Choose from 15 venues offering chemical straightening near Essex Road, London

Located in the lively and creative area of Spitalfields, Attraction Hair & Beauty Academy boasts an extensive menu of hair, beauty, and massage services. Waxing, mani-pedis, hair cutting and colouring, Henna, facials - the list goes on. There´s definitely something here for everyone, so what are you waiting for?

Nearest public transport: The salon can be found using tube services from Aldgate East.

The team: Honey and Naz share a combined experience of 25 years in the hair and beauty industries.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Friendly, professional. Specialises in: Hair and beauty. Brands and products used: Janssen, Dermalogica, Dermacos. The extra touches: Clients can enjoy a relaxing atmosphere and welcoming service.

Love is in the hair at Got2Ask, based in Bethnal Green, a salon here to help you refine your look. You'll find a menu full of colour services with options in glossy tints, sunkissed and autumnal highlights and the intricate hand-painted balayage technique. More complex treatments will include the frizz-busting keratin treatment for sleek, enviable hair and rich tints with added highlights for colour with added dimension. Those bad hair days will soon become a pigment of your imagination. Brand new hair is the ultimate power statement, so book now for the ultimate hairy-tale ending.

Nearest public transport:

Cambridge Heath tube is a short walk away.

The team:

This one-to-one service aims to leave you feeling so relaxed and comfortable that you can't wait for your next visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Hair.

Cut & Crafts Hair Salon, off Cissold Park in Stoke Newington, is a local unisex hairdressing hub providing haircuts, colouring and also hair removal services seven days a week. You’re welcomed into a clean, modern environment with tea and biscuits and time is taken to understand what you want before setting out.

Respectful, efficient and professional staff provide a great value service incorporating products from leading brands such as L’Oreal and Wella.

Treat yourself to a taste of European style with an appointment at Prestige Unisex Beauty Lounge, one of London's slickest unisex beauty salons. This bright and airy space has all you need for a relaxing and luxurious grooming experience, with their expert team of talented barbers, stylists and beauticians on hand to meet your every need.

Enjoy a complimentary drink from the in-house bar and soak up the chilled out vibes as you receive your treatment. Whether you need a change of style, a colour top up or something more elaborate, their dedicated stylists have the skill and touch to leave you with a sharp, flawless look.

As well as their chic hair studio, Prestige Unisex Beauty Lounge has three spacious and private beauty rooms downstairs for you to unwind in total tranquillity and calm.

The salon is located on City Road, a short walk from Angel underground station.

Welcome to My Hair My Everything, the hair salon in London that offers a great range of Afro and European hairdressing, colouring and extension services as well as advanced hair treatments for both women and men.

Nearest public transport:
Based in the Hackney area, the venue is easily reached by public transport - with several bus stops available nearby and only an 8-minute walk from Hoxton station.

The team:
Melissa has over 14 years of experience while Liz and Miguel have 5 and over 35 years of experience respectively.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Very clean and bubbly environment, family business, really friendly vibe and all very pink, white and gold.
• Specialises in: Brazilian knots hair extensions, balayage and highlights
• Brands and products used: Redken, L'Oreal, Wella, lots of brands from Brazil.
• The extra touches: Has a huge teddy bear in the salon that people can take photos with for the perfect Instagram experience.

Brasil Hair is a boutique hair salon specialising in high-end hairdressing and indulgent beauty services. Recline and unwind with a refreshing cup of tea as your dedicated stylist or beautician caters to your every need.

Priding themselves on their pristine presentation and attentive service, their welcoming team of professionals are passionate about providing the highest standard of care. They are trained in a wide range of peerless pampering treatments, including haircuts, highlights, facials and more. Using premium brands such as Shu Uemura, Keratase and OPI, Brasil Hair ensure a long-lasting, high-quality finish with every visit.

Refresh your hair with a cut, colour, or treatment at Hair by Clint in Angel Islington.

Based within Hairbase, Clint has a decade of experience and uses products from brands like Matrix and Olaplex to give you a truly professional experience, whether you're after a full head of highlights or a Keratin treatment.

The salon is just 4 minutes from Angel station and has plenty of bus stops nearby.

