Choose from 12 venues offering patch test for face in SW1

Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at Absolute Beauty Therapy, London, based in Warwick Pharmacy, 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 Absolute Beauty Therapy.

Nearest public transport:

Victoria & Pimlico stations are both within a 10-minute walking radius of the venue.

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, Portuguese and French are spoken fluently in the venue.

Situated in the heart of Westminster, Rio Brazilian Wax is guaranteed to be your go-to salon for waxing and massages.

Whether you are seeking that fresh just-waxed feeling or a tension-melting massage, the highly-skilled Amanda at Rio Brazilian Wax has you covered.

Nearest public transport:
Victoria Station is just a 15-minute walk away and St James' Park underground station is a 10-minute walk away.

The team:
Amanda is a qualified beauty and massage therapist and has 15 years of experience in waxing.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, welcoming and private.
• Specialises in: Hot waxing.

Tara's Beauty is situated at 320A Vauxhall Bridge Road, across the road from the Victoria Apollo Theater Wicked – 2 minute walk from Victoria Station, Tara’s Beauty offers various treatments eg: massages, facials, waxing, threading, eyelash extension, Dermapen micro needling, Cryoliposculpt,permanent hair removal Laser treatments and skin rejuvenation, seven days a week! They embrace up-to-date technologies, techniques and products to provide a quality beauty service.

Providing a relaxing and comfortable experience, they leave you feeling beautiful and rejuvenated from head-to-toe. Friendly staff make sure they understand what you want and do everything they can to meet your expectations. An impressive product range includes CACI, Dermalogica, Cryoliposculpt, Laser, Electrolysis, DermaPen Microneedling, Semi permanent make-up, and Microblading.

Escape the fast pace of the city or prepare your skin for an illustrious event at Brigita Vather, located on Buckingham Gate, a stone's throw from the palace. This boutique beauty room offers everything from great facials and relaxing body massages to eyelash and eyebrow tinting as well as waxing treatments.

Great for lasting manicures and super-speedy beauty, the expert team of beauticians offer a calmness and professionalism to ensure you leave looking and feeling fantastic. They are located within renowned salon The Hair Shop, close to St James’s, Victoria and Westminster underground stations. The intimate treatment room offers a private and tranquil setting to rejuvenate and repair your mind and body.

Book a date Brigita Vather and treat yourself to the pampering you deserve.

Head on over to MIAS Beauty, within Nisa Thai Spa, London, your one-stop shop for all beauty essentials. Take the rough with the smooth and say goodbye to those pesky hairs; with unbeatable bikinis and hella good Hollywoods, this waxing wonder woman provides fuss-free de-fuzz sessions, that'll have you bare-legged and beach-ready in no time at all. Or check out the treasure trove of extras and book in now for flawless finishes and beauty so good, that you'll be back in a heartbeat.

Nearest public transport:

Both Victoria and St. James's Park stations are within a 10-minute walking radius of the venue.

The team:

With a delicate touch and an eye for symmetry, this glamour guru, Iryna, brings out your natural beauty.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, charming and friendly.
• Specialises in: Creating beauty, building relationships, and empowering individuals to embrace their unique identity.
• The extra touches: English, Russian and Ukrainian are all spoken fluently at the salon. Bank transfers is an available payment method at the salon.

For top-grade self-care services, head over to SK Hair & Beauty in Belgravia, London.

This salon offers unisex hairdressing and nail services in a dazzling boutique environment. Choose from treats such as a full head of highlights, or a gel manicure, performed by professionals with 20 years of experience, and using recognised brands such as Kevin Murphy, OPI, and Wella.

Located a 10-minute walk from Victoria station and 8-minutes away from Sloane Square tube stop, and with plenty of bus stops and paid parking nearby, this venue is easy to reach.

Book in for a full pamper session at SK Hair & Beauty in their Belgravia branch today.

Give your body a treat at SB LUXE Aesthetic, a contemporary clinic located in the district of Belgravia in London, just a few minutes from Knightsbridge station. Facial fillersand PRP are just a few of the treatments on offer at this top clinic.

Nearest public transport:

Located only some minutes away from Knightsbridge station. SB LUXE Aesthetic is easily accessible by tube and bus.

The team:

Sadal is an experienced Physician associate in General Practice and Acute General Medicine.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Clean, quiet, vibrant, private, warm.
• Specialises in: Facial fillers, PRP.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Located mere moments from Victoria station, Belle Cour Beauty Salon offers premium treatments in a tranquil and sophisticated environment. Blending a warm and soothing decor with opulent luxury furnishings, they create a lavish haven to cater to all your needs.

Synonymous for superior quality, they strive to create an unparalleled experience for every client. Their team are highly skilled and go above and beyond to deliver exceptional results and impeccable care. Passionate about their work, they thrive off keeping up to date with the latest fashion trends, ensuring you always stay one dynamic step ahead of the rest. Using premium brands such as OPI, Lycon and Decléor, Belle Cour Beauty guarantee a fabulous finish that leaves you completely satisfied.

For all your permanent hair removal solutions, it has to be Belgravia LHR Room who specialise in laser hair removal to help you say goodbye to unwanted hairs forever.

This clean, cosy, and private treatment room is located inside SK Hair & Beauty salon, just a 10-minute walk from Sloane Square station or a 7-minute walk from Victoria station.

Laser hair removal specialist in her field, Austeja, has over 7 years of experience in the industry and is confident about delivering a service to your expectations with the use of Lumenis LightSheer Desire Diode laser technology.

Book in today and start your journey towards a smoother you.

Off Lambeth Bridge and heading towards Westminster you find Trends Urban Salon. They offer a comprehensive range of cutting, colouring, straightening and perming services for women and men. Ego-free staff consult closely with you from beginning to end - so you always enjoy walking back into the world at least as much as the time you've spent there.

With a price structure to suit all budgets, knowledgeable staff can provide everything from a simple trim to a complete new look.

MoniqueH Beauty is a beauty salon based in the heart of Chelsea, ideally situated behind Sloane Square station. The team here are highly experienced, offering a wide range of high quality beauty treatments from deep tissue massage to eyelash tinting, Reiki to body exfoliation, all of which are expertly administered.

The venue specialises in skin care, and staff are passionate about working with high tech products and researching the best homemade organic ingredients to ensure you get the best out of your skin.

Unless pre-paid on Treatwell, this venue only accepts cash.

Stage Door Hair & Beauty Salon is perfectly located in the heart of Westminster, just a short walk from both the Tate and Westminster Abbey. Highly modern in design, the bright and spacious minimalist interior reflects a commitment to innovation and creativity that has kept this salon at the forefront of cutting edge hairdressing.

Believing that your hair is your most important fashion accessory, Stage Door Hair & Beauty Salon has gained a reputation for exceptional hairdressing and outstanding customer care. Their team of experts endeavour to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in hairdressing, without ever forgetting the importance of classic and timeless styles. With industry leading brands such as Redken on hand, you can be sure every effort will be made to ensure you leave the salon looking great and feeling fantastic.