hair and beauty in Essex

Treat yourself to a new hairstyle after a visit to Bella Bonitas, located in Tiptree. Haircuts, hair toning, and fringe trims are just a few of the services offered by this excellent salon.

Nearest public transport:
Salon can be reached by bus: 91 seasiders, 506, 903 (Tiptree stop).

The team:
Skilled and attentive specialist, ensuring that clients receive only high-quality services.

What we like:

• Atmosphere: modern and professional.
• Specialisation: haircuts and hair colouring.
• Brands and products used: only professional brands are used in the salon.
• Extras: the salon is easily accessible by public transport.

Make your way over to Imaan Beauty, Grays, a chic oasis that soothes the senses and offers a refreshing escape from the everyday. For those who love a touch of glamour, begin a lash love affair with amazing lash lifts and bespoke brows that are sure to make a lash-ing impression! Whether you're looking for a fab facial for thirsty skin or a fuss-free de-fuzz session that'll have you bare-legged and beach-ready in no time at all, here you'll find a welcoming, stylish space to unwind. Live for your mirror moment with Imaan Beauty!

Nearest public transport:

Chafford Hundred station is only a 15-minute stroll away and ample free parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:

Greeting every client with a smile and combining years of experience with a personable approach, this salon superstar performs all services to the highest standard possible to ensure a beautiful, inspirational result with every visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A calming retreat that combines sophistication with contemporary design, leaving you with a seamless fusion of class and style.
• Specialises in: Cultivating a welcoming and comfortable environment, where clients feel valued, respected and at ease, as well as providing expert advice and guidance.
• The extra touches: Hindi and English are spoken fluently at the salon.

Head on over to Nura Aesthetics, Colchester, your one-stop shop for all hair removal and beauty essentials. Take the rough with the smooth and say goodbye to those pesky hairs; with unbeatable bikinis and hella good Hollywoods, with this smooth operator, the fuzz stops here! Whether you're after a baby-smooth back, a bold Brazilian, or just a tidy-up in the usual spots, these salon superstar works their magic from head to toe (and everywhere in between). Nura Aesthetics delivers glide-worthy results and each session is handled with care, precision (and a dash of sass) - because everybody deserves to keep it neat and sweet! Dare to bare with Nura Aesthetics!

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:

With tons of experience, this skilful technician will bring your visions to reality as you emerge as the epitome of timeless elegance.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, modern and friendly.
• Specialises in: Cultivating a welcoming and comfortable environment where clients feel valued, respected and at ease, as well as providing expert advice and guidance.
• The extra touches: As you settle in for your treatment, you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.

Aurora Day Spa & Beauty Clinic is located in Gravesend. They specialise in beauty and skin care services, providing a wide range of facial and body treatments for all skin types.

With over 15 years experience they pride themselves on the selection of appropriate treatments and much of them can be tailored to your specific requirements. They offer a variety of massage therapies, professional makeup and general beauty services as well as microdermabrasion, manicures and pedicures. They are also stockists of Yellow Rose Cosmetics retail skincare range and Stagecolor Professional Makeup.

The staff here have a real passion for what they do, so you are sure to achieve the results you desire.

Embrace the true art of textured hair and bespoke styling at Hair Allure. Situated at 164 Hamlet Court Road in the bustling coastal town of Westcliff-on-Sea, this vibrant and specialised salon is a dedicated haven for those seeking expert care and transformative results. Moving away from one-size-fits-all hairdressing, this creative space champions individuality, focusing on meticulous techniques and premium enhancements to elevate your natural beauty and personal style.

Nearest public transport:

The salon is highly accessible and perfectly positioned close to public transport. Located on the lively Hamlet Court Road, it is just a short walk from Westcliff train station, providing excellent rail links. Additionally, the area is well-serviced by local bus routes, ensuring a completely hassle-free commute to your appointment.

