Choose from 14 venues offering patch test for hair near Essex Road, London

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.

Welcome to Enhance, based in Islington, London. Beauty specialists provide treatments such as facials, waxing, manicures, pedicures, massages and other aesthetic services, injections,laser hair removal,leaving you looking more beautiful than ever.

Nearest public transport: The venue is based on Essex road, only a 10-minute walk from Angel tube station, with local bus, stops nearby.

The Team: They have 11 years of experience in the beauty industry.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Relaxing, friendly and warm. Specialises in: Facials, manicures, waxing, pedicure, threading and laser hair removal. Brands and products used: Murad and MDK.

Found less than a minute's walk from Essex Road station in the heart of Islington, London, Glitz and Glamour is a one stop beauty salon offering hair, nails, tanning, beauty and aesthetics for ladies and gents and kid's pamper packages too! From LVL lashes to Shellac mani and pedis, highlights and bouncy blow drys to tanning beds and filler/botox! There is a large assortment of services here for you to choose from.

The staff are attentive, friendly and thorough, and will always ensure that you are completely satisfied with your treatment. You will immediately be made to feel at ease, and the team are on hand to offer advice or help if you are uncertain about any of the treatments on offer.

My Nails and Beauty is a full-scale nail salon nearby Highbury East, Islington. Their experienced team of six talented nail artists offer manicures, pedicures, acrylics and more.

This is your go-to salon for flawless nail treatments provided by friendly, professional and experienced therapists who are passionate about their craft. My Nails and Beauty is known for their attention to detail and impeccable customer service which is why they boast a long list of repeat clients. If you have any special requests or preferences, the staff at this salon adapt all their treatments to the personal needs and taste of each client.

Located nearby Highbury & Islington station in London, the salon can be reached by tube or bus. After the perfect manicure or pedicure, your nails should look stunning, but you should also feel relaxed and refreshed which is exactly how you'll feel after a visit to My Nails and Beauty salon.

Le Chapeau Cloche is a gender-neutral & green hair salon based in the heart of Angel, Islington. It was founded in 2019 by Thierry Benavides, expert hair stylist & colourist with over 25 years of experience who surrounded himself with a talented and friendly team.

It is also home to "Au Chapeau" café.

Sit back, enjoy a barista coffee & french pastry and escape from reality in our 1920’s inspired interior while we look after your hair.

We are proud to team up with Oway, a luxury, biodynamic, organic, fairtrade brand that uses non-toxic ingredients and helped us reduce our plastic use by 99%!

By introducing our gender-neutral hair menu, we are offering fair pricing for all which is purely based on the length and thickness of your hair as well as the result wanted.

Brows Next Door is an independent beauty brand situated in the heart and prime location of Upper Street, Islington, which offers a range of bespoke beauty packages, facial waxing, brow and lash tinting, and many more.

Nearest public transport: Angel, Highbury & Islington, and Essex Road stations are all around a 10-minute walk away, servicing the tube, overground, and railway. Bus stops can be found nearby.

The team: Trained with leading brands such a Nouveau Lashes, rest assured owner and founder Lea Perez has perfected her craft, making it the core and forefront of her business.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant and cosy beauty studio, located within Le Chapeau Cloche.
• Specialises in: Brow work, LVL lashes.
• Brands and products used: Nouveau Lashes
• The extra touches: Lea started her business keeping in mind each individual’s natural beauty by enhancing what you already have.

Located in the heart of Islington, near Islington Town Hall, Develin Skincare Clinic offers a range of beauty and skincare treatments. Using knowledge and experience, treatments are personalised to your skin type and desires.

Nearest public transport:
The clinic can be found using overground and overground services Highbury & Islington or Angel station, and bus services 19, 43, and 4.

The team:
Valentina is a Level 2 and 3 Beauty Therapist and Level 5 Healthcare Practitioner.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Relaxing and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Laser hair removal, massages, facials, microdermabrasion, radiofrequency, vein treatments, waxing.
• Brands and products used: Christina Professional and Anna Lotan.
• The extra touches: Clients can enjoy complimentary non-alcoholic refreshments and WiFi.

Lash & co is a luxury beauty bar and training academy in Clerkenwell, specialising in brow and lash treatments.

Nearest public transport

The salon is just a 10-minute walk from Essex road station, making it easily accessible for beauty enthusiasts from all parts of the city. Lots of bus routes local.

The team

The salon boasts a team of dedicated professionals who strive to ensure that each client receives the best care. They teach students the highest level of lash training, learning advanced skills and business building, CPD accredited.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Modern, relaxing, professional.
• Specialises in: Lash and brow treatments.

In the heart of leafy Canonbury in Islington, Canonbury Beauty is a tranquil spot for a manicure, pedicure, wax or lash treatment.

Spread across two floors in an elegant listed period property, this salon is committed to providing a place of relaxation, indulgence, health and a sense of well-being.

The team have decades of experience between them and you can be sure that your visit will be completely about you and what makes you feel comfortable.

Shellac manicures, Hollywood waxing and brow tinting are a few of the things offer, all delivered with a truly personal touch.

You can find Canonbury Beauty just an 8-minute walk from Highbury & Islington Station, with paid street parking nearby too. Book in today and discover your new go-to salon.

Marko Karola At The House Of Coco is a boutique hair salon based in Angel, 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.

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)

Jenelle Thompson Hair, located within the iconic Giovanni’s on Upper Street, has over 25 years of expertise in this vibrant and stylish location. With a career spanning work with celebrity clients, editorial shoots, and fashion shows, they specialise in delivering bespoke hair services tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently situated close to plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all beauty enthusiasts.

The team:

The owner of the venue is at the heart of the business. With a passion for beauty and a commitment to customer satisfaction, they ensure that every client feels cared for and leaves feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Clean.
• Specialises in: Cultivating a welcoming and comfortable environment, where clients feel valued, respected and at ease, as well as providing expert advice and guidance.

For epic skin fades, hot towel shaves and tailored haircuts, there's nowhere better than Barbers Islington.

Dedicated to bringing you the best service possible, this barbershop is run by a team who each have more than 10 years of experience keeping up with classic cuts and modern techniques.

Their attention to detail and professionalism ensure that they create a look that's right for you. Whatever you ask for, whether it be a wash and haircut, permanent colouring, or beard design, they'll listen and work with you to exceed your expectations.

Barbers Islington is just moments from Highbury & Islington Underground Station. Head over there now for the very best in men's grooming.

The Instanbul Barber, located in Islington in London is a hotspot for all men's hairdressing services. Whether you're looking for a simple skin fade or want to pamper yourself with a hot towel shave, schedule an appointment with the expert staff here today.

Nearest public transport:
There is a bus stop just in front of the venue and Highbury & Islington train and tube station are just a 2-minute walk away.

The team:
Demir has been working in the barbering industry for 30 years.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, relaxed, tidy.
• Specialises in: Men's haircuts and shaving.
• Brands and products used: Turkish traditional grooming products.
• The extra touches: There are hot drinks available for customers.