Choose from 19 venues offering ladies' half head highlights near Essex Road, London

Time for a total style reinvention? Book your spot at Angel's Makeup & Hair by Julia.

Working from within the neighbourhood's popular House of Hair, Stylist Yulia creates a selection of colour classics finished with your choice of cut, blow out or complimentary blast dry.

Yulia began her creative journey over two decades ago, starting in her native Russia before moving to London to perfect an impressive portfolio of international styles. She also works with brand favourites like Wella and Redken, achieving long-lasting hues in the exact shade for your skin tone and individual style.

Makeup & Hair by Julia offers both super early morning and late evening appointments, flexible enough to get in around any city schedule.

Located just minutes away from Drayton Park station in Highbury, Barnaby's Hairdressing is a bright modern salon with over 20 years of experience in the hairstyling industry. Touches of elegance such as elaborate lighting and artistic floral walls give this salon a sense of creativity that perfectly reflects their approach to hairdressing.

Sit back with a cup of tea while Barnaby's Hairdressing revolutionises your look. With their skill for creating classic looks and on-trend styles, they’ve has accumulated a loyal client base and a reputation for excellence. No detail is forgotten by their friendly team of talented hairstylists and colour technicians. Using brands such as Wella and Paul Mitchell, they deliver high-quality, long-lasting results at a price everyone can afford.

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Brush it off with DreamyHair by Daniele, London. With a healthy dose of all the major colour trends, you'll find this house of hues has an extensive menu of colour services, with options in glossy tints, sunkissed and autumnal highlights and the intricate hand-painted balayage technique - this is creative colouring done right. So, sit back, relax and the resident scissor scholar will soon have you swooning over your luscious locks. Remember, brand-new hair is the ultimate power statement (plus looking good never goes out of style).

Nearest public transport:

An 8-minute walk from Angel station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at DreamyHair by Daniele.

The team:

This one-to-one service aims to leave you feeling so relaxed and comfortable that you can't wait for your next visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• Brands and products used: Olaplex, Wella and L'Oréal.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible and as you settle in for your treatment you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.

Doug Gallert is a Hairstylist and Colourist based in Newington Green offering Haircut, Blow Dry and Styling; Permanent, Demi-Permanent and Vibrant Colours; all sort of blondings as Highlights, Balayage or Platinum; also Nanokeratin, Olaplex and K18 treatments.

All genders welcome and vegan options available.

Check my work on Instagram @douggallerthair

Nearest public transport:

5 min from Canonbury Station on the Overground.

The team:

Doug have more than 20 years of experience and a mission:

To create magical hair experiences that blend artistry, innovation, healing and well-being, fostering strong client relationships and giving back to our community.

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What we like about the venue:

• Friendly, anti-meangirl and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
• Specialises in fidelizing clients through the best service they will ever have.
• Brands and products used: L'Oreal Professional colours, Inoa, Nanokeratin, K18, Olaplex, Insight.

Established in 1992, Angel's Hairbase is an independent, diverse unisex salon. They specialise in cutting, colouring, styling and extensions.

Attracting a very loyal following throughout the year, their team of talented hair stylists and professional beauty therapists will provide you with a highly professional hair care and beauty in a high standard and friendly environment. The salon is known throughout Islington for being upbeat and friendly with each client leaving not only with great hair but also in great spirits, also offering customers 10% off any Kerastase products brought in store.

Along Angel’s Chapel Market you can visit Prestige Hair, Beauty and Tanning Salon for your next haircut, wax or facial.

Their hair menu is packed with goodies including haircuts, blow dries, Olaplex, highlights and balayages to help you update your current look or go for a daring new style.

Get your feet sandal-ready with a luxury pedicure or bring your nails to life with a glamourous Shellac manicure. Let your lashes flutter with a full set of Russian volume and pair it with an eyebrow tint to help you stand out from the crowd.

Polite, thorough and efficient staff provide great value treatments to help you feel happier and healthier in a modern, clean space, 5 minutes walk from Angel station. Book in at Prestige Hair, Beauty and Tanning Salon today.

Boost your mood with a treatment at Hair Spring Studio in Angel, Chapel Market London. Whether you are looking for a new hairstyle or a nail treatment, get ready to sit back and get truly pampered in the hands of the expert staff at this venue.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is located just 4 minutes away from Angel Station and 15 min away from King’s Cross Station,

The team:

The talented team has over 10 years of experience in the beauty industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, cosy environment, modern style with pink and floral accents.
• Specialises in: Hair and nails.
• Brands and products used: Davines, Olaplex, OPI, The Gel Bottle.

Welcome to Charlottes Head Space, this hair salon is located in Islington, London, within Hairbase. Offering everything for your hair, from cuts to colours and hair treatments, they'll help you feel as confident as you deserve.

Nearest public transport: Located on Chapel Market Road, the venue is a few minutes from Angel & King's Cross St. Pancras tube stations, as well as being close to many bus stops.

The Team: More than 18 years of experience in the industry, trained by Joshua Galvin.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Chill, relaxing, positive. Specialises in: Hair. Brands and products used: Wella. The extra: Refreshments like tea, coffee, and soft drinks are available at the venue.

Buzz Hair Therapy is a stylish hair salon located in the heart of London. This venue offers a wide range of hair services to cater to the diverse needs of its clients. With a prime location and a dedicated team, it has quickly become a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike.

Nearest public transport

Canonbury station is a mere 7 minutes walk from the salon, making it conveniently accessible to those using public transportation.

