15+

Years
with Yell

Innovation - Unisex Hair & Beauty

Dedicated to our profession.

63 Kings Rd West, Swanage, BH19 1HQ Directions

   Now closed Open Friday 08:30 - 19:00

Why Choose Us?

Friendly Service
Highly Trained Staff
Wide Range

Here at Innovation - Unisex Hair & Beauty, we pride ourselves on our reputation

Business overview

WE ARE THE LEADING SALON IN SWANAGE, ESTABLISHED THE LONGEST AND ALSO THE LARGEST. We pride ourselves in providing a exceptional high standard of work and customer service.

INNOVATION is a long established business that has been trading for over 60 years. It was established in 1957 and the present owner was trained by the salon's Founder. She is a State Registered Hairdresser, a Master Craftsman of Hairdressing, and also a member of the National Hair & Beauty Federation.

INNOVATION has a happy and motivated Team of 7 Stylists and 2 apprentices, all of whom are regularly trained both internally and externally by various training providers, keeping them up to date with the latest fashions and techniques.

We have a wide range of skills and services available within our Team, and specialise in Colouring and also Hair Up and Up Do's for Weddings, Proms or that Special Occasion. We have a staggered pricing structure reflecting the stylists experience.

We can also do your make up, facial waxing, eyebrow shaping, waxing and tinting, eyelash tinting, manicures and GELLUX polishes.

We also offer Ear Piercing including Helix Piercing and Nose Piercing, as well as Brazilian Keratin Straightening (Brazilian Blow Dry).

We have a large range of WELLA, TIGI, FUDGE & GHD products in our retail area available to purchase, including Haircare products, Styling products, Brushes & Electrical Styling products.

The salon is wheelchair accessible.

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We are a modern salon who always keep up with modern trends, styles and fashions. This is our brand image and is on all our advertising.
We use Wella Prducts within the salon and also sell a wide range of Wella Style & Care products. Wella is a leading name within the Hairdressing Industry, well know, respected and trusted.
ghd were the first hair straightners on the market and have lead the market ever since they were introduced. We stock all sizes and limited Editions as and when they are released for sale. We also sell ghd styling products and brushes.
Bed Head TIGI available in-salon
IN is our in salon logo.
Orofludio - a beauty ritual for your hair. We carry a full range within the salon.
Why not book for a FREE Colour Consultation with one of our Stylists.
Why not book for a FREE Colour Consultation with one of our Stylists.
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Products & Services

