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Here at Guy Christian hair salon we strive to offer the most dedicated, personalised service available in Cardiff. Our salon ambience is relaxed but professional and our aim is to make your time wi... show more

Address:: 111-113 City Road, Roath, Cardiff, Wales CF24 3BN
Contact us:: 029 2047 3073
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Opening hours:: Mon, Fri - Sat: 10:00 - 18:00
Tue - Wed: 10:00 - 19:00
Thu: 10:00 - 20:00
Sun: closed
Sunday (december only) 10am - 5pm

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56 reviews of Guy Christian Hair Salon in English

kaycegarc...
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 11 March 2013

Highly recommend Guy Christian. I've always had trouble finding hairdressers who can handle my long, course and thick hair. After moving to Cardiff 2 years ago from California, I'm very proud to call myself a Guy Christian regular! I've tried a few different stylists at the salon and highly recommend Danielle. My favourite thing about her is how knowledgeable and aware she is of what style/cut will look the best on me. I usually just sit down in the chair, tell her what I'm thinking about changing, and trust her opinion and expertise. I even followed her to the Bay salon. The salon offers free and discount cuts/colours done by trainees, which is very worth it when you're low on ££. Trainees are overseen the entire time, so you can trust it will be done correctly. Student discount comes in handy as well. Just make sure you hold on to your loyalty card! The rewards are worth it.

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guychristian, 12 March 2013:
Thanks for the review Kayce, see you in the bay next time!
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Tracy 81
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 7 March 2013
(updated on 9 March 2013 )

I have thick curly hair and have always had trouble finding a good stylist. So I was having a look at some of the reviews here hoping find some recommendations for a stylist who is good with curly hair where I found some for Guy Christian. I'm sorry I have to say I am rather surprised at this. I had Guy Christian cut my hair last October and was very disappointed.

As I said, I have always had problems trying to find someone to cut my thick curly hair well. So much so I straightened it for a while, but it was such hard work I decided to go back curly although the transition from straightened to curly was taking a little while as it had become quite damaged and brittle. It was a dreadful mess and I had a trip to the States planned so I thought I would go to Guy Christian to get it sorted out as I had heard good things about him.

In Guys defence, I found him to be polite and courteous, and I didn't have to wait too long to see him. However, I felt he didn't really listen to me and worst of all after cutting he insisted on blow-drying it straight before I left the salon! As a straight style it was a nice cut but I didn't want it straight I wanted it curly, and as it was straight when I left the salon I had no way of knowing how it would look curly until I got home and washed it, which I didn't think was quite right. I should at least have some idea of whether or not I like my cut before I leave the salon. When I did get home and washed it was terrible! I hated it! The shape at the back was all wrong, the front was too long and it was super frizzy from blow-drying with a round brush! I was in tears, and I didn't have the time to go back to get it fixed before I went to America so my only option was to fork out for some dual voltage straighteners and adaptor plug, and faff around every day I was there straightening it! Best of all, the damage from using straighteners again put me back in that messy transition stage again, and it's still hasn't fully recovered now five months on!

All in all very disappointing and extremely frustrating as it seems from some of these reviews that Guy Christian is actually very good with curly hair, just not mine for some reason. Why???

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guychristian, 12 March 2013:
Hi Tracy,
Thanks for the feedback. Unfortunately my memory of this visit is a little fuzzy as it was 6 months ago, but what I do remember was as you said, that your hair was in bad condition and the ends were straight and the roots were curly.
I also remember that you only wanted a trim, and that wasn’t going to be enough to get your hair back into a condition that could be worn curly, which is why I blow dried it. If I’d have diffused it, I’m sure it would have looked a mess and you wouldn’t have been please with that either.
Getting you hair back into condition is going to be a long journey and not something that can be done in 1 visit.
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natasha_red
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 6 March 2013

Thanks today for my wonderful colour guy christian. My colourist was Vicky but i've had other colourists and they are all consistently good.
This is the only salon in Cardiff i've found which can get the platinum, silver colour i like.
Price is great! i get student discount during the week, and considering i was in there for over 3 and half hours the price was great for the amount of time and products they used. I think i was even discounted a bit more this time because i didnt have time for a full dry finish.
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guychristian, 11 April 2013:
Thanks for the review Natasha, great to hear you had a good time.
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Charlie_C...
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 29 June 2010
(updated on 22 January 2013 )

