The Best Beauty Salons And Hairdressers in Shaftesbury, Dorset, United Kingdom (2025)

Lovely lady and such a great atmosphere so relaxed it feels like your home.

Tried various hairdressers after my great hairdresser up and left for new Zealand . But I go and have my hair styled by Joshua . He listen and styled it just how I had explained . So pleased with outcome made my day to have at last found a great stylist . Thank you so much . Anne

I haven't been to the hairdressers for a long time but I met the lovely hairdresser Gemma. She made me feel at ease and completely transformed my hair. I absolutely love my hair. I would highly recommend treating yourself here.

I have been a client at Over The Top for many years now. They are by far the best hair salon in the area. The team are warm, welcoming and incredible at what they do. The salon itself has a lovely atmosphere, I am always listened to and given great advise by my stylist.

Haircut for 2 wriggly little boys. Gemma did fantastic job, she was talking to the boys, they were sitting still while she worked. Whole process took 10 minutes per boy. I experienced that in every barber shop in Shaftesbury, the barbers were cutting at much slower pace, children were getting restless and barbers were impatient - didn't feel welcome in any of the barber shops. In Over the Top, we felt welcome and while one son was getting a haircut, the other son was playing with Arthur the dog ;) We will definitely return. Thank you

Absolutely brilliant experience! With special thanks to Holly and Rosie! Re-creating my punk hair style, in a very comfortable, relaxing environment. Well done ladies 👏

The BEST curly cut I have ever had. I have travelled to several different curly cut specialist. Sean at Kalypsos was absolutely amazing. My hair has been so much more manageable since my cut. 100% recommend. Thank you so much!

Janet was lovely to speak with, and made me feel very comfortable after not having had my hair cut in a long time. She saw the vision I had for my hair, and cut it the exact way I wanted. It ended up way better than expected and I am very happy, thank you Janet 😊

Absolutely exceptional hairdressers! My hair was in a bad way and both Sally and Holly were able To literally make me feel like a new person with the most incredible haircut! So much patience. I cannot thank them enough. You are made to feel so welcome and so pampered! Highly recommend !

After nearly 4 months of lockdown I was looking forward to getting my lash lift and tint! Chelsey didn’t disappoint. She has done a fabulous job! She is very professional and thoughtful. Would highly recommend a treatment from Chelsey.

Looking forward to the opening Of your new room in Shaftesbury. I will still travel to you for my treatments! Nails are still looking good from last weeks appointment. Eyes next cmon Boris! x

Had an amazing experience with Chelsey. She was very gentle and I felt super comfortable. Had my gel nails done and they lasted forever, will definitely be coming back.

Amazing value and great quality of service. Chelsey is very welcoming, professional and will make you feel very comfortable. I felt very pampered after having a facial and getting my eyebrows done. I was also very pleased with the outcome! Would definitely recommend to my friends and family.

Chloe is an excellent stylist, I can in for a trim and she made my hair look amazing. She’s very friendly and understanding of what her clients want. Definitely recommend going to Chloe for your next hair cut!

Thank you so much Chloe. Your service from the beginning was professional, welcoming and you did everything I asked. My hair feels light and bouncy again. I look forward to booking with you again for a colour refresh soon!

Great first time experience at Vita Skin Spa! Amazing ambience as soon as you walk in! My professional, Lily was outstanding, very friendly and professional. Cannot wait to come back for another treatment. Facility is immaculate and definitely my new favourite place. Highly recommend!!!

Gentle and happy place

Incredible salon!! Every visit to Rochelles brings me great joy. I find myself looking forward to each appointment as if going to have coffee with a dear friend. The staff are superb, not only in the level of care taken to provide me with a professional and friendly service, excellent treatments and a wide range of appointment availability but in the enjoyment they show in their roles. The salon is a beautiful space and always so clean. On most occasions I’m taken into my appointment early and always offered a drink. Thankyou ladies, for always looking after me and my eyebrows!

I love coming here for treatments; the girls are all lovely, the setting is relaxing and I’m always so happy with my brows. As someone who used to find going into salons or for new treatments very daunting, the girls are amazing at explaining everything, are professional yet friendly. Would highly recommend to anyone!

My favourite place to escape to! Long time client of Beauty by Rochelle and the service and warmth never waivers. From perfect shellac manicures and intimate waxing by Molly to the best brows in the game and amazing lymphatic massages by Rochelle and relaxing pedis and facials with Olivia and Lizzie! Book in for your some self care and you wont regret it! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

Rochelle has transformed my lashes and brows! From thin, fair brows to dark full and fluffy and my lashes look so long. There won’t be any need for mascara. Thank you so much, I will definitely be back!

My son had severe anxiety with haircuts and used to cry/scream/lash out during appointments before going here. Since using this place he's like a different child. So calm and happy and spends the appointment pulling faces in the mirror. They always listen to what we ask for. Never had bad service. 2 very happy sons. Thank you

Excellent service as always. Good cut guaranteed, friendly staff, reasonable prices. Highly recommend!

Lovely barbershop with incredibly friendly staff members. Always go above and beyond and are happy to accommodate your requests.

I’ve not used a salon for years……felt very at ease and comfortable, while Lois did a fabulous cut for me. Already booked next appointment…….

Started going to Aveda in the Autumn. Nice environment, good stylist and I can drink tea whilst having my hair done! Avril 🦆

Always loved going here, saw the new stylist Lois today and she was fantastic! Friendly, professional and very talented, 100% would recommend the salon, and her in particular.

Wonderful experience, lovely team, gorgeous interiors, and super relaxing.

So pleased with my hair after seeing Jemma! My cut is perfect every time. A very relaxing & beautiful salon, always served a delicious coffee too!!

A beautiful salon that is very welcoming, Bethany was wonderful and made my very fine hair look amazing.. Thankyou so much. 😊👍

Beautiful atmosphere, amazing service! Jem always makes me feel so comfortable. Will never go anywhere else for my hair! X