service

Cherry Stewart
26th Sep 2019
5.0
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Sands is like an oasis - offering a relaxing, personal service. Ceri is a great hairdresser - also sensitive and accommodating - exactly what you need!

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Great experience

Jill Greenwell
23rd Sep 2019
5.0
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Lovely haircut with benni and overall nice experience in the salon

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The Classic Hair Salon with Modern Day Diversity

Linda Manley
19th Sep 2019
5.0
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It’s always such a treat to spend time at Sands having the experts pamper, style and create the most perfect hair finish.
Sands is friendly to all and is a salon with refreshing diversity. There are no age barriers, no culture differences and your own unique style is created to boost your confidence.
I will go nowhere else and have followed Sheila for more than ........ let’s just say lots of years ?

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More than a haircut!

Sarah S
16th Sep 2019
5.0
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I came to the salon for a trim, to pick myself up after a stressful few days moving house. All the staff were lovely and the unexpected complimentary head, arm and hand massage made my trip feel more like an afternoon at the spa! Debbie was lovely, cut my hair exactly as I requested and I have already booked a second appointment.

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Great Experience

Sarah
16th Sep 2019
5.0
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First visit to the salon, the atmosphere was relaxed and I was made to feel very welcome.
Was offered drinks and magazines on arrival and a lovely head massage whilst waiting for my stylist Ceri.
I didn't get the name of the girl who washed my hair but it was AMAZING and left me feeling very relaxed.
Ceri was friendly and did a great job with the cut. He advice on other services was honest and helpful.
Also had a lovely hand and arm massage
Will definitely be returning

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Lovely blow dry

Tracy Bird
14th Sep 2019
5.0

Really relaxing and fantastic blow dry

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Very satisfied client!

Siw Jones
11th Sep 2019
5.0
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As usual, very pleased with all aspects of the service from Sands Hairdressing. All staff display 100% commitment to maximising customer satisfaction. Once again- many thanks. Already looking forward to my next visit!

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First time

Rachel Spittle
10th Sep 2019
4.5
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I was fitted in same day, which was very accommodating and much appreciated as I had a function to attend that weekend. The service was attentive and I was pleased with the final look. Overall experience was great!

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Brilliant

Bridget O Regan
9th Sep 2019
5.0
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I was a limitless apprehensive as I have had the same hairdresser for many years but due to circumstances had to make a change. I need not have worried, Gary was understanding kind and brilliant.
My hair looks brilliant!

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My first experience In the UK

Raquel B
9th Sep 2019
4.5
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All the people has been a lot of patien and considered with me. Thanks

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Great experience all round

Kim Timothy
6th Sep 2019
5.0
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Lovely hair salon my hairdresser is Gary he’s a fabulous hair stylist and all round lovely person I feel totally happy when he’s doing my hair

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Above and beyond.

Anna Brown
6th Sep 2019
5.0
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Above and beyond any salon that i have been to.
Even walking me to my car as i had no umbrella and it was pouring down, so Debbie my hairdresser, walked me to my car holding an umbrella over my hair.
Nothing is too much trouble,

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Hair amazing with debbie as always!

Louise Leach
4th Sep 2019
5.0
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Debbie is a fantastic stylist, always so attentive, understands what I like and listens to your needs. Very hard to come by such a wonderful hairdresser. Love the holistic feeling I have when I come and it’s my little treat.

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A happy loyal customer

Sian Jenkins
3rd Sep 2019
5.0
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Left salon feeling confident and happy. Booked next three appointments!? Delighted with result.

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Relaxing perfect haircut

Ceri Walby
3rd Sep 2019
5.0
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Stuart cut and colored my hair today.
The salon is relaxed, friendly and comfortable.
Stuart listened and advised in coloring and cut and I was very happy with the result.
I would have no hesitation in recommending

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Great salon ?‍♀️

GRACE Rhys- Jones
1st Sep 2019
4.5
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Lovely experience as ever Hannah was obliging and willing to do my hair as I wanted it Friendly calm salon with beautiful products

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Highly recommend

Sophie Leeds
29th Aug 2019
5.0
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Great haircut with Gary , listened to what i wanted and advised accordingly. Highly recommend

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Relaxed Sunday experience

Kate
25th Aug 2019
5.0
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Beni highlighted my hair to perfection, no need for toner. I explained my hair has a lot of hidden red in it and she obviously adjusted the colour mix to make it ideal. Then after showing Beni pictures in a magazine she went on the cut my hair exactly like the images. Hannah then blow dried my hair beautifully creating natural looking waves. One very contented customer! The overall vibe was relaxed and happy.

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Ellen Lewis
23rd Aug 2019
5.0
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Great cut and colour!

Susan
23rd Aug 2019
5.0

Ceri always gives an excellent service, she listens and asks lots of questions to achieve exactly what you are looking for. She is warm and friendly and a passionate and very talented hairdresser who really delivers 100% on every visit.

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Relaxation

Alison Down
22nd Aug 2019
5.0
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I love my morning at Sands. Everyone is so welcoming and helpful and Carole really understands my hair

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Appointment with Debbie

Sioned Edwards
21st Aug 2019
4.5
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Fantastic as always but it is a little pricey.

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Cut and colour with John

Lisa Wood
18th Aug 2019
5.0
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Always a pleasure to go to Sands. My hair is looking better than it has for some time thanks to Johns skills and the Aveda products.A lovely salon.

