Education in hair, since 2001.
An award-winning hair salon and training academy in Torbay, run by Sassoon-trained professionals with decades of experience.
01803 291000
Mon–Sat · 484 Babbacombe Road
ESTABLISHED 2001
TORQUAY, UK
For over 25 years we've trained the South West's hairdressers and styled its weddings, school runs and big nights out — run by premier educators and trained professionals at E-Salon.
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New government incentives from October 2026+ - up to £3000 per apprentice.
SERVICES
What we do, day in, day out.
TWO SALONS, ONE PHILOSOPHY
A salon that teaches, and an academy that styles.
The Main Salon
Cuts, colour and styling led by our experienced senior team. We tailor every visit to you and your lifestyle, with on-trend advice when you want it and a relaxed atmosphere when you don’t.
The Academy Salon
Discounted hair from our apprentices, supervised at every step by senior educators. A perfect option for adventurous looks, complimentary models, and great service at a kinder price.
Education & Training
Recognised qualifications in Hairdressing and Barbering, plus tailored programmes for schools, colleges and industry specialists. Run by Sasoon-trained educators.
Beauty & Bridal
From everyday brows and lashes to full bridal=day styling and trials, our beauty side keeps you camera-ready for the oments that matter.
Qualifications in hairdressing & barbering — from apprentice to industry specialist.
Our academy partners with schools, colleges, employers and individual learners. Programmes are designed and delivered by Sassoon-trained educators with decades of working experience on the salon floor.
20+
YEARS TRAINING STYLISTS
DISCIPLINES
Hairdressing & Barbering
OPEN TO
Schools, colleges, employers, learners
SAID ABOUT US
EXCELLENT Based on 56 reviews Posted on Google Clare MurphyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful salon with a relaxed atmosphere and excellent hairdressers who really care about their clients! Highly recommend!Posted on Google Maria EvesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This is a lovely academy they are always professional and very friendly, I always walk out very happyPosted on Google Amanda WebbTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It's relaxed and professional. Lucy gives me a beautiful cut, and my colour today was fabulous.Posted on Google Lauren TappTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I came into the salon to get my haircolour fixed, because a different hairdressers had messed up my highlights. As soon as a walked into e-hairdressers they were welcoming and extremely friendly. Lauren completely transformed my hair so that it was exactly how I wanted. Thank you so much for saving me in my bad hair day crisis.Posted on Google Jane ThompsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having used The Academy over many years & always pleased with my hair cut & colour. It was a shame that on my last visit two weeks ago, I was slightly disappointed with the overall result. I appreciate they are trainees so it was a tricky one for me..... However after a phone call to the salon I was invited back again to 'rectify' it. On the day I had a lovely face to face chat with Richard who assured me they'd look after me. A lovely student named Felicity re-did some foils, & Claire tweaked my 'fringe' transforming my head of hair into a brighter version & at no extra cost! I can't thank you enough guys for sorting me out. Thank you Richard 🤗Posted on Google Harriet ThompsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really lovely experience with Lucy today :) I don't really like having my hair cut and get a bit nervous about the outcome but she was fab! She produced a great cut and styled it really well. Nice chat too! Thanks Lucy!! XPosted on Google Megha NairTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got my hair cut in here today. Had the most amazing experience. I have zero idea about haircuts and stuff. All I knew was that I wanted to go shorter. My appointments was with Emily, she patiently helped me with everything, the headwash, the cut, everything felt really luxurious. Would definitely go back again and will recommend it to all of my friends.