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Local Press

We are incredibly proud to have been featured in local press and community publications.

This page is a collection of articles, mentions, and features that showcase the salon, the team, and the work we love doing every day. It’s always an honor to be recognized locally, and we are so grateful for the continued support from our community.

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11th April 2026 - Official Opening of Upstairs Beauty Suite

A dream years in the making finally became reality.  After countless delays, setbacks, stops and starts, Hairworx officially opened the doors to its brand-new Upstairs Beauty Suite with a special gathering of clients, friends and supporters who helped make the journey possible.

 

What began as Jill’s vision of creating a true one-stop destination for Hair, Beauty and Wellness has now become a reality. The opening of the second floor marks an exciting new chapter for Hairworx, bringing even more services together under one roof for the local community.

 

This celebration was about more than just a new space, it was a moment to reflect on the determination, hard work and belief that turned an idea into something real. Thank you to everyone who has supported the journey so far. Here's to the next chapter.

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13th March 2026 - Celebrating 20 years of business

Hairworx are delighted to celebrate 20 years in business!

 

Reaching this incredible milestone would not have been possible without the loyalty and support of our wonderful clients.

 

Over the past two decades, we've been proud to care for generations of families, build lasting relationships, and continue investing in the latest training and treatments to provide the very best service.

 

As a heartfelt thank you for your continued support, we are delighted to introduce our new Hairworx Loyalty Scheme. Designed to reward our valued clients, the scheme offers exclusive benefits and rewards every time you visit us. It's our way of giving something back and saying thank you for being part of our journey over the last 20 years.

 

We look forward to celebrating this special anniversary with you and to many more years of helping you look and feel your best.

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March 2026 - Neal & Wolf Training Day

Investing in education is one of the ways we ensure our clients receive the very best service.

 

In March 2026, the Hairworx team spent the day training with the fabulous Laura Hill on behalf of Neal & Wolf, exploring the latest colouring and cutting techniques.

 

Regular training helps keep our stylists' skills fresh, up to date and on trend, ensuring we continue to bring the newest ideas and highest standards to every appointment.

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December 2025 - Smile Revive Teeth Whitening Launch at Hairworx

Smile Revive Cosmetic Teeth Whitening, offering a safe and effective way to achieve a brighter smile.

 

Using a peroxide-free, vegan-friendly formula, treatments can brighten teeth by up to 16 shades without causing sensitivity. In just around 45 minutes, you can enjoy a fresher, more confident smile with a gentle treatment designed to enhance your natural teeth.

 

Whether for a special occasion or everyday confidence, Smile Revive is your next step towards a brighter smile.

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October 2025 -Hairworx Attends Salon International, London

A treat for the staff, travelling to London by train from Par.

 

Keeping up with the latest trends and innovations is an important part of what we do at Hairworx.

 

This year, the team enjoyed a visit to the Salon International at London Excel, discovering new products, techniques and industry insights to bring back to the salon.

 

It wasn't all work though – there was plenty of laughter, team bonding and fun along the way, making it a fantastic day out for everyone involved.

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July 2025 - The British Hair and Beauty Awards

Hairworx Wins Gold for Hair and Beauty Salon of the Year at the British Hair and Beauty Awards 2025.

 

The British Hair and Beauty Awards 2025 are proud to announce Hairworx, led by Jill Davies, as the Gold Award winner for Hair and Beauty Salon of the Year — a recognition of their exceptional creativity, innovation, and dedication to client and community wellbeing. From humble beginnings in a modest, rundown space, Hairworx has flourished into a vibrant, full-service salon and a cornerstone of its local community.

 

Offering everything from cutting-edge hair trends to advanced skin health monitoring through their Map My Mole initiative, the salon blends style with substance — and even holistic mental health counselling.

 

Hairworx stands out not only for their services, but also for their commitment to people. Unlike many in the industry, they fully employ their team, creating stability and nurturing long-term careers. Their apprenticeship programme has trained 10 apprentices, with 6 going on to open their own salons — a remarkable legacy of mentorship and skill development.

 

Under Jill's leadership, Hairworx has navigated economic and pandemic challenges with resilience, introducing advanced treatments like lymphatic body sculpting and float therapy, all while maintaining a warm, personalised client experience. Their blend of creativity, community focus, and genuine care has set them apart as a true leader in the industry.

