"Such a warm and personable welcome, followed by a lovely, no-fuss wet cut - I couldn't ask for more from a hairdresser! Will be going back next week for a balayage and already looking forward to it."
Nikki Allen at The Hair Retreat
Colouring, blonding, curly hair & nails in a relaxed home salon in Charlton Adam. Expert care with a personal touch.
Hello!
Welcome to The Hair Retreat! ✨ I'm Nikki, and with a lifetime of experience in the industry, I've dedicated my career to helping you look and feel your absolute best. Specialising in colouring, blonding, and curly hair, I offer expert care with a personal touch from my relaxed home salon in Charlton Adam, Somerton. 💇♀️💅
My goal is to leave you feeling relaxed, de-stressed, confident, empowered, polished, pampered, and completely balanced. Whether you're after a stunning new colour, perfectly shaped nails, or simply some well-deserved 'me time', I'm here to create a welcoming space where you can truly unwind. 🌿
I can't wait to welcome you to The Hair Retreat and help give you your best hair day every day!
Qualifications
Qualifications
I have NVQ level 3 in hairdressing, ITEC beauty specialist and ITEC honours diploma in complementary therapies, PTTLS teaching adults, NVQ 4 in advanced digital marketing, I am a qualified health and wellness coach and am training to be a menopause coach.
I continually educate myself to keep my skills up to date and on trend.
Experience
I have worked in several salons, been mobile and now work in my cabin at home. I teach hairdressing freelance for a local training company.
Reviews
"Very happy - Nikki actually cut my hair how I want, unlike many hairstylists who don't listen and charge a fortune! Thank you."
"Listened to what I wanted did a fantastic cut and highlights and when I left I felt a million dollars. Great Thank you."
"Nikki listened carefully to what I wanted and I was confident that she understood.
A great cut and I’ve already booked my next one. Highly recommended."
"Nikki always knows what I want even when I have no idea myself! Perfect as usual!!"
"It was my first time at Nikki's and I can honestly say it is the best colour and cut I have ever had!"
"Nikki was lovely first time at her salon and I am very happy with my hair and eyebrows. It's a very relaxed friendly atmosphere which is perfect for me ,the doggy therapy is definitely an added bonus . Iam a very anxious person finding this little gem is going to make it so much easier, worth travelling too . Thanks Nikki"
"Very experienced hair stylist. Thorough job. Listened to what I wanted really carefully. Very pleased."
"Wonderful! The cut was superb and I'm going to try all the tips given to me to look after my curly hair"
"Always a fantastic service always comes out exactly how I want it I don’t know how she does it!! Lots of foils and knowledge that’s for sure thanks Nikki xxx"
"Nikki sorted out my hair colour from a bad high light experience with a different hairdresser to an amazing colour and cut. A big thank you 🥰"
"I had a curly haircut and nails done – absolutely loved the experience! Nikki really listened to what I wanted and made me feel totally comfortable and relaxed. She understood how to work with curls, which is such a rare find. My nails look fab too. I’ll definitely be coming back!"
"Nikki is the best! She is very talented - I'm really pleased with my colour and cut and I love the whole experience of coming to the Hair Retreat."
"Had a lovely visit today , booked in for hi lights it was a relaxing and pleasant visit , lots of dog cuddles and a coffee a perfect morning 😍 xx"
"Going from blonde to dark, it's brilliant. Highlights are perfect, and the cut is spot on."
"I love going to The Hair Retreat Nikki is a very good hairdresser and does my hair wonderful"
"Great cut and understanding of curly hair."
"As usual my appointment went well & I’m very happy with my haircut.
Thanks for the great coffee too Nikki"
"Nikki’s enthusiasm shows her love for what she does. Very keen to book more treatments!"
"Fabulous ..haircut for my curly hair .,...
Listened to my needs and V happy with the outcome ...."
"Very pleased with my lovely haircut. Nikki is very knowledgeable and professional. Thank you Nikki"
"Lovely relaxed atmosphere made special with the dogs always pleased with my hair"
"Nikki is fabulous, always a great experience visiting her."
"Easy - friendly, relaxed and focussed. Great hair cut in a lovely environment."
"I love visiting Nikki, she always gives 120% to each and every client. My hair feels and looks amazing once she's worked her magic. Already booked for another return visit xx"
"Really took time to listen to my requirements and also made suggestions. Super happy with cut and colour."
"Always a lovely welcome and professional service from Nikki.
Always come away with Beautiful hair, very talented hairstylist."
"My first time going to the hair retreat and I am extremely happy with the results!! I got a keratin treatment which was beautifully done and had a wonderful experience with Nikki, I am looking forward to my next appointment already!"