Learn more about the team at RAW Hair Salons Dartford
Kim – Salon Owner
I’m Kim and I have the awesome job of being the salon owner. I opened Raw in 2009 and couldn’t be prouder of where is it today and what it stands for. I’m very much behind the chair and am still bursting with passion for the industry 24 years later.
I LOVE colour and how it can transform the simplest hairstyles. I have a passion for Precision cuts and am always hungry to learn and grow….
My proudest moments have been finalising for @hairdressersjournal BHBA’s, @creativeheadmag Most Wanted, @salon_business awards and regionals @lorealpro colour trophy awards for the past 12 years.
Fun Fact
I was born to deaf parents so fluent in British sign language.
Lily – Creative Director
I’m Lily, I started at Raw in 2009 as an apprentice, working my way up as a Senior Stylist and Salon Manager.
I specialise in colour and have completed Kevin Murphy’s colour specialist programme. I love the incredible transformations colouring hair can create and the boost it gives my clients.
I also train our Future Professionals. I love being part of their journey in their hairdressing career and seeing them grow into amazing stylists.
Jess – Creative Director
Hi, I’m Jess and I started working at Raw in 2013 as an apprentice and worked my wat up to a creative director.
I specialise in Balayage, free-hand colour and creative colour which is my passion! I’m pretty good at a creative haircuts too. I’ve competed in L’Oreal Colour Star twice and got through to the semi final both times.
Fun Fact: I like to torture myself and do Hyrox events for fun
Louise – Style Director
Hi I’m Louise, After being in the hairdressing industry since 2000, I still love what I do and am always up for a challenge. I’ve been with Raw since it opened in 2009 and feel very much part of a family with the team and my clients.
My speciality service is perming and yes it’s still around! I love to put a modern twist on an old classic.
In my spare time I love to cook and spend time with my family.
Emily – Creative Director
I’m Emily, I’ve been in the hair industry since 2010, and have been with Raw since 2015 . I trained within a large well known national franchise but wanted a more personal bespoke salon to continue my career.
I’m behind the chair full time where you’ll find me packing in the foils as foiling techniques are my specialist service. I just love the precision and symmetry.
Fun fact
I’m a Leo and am fascinated by the star signs and astrology.
Kate – Director
I’m Kate, I’ve been a hairstylist for 19years and joined Raw when it first opened in 2009.
I have a teaching qualification which allows me help the future professionals obtain there NVQ qualification within the salon.
Being a stylist that’s been in the business as long as I have, I am very much a perm specialist and love to create beautiful curls and volume complimented by fashion led colour.
My family and I own horses so in our spare time you can find us at the stables or out riding.
I really enjoy creating soft, subtle balayages, bouncy blowdries and I’ve had the privilege of doing so many hair-ups for proms and brides.
Vicky – Style Director
I’m Vicki, I began my hairdressing career with Toni&Guy where I qualified in 2001/02, I then joined Raw in 2013 and haven’t looked back.
I love being part of a hairdressing family and have made some great friends.
I love cutting all kinds of styles and am a hair up/occasion hair specialist. I’ve lost count of how many brides I’ve had the privilege of doing hair for on their special day.
I work hard so I can enjoy holidays with my family and friends. I love fashion and have an unhealthy shoe obsession 🙂
Nicola – Advanced Designer
Hi, I’m Nicola.
I’ve been hairdressing since 2009, qualified & worked at a salon in central London before I stumbled across Raw & I have never been happier!
My “thing” is cutting – all lengths, shapes & sizes but I am absolutely LOVING extensions right now & my colour skills & knowledge is expanding by the day!
If you’re an animal person please come & sit in my chair so we can talk all things hair, dogs & the possibilities are endless!
Hello, I’m Lauren. I became a part of the Raw Family in August 2024 after completing three years of training at college, followed by advanced training with Raw. Currently, I am honing my skills every day, focusing on technical cuts and colours while steadily building a clientele.
Ellie G – Advanced Talent
Hi I’m Ellie.
My Fun Fact :- I’m a Leo and the trait is true – I’m kind, generous, loyal & protective
Ellie T – New Talent
Hi! I’m Ellie T (yes there’s two of us!) I’m the newest graduate here at Raw. I’ve worked here since 2023, starting off my hairdressing career as a Junior Assistant. I worked through my apprenticeship and have now started up on the shop floor in time for Xmas 2025. I enjoy creating different colour looks for clients as well as trying out new styling techniques. My main aim is to build my own clientelle picking up expereince on the way.
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