The team:

The dedicated styling team brings a wealth of expertise and a profound understanding of complex, textured, and multi-cultural hair. Passionate about their craft, they offer a highly personalised approach, taking the time to consult with every client to ensure your hair health is prioritised and your aesthetic goals are perfectly met.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A welcoming, vibrant, and highly professional salon environment where every client is made to feel entirely at home and completely relaxed.
• Specialises in: Exceptional care and styling for Afro Hair, intricate Dreadlocks creation and maintenance, and premium hair Extensions.
• The extra touches: We love the team's commitment to ensuring a comforting visit from start to finish. Arriving is straightforward with convenient paid parking available close by, and you can truly unwind during your transformation with a selection of complimentary free refreshments provided throughout your stay.

inWonderland, within Lakeside Shopping Centre, Grays, is the spot for killer nails, right in the heart of the city’s coolest district. Specialising in everything from sleek acrylics to luxe gels, this salon is where creativity meets perfection. Whether you’re going for sharp stilettos, trendy coffin shapes, or a classic almond set, the nail tech here is an absolute pro at crafting looks that slay! No request is too extra, from chrome finishes and hand-painted designs to 3D embellishments and custom art. inWonderland knows that nails are more than just an accessory; they’re a statement and polishing up nicely isn’t just a beauty treatment - it’s a must-have part of your aesthetic and vibe. Diva up your digits at inWonderland!

Nearest public transport:

Chafford Hundred station is just a short 12-minute walk away, take a moment for yourself at inWonderland today. Ample free parking is available nearby, for those arriving by car.

The team:

These glamour gurus will curate a palette of colours and styles that will leave you breathless. Experience the perfection of precision shaping and flawless polishing that will make heads turn.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, vibrant and friendly.
• Specialises in: All types of nails, from bright and dynamic to classy and chic.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Head on over to Central Hairdressing Academy - Clacton. Mastering the art of hairdressing is an empowering journey, and at Central Hairdressing, that’s exactly what students are encouraged to do. Clients can expect hair services delivered with precision and care.

As a hub for learning, the academy offers a range of quality treatments performed by skilled students under the guidance of expert professionals. If you're looking for a personalised colour, a restyle or tidy complimented by the latest techniques in hairstyling, you’ll leave feeling polished and perfected and knowing you have supported the next generation of hairstylists along their learning journey.

• Central Hairdressing Academy is a training school for hairdressers and barbers. Your patience and consideration is appreciated.
• All services are conducted by students under the guidance of highly qualified trainers.
• Services are likely to take longer than an average salon appointment, please allow sufficient time. Service times will vary depending on the students experience and stage of learning.
• Photos of your hair may be taken before, during and after the service to provide evidence for the student’s portfolio or for promotional purposes on social media.
• Central Hairdressing reserves the right refuse services in the event of unreasonable behaviour.
• It may be necessary to cancel or amend bookings without notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
• All colour services require a skin test to be conducted at least 48hrs prior to the appointment.
• Clients and models must be age 16 or over.

Nearest public transport:

Clacton-on-Sea station is just a 2-minute stroll around the corner.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, modern and friendly.
• Specialises in: Cultivating a welcoming and comfortable environment, where clients feel valued, respected and at ease, as well as providing expert advice and guidance.
• Brands and products used: Leyton House Professional.

At Icelab Essex Cryo they are bringing cutting-edge technology that you won't find anywhere else in Essex. Their aim is to bring you a new era of health optimisation that will soon have you feeling fitter and healthier. The therapies have been carefully chosen to either work alone or stack them up for a speedier and effective results. Looking after your gut, immune system, blood circulation and lymphatic system has been shown to have a significant effect on how we feel on the outside too, so detoxifying the body is key to a healthier longer life.

Nearest public transport:

Leigh-on-Sea station is just a 19-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem keeping connected. Ample free parking can be found close by.

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: Restorative, professional and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Creating a sanctuary for those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Get rid of your complexion complaints and rediscover your youthful glow with Avibella Aesthetics, Waltham Cross. Whether you'd like to smooth away fine lines with precision-placed anti-wrinkle injections, restore lost volume and contours with dermal fillers, or rejuvenate tired, dull-looking skin with custom-designed facials and peels, Avibella Aesthetics will employ a holistic approach to anti-ageing that encompasses both prevention and correction. Reboot your skin with groundbreaking technology and advantageous aesthetics that remind you of the goddess you truly are. For those who demand nothing but the best, Avibella Aesthetics is the ultimate destination for dermatological expertise

Nearest public transport:

Cheshunt station is just a 20-minute walk away. Plenty of free and paid parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:

With years of experience, this aesthetic ambassador is dedicated to transforming your body and mind.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, redefining and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping clients achieve their aesthetic goals with ease.
• The extra touches: The venue has been crafted as an adults-only refuge for those who seek an escape from the everyday.

