Anna balcombe: curly hair hairdresser
Those of us blessed with natural curls also know that the struggle to find a hairdresser who really knows how to care for them can be difficult. Your solution is here! Anna Balcombe, a curly hair hairdresser based in North Essex, is an experienced hairdresser who specialises in cutting curly hair, having trained under the legendary Lorraine Massey.
Offering a range of services, including consultations and curl-by-curl or Deva Cuts, transformative for those with curly hair, you can rest assured that your luscious curls are safe in Anna’s expert hands.
What’s different about a curly hairdresser?
Simply put, a curly hairdresser specialises in cutting and caring for curly hair. Curls have different needs to straight hair, with regard to cutting, cleansing, conditioning and styling.
Your curls deserve a knowledgeable, expert, caring hairdresser to tailor your results – and that’s what you’ll get at Anna Balcombe’s salon.
Frequently asked questions
What makes a curly hairdresser different from a regular salon?
Many hairdressers are never taught to cut curly hair in their training – Anna wasn’t either. The traditional method of lifting the hair, pulling it taut, snipping and dropping gives no way of knowing where a curl will land. A curly hairdresser cuts dry, one curl at a time, and chooses products made for curls. Anna trained with Lorraine Massey in New York to learn exactly this – read Anna’s story.
I’ve had bad haircuts before – what happens at my first appointment?
You’re not alone, and Anna has been there too. First-time clients book a Curl Transformation, which starts with a detailed consultation: your curl story, the products you’ve tried, your lifestyle and what you want from your hair. Only then does the cut begin. If you’d like to talk things through before committing, a Curl Consultation (£35) is a gentle first step.
Where is the salon and when is it open?
Anna’s salon is at 132 High Street, Wivenhoe, Essex CO7 9AF – about 10 minutes from Colchester. We’re open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Saturday, with evening appointments available. Call 07962 250289, message us on WhatsApp, or get in touch online.