The Salon

Looking for a hair salon that's out of this world? Look no further than RCNQ!  Our salon in Manchester's Northern Quarter is the perfect place to come and let your hair down (literally) while we work our magic on your locks. Our team of stylists are experts in all hair types and we embrace diversity and inclusion like it's going out of style (which it never will!). Plus, we're not just a salon, we're a party! You'll have so much fun getting pampered, you'll forget you're even getting a haircut. So, if you want to be part of the in-crowd, come join the fun at RCNQ, Manchester's leading hair salon. Your hair (and your social life) will thank you!

Our salon is more than just a place to get your hair done, it's a playground for your senses. Our decor is inspired by the colorful worlds of Anime and Kpop, so you can expect to be transported to a whole new dimension while you're here. Our rainbow mirrors will have you seeing yourself in a whole new light, and our fluffy clouds will make you feel like you're floating on air. And if you're worried about feeling like you're in a salon, don't be! Our playful space will have you forgetting all about your troubles and tapping into your inner child. Come join us at RCNQ and experience the rainbow-colored magic for yourself!

And let's not forget our nostalgic playlists! From 90s boy bands to early 2000s hip hop, we've got all the classics covered. Did we mention that we're queer-owned? That's right, we're proud members of the LGBTQ+ community and we're here to make sure that everyone feels like they can express themselves however they want. So come on in and let us take care of you - we can't wait to see what fabulous look we can create together!

At RCNQ, we don't discriminate against hair types or textures. Whether you have curly hair, straight hair, or hair that's somewhere in between, we've got you covered. And we don't just stop there! We're constantly expanding our knowledge to ensure that we're able to cater to everyone's specific needs. If you have any requests or requirements, just get in touch and we'll do our best to accommodate. We're proud to offer non-gender specific hairstyles, protective afro styles like braiding and twists, and gender-affirming hairstyles. We believe that all are welcome at RCNQ and that our salon is a community where you can feel comfortable being yourself. 

AFRO STYLING

Below are some visual references of the various coily styles we offer.

HAIR BRAIDS MANCHESTER

Braids

Braiding is a protective style that comes in many forms. You can add different colours to your hair, extend the length or experiment with styles. From box braids and goddess braids to triangle braids and knotless, you’re in safe hands with our experienced stylists. Braids are great for all curl patterns and will last up to 8 weeks with the correct regular maintenance.

CORNROWS MANCHESTER

Cornrows

Cornrows are a great way to protect the hair. These will last up to 6 weeks depending on the type of cornrows requested (Stitched or extended) and with the correct regular maintenance. These are great for all curl patterns

LOCS AND FAUX LOCS

locs

Locs and Faux Locs are a great protective style. Whether you’re looking for goddess, interlocking, butterfly, distressed or more, we’ve got you covered. These will last up to 8 weeks with the correct regular maintenance. These work best on curl patterns 3C, 4A, 4B and 4C

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Maintenance

Do you want your new hair to last up to 8 weeks? Of course you do. We are here to share all the tips and tricks you need to make this possible.

First and foremost you will need to get yourself a bonnet, durag or hair net. Don’t panic if you’re unable to get one, you can protect your hair the old school way - using a pair of tights. You might feel ridiculous going to bed with a pair of tights on your head, but when you wake up in the morning and your hair still looks as good as new, it will all be worth it.

The whole purpose of protective hairstyles is to protect your hair and let it grow, so for that reason make sure to keep your hair moisturised. This can be done by using leave-in conditioners, hair creams and oils on your scalp in that order.

When you get your new hair the first thing you want to do is try all sorts of styles and take as many selfies as you can. But if the style is too tight and its pulling on your delicate baby hairs, this is not protective - it’s the opposite. Try a different style with a little less tension.

Transgender Friendly Salon

Trans Friendly Hairdressers Manchester
RCNQ is Manchester’s best salon for gender affirming haircuts. RCNQ was built on celebrating individuality. We’re always here for our transgender and non-binary customers, regardless of where you are in your transition. Our gender neutral pricing structure and use of pronouns in our booking system, creates a space that is trans and non binary friendly. Transgender and non-binary people are always welcome at RCNQ, and our team have been trained to respect your pronouns and identity, regardless of where you’re at in your transition.

Gender Neutral Salon Manchester
When polled 200 people who identified as transgender or non-binary about their experiences at hair salons. The majority (93%) said they felt anxious about visiting one and were unable to achieve their "dream hair" because they had been misgendered - meaning they had been referred to as belonging to a gender with which they do not identify. 
We will work with you to educate you fully on how to style and look after your hair while transitioning. What products work best for you and how to apply these to get the desired results. Consultations with our stylists to guide you through what styles work best for you. Hair texture, face shape and lifestyle will all be taken into consideration while your hair plan is created. Haircuts are traditionally divided by gender: Women go to salons. Men to barbershops. Gender affirming haircuts are a large part of transitioning, and with salons and barbers traditionally being specific to gender, it can be a daunting experience when booking your first appointment. 

From wigs to braids, we can also offer a range of hair extension services which can help the transition period, and give you all the tools you need to find your ideal look.

Our stylists are also skilled in afro hair styles, and our part within the Black LGBTQIA+ community means that we can provide transitional hair styles for all hair textures. We understand how having long hair doesn't make you more of one gender — having hair period doesn't make you more of any gender! We strive to create accessible hair that gives you the confidence as your best self to go out into the world.

Points Win Prizes!

RCNQ’s Reward Scheme is our way of showing appreciation for you beautiful humans. Earn money to spend in the salon through salon visits and online support.

Do you know how awesome you are? We think you’re awesome. As a way of saying thank you for your awesomeness, we have created an awesome Reward scheme for our loyal client base which gives you the ability to accumulate money off your visits.

From now on, when you visit RCNQ you will build your reward balance based on your spending within the salon. For every £250 spend you’ll receive a £10 reward which can be redeemed for services and products. If that wasn’t enough, there’s also the opportunity to gain BONUS points from supporting the salon via social media posts, reviews, and more! (more info on this below)

As a client of RCNQ, You’re automatically enrolled into this scheme, How easy was that!?. All that's left to do is book an appointment to pop in and start building those points.

RCNQ REWARDS

HOW REWARDS WORK

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Your rewards balance will be shown on all emails and receipts

You don’t need to do anything, you’re already building your reward balance as you visit us

TERM AND CONDITIONS APPLY

HOW TO EARN BONUS POINTS

Whenever you’re supporting RCNQ, we want to reward you! That’s why each of the below actions will earn you A BONUS £10 worth of points to spend on your hair. Recommend a Friend (£10 each)

Google Review

Give us feedback on the appointment (via QR code)

To redeem, show us your proof/review and we will add the points to your account. These points can be redeemed instantly

HOW DO I FIND OUT MY POINTS BALANCE?

All emails, receipts and invoices will showcase your points balance. If you want to use this balance against your next appointment, just let us know at the checkout and we’ll remove any discounts you’ve earned