I’d been using clip in extensions for about 8 years until I heard that Guy Christian Salon had started doing Great lengths extensions. Some friends of mine have them and they always rave about them so thought I’d try for myself.
I had to go for a consultation for them to match my colour and talked about style and aftercare.
I got the exact look I wanted, you can’t see the bonds and them blend in perfectly. I ordered 20 inch hair to start…… Which was too long for me in the end so had a bit cut off…. but personal preference!!
They are not a that much harder to look after either, they take a bit longer to dry..clearly as there’s far more hair …I don’t blow dry them properly though… I just rough dry mine, then straighten or curl (mainly because I’m lazy) you need a soft brush with them too & that’s about it.
To cut a long story short, I will never go back to clip-ins- I’m completely hooked!!
thanks Guy Christian, I’ll certainly be back.

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guychristian, 3 July 2010:
Thanks Charlie, see you soon. X
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libbydavies
Barry
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 13 December 2012

Well... My first review ever. I visited the salon today after getting a bit fed up with my hair and reading great reviews about this salon. I have EXTREMELY thick and curly hair which can prove tricky for some professionals. At first contact with Christian I was put at ease and handed all my hair stress over to him and he made me feel confident in his scissor hands. I had a great wash and then a thorough but not too dramatic cut. Christian then gently twirled and dried my hair with a brilliant diffuser and the final result was wonderful. I walked out with my head held high. Love the way he treated my hair and its owner and I will definitely be coming back and bringing my friends too. Thanks again.

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guychristian, 23 December 2012:
Thanks for the review, glad you love your hair and we’ll see you soon, lloking forward to it!
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hberry86
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 11 December 2012

I came here after reading all the glowing reviews and unfortunately my experience was not so pleasant. I asked for ashy blonde highlights and came out with really warm yellow tones exactly what I was not after!! I also asked for a trim and they cut a good 3 inches off. Not impressed I'm afraid, will not be returning.

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hberry86, 26 December 2012:
I’ve only recently joined QYPE and decided to share my experiences of hairdressers in Cardiff. These visits to hairdressers took place over the past two years, when I have chance I will go back to my reviews and add the date of visit. For Guy Christian I visited on the 2nd of July 2011, I think the appointment was either 10 or 11am. I you like I can send photos of before and after to show what happened. I did receive an email from Guy Christian which was very considerate and even offered to correct the colour however as you can see the visit was a long time ago now! I regret not contacting the salon after the visit as I’m sure in retrospect they could have helped sort the colour out if not the cut (I was however going on holiday the day I had my hair done so had no time to do anything about it).
I may be tempted to go back as they seem keen to resolve any issues but it is a case of once bitten twice shy…
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Faith2012
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 25 August 2012

So I went to Guy Christian today after reading the reviews online. Being a bit sceptical I was a bit worried that they weren't quite true or friends and family might have filled them in... However, I have to say the staff were friendly and really polite and Christian was fantastic. It's been a while since I've been to a salon and people have commented when I have returned home and EVERYONE has commented on how lovely my hair is and how much younger I look with the way he styled it. I don't think i've ever left a salon and thought I don't need to do anything to my hair and for the first time ever I DON'T!!

Not only that Christian was up front and told me that what I wanted wouldn't work and what would be better but eventhough he suggested my hair would look better cut shorter he took my wishes into account and hardly touched the length.

Thanks Christian, i'll definitely be back.

Faith

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guychristian, 26 August 2012:
Thanks for the review, hope you have a good holiday and we’ll see you when you get back.
Caio for now.
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MissMoney...
Cardiff
3 reviews

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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 7 August 2012

Had my haircut last week by Danielle and she did such a great job. I have to say this is probably the best haircut I've ever had - I havent had my hair cut in 5 years due to a very bad experience but Danielle was really nice and gave me lots of advice for my thick curly hair! I wish i had plucked up the courage to have my hair cut sooner!! I would recommend everyone to use this salon...I will definatley be going back! Thanks again for a fab haircut! xx

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guychristian, 26 August 2012:
Thanks for the review, it’s great to hear we’re getting it right! See you soon.
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Ashley91
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 20 June 2012

I have been to Guy Christian over the past year and had my hair cut by the lovely Danielle. The salon itself is amazing - the big chairs, chaise long and even the coffee table with a selection of neatly stacked David LaChapelle books (my favorite photographer!) It's stylish and classy but in no way pretentious.

One of my highlights has to be the foot rests and massage chairs where you get your hair washed!