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Sandra Edmunds
16th Aug 2019
5.0
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Fantastic salon, friendly staff and excellent coffee. Super pleased with my new look .

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Feeling brighter!

Eve Walker
13th Aug 2019
5.0
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Felt like a bit of a lift and Chantelle did a great job as always - adding some lighter blonde! Not quite Marilyn Monroe yet but on my way! Fabulous service and a real tonic! Thank you x

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Relaxing and enjoyable

SHEILA LEWIS
11th Aug 2019
5.0
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Had cut and colour with Bridie today and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.

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Blonde Bombshell ?

Sam Lloyd
10th Aug 2019
5.0
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Another fabulous result by my incredible stylist, Stuart. Stuart has to use all of his creative prowess to completely change my hair colour to a very cool blonde. I’m so thrilled with my new look.
As always, a genuine welcome from all of the team in this friendly, wonderful salon.
The special treats which are complimentary are always geared up to leave the clients feeling spoiled, pampered and uplifted. Nothing is ever too much trouble. The skill set of the stylists is incredible. Thanks to all ❤️

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Wedding day hair

Ffion Price
10th Aug 2019
5.0
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Absolutely loved my hair. Beautifully done by Carrie. Would highly recommend her! Very friendly staff and so welcoming! Would return for sure. Even greeted with my coat being taken off me and a choice of hot and cold drinks. Perfect!

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Excellent experience as always

Susan Roberts
9th Aug 2019
5.0
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High quality hair cutting and finish from very accomplished stylists

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Bye bye oldilocks hello goldilocks!

Andrea Parr
8th Aug 2019
5.0
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I was recommended Gary when new to Cardiff and wanting to free my 52 year old self of a thinniing, sun dried, neglected, lack lustre, withered head nest.

The team was fabulous Turned it into a shining, vibrant, healthy, thicker looking crown in no time.

Gary's cut was spot on, he knew what to do with little prompting to give me an easy care flattering and versatile style. Everyone who has seen it so far has commented on the cut and asked where I had it done.

Best of all he didn't spend an hour spraying and tooling it into a style, the cut did it all with minimal intervention from product and heat tools meaning my hair just feels natural but still 'done'. I know I can make it look like this again after I wash it and I won't be two hours faffing before work and yet I know with a few potions (you can pick some up in the salon) and some teasing I could have a different look if I fancied stepping it up a bit. The fab products including a recommended protein treatment really brought the blonde out in my hair. Just love it.

Freebie head massage, hand and arm massage, lovely cuppa, modern bright environment with a beautiful outdoor waiting space, happy smiley super helpful staff, gorgeous products...what more could we need?

Not the cheapest salon I've been in, not the most expensive either but definitely the best. Can't wait to go back.

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My first experience

Eileen knight
7th Aug 2019
5.0

Had my first experience At sands today . I found all the staff friendly and felt a million dollars when I came out. I love my new hair cut. I forgot the name of the gentleman who cut my hair, sorry! he was very charming and did an excellent job. Thank you. I will be coming back.

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Great hair salon

Nima Yaseri
3rd Aug 2019
5.0
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I had nice hair cut with Good customer service,

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Feeling relaxed and special

Sue Jones
1st Aug 2019
4.5
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I always feel spoilt and well looked after by Benni and of course my hair always looks beautiful.

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Very satisfied customer

Yvonne Ingram
30th Jul 2019
5.0
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Hi I had my hair cut and coloured by Beni today
I had highlights and a professional cut
I was extremely pleased with my treatments
I have rebooked again with Beni
I can highly recommend
Yvonne Ingram
Caerphilly

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lush experience

Kirstin Roberts
28th Jul 2019
5.0
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I visited Sands looking for a relaxing experience and an expert stylist to freshen up my ‘do. Debbie is fantastic! Her head massages melt stress away, and the cut she gave me is perfect! I didn’t properly describe what I was looking for, but lo and behold she figured it out and now I’m so happy with my cut. (it’s a shag, not a long bob) The Aveda experience, products, and expert stylists at Sands are amazing and worth a try!

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Kym Roberts
21st Jul 2019
5.0
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I had my hair re-shaped yesterday.
As ever, the service was excellent even though the salon was very busy on a Saturday.
This is best salon I have ever been to.

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Claire Turner
20th Jul 2019
5.0
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Once again fab colour great blow dry by Beni !

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Thanks to Bennie

Lynn Glaister
20th Jul 2019
5.0
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Bennie is wonderful. Friendly and the extras such as head massage are great

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Wonderful

Rhiannon Jones
20th Jul 2019
5.0

Another fabulous haircut and experience!

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Great morning

Amy Loughlin
18th Jul 2019
4.5
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Very happy with my hair - little extras like hand massage make it a real treat. Staff all very helpful.

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Julie Phillips
17th Jul 2019
5.0
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Always a lovely experience at sands. Beni does my hair and always knows what to do- my hair always looks amazing!

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First Visit

Victoria Morley-Jones
13th Jul 2019
5.0
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My first trip, absolutely won’t be my last. What a lovely business!

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12July 2019

Olivia Jones
12th Jul 2019
5.0
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Excellent, as usual!

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Molly Comper
5th Jul 2019
5.0
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Really impressed with everything! Hannah was excellent and I have already booked in a second appointment :) thank you again!

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Anonymous
5th Jul 2019
5.0

Lovely hair cut. Thank you

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BETH Tram
3rd Jul 2019
4.0
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Lovely staff and good hair cut. Enjoyed the complementary massage also.

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