I love MAC makeup, but sometimes I get a bit carried away. I needed to return a brush I had…read morepurchased while I was in Liverpool and this was the closest store to me. This is one of the smallest MAC stores I have been in and it gets crowded really quickly, which really makes it difficult to look around... especially when significant others stand 'out of the way' but are really in the way (I could go on for days about this, if you would like to hear me on my soapbox, just ask...). I managed to get past everyone and not knock things off the counter and get to the cash register. The first lady to help me looked at me like I had seven heads and I was worried that this was going to go badly, but she handed everything over to another staff member. The other staff member was friendly, but you could tell she was new and needed a bit of help processing the refund... which she received eventually. I find increasingly that my non-chip-and-pin card absolutely perplexes anyone who comes in contact with it. It didn't take an extreme amount of time, she remained calm and friendly... so I would say it was a success.

Make-up heaven, simply put. I love this store with all my heart and soul. The MAC staff are also…read moreultra knowledgeable and clearly really enjoy their jobs. The only thing with this store is that it's REALLY small... so at peak times, gets super crowded.

I go to Boots and then to Superdrug to compare prices, and I must say it is a bit cheaper than…read moreboots and has a few unusual bits and bobs in there also.

I always felt Superdrug peaked in the 80s, when it was a true contender to the meglomaniacal Boots,…read morethe prices were considerably cheaper and their own ranges were more fun. Doesn't seem that cheap any more! Although there are still bargains to be had, and they have a good make-up section.

Small shop selling gorgeous French toiletries. Good source for gifts, or just treating yourself!read more

My one and only star goes to the decor. It really is lovely. Sadly, thats where it ends…read more Paid over the odds to sit an a very 'awkward' salon. When you go, you get a 'free' neck and shoulder massage - which would be lovely, of only you could really relax. Great idea in theory, but it doesn't work in reality. When I was quoted previously about £40 for a colour, I did think that was a bargain - I asked if that included a hair dry too, and was told yes it was. So, you can imagine my surprise when I got to the till and the price was £64!!!! (please note, this is just for ONE overall colour) which, in the end turned out uneven and too dark. As for the hairdresser, I got the silent one - do not expect to be spoken too - I did try and make conversation, but its a no-go, don't attempt this whatever you do. Its very 'last year' don't you know... I know after writing this review, there will inevitably be lots of other 'glowing' reviews added (usually written by the owner, or employees) but I am writing this for other people who are looking for honesty, and perhaps looking for a salon that is new to them. So, honest opinion? Overpriced, uncomfortable and too many ego's. Most defiantly will not return.

I actually wonder whether myself and the person above had the same hairdresser…read more I booked an appointment with the master stylist and had used Aveda in Holborn before so was confident I would get a cut I wanted. I sat there and asked for one inch off my hair which was resting a good way down my back and my shoulders. Basically the guy cut 2 inches off my hair, I actually got so upset that he called the manager over. It was too late to stick my hair back on my head and the cut does not even suit my face. It will take me at least 4 months to grow my hair back to the length it was. He blow dryed it straight and it did look better, but then had the audacity to say "oh you know hairdressers get scissor happy". What confuses me is how does a hairdresser in a supposed top salon like Aveda get to be a master stylist when he doesn't listen to the customer. Like the lady above, he barely spoke to me either - I will be phoning Aveda in London to complain. All I can say is that the manager was amazing and she didn't charge me for the cut. The cut itself is good, but just not the length or the style I was hoping for at all. Very disappointed and I wouldn't go back.

savers are a very cheap store that have a whole range of products, its really cheap here and worth…read morestocking up sometimes shampoos, conditioners, hair removal, beauty products, cotton wool, they have all beauty products that you will need, i do believe its cheaper than most place but i will shop around to ensure i can save money too! the staff aren't really around much ive never had to ask anyway and their quick at putting your items through the till but i only ever really see the staff at the till. So not too sure about their customer service

The perfume shop has an extensive range of products for men and women, at christmas they have great…read moregift sets at reasonable prices that make great presents for family and friends. Being a more specialist shop they can sell their perfume cheaper than boots or superdrug and so its worth shopping around to make sure you get a good deal but i think its cheaper in here. The store is small but all the perfumes are kept behind the counters and out in the back so you speak with the staff about the products you after too, their always helpful and friendly and answer your questions and queries, and if they have a sale its worth checking out as they have some real bargains.

Great service from Perfume. I was looking for something different from the usual one and didn't…read moreknow what to get. I showed up and asked for recommendation and the lady was amazing. She pulled out different brands and went through details on which is popular, the smell and prices. I couldn't ask for more. Ended up choosing two different types.

I use the perfume shop quite regulary throught the year, they have a wide range of womens and mens…read moreand the staff are alawys so helpfull and friendly. The prices arent bad and the box sets they do are lovely