The staff are always friendly and the service is great. Surprisinglly good value for money, I feel at Guy Christian you get the London top salon experience but with Cardiff prices.

Would definitely reccomend to anyone who is thinking about going, I promise you will not regret it.

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guychristian, 21 June 2012:
Thanks for the brill review!! Hope to see you again soon.
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Selina85
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 4 June 2012

Jay transformed my thick wavy hair into a really wearable bob. Was a bit nervous about going short, as scared of the dreaded triangle look, but was put at ease during the consultation it when it became very apparent that he really considers your individual hair texture and face shape, always a good thing! Highly recommended to all, but especially those long haired ladies who fancy the chop. I will not be going anywhere else any time soon. Thanks Jay!

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guychristian, 13 June 2012:
Thanks for the review Selina, you looked lush!
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AnitaM
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 28 March 2012

I have used this salon a few times now and I would highly recommend Aysha. I had a super cut and finish today as always. Thanks very much

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guychristian, 11 May 2012:
Thanks for the review, Aysha was chuffed to bits. See you soon.
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Jezz2
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 17 March 2012

This is a very good salon with lovely staff. I have used various high end salons in Cardiff, in the bay and city centre, and this one is the best by far. There is a real vibrancy to the place and everyone’s hair looks great when they leave. The best hairdresser experience around.

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guychristian, 11 May 2012:
Thanks Jezz2, hope to see you again soon.
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tillytruble
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 11 March 2012

Firstly, I very rarely commit to products and services before snooping at online reviews. So, two years ago I was fortunate enough to stumble across extremely positive reviews about Guy Christian salon. I rang to book my appointment at the nearest opportunity. I’m so glad I did, it’s two years later and I can honestly say each time has been a real treat. The overall experience, customer service and most importantly the end result are consistently fantastic.

The salon itself is beautiful and very well thought out with a spacious reception, eclectically furnished waiting area, a large enough salon floor to receive a personal and creative service and a private wash basin area with faaabulous shiatsu back massage chairs.

I always ask for Kayleigh for my highlights who listens, works her magic and delivers great results. As any blonde will know, eliminating brassiness and maintaining a cool ash blonde can be quite a challenge. This salon is the first salon in Cardiff (I’ve pretty much tried them all) who really gets this. The results are a beautiful pearly ash blonde time and time again.

The complimentary drinks selection is spot on and the music adds to the whole pampering experience. Christian has literally covered every base, an aesthetically pleasing salon, the latest glossy magazines, student discounts, loyalty cards, an extensive product range… I could write all day about the positive customer experience, they are a very talented, friendly and creative team! As always I am looking forward to my next visit. See you guys soon!

Keep up the good work Christian!

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guychristian, 16 March 2012:
Wow Tillytruble, thanks for the glowing review, your thumbs must have been wringing after writing all that on an iPhone!
We look forward to seeing you again soon.
Big Love.
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Beepert
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 8 March 2012

I usually hate going to the hairdressers. They never seem to listen to what I want (my worst experience was at Vidal Sassoon – they gave me a horrible haircut which I didn’t ask for and which didn’t suit my face shape at all, and when I asked if I could style it with a little backcombing before I left the salon, the hairdresser laughed and said ‘we don’t DO backcombing here’!!)
Guy Christian has been a revelation. I first went there when I’d tried to bleach my own hair. It didn’t go well. I ran over to the salon and they saved me, succesfully turning it a lovely ash-blonde.
I’ve been back a couple of times for cuts, with a different stylist each time, and they’ve always been fantastic. The most recent cut I had was by Brandon, who is a really nice guy, and who gave me an awesome rockabilly-style fringe. I love it!
The salon itself is gorgeous (the mirrors are to die for), and the selection of art / design books in the waiting room are far more interesting than your average Heat magazine. I actually look forward to getting my hair cut now :) thanks Guy Christian!

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EirianXerri
Berlin
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 8 February 2012

My mum always used to cut my hair for the 19 years of my life until I went to uni, teaching me to never go to a salon because it was a waste of money. Then at uni one of my friends coaxed me into dying my naturally blonde hair chocolate brown (BIG MISTAKE!) and I knew that this was something my mum couldn’t sort out. Then I found out about Guy Christian through a promotion they were doing (around 4-5 years ago now, must be, Sky Promotion) and Kayleigh, after several visits, made my hair even more beautifully blonde than it had ever been and continually does so (she’s my hair angel I dunno what I’d do without her now)!! I’ve had it cut over the fewa years by Jay, Laura and Christian and all of them are fab fab fab. I’m gutted I live in Germany now but I go back every time I’m back in the country, I would never go anywhere else. And here’s the best bit: even my mum has been there now a few times, and loved it… the woman who told me never to go to a salon! If that’s not proof, I don’t know what is ;) !!

