Jo Hansford

Jo Hansford MBE is one of the world's most respected hair colour experts and the founder of London's award-winning Jo Hansford salon in Mayfair. With over 30 years of experience, Jo has built an international reputation for creating beautiful, natural-looking hair colour that enhances every client’s individual style. She is renowned for her bespoke approach, combining exceptional technical expertise with a passion for healthy, timeless hair.

Awarded an MBE for services to the hairdressing industry and honoured with a Royal Warrant for her services to HM Queen Camilla, Jo has become a trusted name among celebrities, royalty and clients from around the world. Her philosophy has always been simple: deliver beautiful, wearable colour with uncompromising attention to detail and outstanding client care.

At the Jo Hansford salon in Mayfair, every colourist and stylist is personally selected for their expertise and trained to uphold Jo's renowned standards. Whether you're looking for flawless blonde highlights, seamless balayage, expert grey coverage, colour correction or precision cutting and styling, you'll receive a personalised consultation and a tailored service designed around your hair goals.

Today, Jo continues to inspire the next generation of colourists while ensuring every client experiences the expertise, luxury and warm welcome that have made Jo Hansford one of London's leading destinations for hair colour and styling. If you're searching for an expert hair colourist in London or a luxury hair salon in Mayfair, discover why Jo Hansford remains the trusted choice for beautiful, healthy hair.

The colour team

From natural, lived-in colour and seamless blondes to bold transformations and glossy brunettes, our colour team at Jo Hansford creates bespoke colour tailored to every client.

With a focus on personalised consultations, attention to detail, and beautifully wearable results, our specialists combine creativity with expert knowledge to ensure every colour feels modern, effortless, and completely individual. Using industry-leading techniques and a thoughtful approach, our team is dedicated to helping clients leave the salon feeling confident, refreshed, and looking their absolute best.

Client Testimonials

★★★★★

Sophie was warm, friendly, competent and I was thrilled with the job she did on my hair.

Penelope
★★★★★

Thank you so so much Mia thrilled with my highlights and dear Ansha a great cut thank you both so much

Torie
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I came in following a disaster at another salon. I felt miserable and could not believe much could be done to rescue it. When Gemma took the towel off, I could hardly believe what she had managed. Sophie blow dried it and I left with my confidence restored. Thank you !

Susan
★★★★★

Amazing colour, perfect placement of my foils by Victoria and a great cut and finish with Tess, afterwards to complete my look.

Nigel
★★★★★

Thank you again Steve, Vlad and Alicia for lovely hair and nails

Virginia
★★★★★

Taylor has revolutionised my hair colour to suit my complexion and cover my greys! She’s amazing 🤩

Claire

The Styling Team

From polished everyday styling and fresh new cuts to glamorous hair-up styling and signature blow-dries, our stylists at Jo Hansford specialise in creating hair that feels both effortless and luxurious.

Combining expert technique with a personal touch, the team is dedicated to delivering looks that are modern, flattering, and easy to maintain.

Hair Extensions Specialists


Working with leading suppliers London Hair Lab and Tom Gold, Jo Hansford delivers personalised extension services that blend technical expertise with premium quality hair. Our specialists create beautifully natural results tailored to each client, enhancing length and volume while maintaining softness, movement, and hair integrity.

Beauty

From advanced skincare and Sofwave treatments to calming massages and luxury manicures, our beauty team at Jo Hansford offers treatments designed to make clients look and feel their best.

With a focus on personalised care, attention to detail, and a relaxing experience, our experienced therapists create the perfect balance of results, wellbeing, and indulgence in a welcoming salon environment.