From Over-Processed to Chic: Taylor Taylor Notting Hill Hair Review

Recovering from a hair crisis feels like healing a broken heart—except the damage is visible every day. After a year of entrusting my blonde locks to a colourist who just didn’t get it, my hair had reached tragic levels of over-processed blonde.

You know the type: too much bleach, not enough nuance. I had become the poster child for over-colouring. The only solution? A breakup. Since then, I’ve been on a quest for hair salvation, pushing the limits of how long I could stretch between sessions (four months, if you’re curious). It was time for a change, and what better place to start than Taylor Taylor, the Notting Hill sanctuary for hair in need of rescue?

The atmosphere at Taylor Taylor is both chic and welcoming, immediately putting me at ease. My colourist took the time to understand my hair’s troubled past. We bonded over my blonde PTSD, the sins of too-bright highlights, and my craving for a soft, lived-in look that respected my natural base. Gone were the days of fast-track highlights. Instead, she mapped out a plan to restore my hair to a natural-looking, soft Scandi blonde—one that honoured my naturally light base and avoided any blockiness. The colouring was subtle but transformative, with delicate placement creating a sun-kissed effect. A custom toner sealed the deal, giving my hair a cool, natural tone with zero brassiness in sight.

As the colour worked its magic, I cooled off with an oat milk iced coffee—because it was July, and London’s heat had no mercy. One of the perks at Taylor Taylor? Every salon has an in-house bar with a cocktail menu offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic delights. So while you wait for your transformation, you can sip something refreshing and feel like you’re at a stylish soirée rather than just a salon.

Once my colour was complete, I switched chairs for the cut, this time with a stylist who understood my low-maintenance dreams. I wanted a style that embraced my natural waves, inspired by Sabina Socol’s effortlessly chic outgrown bangs and tousled bedhead. The result? A perfectly undone, face-framing look that felt just the right mix of carefree and intentional—like I woke up fabulous but didn't have to work too hard for it.

Taylor Taylor is the kind of salon that lives up to its stellar reputation, with locations in Notting Hill, Shoreditch, Portobello Road, and even the iconic Liberty London. Whether you're after a colour refresh, expert balayage, or a completely new look, the stylists excel at personalizing each service. From luxury treatments to signature blow-dries, every detail is considered. With its expertise, creativity, and boutique feel, Taylor Taylor is the perfect escape for those seeking effortlessly polished results. To book your hair transformation visit taylortaylorlondon.com