Hairdressers and barbers have been closed since the beginning of lockdown in March and are reopening for the first time today. However, new social distancing measures have had to be implemented to stop the spread of the virus.
Inside salons, perspex screens, floor markings, face coverings and guidelines are in place to ensure they are as safe as possible for reopening. Take a look inside some salons across the Capital as they reopen.
1. Cheynes salons
Cheynes hairdressing salons are one of many to reopen today and have implemented perspex screens at their reception desk Photo: Cheynes
2. Distanced chairs
Hairdressing chairs are separated by at least two metres for social distancing Photo: Cheynes
3. Backwash area
The backwash area chairs are separated by screens so those who may be sat next to each other are separated Photo: Cheynes
4. More perspex screens
At Neil McLean's Hair Studio backwashes are also separated by perspex screens Photo: Neil McLean Salon