Idea to Indulgence: How a Leadgate Beauty Business Went From Strength to Strength

Idea to Indulgence: How a Leadgate Beauty Business Went From Strength to Strength

Walk into Indulgence in Leadgate and it’s like walking into an Aladdin’s cave of beauty therapies.

Opening the shop in 2017 Nicola Myers had the idea of providing a one stop shop for treatments including a safe tanning solution, nail bar, hair extensions, massage and even a sauna.

Hair treatment in progress
Behind every great result is skill, care and attention to detail ✨ From colour and extensions to treatments that transform confidence, Indulgence Beauty & Tanning is all about doing things properly — with time, precision and a smile. Photos and story by Mark Wilkinson – Consett in Focus

Having worked in the Golden Lion Pub, Nicola could see the opportunity for a beauty shop in the developing area of Leadgate, the old coop building ( more recently a tile and bathroom showroom). With a sandwich bar, barbers and general food store as well as a boxing gym above, this area is getting a new lease of life.

Meet the faces behind Indulgence 💛 More than just treatments, this is a space built on experience, personality and genuine care for clients. A calm, welcoming corner of Leadgate where people come to relax, reset and feel good. Independent. Local. Thriving.
Meet the faces behind Indulgence 💛 Photos and story by Mark Wilkinson – Consett in Focus

Surviving the pandemic was difficult and the current increases in tax on small businesses is not making life easy for anyone however the shop has gone from strength to strength and can employ up to 9 people as needed.

It’s the little details that make the biggest difference ✨ From brows to beauty treatments, Indulgence focuses on precision, comfort and results — all in a relaxed, professional setting designed to help you switch off and unwind. Because self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s essential.
It’s the little details that make the biggest difference ✨ From brows to beauty treatments, Indulgence focuses on precision, comfort and results — all in a relaxed, professional setting designed to help you switch off and unwind. Because self-care isn’t a luxury — it’s essential. Photos and story by Mark Wilkinson – Consett in Focus

Nicola’s partner David says she works too hard but for Nicola business is LOOKING GOOD.

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