Welcome to a space where medical expertise meets advanced artistry at Soul Skin By Tara located inside The Beauty Zone, Sawbridgeworth is an adults-only aesthetic sanctuary. Our premium clinic, specialising in Botox, dermal fillers, targeted skin treatments, and customised facials, elevates natural beauty and restores youthful vitality. Every aesthetic journey is personalised to your unique features, combining cutting-edge science with a luxurious, rejuvenative experience. Discover the confidence that comes with radiant, healthy, and timeless skin.

Nearest public transport:

Conveniently positioned on Station Road, close to plenty of public transport options. Sawbridgeworth Rail Station (Greater Anglia) is just a 5 to 7-minute walk away. The location offers free parking nearby, making it a stress-free destination for those arriving by car.

The team:

Radiating positivity and advanced expertise, Tara makes every visit feel less like a routine appointment and more like an uplifting, results-driven escape. She approaches every service as an opportunity to boost your confidence and celebrate your unique beauty.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Discreet, peaceful, and professional.
• Specialises in: From precision Botox and lip filler to rejuvenating facials, every treatment is tailored to make your skin look and feel its absolute best.
• Extra touches: This boutique space is intentionally an adults-only retreat.

Here at Edge we pride ourselves on top quality Hairdressing. Big warm welcome from our friendly team at Edge. The salon is located in Leigh-on-Sea.

Welcome to Katie Benson Beauty & Aesthetics. My salon is home based with private access and convenient parking right outside, making your visit simple and stress free from the moment you arrive.

My salon space is professional, tranquil, and completely private, It offers relaxing escape away from busy high streets and crowded salons.

Enjoy a hassle-free journey, flexible evening appointments, welcoming atmosphere where you can truly feel comfortable - even come in your PJs if you like! The space is exclusively yours during your appointment, ensuring complete privacy and a calm personalised experience.

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:

As a sole therapist, I personally carry out every treatment so your appointment is one to one and completely tailored to you. Building genuine client relationships is at the heart of what I do, and love creating a calm, welcoming space where you feel comfortable and cared for.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: modern and friendly, warm inviting.
• Specialises in: beauty and aesthetics.

Walk-in clients accepted. Please note that as we do accept walk-in clients, if when you arrive we are already serving a customer there may be a slight wait up to 10/15-minutes. We will endeavour to provide timely service, but appreciate your patience in the event of a slight delay.

BrowBuzz offers a truly unique beauty experience tailored to enhance your natural beauty. At BrowBuzz, beauty is more than a treatment – it’s a moment of self-care. Our experienced therapists are passionate about delivering high-quality services, including threading, waxing, facials, manicures, pedicures, and more.

Whether you’re popping in for a quick tidy-up or indulging in a full pamper session, BrowBuzz provides high-quality care with friendly service every time.

Book today and treat yourself to the unique BrowBuzz experience.

Nearest public transport
Just a 4-minute walk from Panfield Lane bus station.

The team
Hetal provides a wide range of treatments that help her clients to look and feel their best.

What we liked about the venue

• Atmosphere: Homely, professional, and peaceful. A relaxing space where clients can unwind.
• Specialises in: All things beauty. Think: hair removal, nails et brows

Head on over to A & E Aesthetics, Debden and keep your best beauty self in stable condition! This salon has a healthy dose of killer fillers, fierce facials and a sprinkle of anti-wrinkle, offering a harmonious haven for those seeking that skinstagram complexion, they're here to inject some fun into your beauty routine! With an emphasis on enhancing natural beauty, these talented technicians will employ a holistic approach to beauty that encompasses both prevention and correction. Go for the glow at A & E Aesthetics - a real life-saver!

Nearest public transport:

Debden station is just a 5-minute stroll away. Ample free and paid parking can be found nearby.

The team:

With years of experience, this aesthetic ambassador is dedicated to transforming your body and mind.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, redefining and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping clients achieve their aesthetic and beauty goals with ease.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Welcome to Scenar Therapy by Asen, Loughton. I am introducing you to the incredible bio-controlled neurostimulator SCENAR, also known as the Self-Controlled Energy Neuro-Adaptive Regulator! This cutting-edge physiotherapy device fuses acupuncture point stimulation with advanced technology, creating a truly unique impact on the body. SCENAR sends impulses through the skin that mimic those of our very own nervous system, activating a powerful biological feedback loop on the body's recovery, by releasing neuropeptides and endorphins to combat the pain.

