Simple Beauty

What Simple Beauty does

Simple Beauty Cullompton is a privately held, single-location beauty salon operating from 2 The Barn, Newlands Park, Honiton Road, Cullompton, Devon, in the United Kingdom. Founded in October 2006 by proprietor Hannah Stone, who has over 20 years of industry experience since qualifying in 2000, the salon serves individual male and female consumers seeking professional beauty and aesthetic treatments. Services span waxing, tinting, manicures and pedicures (including BIAB nail systems), Swedish and hot stone massage, eyelash extensions and LVL lash lifts, electrolysis, spray tanning, wedding makeup, and a dedicated permanent makeup / micro-pigmentation offering. Advanced skincare is built around Dermalogica professional products and includes ProSkin 30 and ProSkin 60 facials, microneedling, Pro Power Peel chemical peels, and the Melanopro hyperpigmentation program; the team is trained at the International Dermal Institute.

The business is operationally straightforward: revenue is generated per appointment from in-salon service delivery, retail sale of Dermalogica home-care products, and gift vouchers available both in-person and online. Customers book via the Fresha online booking platform, by phone (01884 33446), or by walking into the Cullompton salon; opening hours span Monday through Saturday. Marketing is driven by the company website (with service descriptions, gallery, testimonials, and Fresha integration), client testimonials, and word-of-mouth referrals, with no paid advertising or social channel footprint disclosed in the input data. Pricing is not publicly listed; specific price points require inquiry or phone contact, with a 15% first-visit discount and introductory spray tan offers as the disclosed promotional levers. The business operates as a sole proprietorship or small private entity with no disclosed external investors, no funding rounds, and no parent company.

Name

Simple Beauty

Legal name

Simple Beauty Cullompton

Website

https://simplebeautycullompton.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Simple Beauty Cullompton is a privately held, single-location UK beauty salon founded in 2006 by Hannah Stone, offering waxing, skincare facials, nails, massage, lash and brow services, electrolysis, spray tanning, and permanent makeup to individual men and women in Devon.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Beauty Salon Services

NAICS

Beauty Salons (812112), Cosmetics, Beauty Supplies, and Perfume Retailers (456120)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSALADAA

Classic/European Facials

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Skincare & Facial Services

SECONDARYHSALAKAC

Combination Brows Services

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Cosmetic Tattooing & Permanent Makeup Services

SECONDARYHSALAHAA

Everyday Makeup Application

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Makeup Services

SECONDARYHSALAJAH

Sunless Tanning Product Retail (Self-Tanners/Branded Products)

Home & Personal Services/Personal Care & Beauty Services/Tanning Services (Spray/UV)

SECONDARYCRABALAF

Professional Skincare & Facial Treatments

Consumer Products & Retail/Beauty & Personal Care/Professional Salon & Spa Products

Keywords

• Beauty salon services
• Skincare treatments
• Permanent makeup
• Nail care services
• Waxing services

Headquarters

HQ city

Cullompton

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Beauty Treatment Services: Revenue generated from providing in-salon beauty treatments including waxing, manicures, pedicures, skincare facials, massage, permanent makeup, eyelash extensions, electrolysis, spray tanning, and more. Services are booked by appointment with durations ranging from 5 minutes to 2 hours.
2. Gift Vouchers: Sale of gift vouchers available for purchase both in-salon and online through the Fresha platform, allowing customers to purchase experiences for others.
3. Skincare Products: Retail sales of Dermalogica skincare products for home use, including the Melanopro home care kit prescribed after professional treatments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Simple Beauty is a single-location beauty salon providing in-person beauty treatments including waxing, manicures, pedicures, skincare facials, massage, permanent makeup, eyelash extensions, electrolysis, and spray tanning. The salon uses premium professional product brands such as Dermalogica, Sienna X, Nailtiques, and Orly, and offers advanced skincare treatments including microneedling, Pro Power Peel chemical peels, and Melanopro. Appointments are booked via the Fresha online platform, by phone, or in-person, with supplemental retail sales of Dermalogica skincare products and gift vouchers.

