IT’S time to reveal the shortlist in our search for Best for Hair.

Which of these salons and stylists is a cut above the rest?

After launching our Best of 2023 competition in the Northwich and Winsford Guardian and Knutsford Guardian last week, we wanted to find the area’s best hairdresser, barber or independent stylist.

We asked you, our readers, to tell us who you would recommend and we’ve put together a top ten.

Now we need your help to choose an overall Best for Hair winner from our shortlist.

There are three ways to vote:

1. Search for the Best for Hair shortlists post on our Northwich, Winsford and Middlewich, and Knutsford Facebook and Twitter pages and comment under the post with the name of your winner = 1 vote

2. Name your favourite in the comments section on this article via our website = 2 votes

3. Purchase a copy of this week’s Northwich and Winsford Guardian or Knutsford Guardian (April 20 edition) and fill in the entry form = 5 votes

(*NB For newspaper entries, email a screenshot of the completed entry form to heidi.summerfield@newsquest.co.uk – please note that only original copies will be accepted. More than one entry can be submitted per person but you will be asked to provide your own unique reference code for each entry to avoid duplication eg if your name is Smith you may wish to write Smith123 or HS21! as your code. You will need to provide a different code for each entry submitted. For full terms and conditions go to Newsquest.co.uk/terms)

Voting officially opens today, Thursday, and closes at midnight on Monday, April 24 and we will be announcing the winner next week.

Keep an eye out for our next Best Of appeal on our social media pages on Friday.

OUR TEN BEST FOR HAIR 2023 FINALISTS:

Oliver Gibney Hairdressing, Runcorn Road, Barnton

A satisfied client said: "Ollie goes above and beyond anyone else I know, and always treats you so well every visit.

"His salon is a community in its own right."

For more details go to facebook.com/Olivergibneyhairdressing

Oliver Gibney Hairdressing

Oliver Gibney Hairdressing

House of Quirk, High Street, Northwich

One nomination said that House of Quirk is “without doubt the best salon in Mid Cheshire.

“Nothing is ever too much trouble and you always leave looking fabulous!”

For more details go to facebook.com/houseofquirksalons

House of Quirk

House of Quirk

Clare Jones Hair, Studio Hair and Beauty, Northwich

Clare always goes “above and beyond and puts her client’s needs first”.

The happy customer added: “Clare is a fabulous hairdresser.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063539114958

Clare Jones Hairdressing

Clare Jones Hairdressing

Richard Harrison Hair, Knutsford

Clients give Richard full marks for his outstanding service and well-priced hair treatments.

He comes “highly recommended” and was a must for our top ten.

For more details go to facebook.com/richardharrisonhair

Richard Harrison Hair

Richard Harrison Hair

Valentine’s Hair and Beauty, Middlewich Road, Northwich

This new salon is a popular choice with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and a professional approach.

For more details go to facebook.com/Valentinessalon

Valentines Hair and Beauty

Valentine's Hair and Beauty

Guyz and Dollz, Rilshaw Lane, Winsford

One nomination said: “This is like a home from home and you always come out with amazing hair.”

For more details go to facebook.com/GuyzNDollzWinsford

Guyz and Dollz

Guyz and Dollz

That Hair Though by Sophie Walker, The Studio Hair and Beauty, Denton Road, Northwich

One nomination for Sophie said: “She’s always very patient and does exactly what you want.

“She makes sure my hair is in great condition and so friendly and approachable.”

For more details go to facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063569264385

That Hair Though

That Hair Though

Aspect Hair Salon, Middlewich

When customers say “there are none better than Aspect Hair Salon”, it was a must for our shortlist.

For more details go to facebook.com/aspect1chrish

Aspect One Hair Design

Aspect One Hair Design

Urban Sanctuary, King Street, Knutsford

Jack William Holland at Urban Sanctuary is a hit with clients, working hard and consistently doing an amazing job.

Nominations said “he is simply the best stylist in Knutsford” and “extremely talented”.

For more details go to facebook.com/JWHhair

Urban Sanctuary

Urban Sanctuary

CRATE Cheshire, Barons Quay, Northwich

One happy customer said they’ve “never had a bad haircut” and the team “get it right every time”.

For more details go to facebook.com/cratecheshire

CRATE Cheshire

CRATE Cheshire