Alice K Beauty expands treatments & wellbeing focus marking one year at stunning new Ballymena salon

Frank & Georgina Warwick (Dougies Goodies) presents a celebration cake to Alice & Steven (Alice K. Beauty)

There was cause for celebration in Ballymena this week as Alice K Beauty marked the first anniversary of its move to a stunning new salon on Church Street.

The milestone comes just a year after Alice and her experienced team of therapists relocated from their long-standing premises on Broughshane Street, where they had served the local community for 26 years.

The move marked a new era for the business, with the rebrand to Alice K Beauty reflecting a fresh chapter of growth and innovation.

The new salon at 4–6 Church Street has already made a big impression. With its muted tones, pastel shades and carefully designed interiors, the space was created to offer clients an immediate sense of calm and relaxation as soon as they step through the doors.

Alice Kennedy of Alice K. Beauty

Alice explained that the move had opened up new opportunities for both the business and its clients:

“It really has been such a busy and fantastic year. All our lovely valued clients have moved with us and we’ve had many more new clients joining us on this exciting new chapter.

“We just wanted to make the ladies of Ballymena feel that extra bit special when coming in for their treatments and also offer a number of well-being classes and our new space helps us do that.

“We really have so many lovely clients of all ages and it’s so refreshing to see them enjoying our new Happy Place. Everyone coming through the doors just love the new space and the relaxing environment we offer.”

Expanding services and wellbeing focus

The larger salon has allowed Alice K Beauty to expand beyond traditional treatments. Today, the business offers bespoke advanced skincare and facials tailored to individual needs, alongside a wide range of new classes and events.

These include:

• Skincare masterclasses for clients eager to understand how best to care for their skin at home.

• Make-up tutorials offering practical techniques for all ages.

• Relaxation evenings designed to encourage self-care and wellbeing.

• Pilates sessions that complement the salon’s holistic approach to health and beauty.

This diversification has been particularly popular with clients, who have welcomed the mix of beauty and wellbeing opportunities under one roof.

New brand, same client-first approach

Pull up a chair and prepare to be pampered…

With the rebrand from Alice’s Beauty Clinic to Alice K Beauty, Alice introduced a new company motto: “Beauty begins the moment YOU decide to be yourself.”

This philosophy, she says, reflects the salon’s focus on encouraging clients to feel confident and comfortable in their own skin, no matter their age. The emphasis is not just on external beauty, but on overall wellbeing, with the salon’s atmosphere designed to be a “happy place” for all who visit.

A week of celebrations

To mark the first birthday at its new home, Alice K Beauty is holding a week of celebrations with competitions and prize giveaways. Clients and followers are encouraged to keep an eye on the salon’s social media channels for opportunities to win a range of exciting treats.

Good times should be celebrated…

Alice said the celebrations are also about thanking those who have supported the business through its transition:

“Our clients have always been at the heart of everything we do, and we want them to feel part of this special milestone. This first year has been incredible, and it’s only possible because of the loyalty and encouragement of our community.”

Looking ahead

As Alice K Beauty enters its second year on Church Street, Alice says the focus remains on growing the business while staying true to the values that have earned the salon its loyal following over almost three decades.

A welcoming smile always promised…

She added:

“If you haven’t yet experienced our new and relaxing atmosphere at 4-6 Church Street, and the many bespoke treatments we have to offer, get booked in.”

From advanced skincare to Pilates, and from relaxation evenings to one-to-one tutorials, Alice K Beauty continues to evolve — but always with clients at the heart of its success.

Happy birthday from all at Love Ballymena.