hair and beauty in Highbury & Islington, London

Leave your hair and beard in the expert hands of the Highbury Cutting Guru at St Paul's road, just across the road from Highbury and Islington station in North London.

With vintage-inspired decor and top-of-the-range brands like L'Oreal and Morgan's Pomade, this barbershop promises you only the best in men's haircuts and grooming services. You'll find noteworthy hair and face treatments that pair perfectly together and you can also enjoy refreshments during your visit.

Allow Highbury Cutting Guru to groom you to perfection and book an appointment today.

Basecuts is an established, contemporary hair destination situated on the vibrant Upper Street, Islington, specialising in precision style cutting, creative colouring, and restorative hair treatments. Having first opened its doors in 1993, this long-standing, chic salon combines decades of proven hairdressing heritage with modern techniques, providing a welcoming atmosphere where your hair goals are brought to life with complete technical precision.

Nearest public transport:

The salon enjoys an incredibly convenient location just a short stroll from Highbury Corner. It is a mere 1-minute walk from Highbury & Islington Station (Victoria Line, London Overground, and National Rail links). Additionally, it sits along a major bus corridor, with routes 4, 19, 30, 43, and 393 stopping almost right outside, making it effortlessly accessible from Angel, Hackney, and Central London.

The team:

The salon floor is powered by a highly experienced team of advanced stylists and colourists (including local favorites like Charlotte, Debbie, Alma, and Teresa) who are celebrated for their meticulous attention to detail. Taking the time for a thorough consultation, the team works diligently to craft looks tailored to your unique hair texture, face shape, and lifestyle. Whether you are popping in for a quick maintenance trim, a sharp restyle, a bouncy blow dry, or a multi-tonal highlight transformation, you are in the hands of tried-and-tested professionals.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Lively, professional, and full of great energy.
• Specialises in: Precision Haircuts, Full Head Highlights & Tint Colouring, and Bespoke Styling.

There's always a time and a place for pampering and you've found it with Galaxy Nails (Holloway Road), London. If you're looking for a lick of paint then this talon salon has you covered (primped, preened, polished and pampered). So go ahead and spoil your nails with all the latest manicure and pedicure perks, as this neverending candy shop of colour polishes brings your visions to reality, transforming your fingertips into miniature masterpieces. Or check out the treasure troves of extras, with everything from bespoke brows to restorative rubdowns, this is a salon fit for every occasion.

Nearest public transport:

Highbury & Islington station is a stone's throw away, being just down the road from the venue.

The team:

These gurus of glamour 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: Nails.
• Brands and products used: Lycon, Dermalogica, Essie, SNS, OPI and Gelish.

My Nails and Beauty (Est. 2017) 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.

Discover a new standard of excellence at Kobkun Thai Spa® where your wellbeing meets balance and comfort

We like to say "Find Your Balance, Find Your Bliss" — let us guide you into effortless relaxation. Our wellness approach integrates relaxation into your daily hustle. Experience the essence of Thai-inspired hospitality seamlessly woven into your lifestyle. Join us on a journey where finding balance is not just a goal — it’s your new standard.

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.

Located inside Basecuts, N1 Beauty Base offers a range of beauty and waxing treatments. Take a momentary break from the vibrant city life and relax in this cosy space.

Nearest public transport:
The salon is well connected by tube and rail services from Highbury & Islington station. There are also public bus routes nearby.

The team:
The qualified team has 10 years of experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Warm and welcoming.
• Specialises in: All treatments offered.
• Brands and products used: Italwax.
• The extra touches: Clients can enjoy complimentary WiFi and non-alcoholic refreshments during their visit.

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.

Emel Kucuk Cosmetic Aesthetician in Islington, London is a one-stop-shop for all your lash and brow needs, including tinting, waxing, lifting and perming.

Emel Kucuk is a highly experienced and sought-after cosmetic aesthetician with nearly a decade of experience behind her working locally, building long lasting, personal friendships with her clients.

Emel has a friendly and personal approach to her work, providing a wide range of treatments. She has a long list of satisfied and loyal clientele who regularly use her services and say they are extremely satisfied with her treatments.

Having first received her qualifications in Turkey, Emel continued her training in the UK and is now a double certified practitioner. With a professional drive to be at the forefront of her field, Emel continues to update her skills with all the latest techniques and styles in the world of aesthetics and beauty, using all the latest developments and techniques in non-surgical facial rejuvenation, lip augmentation and microblading.

Some of Emel’s most popular treatments are based on her uniquely tailored approach to reducing facial lines using dermal fillers. Emel offers very thorough and in depth, personal one to one consultations, where she takes the time to fully understand you, your skin type and your personal requirements so that she can provide individually tailored treatments for the best possible results. Emel is fully registered with the ‘Quality of Care Commission’ and is an expert non-surgical clinician.

Emel always welcomes customers both new and old, with a friendly smile and a warm heart.

Go ahead and treat yourself to My Aesthetics, London, your one-stop shop for beauty that goes above and beyond. With a treasure trove of services from, fierce facials, luxurious laser hair removal and skin-smart treatments, you'll be spoilt for choice. So book now and pamper yourself.

Nearest public transport:

Highbury & Islington station is just a 2-minute walk away.

The team:

This glamour guru is dedicated to transforming your body and mind.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, vibrant and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Beauty and aesthetics.
• Brands and products used: OPI, The Gel Bottle, SNS, Candela, and PCA Skin.
• The extra touches: English and Vietnamese are spoken fluently in the venue.

Welcome to T&R Holistic Services, Marylebone, operating inside the prestigious Charterhouse Clinic, London. This premium wellness sanctuary is a true haven for those seeking deep solace from the fast pace of modern city life. From the moment you step through the doors, you will be greeted by soothing botanical scents and a tranquil, deeply restorative atmosphere—inviting you to leave the outside world behind and fully immerse yourself in a luxurious journey of self-care. Whether you are booking a deeply restorative targeted massage to melt away tension or indulging in a high-end, glow-giving facial treatment, every service is masterfully designed to elevate your overall vitality and long-term well-being.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently situated just a 7-minute stroll from Marylebone Station.

The team:

This dedicated practitioner is committed to providing a premium, highly personalised experience. Every movement and technique is tailored strictly to your individual needs, ensuring that each visit to the retreat is a profound journey into relaxation, physical empowerment, and ultimate renewal.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Restorative, professional, and welcoming.
• Specialises in: A comprehensive range of bespoke massage styles, advanced holistic body therapies, and rejuvenating skin treatments.
• Brands and products used: Beauty of Jeoson.

Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at Beauty Body Skincare By May, London, that is the ultimate goal. With an extensive list of skin-smart services and tried and tested treatments, that'll remind you of the goddess you truly are. Perfect, for lovers of everything and anything beauty-related, if you're looking to be primped, preened, polished and pampered, then go ahead and spoil yourself with a trip to Beauty Body Skincare By May.

Nearest public transport:

Highbury & Islington station is only a 4-minute stroll away and plenty of paid parking can be found nearby.

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.
• Brands and products used: This trendy, eco-conscious salon is proud to use locally-made products, supporting small businesses while delivering the freshest, highest-quality care.
• The extra touches: Guests are welcomed with a menu of complimentary refreshments, these delightful drinks enhance the salon's cosy atmosphere, making every visit a special occasion.