

This longer curly cut and style is designed for mid length to extra long hair, or curls with high density that need more time. Your cut is shaped on dry hair so your curl pattern sits naturally, then finished after a cleanse with definition and control that lasts beyond day one.
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What this service covers
This appointment gives you the time needed to shape longer curls properly and finish them well.
- Dry curly cutting to respect your natural pattern and shrinkage
- Balance through the perimeter and internal shape for movement
- Weight and bulk control without thinning out your ends
- Cleanse and condition, then a curl-focused finish
- Extra drying time so you leave with a properly set result
When this is the right booking
Choose this if your hair is mid length to extra long, very thick, or takes time to dry. It’s also ideal if your curls lose shape at the back, get triangular, or feel heavy at the roots but fluffy at the ends. Book this when you want a wearable shape that works for busy weeks with minimal daily effort.
What happens in the appointment
You’ll start with a dry cut, working curl by curl so the shape is built around how your hair actually sits. After cleansing, your curls are styled to encourage definition and even distribution, then dried thoroughly to lock in the finish. You’ll leave with a clearer outline, better curl placement, and a cut that supports your routine.
Aftercare and ongoing results
You’ll get straightforward guidance on refreshing, drying, and product use based on your density and porosity. Most longer curly cuts benefit from regular reshaping to prevent heaviness and split ends returning to the perimeter. If you want your curls to look consistent between appointments, a maintenance schedule is the easiest way to keep the shape doing the work for you.
Client Reviews
Based on 5 reviews
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Jennie Smillie
Always 5 stars. Seamus will be never let me leave the salon without feeling amazing. Always so personal and easy going
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Rachel C
Super friendly salon, extremely welcoming and professional, the whole place has such a lovely atmosphere. Wouldn't go anywhere else
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Neil Eskins
Best cuts for curly hair, seeing Seamus is always the highlight of my week! Can’t recommend this place enough
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Helen Hollins
Kalaya is fantastic, she takes time to understand what I need and does a brilliant job every time. I always leave feeling amazing. All the staff are lovely and the salon is beautiful and calming. Can’t recommend enough! Thank you!
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Dawn Brittle
Kalaya She truly knows her craft! The best hair cuts I have ever had (age 59) is from this lady she has transformed my somewhat frizzy hair into lovely curls, I travel from Cumbria to get my hair cut by her she’s so good and everyone who works at this salon is really friendly.
Frequently Asked Questions
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