A Margate resident with nearly 20 years experience in the hairdressing industry has opened a new salon on the corner of Northdown Road and Arthur Road in Cliftonville.
Stylist Christopher Mackins is at the helm of Kin Studio, breathing new life into a location that previously housed longstanding barbershop, Razor’s Edge.
Christopher brings a refined approach to grooming, honed through a decade at London’s renowned Huckle the Barber. There, he developed a loyal clientele and a reputation for excellence, consistently earning top-tier customer reviews.
The newly opened Kin Studio reflects his vision of a welcoming, elevated experience in a space has been thoughtfully refurbished—retaining many original features that long-time Cliftonville locals will recognise—while introducing a clean, contemporary aesthetic.
Christopher said: “Finding the right location was crucial. I’ve walked past this shop for years and always hoped it would remain a salon. Preserving its character while modernising the space was a priority. With Kin Studio, I wanted to create an inclusive, high-quality environment where everyone feels welcome.”
Kin Studio offers hair styling services for all, blending traditional techniques a modern approach. Each appointment includes a full consultation and complimentary drinks, with additional grooming touches such as hot towel treatments and facials available.
Clients can also expect a curated soundtrack and friendly, considered service.
The studio joins a wave of independent businesses revitalising Northdown Road, alongside recent openings such as The Last Light, contributing to the growing vibrancy of the area.
For more information and to book an appointment, visit @kins.tudio on Instagram or via the booking link
Looks good but strange that it’s only open 3 days a week plus the prices are a bit too London for where it’s at .
I wish it all the best but time will tell if this is a viable business aimed more at trendy DFL’s
Curated soundtrack… hahahahahahah it’s called background music. All sounds very supa dupa hacknet on sea BUT… I’ts a barbers not a grooming boutique. But I guess it’s better than another money-laundering turkish barbershop.
Cliftonville… Robbed by overpriced DFL business during the day and mugged at night.
It’s becoming a tad annoying to see everyone whack “inclusive” into their branding. How inclusive is a barbershop that’s up a set of stairs?
And £30 for a cut seems a bit cheeky as opposed to “inclusive” when I pay that in London, with my London salary. All these places claiming to be inclusive yet pricing out people who grew up in Thanet will forever annoy me. Just say your geared towards the London clique and be done with it.