hair and beauty in Essex Road, London

Discover your sanctuary at Kobkun Thai Therapy, where our mission is to restore balance and well-being to your life. Located just minutes from Essex Road station, we offer an authentic Thai massage experience designed to help you unwind and reconnect with yourself.

Our skilled therapists understand that relaxation is more than just a break—it’s essential for a happy, healthy life. With every massage, we create a space where you can escape, recharge, and leave feeling lighter . At Kobkun Thai Therapy, we’re here to help you find peace amidst the demands of everyday life.

Welcome to Pinky’s Beauty, London. The venue prides itself on providing a personalised and dedicated service to each client.

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.

Step into an all-in-one oasis of luxury and experience the ultimate head-to-toe rejuvenation at 22-17 Beauty. Perfectly situated at 157 Essex Road in London, this chic and comprehensive urban retreat is the neighborhood’s premier destination for total body wellness and elite aesthetic grooming. By seamlessly bringing together advanced dermal therapies, trendsetting nail design, and deeply restorative holistic rituals under one roof, the salon eliminates the need to visit multiple venues—providing a sophisticated, stress-free sanctuary where all your beauty and wellness goals are expertly realized.

Nearest public transport:

The studio is exceptionally well-connected and easy to reach, sitting just a 3-minute stroll from Essex Road Train Station, and surrounded by central bus routes making your visit completely effortless.

The team:

The elite collective of therapists, stylists, and technicians at 22-17 Beauty are highly qualified, specialized professionals who treat personal care as a true fine art. Whether it is a master colorist mapping your new look, a dermal specialist analyzing your skin barrier, or a massage therapist releasing deep-seated muscle tension, each team member brings exceptional technical precision and a gentle touch to your session. Known for their warm hospitality and meticulous attention to detail, they ensure every treatment is entirely customized to your individual needs.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A modern, beautifully sleek, and calming multi-level salon environment designed to feel like a high-end luxury escape.
• Specialises in: Trending head spa treatments, creative Hair styling, pristine nails, structural Lashes, target-driven Facials, and deeply therapeutic Massages.
• The extra touches: We love how this venue serves as the ultimate, modern one-stop destination for comprehensive Beauty and self-care. From an indulgent, viral-style Japanese head spa routine to high-performance grooming essentials, everything is executed using premium products and advanced techniques. Plus, its incredible under-five-minute proximity to local transit links ensures your path to total relaxation is completely seamless.

FOUND is a modern unisex hair and beauty destination in the heart of Islington.

Found is designed as a calm, welcoming space where great hair, beauty and self-care come together. We specialise in natural, confidence-boosting treatments delivered by experienced professionals who believe beauty should feel effortless, inclusive and personal.

Whether you’re visiting for a haircut, colour, brows, lashes or grooming, our focus is simple: exceptional service, thoughtful attention to detail, and helping you leave feeling like the best version of yourself.

Your space, found.

Nearest public transport:

FOUND is conveniently located on Essex Road in Islington, with excellent transport links across London.

We’re just a short walk from Essex Road Station and within easy reach of Angel, Highbury & Islington, and Canonbury stations. Several bus routes stop nearby, making us easily accessible whether you’re travelling locally or from further afield.

The team:

Together with their skills, experience and a great eye for detail, this talented team aim to have you looking and feeling your best.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hair, beauty and barbering.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible. English and Arabic are spoken fluently at the venue.

London Lash Art is based inside Studio N7 Hair & Beauty salon, next to Essex Road station in Greater London. Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at London Lash Art that is the ultimate goal. Choose from a range of treatments from Russian volume eyelashes to hybrid infills or eyebrow tints at this salon! For lovers of everything beauty related, this is the salon, as an afternoon here will have you smiling from the inside out.

Nearest public transport:

London Lash Art is not too far from Essex Road station and is well-connected by local bus routes.

The team:

The friendly team focus on their mission to inspire people to express their beauty with confidence, aiming to provide the best available eyelash services.

What we like about the venue:

Atmosphere: Friendly, welcoming & inviting.

Specialises in: Waxing, brows and lashes.

The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Nestled in a nook of the bustling city, Soma Angel, London, is a sanctuary for those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life. Whether you seek relief from muscle tension, stress reduction, or you simply desire a moment of pure relaxation, you'll find customised massages to address your specific concerns. Using a combination of traditional techniques and innovative approaches, you feel that tension melt away as you slip into a tranquil state of bliss. Steal a slice of time for yourself and seek refuge at Soma Angel.

