Our Story

When we first moved to Carradale, a friend said to us that you don’t find Carradale, Carradale finds you...

and it was love at first sight. We moved to Carradale from Gloucestershire to find our work life balance, and being part of such a welcoming and supportive community has made Carradale our home.

h’Airds is Annik & Michael! We’re a married couple, Annik is a ladies hairdresser and Michael is an ex- barber who is now a Sound Therapist..

We love working alongside each other doing something that we are both so passionate about.

Annik loves:

  • talking about cats

  • fashion & tailored tweed

  • gardening, potting plants & interior design

  • coffee

  • picnics

    Did you know, Annik previously worked as an Objects Conservator at Cheltenham Museum & Art Gallery and specialised in costumes and fabrics!

Michael loves:

  • talking about cats

  • collecting vinyl record & DJing

  • creating ambient music

  • lemon & ginger tea

  • breakfast

    Did you know, Michael previously worked as a mix engineer in a recording studio and managed the Music Library in Cheltenham!

We love the natural texture, nature’s rhythms and the synergy of beauty and ruggedness that the Kintyre peninsula offers. We’re continually inspired by the ever changing light, colours and scenery that we are immersed in.

We understand that a visit to a salon can be about more than just a haircut or treatment.

It’s your space to connect, a chance to stop and be looked after, and maybe an escape. Mental health is something that can affect all of us, so whether you want to talk, or just take a quiet moment to yourself, we’ll respect what you need. We can listen and help direct you to resources that may help.

Studies have shown that listening to music can have a profound benefit to our mental health, and at h’Airds we have curated our music playlist to enhance and compliment your visit with us. If you do find it overwhelming just let us know.