UK Blonde Balayage Expert & Educator
International artistry, personalised to you
Hair, aesthetics and accredited training in one boutique Leeds studio — led by Lydia, trained in Dubai, Italy, France and Turkey.
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verifiedWhat we do
Three ways to work with Salora
Hair
Blonde balayage, colour correction and cuts designed around your hair — soft, lived-in colour that grows out beautifully.
Book NowAesthetics
Considered skin and facial treatments delivered by fully insured, Level 7 certified practitioners. Natural results, never overdone.
Book NowTraining
CPD-accredited masterclasses for stylists and practitioners who want to master blonde work and aesthetics properly.
Learn MoreWhy Salora
Reasons clients travel across Leeds to us
Internationally trained
Lydia trained in Dubai, Italy, France and Turkey and brings those techniques home to Leeds.
8+ years in the chair
Nearly a decade working across hair and aesthetics, so nothing about your hair surprises us.
Accredited academy
Our CPD-accredited training academy teaches other professionals — the same standards apply to you.
Level 7 aesthetics
Fully insured, Level 7 certified practitioners. Your treatment is safe and properly qualified.
VTCT Level 4 stylists
Senior stylists hold VTCT Level 4 qualifications — advanced colour work done the right way.
Everything under one roof
Hair, aesthetics and education in one boutique studio. One team who knows you.
Real client results
Before and after, no filters
Every transformation below is a real Salora client, photographed in the studio.
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Meet Lydia
The hands behind the colour
Lydia is a UK-recognised blonde balayage expert and educator. Over 8+ years she has trained in Dubai, Italy, France and Turkey, and now brings those internationally refined techniques to her own studio in Leeds — where she also teaches other stylists and practitioners.
Her approach is simple: listen first, be honest about what your hair can do, and deliver colour you can actually live with.
Client love
Over 190 five-star Google and Treatwell reviews
“The best blonde I've ever had. Lydia actually listened and my colour still looks incredible four months on.”
“I was nervous about aesthetics but everything was explained clearly. Really natural result and I felt safe throughout.”
“Booked the balayage masterclass as a stylist. Genuinely changed how I work — worth every penny.”
“Warm, calm studio and a colour correction I didn't think was possible. I get compliments constantly.”
Yorkshire Hair & Beauty Awards
Finalist — Best Boutique Studio
Find us
A studio visit, not a home visit
All appointments and training take place at our Leeds studio — we don't offer mobile or at-home services. We welcome clients from Leeds and the surrounding areas.
2 Half Mile Ln, Stanningley, Pudsey,Leeds LS28 6LH, UK
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10am – 6pm
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 10am – 6pm
- Friday
- 10am – 6pm
- Saturday
- 10am – 6pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Good to know
Your questions, answered
Prices depend on your hair and the result you want, so we quote you at your free consultation — before anything is booked in. No surprises on the day.
A relaxed chat at the studio. We look at your hair or skin, talk through what you want, and give you a clear plan, timing and price. There's no pressure to book.
Just yourself. Photos of looks you like are helpful, and let us know about any previous colour or treatments.
Give us as much notice as you can and we'll happily move your appointment. A quick call or text is all it takes.
Our CPD-accredited masterclasses run in small groups at the studio, with hands-on practice and a certificate at the end. Tell us your level and we'll recommend the right course.
The studio is on Half Mile Lane in Stanningley with local street parking nearby. If you have any access needs, call us before your visit and we'll make it easy.
Limited consultation slots
Only a handful of free consultations each week
Salora keep consultation slots deliberately small so every client gets proper time. Send your details and we'll come back to you within one working day.
Prefer to talk? 07123 456789
Or email lydia@salorahair.com