A Saltcoats hair and beauty salon is celebrating another major achievement after bringing home a national Gold award at Scotland’s Business Awards, marking another proud moment in its 14-year history.
Abundance Hair & Beauty was among businesses from across Scotland recognised at the awards Grand Final, held at the Hilton Glasgow on Sunday, 1 November 2026.
The latest success follows the salon being crowned Best Hair & Beauty Salon in Ayrshire at the regional awards, held at The Park Hotel in Kilmarnock in August.
Established in 2012 by owner Vicky Bryce, Abundance Hair & Beauty has become a familiar name in Saltcoats, building a loyal customer base while continuing to achieve recognition at both regional and national level.
The salon's award-winning journey began in 2017, with numerous successes at Scotland’s Business Awards over the past nine years, including several Ayrshire regional victories and a previous national Grand Final win in 2022.
Its achievements have also received recognition in both the Scottish and UK Parliaments.
Alongside its awards success, Abundance holds a prestigious five-star rating from the Good Salon Guide and says it is currently the only salon in North Ayrshire to hold this recognition.
Reflecting on the latest achievement, Vicky paid tribute to the people who have helped make the salon's continued success possible.
She said: “I’m incredibly proud of our current Abundance team - Tracie, Tiana, Libby, Martha and Brogan -who each contribute to making the salon what it is today. I’d also like to recognise everyone who has been part of Abundance throughout the years and helped shape our journey.”
Alongside running the successful business, Vicky also works as a lecturer at Ayrshire College, helping to train and support the next generation of hairdressers and barbers.
She added: “Alongside running the salon, I’ve also taken my passion for the industry into education, working as a lecturer at Ayrshire College, teaching and supporting the next generation of hairdressers and barbers. Being able to pass on the knowledge, skills and experience I’ve gained throughout my career is something I’m incredibly passionate about.”
Vicky also acknowledged the important role her family has played throughout the salon's 14-year journey, particularly her husband Greig and their daughter Ruby.
She said: “And of course, a very special thank-you must go to my husband Greig and our daughter Ruby. Running a business for 14 years takes dedication, determination and plenty of sacrifices, and having their love, patience and encouragement behind me has meant the world. They have been such an important part of this journey, and I’m incredibly grateful for their continued support.”
Above all, Vicky credited the salon's loyal customers and the wider Saltcoats community for helping the business reach another national milestone.
She said: “Most importantly, none of these achievements would have been possible without our wonderful loyal clients and the amazing support of our local community. Many have been with us since the very beginning, and being able to share these celebrations with them makes every award even more special.”
With its first award dating back to 2017 and national victories in both 2022 and 2026, Abundance Hair & Beauty continues to bring national recognition home to Saltcoats, celebrating what can be achieved by an independent local business with the support of its community.