We specialise in providing luxurious hair and beauty treatments that are designed to relax and pamper you. Right in the heart of North London, Ariel Hair Salon is a popular hairdressers offering a wide range of Afro and European styling service. We cater for every look and have over 30 years of expertise in Highlights, Colouring, Balayage, Ombré, Brazilian keratin blow-dry, Cutting, Relaxers, Perming, Protein Treatments, Silk Press, Natural Press, Micro ring hair Extensions, Nono ring, Brazilian knot, Tape hair extensions, Wigs, Frontals, Closure, Sew-ins, Braids and Crochet braids. If you're already in Holloway or Archway areas, you're even closer to that new haircut or colour you've been dreaming about.

Ideally located near Angel station, Hair Art Studio brings you the very best in hair care with an extensive list of cuts, styling and colouring services on offer.

Expert stylist Sylwia boasts almost 20 years' industry experience and qualified with the famed Vidal Sassoon hairdressers. She prides herself on delivering outstanding results for each client and at Hair Art Studio, excellence is the name of the game when it comes to styling your hair.

This modern and tranquil space can be found within Flanx Salon on Chapel Market.

Book yourself a relaxing appointment and revamp your style today.

Situated just off Seven Sisters Road in Woodberry Down, Joelle Shades is a specialist Italian hair salon offering a range of cuts, styling and colouring services. You'll find everything you need from quick trims for both ladies and gents to bespoke updos, conditioning treatments and hair extensions.

Equipped with a team of highly experienced stylists and colour technicians, this salon is ideal for those searching for a touch of European flair to their mane, whether you're after a totally new look or just a bit of maintenance. The friendly staff welcome you into their elegant space with a complimentary cup of Italian coffee and make you feel right at home as you sit back and enjoy your treatment. Try one of their unique Italian options in blow drying or their specially developed Joelle Shades colour treatment that'll transform your locks and leave you looking your stunning best.

Ideally located just a short walk from Manor House underground, Joelle Shades is your go-to spot for immaculate hair and professional service in Woodberry Down.

Chez Andre Paie is a hair salon located in Angel, Islington, offering a range of treatments to improve and optimise your hair texture including Brazilian smoothing, hair plumping treatment and much more.

It is a modern boutique with a calm and relaxing atmosphere with lovely and dedicated staff members whose job is to ensure your experience at their salon is the best.

Go ahead and treat yourself to Rishko Beauty Centre, Prudhoe, your one-stop shop for hair and beauty that goes above and beyond. With fierce facials, bespoke brows and a full menu of colour services with options in glossy tints, sunkissed and autumnal highlights and the intricate hand-painted balayage technique; it's an absolute must-have. With a treasure trove of services from, magical manis, restorative rubdowns and fabulous facials, you'll be spoilt for choice. So book now, discover your hairy-tale ending and pamper yourself with some killer fillers and a sprinkle of anti-wrinkle.

Nearest public transport:

Tower Hill station is just a 5-minute walk away.

The team:

This dream team are dedicated to transforming your body and mind.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, vibrant and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Beauty and hair.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible and English, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Czech and Slovak are spoken fluently in the venue.

Refresh your look at New You Hair & Skin Clinic in Holborn, London with their select range of hair cutting, colouring and styling treatments.

Nearest public transport:
The venue is a 10-minute walk from Chancery Lane, Holborn and Russell Square tube stations.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly and professional.
• Specialises in: As a leading hair and beauty salon in London, New You Hair & Skin Clinic has everything you need to keep looking and feeling amazing every single day.

Welcome to Rush&Ry salon based in Finsbury Park, in Greater London, where you will find a wide selection of treatments. From head to toe, literally, unwind and enjoy being taken care of with services such as deep tissue massage, cleansing facials, full head of highlights or luxury mani-pedis, and more. The skilled team of professionals are there to bring out the best in you and ensure that you leave the salon feeling rejuvenated, satisfied and confident.

Nearest public transport:

This venue is a 5-minute walk from Finsbury Park station and is well-connected by local bus routes

The team:

The talented team of professionals have years of experience ensuring you are well taken care of.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, calm and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Hair & beauty.

Zone A Beauty Republik, based within KIWe1 Hair & Beauty in City of London, will revive your hair with its range of bespoke keratin treatments.

This stylish space will ensure you are relaxed and at ease throughout your visit. Stylist Eddy is a true perfectionist when it comes to making sure that you are happy both with your experience and the results.

Choose the keratin treatment that suits you and your hair, and leave with the luscious locks you've been wanting.

Please note the salon is not wheelchair accessible and is within a short walk to Liverpool Street tube and rail stations.

Treat yourself and your hair and book in today.