Fifty years of craft, one family-run chair.
From the founders who opened Peterborough's first unisex salon in 1974 to the apprentices training with us today — every stylist here shares the same passion for the work.
Creative Directors
Mick
Opened the first unisex hair salon in Peterborough back in November 1974 and still has the same passion for hairdressing today. Winner of the British Championship in 1982, Mick now shares the responsibility of managing the business with his wife Kris and daughter Amber — heading the team while still cutting, styling and chatting to his fabulous clientele.
Kris
Co-owner Kris has many accolades to her bow including British Champion for Ladies Cut & Blow Dry in 1982 and 1984, Fashion Hair Extensions finalist in 2006 and L'Oréal Colour Trophy finalist. She heads the technical side of the salon alongside Amber and loves creating the photographic work seen throughout the salon and in our adverts.
Creative Designers
Polly
Joined the company in the 1980s and was instrumental in creating the Michael John Academy in 1996. Now Course Director of our private courses, Polly mixes traditional technique with current trends and loves passing her skills on to talented young hairdressers.
Jayne
Started at Michael John straight from college over 35 years ago. One of the original team members, Jayne has trained many apprentices and still works a busy column with a passion for classic colouring, perming and long hair work.
Priscilla
Started her career with Michael John straight from school. Having competed in national competitions, Priscilla has a natural talent for modern styles, creative colour and long hair work.
Amy
Having worked her way up the Michael John ladder, Amy is one of our Master Colour Experts. She takes inspiration from the latest trends to create looks that make clients feel confident and glamorous.
Amber
After university, Amber followed her parents into the family business. A Master Colour Expert with TIGI and Wella ambassador experience, she now runs our NVQ training academy and helps lead the day-to-day and photographic side of the business.
Artistic Designers
Libby
A true passion for colour — known for bold, imaginative transformations and vibrant, expressive tones that make every look feel like a work of art.
Sophie
Passionate about seamless, bespoke colour — from sun-kissed highlights to beautifully blended balayage, known for precision and effortlessly polished results.
Style Designers
Alexis
Growing her skills and passion within the salon since qualifying, with a developing interest in men's hair and perming. Offers a 10% student discount.
Young Designers
Morgan
Recently achieved her NVQ Level 2 qualification, already showing a strong passion for colouring, cutting and men's perming. Offers 25% student discount on Wednesdays and Fridays, 10% every other day.
Our apprentices
Training the next generation
Daisy
Mischa
Nicola
Izzy
Ingrida
Isla
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