Haringtons Blog
Summer in Style with Haringtons
We’re absolutely loving the warmer weather and summer vibes at Haringtons; but when we are sitting in beer gardens or barbequing with friends, are we forgetting our essentials for good hair?
Hair Smoothing & Straightening Treatments
If you are looking for long-lasting smooth hair that is free from frizz, you’ll be delighted to learn that we offer a fabulous hair smoothing and straightening service at most of our Haringtons salons.
A brand new you at a snip!
It's a familiar story, probably more so now than ever, there's too much month and not enough money and a brand new hair style is just what you needed to make you look and feel amazing...Maybe next month. Or better yet, maybe now?
Christmas Gifts Guide
With Christmas just around the corner we thought it would be a great chance to talk about some of the amazing gifts out there for our hair. Whether you are treating your family, friends or yourself – there is something out there for everyone…
Hari’s Halloween
It's that time of year where the ghosts and ghouls come out to play, the Halloween parties are in full swing and the kiddies are all geared up for a sugar overload of Trick or Treating. But how are you going to get into the Halloween spirit without going full on Sanderson Sisters. Well we've decided to scour the internet for you and showcase the best in spooky hair accessories or styles - after all we are Haringtons Hair.
The good, the bad, and the ugly of curly hair.
Curly hair can be hard work – but then again so can straight. Having weird straight-ish hair with a little wave, I’m that in-between of beautiful curly locks and poker straight strands. A little bit like a 90’s perm gone limp. But I’ve always wished I had curly hair? Much like I’m sure if I had curly hair I would long for straight. Let’s face it we’re never happy with what we’ve got are we?!
Breast Cancer Awareness and how you can help!
This blog post is dedicated to our very own Cheryl, Manager of Haringtons Reading, who last year received the devastating news that she’d been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Read more about Cheryl's story below and her bid to raise awareness and shed light on what can be a tough subject for many women across the world.
Loneliness and breaking the Stigma. Mental Health Week
Loneliness has been an important factor contributing to higher levels of distress, resulting from people’s sense of isolation and reduced ability to connect with others. We want to help raise awareness of the impact of loneliness on mental wellbeing and, based on research, list some practical ways in which to help combat it.
4 Ways to indulge this Easter
Whether it's a particularly religious weekend for you or simply a Spring holiday to spend with loved ones, it seems satisfying the taste buds is top priority for many. From Easter eggs and hot cross buns, to Sunday lunch, feasting over the weekend has been an important part of our Easter celebrations for years. Here are our favourite food picks, recipes and recommendations to help you indulge in the best way this Easter.
Signorile. Introducing our SS22 Collection
Welcome to Spring Summer 22 from Haringtons – the Signorile Collection. A combination of cuts and colours that embrace natural styles, lengths and textures. We layer that with the sleekest blow dry, the barely there wave or a perfect accessory. This is what Spring Style is all about; making our client's look so effortlessly chic, it leaves everyone wondering how you did it. Keep reading for the inside scoop on what our Creative Director Barry and his team did to create each hairstyle, along with a few makeup details from our in-house Makeup Artist Vanessa. Which one is going to be your favourite?
This Valentines, it’s all about you!
Why is it that when it comes to Valentine’s Day, self-love is left in the dark? Whilst manifesting good vibes and happiness within, is a top priority for so many this year, it’s time to focus on showing a little compassion for your busy, hardworking self. The shops are filling with chocolate, champagne and petals, but there are so many other ways to treat yourself and give yourself some much needed self-care that will have you feeling relaxed and pampered in the best way. Here are few things we'd recommend to help you feel good and indulge;
Fend off Frizz - Top Tips to keep your hair sleek this Winter
Frizzy hair. Whether you barely notice it, or it feels like a constant battle to keep it under control, sometimes you just want to have a frizz-free hair day. We know that winter can be a particularly tricky time to keep your locks looking sleek, so we got Haringtons UK Creative Director, Barry, to share his top tips for fighting frizz below for us.
4 Hair Masks to Help Condition Winter Strands
From an argan oil-infused deep conditioning mask to a sumptuous smelling banana infused hair treatment for just £12, below are a few gorgeous options that can help save even the most dry and damaged strands from any cold, dry, dismal aggressors this season.
Your Winter Walk Awaits
For many, it remains a Christmas tradition to take a stroll in the countryside after quite literally devouring a plate of turkey, pigs in blankets and of course…stuffing! Whilst you might prefer to keep your walk local, we're here to help inspire you to go somewhere new this year. Below are just a few classic British locations, ideal for a festive walk.
Autumn Hair Trends You Need to Know About!
The gingerbread lattes are back, the trees have gone from green to brown and the trench coats and boots are out in full force, so it’s time we let you in on the hottest hair looks this season. We spoke to our Creative Director Barry, as he predicts the most fashionable trends you’ll see this side of Christmas
Top Hairstyles Worth Trying This Summer
Summer has arrived and there’s only one thing on our mind; brightening those locks! Honey highlights, the beach wave and a sunkissed balayage are amongst our most popular requests!
5 Vitamins for Healthy Hair, Skin and Nails
Things are looking good for the market of beauty supplements targeting hair, skin, and nail health. According to a consumer report published on Medgadget, the global market is expected to reach $6.8 billion by 2024. Of course, following the guidance of scientists is key, they recommend the best way to get proper nutrients is from diet, but we recognise, with the hectic lifestyles we all lead, there’s often a need to ‘top up’ when living perfectly isn’t possible. So if you’re looking at supplements already, here are some key ingredients to look for to maintain healthy hair, skin, and nails.
A GHD is only a salon stop away!
We’ve always loved GHD, so we’re excited to now stock their products in salon to use on our clients, as well as for clients to buy for themselves at home – but how do you know which one you should choose? Well, our new free-to-use GHD Style Stations may offer the perfect solution!
When Haringtons met Muddy…
We were absolutely delighted to invite the Editor-in-Chief of Muddy Stilettos, the women's lifestyle experts, to Haringtons, to put us to the test. The very lovely Hero Brown, lets you in on a very honest view on her hair woes and dreams (doesn't it feel familiar?!) and gives you a taste of the Haringtons Experience in her review below.
Don't Forget to Take a Skin Test!
If you've not had a colour test in the last 6 months, or you’re new to us, we will need to do a skin test at least 48 hours before your hair colour appointment.