Product overview

Simple Beauty is a beauty salon providing a comprehensive range of aesthetic and wellness services. The business operates as a single-location service provider offering waxing, tinting, manicure and pedicure, massage therapies, eyelash extensions, electrolysis, spray tanning, wedding makeup, and permanent makeup services. Their advanced skincare offerings are built around Dermalogica professional products and include ProSkin facials (Pro 30 and Pro 60), microneedling, Pro Power Peel chemical peels, and Melanopro Peel for hyperpigmentation. The salon uses Fresha as its online booking platform and sells Dermalogica retail products for at-home skincare. Gift vouchers are also available for purchase.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Waxing Services Body and facial hair removal using warm honey wax and Australian body care tea tree oil, providing results lasting 4-6 weeks. Includes leg waxing, bikini waxing, Brazilian, Hollywood, underarm, and facial waxing services for individual consumers.
• Tinting Services Eyebrow and eyelash tinting treatments that darken lashes and brows for enhanced definition. Requires patch test 24 hours before first treatment.
• Manicure & Pedicure Hand and foot care treatments including basic manicures and pedicures, paraffin wax treatments, and gel polish applications using Builder in a Bottle (BIAB) technology for long-lasting natural-looking nails.
• Swedish Massage Firm massage therapy to aid relaxation, reduce tension, and improve circulation and skin tone. Includes full body massage, back/neck/shoulder massage, and aromatherapy Indian head massage.
• Hot Stone Massage Therapeutic massage combining traditional massage with heated stones, allowing heat to penetrate deep into muscles for enhanced relaxation and tension relief.
• Eyelash Extensions Semi-permanent eyelash enhancement using individual synthetic lashes. Offers Classic, Hybrid, and Russian Volume techniques for varying levels of fullness and volume.
• LVL Lash Lift and Tint Treatment that curls natural lashes from base to tip and darkens them with semi-permanent dye, lasting 6-8 weeks for lift and 4-6 weeks for tint.
• Electrolysis FDA-approved permanent hair removal method targeting individual hair follicles. Suitable for all skin types and hair colors with no risk of ingrown hairs.
• Wedding Makeup Bridal makeup services tailored to individual preferences, designed to enhance natural features for a stunning bridal glow on the wedding day.
• Spray Tanning Professional spray tan services using Sienna X products, providing quick-drying, hydrating, natural-looking tan that lasts 5-7 days.
• Holiday Packages Pre-designed spa packages combining multiple treatments such as waxing, tinting, and manicure/pedicure services for comprehensive beauty experiences.
• Permanent Makeup Micro-pigmentation or cosmetic tattooing services including soft powder brows, eyeliner, and lip blush. Provides long-lasting results typically lasting several years with benefits including time-saving, consistency, and waterproof results.
• Dermalogica ProSkin 30 30-minute targeted facial treatment ideal for busy schedules. Includes brief consultation, customized cleanse, exfoliation, mask, and finishing products for specific skin concerns.
• Dermalogica ProSkin 60 60-minute comprehensive facial treatment fully customizable with in-depth analysis, double cleansing, advanced exfoliation, extractions, treatment serums, custom masks, and optional LED light therapy or lymphatic drainage massage.
• Microneedling Collagen induction therapy using ultra-fine needles to create controlled micro-injuries, stimulating natural collagen and elastin production for improved skin texture, reduced scars, and enhanced product absorption.
• Dermalogica Pro Power Peel Professional-grade chemical peel combining lactic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and mandelic acid to target fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and uneven texture. Available in 30-minute and 60-minute sessions.
• Melanopro Peel 2-phase skin care program for reducing hyperpigmentation and skin tone irregularities. Phase 1 is an in-clinic peeling masque (4-7 hours), Phase 2 is 6 weeks of at-home Continuous Resurfacing Cream application with professional monitoring.
• Dermalogica Retail Products Professional skincare products sold for at-home use. Cruelty-free formulas free from artificial fragrances and colors, developed by skin therapists at the International Dermal Institute.
• Gift Vouchers Gift vouchers available for purchase online or in-salon, allowing recipients to experience the salon's full range of beauty treatments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Hair-free results lasting 4-6 weeks for waxing treatments
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• FreshacoreTechnology or IntegrationFresha provides the online booking platform integrated into Simple Beauty's website, enabling customers to book appointments, purchase gift vouchers, and access special offers. Fresha handles scheduling, payments, and customer management for the salon.
• DermalogicacoreOthersDermalogica is the primary skincare brand used at the salon. The team has trained at the International Dermal Institute and uses Dermalogica professional-grade products for all skincare treatments including Pro 30, Pro 60 facials, and Pro Power Peel treatments. The salon also sells Dermalogica products for home care.
• Sienna XminorOthersSienna X provides the spray tanning products and solutions used at the salon. Known for high-quality formulations and natural-looking results with various shade options.
• NailtiquesminorOthersNailtiques nail care products are part of the curated product range chosen to complement salon services.
• OrlyminorOthersOrly nail products are included in the carefully selected product ranges used for manicure and pedicure treatments.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• DestinationSkin: UK clinic group specializing in advanced skincare including microneedling, peels, and facials — closely aligned service portfolio to Simple Beauty's Dermalogica-led advanced skincare menu.
• Pulse Light Clinic: London-based skin clinic offering microneedling, chemical peels, advanced facials, and electrolysis — comparable advanced skincare service mix though serving a different geography at higher price points.
• Sienna X Professional Salons: Spray tan product brand and training provider with a network of professional salons offering Sienna X tanning services; directly overlaps with Simple Beauty's spray tan offering via the same product partner.
• Thérapie Clinic UK: UK-wide aesthetic clinic chain offering microneedling, chemical peels, advanced facials, laser hair removal, and injectables — directly comparable service mix to Simple Beauty's advanced skincare stack but operating at national scale.

Emerging players

• Dermalogica Skin Center / Concept Salon UK: Dermalogica-branded skin center concept offering professional facials, peels, and home-care prescriptions — directly tied to the same premium brand Simple Beauty uses, and represents the format Dermalogica could scale in competition.

Broad incumbents

• Rush Hair & Beauty: National UK hair and beauty salon chain offering a multi-service menu (waxing, nails, brows, skincare); comparable breadth of services to Simple Beauty but operating across many locations with chain-level scale.
• sk:n Clinics: Largest UK skin-clinic chain with broader medical and dermatological offerings; overlaps with Simple Beauty on facials, peels, and advanced skin treatments but operates as a broader healthcare-adjacent incumbent.
• John Lewis & Partners Beauty Services: Department-store beauty services including facials, brow/lash services, and waxing across UK branches; represents the chain-store competing proposition for the same mid-to-premium beauty customer.
• Harvey Nichols Beauty Treatment Rooms: Department-store beauty treatment rooms offering premium facials (often Dermalogica or similar) and beauty services; broadly comparable premium positioning though attached to a luxury retail environment rather than an independent salon.
• Regis UK Salons: Large UK hair and beauty salon chain with broad service offerings including waxing, skincare, and nails — competes for the same discretionary personal-care wallet as Simple Beauty, though at materially larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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