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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Massive thanks to Becky at Alan Howard Sheffield Parkway store for all her help with my recent purchase. She absolutely went the extra mile to get me samples of fabric etc when the manufacturer were... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

PRESTON STORE All the staff are extremely personable, helpful & very knowledgable with all the products in store. Special thanks to Georgia who offered in depth time & great help choosing produc... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The in warehouse stock vs out of stock needs addressing. I shouldn’t have to chase half my order because it’s being despatched separately, with no communication via email or otherwise sent to me. Also... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I use Alan Howard most weeks and I can honestly say the staff at the Blackpool branch are all great ,Friendly and very helpful .If I'm running short on anything they usually get it to me next day or e... See more

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  1. Beauty Supply Store

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We are Alan Howard, a family run company and the UK’s leading professional Hair and Beauty supplier. We are exclusively for professionals, who we have been supporting with professionalism, integrity, nurtured relationships and knowledge since 1973. We partner with the most trusted brands along with the most advanced business platforms. This allows us to offer the best products, education, tools, furniture and business support, enabling our community to thrive. We have a bespoke omnichannel strategy to answer most of Hair and Beauty professionals’ needs whether it be in-store, online or via our sales teams. We are Alan Howard, the partner of choice for Hair and Beauty professionals. Today: We have 25 stores, 50+ BDMs, over 320 employees, and 7 training academies. Our Values We are, Passionate - Loving what we do. United- Stronger together. Loyal - Valuing each other. Selfless - Putting others first. Empowering - Striving for perfection. This is our PULSE. The Heartbeat of Everything We Do!


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Ordered peroxide with offer on website…

Ordered peroxide with offer on website say buy 2 as get 3 free
When parcel arrived 3rd bottle never was add and they try to tell me I should add 3 to basked (never had to do this in past as system add automatically) expected better customer service and try to rip off customers with simple mistake they made it!!! Do not order as they will rip you off as well.Also be careful when order as when you press 1 system add to basked multiple items and you have to double check and remove it!!!

April 17, 2025
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Joanna, hope you are well.

I'm sorry to hear you haven't had a smooth checkout journey on our website.

I have been in touch with our Web department who have informed me of the communication you have had with them via our support chat.

I'd just like to reiterate that offers can only be applied if the correct items are in your basket i.e. total quantity of 3 peroxides to allow the deal of buy 2 get 1 free to be applied.

Unfortunately we cannot assume what developer you would have required for your free bottle as our customers like to mix and match within this deal, but you would have been met with a prompt upon checkout to let you know that you are close to completing a deal and to add another peroxide to your basket to ensure that you get this.

However, I have forwarded your feedback onto our E-commerce manager to look into this.

We are happy to fulfil the deal required and send you your free developer, as our Web team confirmed via email, so if you are happy with this please contact them via the email chain.

Many thanks
Katie

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Please dont order furnitures from Allan…

Please dont order furnitures from Allan Howard. Ordered 3 backwashes in December 2024 and on the 13th of February 2025 Ordered 5 REM mirrors.
When the backwashes got delivered, all 3 basins had to be dismantled as they were wrongly built. The plumber spend 4 hours to correct the basins which cost me additional £120 for his time. When he fitted the backwashes we noticed one of the chairs was faulty. If you try to get hold of Chris, forget it! Replacement was sent after a few weeks but with the same fault.
As for the REM mirrors, after asking most weeks when they finally will be delivered, still non the wiser. Ignorance is a bliss.
Ordered REM reception desk from company called 'Salon Direct ' 4 weeks ago, they kept me informed about the progress on my order and it's been delivered. Don't waste your time or money on Allan howard! Order your furniture from someone else

April 1, 2025
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Ela, hope you are well. I have forwarded your review over to Chris in our furniture department who has now been in touch with you.

I have been guided through all the communication not only Chris, but also another member of our furniture team and your local store has had with you regarding the order, so I'm sorry to hear that you don't feel that this was adequate enough.

I understand your frustrations with the washunit - this is not an ideal situation but we have tried to rectify this with replacements but they were refused.

I believe your mirrors are now delivered and a replacement washunit has now been offered.

Many thanks for your feedback.
Katie


Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Bad experience


"I ordered a nail polish from this website on March 5th, and it was supposed to arrive between March 7th and 11th. Unfortunately, there was a delay without any updates, and I had to send two emails before finally getting a response. In the end, my order arrived two days late, which was quite stressful for me. The shopping experience was disappointing. I hope this store improves its customer service and communication in the future."

March 13, 2025
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Narges. I sincerely apologise for the delay on your order. We pride ourselves in delivering the best customer experience possible, therefore, I will forward your feedback onto the relevant department for this to be followed up.
Many thanks,
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good…

very good selection of everything a hairdresser needs. Very helpful, friendly stuff.