Nearest public transport:

Essex Road station is just a 3-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem staying connected.

The team:

With their years of experience, they are committed to providing an exceptional experience, ensuring that each visit to the retreat is a journey into relaxation, vitality and empowerment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Serene, professional and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Massages that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, revitalised and deeply refreshed.

For all skin concerns and queries, Filteredbyher in London offers the best range for all skin types. From microneedling to dermal filler treatments, this home-based venue is the place you want to visit.

Nearest public transport:

Essex road station, Essex road bus stops or angel station

The salon is only a 2-minute walk from Essex Road bus stop.

The team:

Rachel is experienced and talented in skincare and is on hand for any questions or queries related to your skin.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cosy and friendly.
• Specialises in: Dermal fillers and microneedling.

Welcome to Nails - By Anastasia At Athena Salons, London. Pamper yourself with a manicure and pedicure. Their pedicure and manicure services in Islington include nail trimming, filing, and sculpting, as well as a relaxing massage. They also offer tips to improve your nail health. Using sanitised tools and premium products, they cater to all skin types. From shaping and buffing to nail extensions and creative nail art, they’ve got you covered. If you have a specific look in mind, they’ll work with you to make it happen and provide advice to keep your nails fresh and healthy.

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:

Anastasia is a nail perfectionist with a reputation for being incredibly attentive. Known for her precision, whether she’s sculpting the perfect nail shape or applying intricate art, she works alongside the wider Athena team to provide a full-circle beauty experience. Clients rave about her ability to listen to exactly what they want and deliver a finish that is clean, durable, and tailored to their personal style.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Bright, welcoming, and pristinely clean. The salon manages to feel both professional and homely, making it the perfect spot to switch off.
• Specialises in: A premium range of nail services, from classic manicures and pedicures to high-strength extensions and creative nail art.
• The extra touches: The venue is fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming experience for all clients. Plus, with paid parking available nearby and excellent public transport links, it’s a zero-stress destination for your next self-care session.

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.

Whether you're a budding athlete or in need of ironing out tension, Dr Stretch Therapies in Islington is the place to go. Let the skilled team help you find relief through sports, deep tissue, and other massage techniques.

The team of dedicated and committed fitness specialists has more than 15 years of experience in massage therapy as well as an impressive list of qualifications.

No matter your issue, the team can help bring balance back, whether through a relaxing moment away from the city crowds or working through a sporting injury.

The venue is a short 10-minute walk from Highbury & Islington station, and 15 minutes walk from Angel. Get back on your feet in no time at Dr Stretch.

Our clinic is located within a working gym, so occasional background noise may be heard. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to supporting your recovery journey.

We’re delighted to introduce ML Pro Beauty by Maja Kiprovska, a prestigious addition to the beauty scene, located within the stylish **Flanxs Hair Salon**.

Meet Maja Kiprovska

With more than 27 years as a beauty therapist based in Central London and 16 years as an International Master Educator, Maja is a powerhouse in the industry. She’s trained over 4,000 students globally.

Founded ML Beauty Academy, FLEEK Beauty & Business Magazine and created the acclaimed ML Pro Professional product line.

Her accolades speak volumes: awards like

• Lash Artist of the Year*,

• Lash Educator*, and recognitions from

Beauty Awards including

• • British Hair & Beauty Awards 2023**,

• • HBA 2022**, and more—cement Maja’s reputation as a global beauty icon.

What to Expect at ML Pro Beauty

• • Location & Venue**

Nested within the chic ambiance of **Flanx | Hair Salon Islington**, ML Pro Beauty offers a curated, professional experience right in your neighbourhood at **156 Essex Rd, N1 8LY*

• • ML Pro Beauty Highlights**

• Access to Maja’s signature treatments, including waxing, lash extensions, microblading, and bespoke beauty services, all delivered using the premium product range

• Expect a warm, expert-led experience—from precision nails,waxing to flawless lash artistry, all in an elegant, tranquil setting.

Why ML Pro Beauty Stands Out

• • Luxury Experience** Offers Maja’s award-winning expertise globally.

• • Innovative Products** all products are trusted by professionals worldwide.

• • Convenience** Top-tier beauty services now available right on Essex Road.

• • Excellence** Maja is globally recognized for mastering lash, brow, and beauty trends.

-Ready to Elevate Your Beauty Routine?

Be among the first to experience ML Pro Beauty . Transform your look with the skill and sophistication only Maja Kiprovska can deliver—right here in Islington.