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 wellness enthusiasts.

The team:

The owner of the venue is at the heart of the business. With a passion for wellness 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.

Welcome to Permanent Makeup Essex, Brentwood, run by Marjan, a Permanent Makeup Specialist operating in Essex and London. They have 15+ years of experience and they're fully qualified (VTCT Level 4) with an extensive portfolio.

Nearest public transport:

They have dedicated parking available for you.

The team:

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

Glow-getters, meet your match at Shak Smith Aesthetics, Tilbury, where tranquillity meets transformation. A destination for advanced non-surgical rejuvenation and precision facial contouring. Specialising in medical-grade aesthetics and injectables, this clinic is established as a professional sanctuary for those seeking expert results in a safe, clinical, and discreet environment.

Nearest public transport:

The clinic is situated in a convenient residential area close to public transport options. The location offers nearby free parking, making it a stress-free destination for those arriving by car.

The team:

Shak’s expertise lies in her ability to blend clinical safety with an artistic eye, ensuring that every treatment enhances her client's natural features rather than over-altering them. Shak’s attentive care and commitment to professional integrity ensure you feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout your treatment journey.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, redefining and friendly.
• Specialises in: Precision cosmetic injectables, facial sculpting, and advanced skin health.
• The extra touches: A curated selection of high-performance treatments designed to refresh and revitalise.

Skyla Rosa Customs is a home-based lash and brow salon in Chadwell St Mary, Essex, offering a range of services including lash extensions, tints and brow lamination.

The space is accessible by bus and there is parking available in the area.

Located at 1-5 Church Hill, Leigh-on-Sea, Tranquil-Leigh is a premier destination for restorative wellness, specialising in professional therapeutic massage, deep tissue work, and holistic relaxation. Situated in the heart of the charming Leigh conservation area, this boutique sanctuary offers a sophisticated escape for those seeking to alleviate tension and restore balance through expert physical therapy.

Nearest public transport:

The studio is a convenient 8-minute walk from Leigh-on-Sea railway station, which provides frequent and direct links to London Fenchurch Street via the C2C line. There are local bus services within a 4-minute stroll of the venue.

The team:

The clinical excellence at Tranquil-Leigh is led by Jacque, a highly trained specialist known for their meticulous technique and a personalised approach to bodywork. Jacque’s philosophy focuses on understanding the unique physical needs of every client, ensuring that each session is tailored to provide maximum relief and long-term well-being in a professional, calm environment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A serene, sophisticated, and tranquil boutique space designed for ultimate relaxation and privacy.
• Specialises in: Professional massages, targeted deep tissue therapy, and bespoke wellness treatments designed to rejuvenate the mind and body.

Enlighten Through Nature

Personalised holistic facials in the heart of Essex

Enlighten Through Nature is an exclusive, ladies-only beauty studio based in Rayleigh, Essex, offering bespoke holistic facials designed to nurture your skin and wellbeing in a calm, welcoming environment. Every treatment is tailored to your skin’s unique needs using only high-quality skin care brands and the highest quality natural products, including our own line of Soil Association-certified organic and vegan oils. We’re proud to be rated Excellent on Trustpilot, with clients returning for visible results, deep relaxation, and personalised care from a true facial specialist.

Meet Diana – Your Expert Facialist

Diana is a fully qualified holistic beauty therapist who has deliberately chosen to specialise in facials, her true passion and area of deepest expertise. With over 15 years focusing on advanced facial treatments, she combines professional training with continuous learning in facial techniques and skin nutrition.

Her impressive background includes managing the Elemis Spa at Harvey Nichols, leading the Decléor Spa at Liberty London, and serving as a visiting VIP facialist for Decléor at Harrods, where she delivered bespoke treatments to high-profile clients.

Diana’s signature facials blend techniques like lymphatic drainage, sculpting massage, and facial yoga, with personalised skincare plans designed to leave your skin lifted, radiant, and truly healthy inside and out.

Why Choose Us?

• Expertise: Specialising exclusively in results-driven facials, no distractions, just skincare excellence
• Atmosphere: Calm, nurturing, and inviting a place where you can truly relax and feel at home
• Location: Conveniently accessible from Hadleigh, Basildon, Benfleet, Canvey, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend-on-Sea, and Hockley, with ample free parking and easy A127 access

Ready to experience a facialist who truly understands your skin? Book your personalised facial today and discover your natural glow.