January 30, 2025
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Nataliia, thank you for your five star review and feedback. We look forward to you shopping with us again soon.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast delivery

It was well packaged. Quick delivery too

December 29, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Katie, thank you for your five star review and feedback.
Katie

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

The in warehouse stock vs out of stock…

The in warehouse stock vs out of stock needs addressing. I shouldn’t have to chase half my order because it’s being despatched separately, with no communication via email or otherwise sent to me. Also taking too long to respond . I paid in one go so my invoice should be 1 invoice not two.

November 28, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Martin, we're sorry for any inconvenience caused with your order. I hope this is now rectified but if not please feel free to contact info@alanhoward.co.uk and we'll be happy to help.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always a great service

Always a great service, staff are very attentive and go above and beyond to ensure I get my products. Even when ordering last minute.

December 5, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Sarah, thank you so much for you five star review. It's great to hear such good feedback.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to order from and very helpful…

Easy to order from and very helpful when I ordered something by mistake and wanted to swap it they sorted that for me straight away. Prices are good and very quick delivery!

November 28, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Hollie, thank you for taking the time to review us! Great to hear such good feedback on our services.
Thanks
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Super staff very helpful..beeing using…

Super staff very helpful..beeing using alan Howard's for 18 years

October 29, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Louise, thank you for being such a loyal customer to us for 18 years. Thank you for spending the time to review us, it is much appreciated.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Always really helpful and very prompt…

Always really helpful and very prompt when I place an online order! Lovely freindly staff also!! Wouldn’t go anywhere else!

September 28, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Thank you for your five star review and wonderful feedback! It's great to hear that you chose us as your main supplier for all your business.
Katie

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Please stop wasting business owners…

Please stop wasting business owners time ! Twice this week iv tried to buy in line and in store , I wanted payot and milkshake products . Seams milkshake can’t be bought on line or ordered from my local branch. I rang Stockport who have stock but don’t deliver . Total waste of about 3 hours of my time . Your business is to support salons not waste our time .

October 4, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Julie. We're sorry you weren't able to efficiently check out with the items you required online or from your local store. We are only able to distribute Milk_Shake to specific areas and I believe from your email to our web department the area you are in we are unable to distribute there. We always strive to provide the best service to our customers, so we are sorry that your experience this time hasn't met expectations. We hope to be able to service you in the near future.
Many thanks,
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely staff

Lovely staff, very helpful and welcoming,only down side is I don't get told when it's vat free week 🤣 I got told after I bought an item online hahaa so would be nice to get emails on discounts or messages etc 😁 but other than that great!

September 28, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Rebecca, thank you for your five star review! We try to keep all of our customers updated as much as possible with all of our offers via our printable mailer, email, socials and text. When you are next in store please let us check all your details with yourself to make sure we have everything up to date on our system.
Thank you
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alan Howard’s are always so helpful

Alan Howard’s are always so helpful. Everyone there is lovely and we love using them as our product suppliers! Thanks to Nick as well who always brings things when we need them early! Haha.
Emilie,
Uccello hair and beauty

September 24, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Emilie, thank you for your five star review and wonderful feedback on us.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The staff at Blackpool shop are great

The staff at Blackpool shop are great , always there to help out and give their advice and knowledge on what I need or can’t find .

September 9, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Donna, thank you so much for your five star review and feedback. It's great to hear.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Having not been to Alan Howard for a…

Having not been to Alan Howard for a long time I feel I want to write this review as the team of girls was fantastic in the Sheffield store in Brighton. Rachel,Sarah and Stacey.
I only went to purchase new hair straighteners for myself and couch rolls for my salon.
I ended up replacing all my hair tools and products and spending a fortune as the prices were amazing just like the girls. Every thing they advised me to buy has been a fab purchase. Cheers girls
Fiona

August 13, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Fiona, what a wonderful review to receive. The team at the store are amazing and we love to hear this feedback from our customers. We look forward to seeing you in store again very soon.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

its greatttttttt if i can open my trade…

its greatttttttt if i can open my trade account with them

September 13, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi, we're sorry to hear you're having trouble opening your trade account. You can either pop into your local store with the relevant documentation or contact info@alanhoward.co.uk for more support.
Katie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Bury Store. Best Team Barr none

Right, where do I start with this ‘cracking’ Team at Alan Howard’s Bury? Welcoming, friendly, SUPER HELPFUL and amazingly knowledgeable, I could go on…so I will. Nothing is ever a problem. Something not in stock they will do their best to get it for you. If there’s an offer and you don’t know about they tell you. I’ve been using various branches over the years and I have to say the Bury Team surpass them all. I have to give Lindsay a special mention too. I’m always picking her brain about products and she always comes up trumps. She is a true asset to your store. It truly is a joy to shop there.

September 2, 2024
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Reply from Alan Howard

Hi Catherine what a wonderful review! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a detailed review. We really appreciate the feedback and will be sharing this with our Bury store.
We look forward to seeing you in store again soon.
Katie

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