About
Mission.
To improve our clients' perception of themselves, by helping them to embrace and enhance their natural beauty.
Ethos.
We're honest, approachable, creative, passionate and hard-working.
Location.
We're situated in the beautiful village of Appley Bridge near Wigan. The salon is well-known for its friendly and laid back atmosphere. Our customers see the salon as a home from home.
Our story.
2004
Sahara Sun was conceived by Sharon, when our doors were first opened as a tanning salon. Chloé helped her mum (Sharon) out on weekends.
2005
Sharon expanded and was soon providing a range of beauty treatments and services to a growing, loyal client base.
2008
Chloé headed to university
2009
Kate joined the team
2011
Sharon was diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 45. Chloé graduated from university, but put her career plans on hold to run the salon in Sharon's absence.
2013
After a brave battle, Sharon returned to the salon to allow Chloé to pursue a "career", but Chloé had found her vocation and decided to continue her work in the beauty industry.
2014
Sahara Sun celebrated it's 10th birthday
2016
Chloé took the reigns, Sharon took a back seat, but still enjoys working part-time in the salon.