LAST week hairdressers across the North-East and North Yorkshire reopened their doors after being closed for more than three months.

Since Monday, April 12, barbers and stylists have been hard at work taming lockdown locks and DIY-dos.

Whether it's untamed mops or botched DIY-dos, salons across the region have been booked up well in advance as customers are keen to get their hair under control.

While some lucky souls were first through the door for a cut and colour, short back and sides or a totally new look, others are still holding tight for an appointment.

But where is best to get a fresh cut? We’ve taken a look through the Google reviews for hairdressers across Durham, Chester-le-Street, Stockton, Middlesbrough, Darlington and Northallerton to find some 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.

As the North-East and North Yorkshire have a wealth of hairdressers, we narrowed down the list by including only those with five stars and more than ten reviews. 

These are ten of the best hairdressers in the North-East according to Google reviews:

Alchemy Salons, Claypathm, Durham - five stars from 27 reviews 

One customer said Alchemy Salons is their "favourite hairdressers", adding: "clean friendly and always come away satisfied. 5stars every time". Others praised the salon, the staff and boasted a positive experience with patient and helpful stylists.

One reviewer wrote: "This was my first time coming here and I wasn't quite sure what I want to do with my hair but Rachel was so patient and helpful! I strongly recommend the Alchemy Salons :)".

Curlz, Tudor House, Neville's Cross Bank, Durham - five stars from 13 reviews

Reviews praised Curls for both haircuts and beauty facilities, with one person "highly recommending" the salon for its "friendly staff", who do a "great job", and "reasonable prices". One customer said: "Best little shop in the area."

Twilight Hair Studio, Langley Moor - five stars from 29 reviews

Customers praise "friendly" and "great" staff who give a "great" haircut in the Google reviews for Twighlight Hair Studio.

One person wrote: "Very friendly and professional staff. Very helpful, good advice on best results for your hair. Never had a problem, always top marks. Gone there for years, and would never change a hairdresser you can trust. 10/10"

Saks Hair & Beauty, Front Street, Chester-le-Street - five stars from 66 reviews 

One reviewer hailed Saks' professionalism and quality, writing: "This is by far the best hairdressers salon i have tried in the UK. They are professional, know their job and service is excellent, they also use the best hair products. I recommend it 100%. I had my hair done by Stacey and couldn’t be more pleased with her work!" Another said they were "absolutely chuffed" with their hair. 

Trish Brown Hairdressing, W Auckland Rd, Darlington - five stars from 24 reviews 

One customer, whose review was left after the salon reopened last week, left five stars praising the "professional" salon while another customer, who squeezed in an appointment the day before the lockdown wrote: "I have had to change hairdressers unexpectedly, and managed to get an appointment at Trish Brown Hair after reading their excellent reviews. I got in the day before lockdown!

"What a fabulous experience. All of the staff were so friendly, and the salon was very Covid safe. I got an excellent consultation with Sam who listened to what I wanted and suggested ways to achieve this. I came away from the salon extremely happy with a fabulous hair cut and colour. Thank you all at Trish Brown Hair for making what could have been a stressful experience amazing!"

Marcel Hair Studio, Mayfair Rd, Darlington - five stars from 11 reviews 

One happy customer said the studio is a "hidden gem" and they "could not recommend Sue and Michelle enough and Jodie the junior" while another reviewer said Marchel Hair Studio is "the best salon ever" adding: "staff are amazing, always come out with an awesome makeover". 

Cain & Fellow Hair and Beauty, Prince Regent St, Stockton - five stars from 81 reviews

Customers praised this salon for its service, staff and prices, with one noting it is dog friendly and another saying they have "never not loved my hair afterwards".

Another reviewer wrote: "The whole experience was fabulous; couldn’t fault it. The salon was set up perfectly for socially distancing and all ran as if they’d been doing it that way forever. Relaxed And friendly atmosphere. Super happy with my hair colour and cut too. Can’t wait for my next one!"

Holga, Nelson Terrace, Stockton - five stars from 27 reviews 

Holga has been praised by old and new customers alike, with one person saying they visited their "old salon" on a trip back from Australia, and another saying: "I always coincide a trip home with a haircut a few times a year, I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Others said the salon has "excellent service and pleasant staff".

Sonny Playforth Hairdressing, High St, Northallerton - five stars from 16 reviews

A handful of people have already left reviews since Sonny Playforth Hairdressing reopened last week, praising its cleanliness, professionalism, quality and value. 

One customer said it was a "top class" salon while another wrote: "Fantastic salon.

"Really friendly and experienced staff. You are always made to feel really welcome. Jayme is a fantastic stylist and there’s always a lovely, happy atmosphere in the salon. The refurbishment looks great and I’m sure Sonny’s training academy will be amazing."

Adam & Eve Hairdressing, High St, Northallerton - five stars from 19 reviews 

One customer, who left a review just three days ago, said: "Always friendly, always a pleasure I look forward to, always leave feeling beautiful. Thank you Sam." 

Others boasted loyalty to the salon, saying they had been a customer for five and ten years. Reviews also praised "great staff" and "great results" while saying the salon was "very Covid secure".