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May 2025 - Therapists Trained to Deliver Our New Service

Hairworx is excited to introduce the Zemits CelluSpice Pro Thermal Body Sculptor, an advanced body contouring treatment designed to help smooth, tone and refine your silhouette. Using innovative thermal technology, this non-invasive treatment helps improve the appearance of stubborn areas, supports circulation and lymphatic drainage, and promotes firmer, healthier-looking skin. Ideal for those looking to target cellulite, improve skin texture or enhance their body confidence, the Zemits CelluSpice Pro offers a comfortable treatment with no downtime.

 

Whether you’re working towards your body goals or simply want to feel your best, this advanced technology provides a safe and effective way to support your journey.

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April 2025 - Introducing Holistic Therapies at Hairworx

We're delighted to welcome Charmaine to the Hairworx team. Bringing a wealth of knowledge, experience, and specialist training in holistic therapies, Charmaine enhances our wellbeing services and is passionate about helping clients relax, restore balance, and feel their very best.

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March 2025 - Bella Is Now Qualified in Hair Extensions

We're proud to announce that Bella has successfully completed a two-day professional hair extension training course in Plymouth with Belle Academy. During the course, she developed the skills and techniques needed to provide high-quality hair extension services, including consultation, application, maintenance, and aftercare. Bella is excited to bring her new expertise to Hairworx, offering clients beautiful, natural-looking extensions to add length, volume, or a complete hair transformation. Book a consultation with Bella to discuss the perfect option for you.

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February 2025 - A Massive congratulations to Caitlin

We are incredibly proud to announce that our talented stylist Caitlin has achieved her NVQ Level 3 City & Guilds Certificate with a Distinction! This comes after previously achieving her Level 2 with a Distinction as well, an amazing accomplishment that reflects her dedication, hard work, and passion for the hair industry. Caitlin is not only a fantastic stylist, but she is also a wonderful ambassador for Hairworx. Her care and attention towards every client, her professionalism, and her commitment to continually developing her skills make her a huge credit to our salon.Watching her grow in confidence and knowledge has been a pleasure, and this achievement is so well deserved Well done, Caitlin – we couldn’t be prouder.

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January 2025 - A big well done to Bella

A huge congratulations to Bella on passing her City & Guilds Level 2 qualification an incredible four months ahead of schedule! Bella has worked exceptionally hard throughout her training, showing dedication, determination and a real passion for hairdressing every step of the way. We are so proud of everything she has achieved and can't wait to see her continue to grow and thrive as part of the Hairworx team.

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December 2024 - Pickled Onion Winner!!

Rumour has it the competition was fierce… but Jill has officially claimed the title of Best Pickled Onion Champion 2024 at the annual Onion Competition held at The Rashleigh Inn at Charlestown, supported by the Regatta committee. A hard-fought battle of crunch, vinegar and questionable bravery from all involved, but in the end there could only be one winner. Jill is now proudly accepting her trophy, acceptance speech still slightly teary from the onions.

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September 2024 - Lisa's Charity Skydive

Our Senior Stylist Lisa took on an incredible challenge to celebrate her 30th birthday, a charity skydive! Hairworx was proud to sponsor Lisa and supported her fundraising efforts, helping to raise money in the salon for a fantastic cause. We couldn't be prouder of Lisa for stepping out of her comfort zone, taking the leap and making a difference at the same time.

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August 2024 & April 2023 - Zoe & Bethany gain more qualifications

In April 2023, Zoe and Bethany travelled to London to complete an intensive two-day CACI Advanced Training course. Following this specialist training, we are proud to offer a range of advanced treatments using the CACI Synergy machine, one of the most innovative non-surgical facial systems available. The CACI Synergy delivers outstanding results, combining advanced technologies to lift, tone, firm, and rejuvenate the skin. Whether you're looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin texture, or achieve a more youthful complexion, our CACI treatments provide safe, effective, and visible results without surgery.

