Choose from 14 venues offering chemical straightening near Hackney Downs, London

Time for your next Hollywood wax or to refresh your brows for your next event? Silhani Beauty is Aldgate East's most popular waxing wonderland.

Located within 1 minutes walk from Aldgate East station, this freshly established female-only oasis has you covered from head-to-toe with all your waxing and threading needs.

With over 10 years experience smoothing legs and everything in between, the professionals at Silhani use honey hot wax and tea tree wax to bid farewell to any unwanted body hair.

Be welcomed in a stylish, relaxing and calm environment and book an appointment at Silhani Beauty for your next pain-free wax today.

Give a gorgeous look to your lashes with different styles of lash extensions with a 10 years experienced therapist. Consult with therapist.

Glow your sling and hide your ageing with our range of face treatments using Guinot products. Consult a therapist today which suits you best.

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.

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.

Located close to London's latest fashion district, Hackney Walk, Marsha's Hair & Beauty is a unisex salon offering a range of beauty and hair care services, including cuts, highlights and styling as well as mink eyelash extensions and bespoke makeup sessions.

This lively salon is manned by Marsha and her team of friendly beauticians, experts in all things hair. The laid-back atmosphere makes it the perfect spot to come and enjoy a moment of relaxation and pampering.

Whether you're in need of a fresh new style, some stunning colour highlights or just a bit of maintenance, these talented hairdressers tailor each service to ensure you get the results you're after. If you're getting ready for a special occasion, book a date with their in-house makeup artist, who has the skill and finesse to transform your look and leave you looking your radiant best.

The salon can be found on Morning Lane, a short walk from Hackney Central and Homerton stations. For outstanding service in the hands of passionate, friendly beauty pros, look no further than Marsh's Hair & Beauty.

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.

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.

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.

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. 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.

Off Whitechapel High Street a short way from Aldgate East station, Maryam Hair & Beauty offer ladies’ and gentlemen’s hairdressing. There’s also a range of beauty solutions here for women that include threading, waxing and nail regimens.

You receive a warm, attentive and efficient service with friendly, innovative staff. They emphasise creating a personalised, maintainable look so that you can continue to stand out from the crowd between visits.

Please be advised that we only provide beauty treatments for female clients.

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.

Welcome to Afro Hair Trends in North London, the studio that specialises in a wide range of hairstyling services tailored for Afro hair.

Closest Public Transport:

Holloway Road metro station is located a short 4 minutes walk away. If you prefer travelling by bus, there are many options available even closer to the venue, like for example Camden Road (Stop T).

The Team:

The skilled technician Folake, with tons of experience and charm, will make you look and feel your best, by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Stitch braids, Afro hair braiding, Knotless braids, Boho braids, Crochet braids, Men's twists, Texture release treatments, Relaxing silk press, Wig installation.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible. For boho braids with human hair, the hair is provided, so you don't need to stress about sourcing it yourself. Additionally, the venue offer excellent sew-in weaves and wig installation services, selling high-quality wigs. Luxurious raw human hair extensions are also provided (24 hours' notice is mandatory) .

Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at Silhani Beauty - Hackney Road, based within Colours of Arlay, London, that is the ultimate goal. With an extensive list of skin-smart treatments and speedy solutions to hairy situations, 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 Silhani Beauty - Hackney Road.

Nearest public transport:

Hoxton station is only a 7-minute stroll away.

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: Beauty.
• The extra touches: English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi are all spoken fluently in the salon.

Zee Da Best is the best in town for Afro hairdressing and lash extensions. From cornrows for adults and children to weave installations to Russian lash extensions, this is the spot to check out. Based in Tottenham, this salon is in the perfect place if you're in the area.

Nearest public transport: 

The salon is 20-25 minute walk from South Tottenham and Seven Sisters stations.

The team:

Zee is a master in what she does.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, professional.
• Specialises in: Hair and lashes.
• The extra touches: This is an English and Creole-speaking salon.

Zone A Beauty Republik, within InáStar Beauty in the 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. The 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. Treat yourself and your hair and book in today.

Nearest public transport:

A 4-minute walk from Aldgate East station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Zone A Beauty Republik.

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: Bespoke keratin treatments, with a blend of technical expertise, artistic skill, and patient-centered care.

Please note that the venue is not wheelchair accessible.