About Black Label Beauty
Some call me Laura. One little man calls me mam.
I'm the one who gets the knots out and sends you home feeling like yourself again. I'm a Level 3 beauty therapist, a first-place massage competitor and the only pair of hands at Black Label Beauty — so every appointment is with me.
Outside the studio, I'm mam to my little man. So I know exactly how precious an hour to yourself is — and I make sure every minute of yours counts.
I fell into it. Then I fell for it.
People ask what got me into massage and beauty. Honestly? I fell into it.
- The first act
Drama school dreams
Acting student, all in on musical theatre. Life had other plans — and the stage was set aside for a different path.
- The in-between
Every job going
Energy consultant, sales, security, pub work… jobs she didn’t love, until she decided to start again and build an actual career.
- Age 23
Back to college
A full-time beauty course with a one-year-old at home — plus a £650 lash course on the side to bring in extra money. That’s where it all started.
- Level 2 & 3
First place, more than once
Completed Level 3 Beauty, fell completely in love with massage, and won first place in competitions at Level 2 and Level 3.
- Slaley Hall Spa
The spa years
A few years at Slaley Hall Spa — and an Award in Education and Training along the way, with an eye on teaching.
- Summer 2026
Black Label Beauty
She quit her job, backed herself and opened her own studio in Burnopfield — built around the life she wants for her and her little boy.
“What if I fall?” “Oh, but my darling — what if you fly?”
Opening Black Label Beauty and quitting my job to put everything into it was the biggest leap of faith I've ever taken. Of course I've had the thoughts — what if nobody books? But I'd rather take the chance and find out what I'm capable of than spend years wondering.
That quote hangs on the studio wall. It's there for my clients too.
The Black Label standard
Tailored, every time
No scripted routines. Pressure, lash maps and brow shapes are built around you, on the day.
Knowledge you can feel
Years in the massage industry, a spa background and a real understanding of how the body works.
Aftercare that continues
The service doesn't stop when you pay. Laura checks you're OK the day after.
Nothing's embarrassing
Body hair, tight hamstrings, a block-brow past — Laura's seen it, done it and will make you laugh about it.
Quiet, calm, yours for the hour
Sage walls, two soft black velvet beds and warm oak underfoot — a calm, private studio on Hobson Industrial Estate, by Bodyblitz Gym, with free parking right outside.
“Behind all of the funny videos is a girl who works twelve-hour shifts to make sure her clients can get an appointment when they want one.”
Don't take my word for it
“Reviews speak louder than I do.” — what clients have said after their first visit.
My massage today was unbelievable — my back feels unreal. Highly recommended.
Today was amazing. Would definitely recommend you to anyone around the area looking for a knowledgeable massage therapist.
What a pleasure to meet you! Will deffo be returning.
Come and say hello
Pick a treatment and a time that suits you on Booksy — a small deposit secures your slot. New to Black Label? Laura will do a quick consultation first.
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