Charlotte has been hairdressing for 18 years working in some of Londons top salons. Her speciality's are colour, blonde techniques and soft easy going style haircuts.
Erika owner and founder of Alkaline London has been hairstylist for 25 years working between Fashion Shows and Photoshoot and salons in London like -Taylor Taylor London- She specialises in fun custom colours, balayage,cute layered hairstyles, sharp graduations and curly hair of all kinds. She brings a unique and special edge to each service she provides! From consultation to finish, Erika takes the time to create a style that is unique to you â and as unique as you. With an edgy style and bubbly personality, she is ready to rock your next look.
Marco is an Italian-born hair designer from Rome, now based in East London. With over fifteen years of experience, heâs known for his bold, transformative approach â creating effortless, fashion-forward looks with precision and edge. Inspired by art, music, and street culture, Marco sees hair as a form of self-expression â a way to tell stories through texture, shape, and movement. His work bridges salon creativity and fashion energy, blending a refined eye with a raw, artistic spirit. When heâs not behind the chair, Marco is on set for editorials, runway shows, and creative collaborations. Obsessed with detail and constantly evolving, he lives for transformation â and bringing fresh energy to every look. Marco canât wait to transform yours.
Alkaline London is based on Mare Street, Hackney. Their philosophy is to provide leading hairstyling, colours and highlights with sustainable products and give you healthy hair in a very relaxing and harmonious atmosphere.
Nearest public transport:
Hackney Central station, London Fields station or Hackney Downs station are all just a short walk away. Broadway Market is only a 7-minute from the venue location.
The team:
Proud owner of Alkaline London and a master stylist, Erika draws from a lifetime of working in salons to create a space where people combine fashion, art, and style through hair. She specialises in fun custom colours, cute layered hairstyles, sharp graduations and curly hair of all kinds. She brings a unique and special edge to each service she provides!
Sonny focuses on all aspects of hairdressing from blunt cuts, immaculate barber fades, tasteful highlights to long coloured balayage. But his main passion is his clients; working with them to create unique looks that best suit their needs. His clients consistently comment that his friendly and relaxed approach really helps them feel comfortable to try new styles and looks.
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