Choose from 8 venues offering hairdressers and hair salons near Essex Road, London

In the heart of leafy Canonbury in Islington, Canonbury Beauty is a tranquil spot for a manicure, pedicure, wax or lash treatment.

Spread across two floors in an elegant listed period property, this salon is committed to providing a place of relaxation, indulgence, health and a sense of well-being.

The team have decades of experience between them and you can be sure that your visit will be completely about you and what makes you feel comfortable.

Shellac manicures, Hollywood waxing and brow tinting are a few of the things offer, all delivered with a truly personal touch.

You can find Canonbury Beauty just an 8-minute walk from Highbury & Islington Station, with paid street parking nearby too. Book in today and discover your new go-to salon.

Even the grizzliest of felons can leave looking smart, sharp and sophisticated with a fresh cut and shave at Grizzly Felons in Islington.

A retro-style barbershop decked out with wooden floorboards and exposed brick, creating a cool and trendy space for you to spruce up your look, just a 5-minute walk from Essex Road Station.

From a quick trim to 'The Full Service', these beard-loving barber enthusiasts know exactly what's needed to cater to the modern man.

Stop in today for a Grizzly groom, enjoy one of the many beverages on offer and stay for the ultimate barbershop experience.

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.

Refresh and reinvigorate your skin with a specialist facial treatment at Treat Beauty London in Islington

With a variety of innovative services on offer, this salon has something for all skin types and conditions.

Whether you're after an anti-ageing treatment that reduces fine lines and wrinkles, a collagen-boosting Dermapen therapy, also known as Micro-needling and “the collagen Induction Therapy” Induction Therapy or a classic facial peel to soothe your pores, the expert therapists here customise each service to ensure your individual needs are met.

We also specialise waxing, manicure, Pedicures, Brows and lash treatments.

This fresh, clean and cosy venue oozes class and its modern, city vibe makes it the ideal spot to unwind as you are treated to a peaceful moment of self-care.

Located on 116H Upper Street, the salon can be reached easily by tube, with Angel Station and Highbury and Islington Station just a short walk away.

For a high-end facial treatment and long-lasting results, book a date and restore your complexion to its glowing be

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.

Transform your hair with a visit to Islington's award-winning Flanx Hair & Beauty.

Winners of The London Hair & Beauty Awards2022 -Customer Experience of the Year London, 2019- Customer Service of the Year London, and 2018- Salon of the Year.

At Flanx you are pampered by an expert team of stylists, who take the time to listen to your needs and deliver results that capture your individuality. Priding themselves on their attention and care, they go above and beyond to create the ultimate salon experience, allowing you to indulge and unwind in the hands of a true style expert.

Situated just a few steps from Essex Road Overground Station, expect a full consultation and a soft drink, or tea, or coffee with a bitesize snack on the side to help you relax into the whole experience.

Head to Duck & Dry in Islington, London for a select range of hair and nail treatments, including hair styling, manicures and pedicures.

This new London salon is one of the biggest spaces for pre-drinks, pampering, and pictures, with the brand’s signature pastel hues, marble and greenery in the background. It also includes an Instagramble duck pond and ball pit as well.

Other features include a group makeup table, prosecco bar and the largest Duck & File nail bar yet, with a menu full of nail art.

Picture everything you expect from a salon - then think again and make it more about you. Chic, fun and fast manicures, pedicures, and blow dries – Duck & Dry Islington is a world where the traditional rules of hair and beauty do not apply.

The venue is located close to Essex Road train station, as well as a number of other bus stops.

Athena Salon Hair & Nails is a one-stop location in Islington, London, for all of your hair and nail needs. Whether you need a hair refresh with some warming highlights or want to give your nails some extra glam with a shellac manicure, book in for an appointment today and let the friendly staff here take care of you.

Nearest public transport:
The salon is well-connected by bus and Essex Road train station is just a 2-minute walk away. Highbury & Islington tube station is just a 13-minute walk away.

The team:
Maria, the resident hairstylist, and Anastasia, the resident nail technician, are both fully qualified and highly professional.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Bright, friendly, chic, modern.
• Specialises in: Hair colour, haircuts and nails.
• Brands and products used: OPI, CND, Sebastian and Nioxin.
• The extra touches: There is a private women-only area in the salon for bespoke treatments.