The team

Elisa, the owner of the salon, prides herself on taking care of her clients. Her dedication to customer service is reflected in the high-quality services provided at Buzz Hair Therapy. The salon's team of skilled stylists shares this commitment, ensuring each client leaves feeling pampered and beautiful.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Professional, stylish and inviting.
• Specialises in: Hair colouring, ladies' full head colouring and ladies' highlights
• Brands and products used: L'Oréal and L'Oréal Professionnel.
• The extra: The venue has wheelchair access.

Situated at the heart of Islington, just a minute walk from Angel Station, Awa at House of Coco is a contemporary salon and your go-to for all things hair.

Nearest public transport:

At walking distance from Angel Tube Station and several bus stops on Islington High Street.

The team:

Awa is an experienced, friendly professional who is known for her magic touch with hair.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern and relaxing.
• Specialises in: Haircuts, Balayage, Highlights and a variety of hair treatments and colour techniques.
• Brands and products used: L'Oréal, Wella, Keratin Revolution, Ecoz.

Refresh your hair with a cut, colour, or treatment at Hair by Clint in Angel Islington.

Based within Hairbase, Clint has a decade of experience and uses products from brands like Matrix and Olaplex to give you a truly professional experience, whether you're after a full head of highlights or a Keratin treatment.

The salon is just 4 minutes from Angel station and has plenty of bus stops nearby.

Welcome to Sarah Hepburn, the hair salon located in Islington, London. Sara is a Spanish hairdresser fascinated with all things hair-related, as well as making her client feel fantastic; if you love highlights or balayage, Sara's your girl!

Nearest public transport: Located on Essex Road, the venue is close to many bus stops and on the other side of the road from the Essex Road tube station.

The Team: Sara is an expert hairdresser who will go the extra mile to give you the look you want.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, inviting.
• Specialises in: Hair colour and styling.
• Brands and products used: Olaplex, Wella, L'Oréal.
• The extra: Refreshments like tea, coffee, and soft drinks are available at the venue.

Seher at House Of Coco is a hairdresser located in London. With a team of passionate staff, this venue offers a range of hair treatments to enhance your natural beauty.

Nearest public transport:

Angel station is only 3-minute walk away.

The team:

You will be attended by a dedicated team of professionals. With their expertise and experience, you can trust that you are in capable hands.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Welcoming and inviting.
• Specialises in: Hair.
• Brands and products: Wella and Davines.

Ideally located near Angel station, Hair Art Studio brings you the very best in hair care with an extensive list of cuts, styling and colouring services on offer.

Expert stylist Sylwia boasts almost 20 years' industry experience and qualified with the famed Vidal Sassoon hairdressers. She prides herself on delivering outstanding results for each client and at Hair Art Studio, excellence is the name of the game when it comes to styling your hair.

This modern and tranquil space can be found within Flanx Salon on Chapel Market.

Book yourself a relaxing appointment and revamp your style today.

Chez Andre Paie is a hair salon located in Angel, Islington, offering a range of treatments to improve and optimise your hair texture including Brazilian smoothing, hair plumping treatment and much more.

It is a modern boutique with a calm and relaxing atmosphere with lovely and dedicated staff members whose job is to ensure your experience at their salon is the best.

Located a minutes walk from Highbury Corner, Basecuts is a contemporary salon providing an innovative hairdressing experience to the Islington area.

Basecuts offers a variety of hair treatments carried out by a team of creative stylists and colourists. Their attention to detail means they take the time to ensure your hair is at it’s best. This chic and stylish salon first opened its doors in 1993, so take a seat and feel safe in the knowledge that your hair is in the hands of a tried and tested professional.

(Please note that the deals we offer are day specific, if you reschedule we may charge full price for the appointment)

Next door to Islington Central Library, Taylor’d Hair & Lashes offers haircuts, colours and conditioning as well as facials, waxing and nail treatments. Established in 2008, their experienced team of dedicated stylists and therapists provide a meticulous service.

Feel comfortable and at ease in a warm and welcoming environment where they care about details and working with you to customise services to your needs. Providing reliable results, they use Goldwell, Moroccan Oil and Shellac amongst their product range.

Marko Karola At The House Of Coco is a boutique hair salon based in Islington. They go above and beyond to ensure their clients look their best with every visit.

A classically chic interior houses some of the finest talents in the industry, with a focus on delivering a bespoke beauty experience. Providing one to one consultations and appointments, they bring professionalism, style and irrepressible Italian flair to every treatment. Services include haircuts, highlights and updos, performed by a team who take the time to understand your individuality. With a meticulous and tailored approach, Marko Karola aim to help each client define their own personal sense of beauty and style.

Athena Salon Hair & Nails is a one-stop location in Islington, London, for all of your hair and nail needs. Whether you need a hair refresh with some warming highlights or want to give your nails some extra glam with a shellac manicure, book in for an appointment today and let the friendly staff here take care of you.

Nearest public transport:
The salon is well-connected by bus and Essex Road train station is just a 2-minute walk away. Highbury & Islington tube station is just a 13-minute walk away.

The team:
Maria, the resident hairstylist, and Anastasia, the resident nail technician, are both fully qualified and highly professional.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Bright, friendly, chic, modern.
• Specialises in: Hair colour, haircuts and nails.
• Brands and products used: OPI, CND, Sebastian and Nioxin.
• The extra touches: There is a private women-only area in the salon for bespoke treatments.