BALAYAGE HAIR COLOURING

BRAZILIAN BLOWDRY'S

BRIDAL HAIR

BRIDESMAIDS HAIR

Balayage

Barbers

Brazilian Blowout

COLOUR CORRECTION

CUT & BLOW DRYS

Children's Hairdressers

EAR PIERCING

EYEBROW TINTING

EYELASH TINTING

FACIAL BEAUTY

FACIAL WAXING

GELLUX POLISH MANICURES

GHD RETAIL STOCKISTS

HELIX PIERCING

HIGHLIGHTS

Hair Colouring

Hair Straightening

Hair Treatments

Haircuts

KERATIN STRAIGHTENING

LOW LIGHTS

Ladies Hairdressers

MOTHER OF THE BRIDE HAIR

Manicures

Men's Hairdressers

NOSE PIERCING

OMBRE HAIR COLOURING

PROM HAIR

Perms

SHAMPOO AND SET

TIGI RETAIL STOCKISTS

Unisex Hairdressers

WEDDING HAIR

WEDDING HAIR & MAKE-UP

WELLA RETAIL STOCKISTS

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

Credentials

Accreditations

  • UK Register Of Qualified Hairdressers

Associations

  • National Hairdressers' Federation
  • The Hairdressing Council

Qualifications

  • Hairdressing, Level 3 NVQ Diploma (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Women's and Men's Hairdressing, Level 2 Diploma (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Creating a variety of Perming Effects, Level 3 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Creative Hairdressing Design Skills, Level 3 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Creatively Cutting Hair using a Combination of Techniques, Level 3 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Colouring and Dressing Hair, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Creatively Style and Dress Hair, Level 3 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Hair Techniques, Level 2 Certificate (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Creating an Image based on a theme in the Hair and Beauty Sector, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Hairdressing, Level 3 Certificate (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Hairdressing Reception Duties, Level 2 Certificate (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Health and Safety in the Workplace, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Plait and Twist Hair, Level 2 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Shampoo, Condition and Treat the Hair and Scalp, Level 2 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Set and Dress Hair, Level 2 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Colour Hair using a Variety of Techniques, Level 3 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Style and Finish Hair, Level 2 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Bridal Hair Styling, Level 3 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Colouring and Lightening Hair, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Colouring Hair, Level 3 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Creatively Dress Long Hair, Level 3 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Dressing Hair to Create an Image, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Cutting Women's Hair, Level 3 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Dressing Hair, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Perm and Neutralise Hair, Level 2 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Relax Hair, Level 2 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Cutting Men's Hair, Level 2 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Provide Hairdressing Consultation Services, Level 3 NVQ Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Perming Hair, Level 3 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Styling Women's Hair, Level 3 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Styling, Plaiting and Twisting Hair, Level 1 Award (City and Guilds of London Institute)
  • Barbering Studies, Level 2 Diploma (VTCT)

Our Team

Nicky - Senior Director Stylist at Innovation, Salon Owner and the Company’s Managing Director

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Sal - Senior Director Stylist at Innovation

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Kirsten - I’m Nicky’s daughter and a Senior Director Stylist at Innovation

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Kira - Master Stylist at Innovation

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Tamzin - Advanced Stylist at Innovation

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Faith - To be added by the customer

To be added by the customer

Leah - Stylist at Innovation

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Reviews

Absolutely incredible cut and highlights!

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Absolutely delighted with my cut and colour! Best I’ve ever had! Leah is so professional! I shall not go anywhere else!
14 Feb 2025
Thank you Nicola, for taking the time to write a review. Your hair did look really lovely when Leah had finished and it’s lovely to hear you’re please with it too. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again at Innovation😊
14 Feb 2025
Thank you Nicola, for taking the time to write a review. Your hair did look really lovely when Leah had finished and it’s lovely to hear you’re please with it too. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you again at Innovation😊
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Excellent service

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I went to innovation salon to get my colour corrected after going to another salon and wasn’t happy. I was immediately greeted by friendly staff and my stylist Leah was absolutely amazing. She reassured me she could correct my colour and give me what I wanted and she did not disappoint. I felt comfortable from start to finish, the whole girls are fantastic they work well as a team and if they’re unsure about anything they will always ask each other for advice.
I have definitely found my new salon thank you ladies 😃
12 Feb 2025
Thank you Toni and so pleased you liked the end result and that you also had an enjoyable experience whilst at Innovation. We look forward to seeing you again soon 😁
12 Feb 2025
Thank you Toni and so pleased you liked the end result and that you also had an enjoyable experience whilst at Innovation. We look forward to seeing you again soon 😁
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Great salon!

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A wonderful service - from great communication form Nicky (went above and beyond) to a fabulous service from Leah - my Mum visited the salon and Leah was attentive, kind and professional, Mum loved the head massage, the styling and just generally the whole experience of being well cared for. She was so impressed, it really set her up for the week! Trust me it's hard to impress my mum! Thanks so much xx
20 Jul 2024
Thank you Liz😁It’s lovely to hear that your Mum had such an enjoyable and relaxing experience. Thank you for taking the time to share her experience that she had with us and we look forward to seeing her again, when she next comes to Swanage😊
20 Jul 2024
Thank you Liz😁It’s lovely to hear that your Mum had such an enjoyable and relaxing experience. Thank you for taking the time to share her experience that she had with us and we look forward to seeing her again, when she next comes to Swanage😊
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Fantastic service - lovely staff

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I took my daughter today to get her ears pierced for her 12th birthday. Leah was so lovely & kind to her, aswell as really thorough & professional. I’ll definitely recommend you to friends (& be back with my younger daughter when she’s 12 !) 😊 Thank you so much.
27 Jan 2024
You’re most welcome. I hope your daughter had an enjoyable day, celebrating her birthday 🎈 🎂 🎈
27 Jan 2024
You’re most welcome. I hope your daughter had an enjoyable day, celebrating her birthday 🎈 🎂 🎈
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Very pleased

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Have used Innovation hair salon for a number of years always been pleased with my hair great service Thankyou Nicky and staff
12 May 2023
Thank you Tricia and it’s a pleasure😁
12 May 2023
Thank you Tricia and it’s a pleasure😁
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