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guychristian, 9 February 2012:
Love the feedback, and great to hear we’ve converted your mum! Look forward to seeing you when you’re next in the country.
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EirianXerri, 9 February 2012:
That will be end of March… my roots are starting to show!!!
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Annabel83
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 31 January 2012

I chose Guy Christian Hair Salon because of the internet reviews and I’m very glad I did. I must say I don’t usually enjoy a visit to the hairdresser because I have what could be described as difficult hair – half curly and half straight. However, I booked in with Christian and am now officially a convert – he’s an excellent hairdresser, he listened to what I want and cut and styled it beautifully – I love my hair and the whole experience felt like a real treat from start (a nice big glass of red wine) to finish (walking out feeling wonderful). I won’t be going anywhere else in future.

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guychristian, 1 February 2012:
Glad you enjoyed your visit and thanks for the review. Look forward to see you again!
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TheRockSa...
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 26 January 2012

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I’m not one to conform to vanity and find the best place/things, but because the last place where I went to to get my hair done was getting incredibly unprofessional by the day, I had to leave it and find a new one. So I went to the next closest hair salon to my house; Guy Christian Hair Salon. It was about 16 months ago that I first went there, and I was really, really, impressed with the professionalism (amongst other things). The work was very nice as well. So I’ve been going there ever since and every time I leave feeling content. I would very highly recommend this place to everyone (especially Jay (not because the others aren’t as good, but because I’ve only had my hair done by him so I speak from experience)).

Keep up the good work, and sorry for the late review!

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guychristian, 27 January 2012:
Thanks very much for the review, Jay’ll be chuffed to bit when he reads it.
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Savina_S
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 17 January 2012

I’m so happy I found Guy Christian!!!

After going to the same hairdresser for foils for nearly 8 years, I didn’t know what I’m going to do when I move to Cardiff, so i just kept re-doing my highlights when I was going bk home, which is not really convenient..

I started looking online and after reading all the reviews decided to go to Guy Christian – it’s been my 2nd time at GS last week and I must admit that Vicki did a great job again!!! She got the right colors and I love my highlights now!!

Thank you!!!

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guychristian, 17 January 2012:
Thanks for the review Savina, can’t wait to see you next time!
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keoc560
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 14 January 2012

I <3 Guy Christian!

I’ve always been one of those people that hates going to the hairdressers, but I find GC to be so friendly and relaxed, I am always put at ease. And the massage rollers in the chairs whilst you have your hair washed are heavenly!

I always ask for Jay when he is available – he is my hair hero! I love that I can go in with a vague idea in my head of what I would like, and then be offered loads of creative input from the stylists to get the ideal look.

Also, as a student, I am always looking for good value for money. Not only to GC offer excellent student rates, but they also reward loyal customers with special treats every few visits!

Kate, Cardiff x

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guychristian, 17 January 2012:
Fantastic review Kate, glad we could be of service. See you soon.
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lloydsheajr
Cardiff
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Review of Guy Christian Hair Salon from 10 December 2011

Never been confident in any hairdressers ability to carve my crazy mane into anything resembling my self-percieved persona yet alone give me a doo that I was completely satisfied with. . . that was untill Andrea Webb, a senior Designer at Guy Christian came to the rescue. Positive professional service (pleasently presented in person and place) and such a great result!
The last time i was this content with how i looked, i was too young to go to school(that’s soooooome time ago)so i’ve experimented with some funny hairstyles inbetween, trying to find something to work for half afro half wavy fine hair has been like . . .yeah wotever.
Eager to test Miss Webb’s magical hands for fastidiousness or fluke, i returned to the Salon a month later to top up or trim down, whatever the lingo is and yet again Andrea has mastered my mane with trademark deft and determination plus a little twist in styling change that only professionals could create.
I’m over the moon with the whole experience and even happier to finally have a decent hairdresser for once in my life!! ^_

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guychristian, 10 December 2011:
Thanks for the review, Andrea is one of our best long standing team members and have an unrivaled passion for hair.
Looking forward to your next visit.
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