 

In Auguat 2004, Zoe and Bethany successfully completed their cryosurgery training, enabling them to safely assess and remove a range of benign skin lesions. This additional qualification allows us to offer even more advanced skin treatments in the clinic, providing clients with convenient access to professional lesion removal. Zoe has also undertaken further specialist training in mole screening and is now qualified to assess moles for signs that may indicate skin cancer. This service provides clients with greater peace of mind by identifying suspicious moles that may require further medical investigation, supporting the early detection of skin cancer.

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April 2023 - Hairworx Welcomes Skin Aesthetic's Clinic

We are delighted to welcome Skin Aesthetics Clinic to Hairworx!

Katie will be holding a monthly aesthetics clinic at our salon, offering a range of professional aesthetic treatments in a welcoming and relaxing environment.

Skin Aesthetics was created with a simple belief that enhancing your natural features should feel effortless, elegant and entirely personal.

The clinic offers a curated range of advanced, non-surgical treatments designed to refresh, rejuvenate, and restore confidence while maintaining complete authenticity.

From targeted skin therapies like microneedling and Endopulse to anti-wrinkle solutions, dermal fillers, skin boosters and advanced contouring techniques, every treatment is tailored with intention. They use only premium, CE-approved products and evidence-based methods to ensure results that are safe, balanced and beautifully natural.

Your experience is just as important as your outcome. We've created a calm, professional environment where you can explore your options with confidence. Ask questions, discuss concerns, and receive honest guidance without pressure - because the best results are achieved when you feel informed, supported and completely at ease.

To book an appointment, contact Katie direct by clicking here

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July 2022 - First Prize in The Par Carnival Traders Window Display

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March 2022 - Education with Great British Barber Bash

We had an excellent day with the Great British Barber Bash team, Garry and Ollie’s skills of fading technique were incredible and we all enjoyed it very much. To receive this type of excellent education in our region was definitely an opportunity not to be missed.

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July 2019 - First Prize in The Par Carnival Traders Window Display

Theme -Anything Cornish Hairworx decided to base the theme on the Cornish Dialect.

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July 2018 - First Prize in The Par Carnival Traders Window Display

Theme - Around the World Hairworx decided to base the theme on hairstyles and fashion around the world

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26th April, 2017 - Article In St Austell Voice and Cornwall Live

An article was published in the St Austell Voice and Cornwall Live about the charity fun day we held at Hairworx raising money for Aiden

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October 2016 - Hairworx Sponsors Local Football Club

Hairworx are delighted to have provided the new team AFC Par with their new kit ahead of the first season since their formation. Jill Davies owner of Hairworx was approached by Kevin Morcom the player manager who was extremely excited with the new team for par and Jill was only too happy to support the local community with sponsoring their new kit and also offers the players a 10% discount on their haircuts.

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March 2016 - Hairworx fundraises for Aiden

Hairworx held a raffle at the salon to raise money for a local boy called Aiden who sadly has Cerebral Palsy and is saving for an operation to help him walk which will cost £45.000. We donated several prices including a pair of GHD Hair straighteners and raised a total of £231.00

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March 2016 - 10 years of Hairworx

Hairworx are delighted to announce that they celebrated their 10th year of business

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July 2015 - First Prize in The Par Carnival Traders Window Display

Hairworx wins the Par Carnival Trader's Trophy for the best decorated window

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February 2012 - Fundraising for Mikey

Hairworx helped towards the fundraising for Mikey. Hairworx agreed to do a leg wax for Jason and a head shave for Liz. The event took place at The Welcome Inn at Par.

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April 2011 - Good Salon Guide

An article was issued about Hairworx in the Good Salon Guide

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November 2010 - Celebrity at Hairworx

Celebrity stylist, Lee Stafford came to our salon for a training day with the Hairworx staff

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November 2010 - Five Stars

Hairworx were awarded a five star rating from the Good Salon Guide

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17th April 2010 - Hairworx Opens

Hairworx, hair, beauty and wellness salon, Harbour Road Par opened for business

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November 2009 - Hairworx

The old ambulance hall in Par was purchased. Planning permission was approved to turn the building into a hair, beauty & wellness salon

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17th March 2006 - The Hairworx Journey Began

Hairworx Hair and Beauty began its journey on Par Lane, Par. What was once a disused and run-down building was transformed into a warm, welcoming salon that quickly became a successful part of the local community.

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