Last week hairdressers across Southend reopened their doors after being closed for more than three months.

Since then, barbers and stylists have been hard at work taming all manner of lockdown locks, including untamed mops, majorly exposed roots, and botched DIY-dos.

Many people have gone months without a trim, and with such demand many salons have been booked well in advance as people aimed for a fresh cut as soon as possible.

While some lucky souls were first through the door for a cut and colour, short back and sides or even a totally new look, many people are still waiting for their appointments.

But how does your hairdresser rank among Southend’s best?

We’ve taken a look through the Google reviews for hairdressers across the borough to see which make a list of ten of the best.

Voted for by customers, Google reviews give people the chance to see real opinions from scores of clients so they can weigh up where to go next for their haircut.

These are ten of the best hairdressers in Southend according to Google reviews:

Evolution Hair Dressing, Southchurch Road, Southend - 5 stars

Customers praised the "very professional" staff and said they would "never go anywhere else." High praise indeed. 

Niki's Hair & Beauty, Southchurch Road, Southend - 5 stars 

Reviewers highlighted the "great Service at a great price" and said staff were "friendly and helpful."

SalonT, Sutton Road, Southend - 5 stars

Customers were delighted with the services offered and said they felt safe going after lockdown. One said they "always leave feeling well looked-after."

Hair at Sixteen, Hamlet Court Road, Westcliff - 4.9 stars

One review said: "The salon was well setup - all staff in protective gear, hand gel, spaced out. Well done!!"

Grateful Heads, Alexandra Street, Southend - 4.9 stars

Customers praised the atmosphere.

One said: "The service is great, and my hair looks good and stays looking good for weeks. Excellent cut. Nice atmosphere without tension and everyone pleasant."

Kink Hair, Southchurch Road, Southend - 4.9 stars

One review said: "Great little hairdressers, friendly staff, clean and a good hair cut."

Liberty Hair and Beauty, Sutton Road, Southend - 4.9 stars

One customer said:" Such friendly staff, always a smile. Nothing is a problem and they all take the time to listen to what you want, if you are not sure, their experience knows exactly what your hair needs or offers advice."

Jarrod Hair Salon, Alexandra Street, Southend - 4.9 stars

Customers praised the "professional and very friendly" staff and said the hairdressers "listen to what the client wants".

Graceful Hair, Southchurch Road, Southend - 4.9 stars

One reviewer said: "Friendly, good value for money and always really happy with hairdo."

Head Hunters, The Victoria Shopping Centre, Southend - 4.8 stars

The salon's "friendly" staff and "reasonable prices" were praised. One review said: "I have used this salon for many years now, they are friendly, helpful and the staff are lovely and welcoming."