Meet the Team

Friendly experts who love what they do

From precision cutters and colour specialists to nail pros and beauty therapists, our team is united by care, skill and attention to detail.

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Sharron

Salon Owner

Sharron is the founder of Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty and has over 20 years of experience in the industry. She built the salon around expert care, honest advice and a genuinely warm welcome. Today she focuses on leading the team and making sure every client leaves feeling their best. If you're new to Vanilla, Sharron will be the first person to make you feel at home.

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Jemma

Manager and Senior Beauty Therapist

Jemma is the Manager and Senior Beauty Therapist at Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty, bringing over 10 years of experience to the role. She specialises in BIAB overlays, gel polish, waxing, facials, manicures and pedicures, with a reputation for meticulous prep and finishes that last. Jemma's calm, friendly approach and straightforward aftercare advice keep clients coming back week after week.

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Sarah

Deputy Manager and Head Stylist.

Sarah is the Deputy Manager and Head Stylist at Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty, with over 15 years of experience behind the chair. She specialises in cutting, styling and colour, delivering flattering shapes, seamless blends and glossy finishes that work in real life. Sarah is known for clear, friendly consultations and fuss-free aftercare advice that keeps clients looking polished between visits.

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Freya

Stylist / Colourist

Freya is a fully qualified Level 2 Stylist and Colourist at Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty. She brings a friendly, confident approach to every appointment and loves creating wearable colours and beautifully finished cuts that suit your hair type and lifestyle. Expect a relaxed consultation, clear advice and a finish that feels fresh and easy to maintain.

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Ivy-Grace

Stylist/Creative Colourist /Brow & Lash Technician & Nail Technician

Ivy-Grace brings a friendly, welcoming energy to Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty. With over six years of experience, she covers the full hair menu as well as brows, lashes and nails. Her real passion is colour, especially balayage and colour correction, and she takes a thoughtful approach that keeps hair looking polished and feeling in great condition. Book with Ivy-Grace online for hair colour in Northampton with a calm, detail-led finish.

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Violet

Junior Stylist

Violet is one of Vanilla's promising young talents, with over three years of experience and a genuine passion for the craft. As a Junior Stylist she focuses on cutting and styling, delivering fresh, confident looks with a natural flair for detail. Whether it's a trim, a new shape or a polished blowdry, Violet loves helping clients feel their best.

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Neve

Apprentice Junior Stylist

Neve is an Apprentice Junior Stylist at Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty with over three years of experience. She's currently completing her Level 3 qualification, having nearly finished her Level 2 in Hairdressing. Neve loves creating glossy colours and bouncy blowdries that leave you feeling polished and salon fresh. Expect a friendly welcome, a careful approach and simple tips to keep your style looking great at home.

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Anita

Senior Beauty Therapist

Anita is a Senior Beauty Therapist at Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty with over 10 years of experience. She specialises in gel nails, BIAB, manicures, pedicures, Japanese Head Spa treatments and waxing. Known for her calm, professional manner and attention to detail, Anita creates a relaxing experience from start to finish, ensuring every treatment leaves you feeling refreshed and confident.

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Olivia

Creative Director Stylist (Maternity)

Olivia is the Creative Director Stylist at Vanilla Hairdressing & Beauty, currently on maternity leave. With over seven years of experience, she specialises in cutting, styling and modern colouring techniques including balayage and highlights. Olivia is passionate about achieving healthy, beautiful hair and ensuring every look feels effortless and easy to maintain. We look forward to welcoming her back to the salon floor soon.