Let’s be honest—finding a beauty salon that truly gets you is harder than deciding what to eat after church on Sunday. Between sky-high reviews, month-long waitlists, and spots that only do “one thing really well,” getting your glam on in London can feel like a full-time job.
But we’ve done the hard work so you don’t have to. Whether you’re visiting from Lagos, relocating, or you’ve been in the UK long enough to crave a proper pedicure that doesn’t disappoint, these top beauty spots/salons in London are tried, tested, and worth every swipe of your debit card.
For Makeup That Moves With You: Facebar, East London
Fast fix or full glam? Facebar is your go-to. These artists know how to beat a face without turning you into a completely different person. Weddings, fashion week glam, or just a treat-yourself moment—Facebar makes makeup feel like an extension of you. Plus, they offer tutorials so you can learn their magic (or at least try to).
For Luxe Nails & More: Townhouse, Various Locations
With several locations (and more on the way), Townhouse is basically the VIP lounge of nail salons. Their Petit Townhouse Mayfair spot inside House of Elemis gives you access to manis, massages, and resurfacing facials all in one place. It’s giving convenience and cuticle care.
For Full-Body Reboot: Aire Ancient Baths, London
Feeling overwhelmed? Aire Baths will reset your soul. We’re talking ice plunges, thermal baths, candlelit massages—basically, spa therapy that feels borderline spiritual. A dream date idea too (you’re welcome). Also available in Spain, the US, and Copenhagen if you’re doing soft life across continents.
For Salon Aesthetic Goals: Crab Salad, Highbury & Peckham
Whether you like your hair sleek or bold, Crab Salad delivers—with a heavy dose of design flair. The Highbury location is dipped in mint green; the Peckham one goes full-on pink. Add expert colourists and stylists who know their craft, and you’ve got the “new year, new me” upgrade you’ve been putting off.
For Brow Realness (And More): Bam Brows, East London
Yes, brows are their thing, but Bam Brows does the most in the best way. Between brow lifts, piercing pop-ups with Aurum LDN, and collabs with skincare and nail artists, this East London space is lowkey the beauty community hub.
For Medical-Grade Glow: Therapie Clinic, Multiple Locations
If you’re serious about skincare, Therapie is the real deal. With over 15 London locations, they specialise in laser hair removal, cosmetic injections, body sculpting and facials. Their HydraFacials and Skin Theory peels? Very much booked and busy—for a reason.
For Hair + Homeware + Wine (Yes, Really): Buller and Rice, East London
Looking for a salon that also sells cool home goods and offers snacks? Enter Buller and Rice. With locations in Walthamstow, Stoke Newington and Wanstead, this eco-friendly salon does cuts, colour, and conscious shopping—plus wine. Big win.
For Lashes That Speak Before You Do: Polly Lashes, Shoreditch
Polly Lashes is quietly doing the most with lashes and brows. From natural hybrid sets to full glam Russian volume, plus lamination services that actually last, this East London gem is all about the details. Bonus: they’re super helpful with aftercare tips so your flutter lasts longer than your last situationship.
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