Choose from 16 venues offering patch test for hair near Hackney Downs, London

Elysium Nail & Beauty, a brand new salon that sits on the trendy Green Lanes in North East London, offers some sought-after nail care, waxing and other essential beauty treatments.

This professional salon offers an extensive range of nail treatments such as classic manicure & pedicures, gel nails, acrylics, along with waxing, facials and much more. Additionally, you can enjoy a relaxing massage to help ease the stresses of city life. It truly is the ideal place for a full-on pampering session.

The venue is situated close to the beautiful and quaint Newington Green, close to cafes, shops and pubs. You'll also find the Canonbury Station is only a 10-minute walk away and there are several bus routes passing by. Elysium Nail & Beauty is the perfect one-stop-shop where you may have everything done under one roof, all completed with some holistic twists.

Please note that Elysium Nail & Beauty is a cash-only venue. If choosing to pay at the venue, please ensure you bring cash along with you on the day.

Centrally located in Newington Green, The Palm Nails & Beauty is a beauty salon, found close to Canonbury station. This modern, sleek venue fosters a warm, welcoming ambience, allowing you to feel at home and completely at ease immediately.

There are a number of treatments available, from electrolysis to eyelash perming, shellac manicures to luxury facial, all of which are expertly administered by professional beauticians, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Open 7 days a week, they are available for your every beauty need, ensuring the most healthy and glamorous results.

Located by Hackney Downs, Wax and Relax is a beauty salon offering professional, efficient, high quality treatments at an affordable price. Easily accessible from Clapton and Rectory Road stations, they provide a comprehensive beauty experience in the heart of east London.

With a contemporary interior and simple but stylish finishes, they create an airy space that is both bright and inviting. Fully equipped for a day of indulgence, they boast a menu to cater for any occasion. With services including waxing, facials, threading and more, Wax and Relax is a one stop shop for all your pamper needs.

For luscious locks and beauty favourites head to Fantasy Hair Salon, a Stoke Newington legend offering the best in haircutting, colouring, manis, pedis and more.

This well-renowned rustic-meets-chic salon has been serving locals for an impressive 35 years. With their exceptional creative abilities and friendly vibes, it's clear to see why they've stood the test of time.

There's plenty to get you in the mood for a good old pamper, whether that be a glamourous hair updo, this season's tint or a holiday-ready bikini wax.

Rectory Road station is only a 10-minute walk away and there are ample buses that stop moments from the salon. The hair salon is wheelchair accessible, but the beauty treatment room is upstairs.

Whatever you fancy, Fantasy Hair Salon is the place to go.

Located in Stoke Newington, Sisa Beauty Clinic offers a wide range of services from nails to facial treatments.

At Sisa, they extend a warm welcome to you and their staff maintain a friendly and discreet professionalism from the moment you step through their doors. They pride themselves in making every customer feel comfortable throughout their visit.

As choosing the right treatment might be critical, they will perform a consultation so their experienced team will listen carefully to your needs and propose only the most suitable course of action. Their beauty therapists are expertly trained and certified by the Healthcare Commission, which means you can trust them to deliver you treatments to the very highest standards.

Home to Hackney's ultimate express wax, Alexandra Gorgeous offers all the unisex essentials alongside a selection of tinting, facials and indulgent body treatments.

All treatments are carried out by owner Sonia, who with more than a decade perfecting painless waxing, offers a professional but friendly service from her warm, secluded treatment room.

Waxing aside, her menu features defining lash and brow tints, tailored facials- targeted body treatments for the back and stomach.

To complement your treatment, there's a free welcome drink and consultation with any selection, not to mention, this hidden gem is just across the street from Hackney Central Station.

A couple of minutes from Dalston Kingsland Station, Misha is a salon offering professional hair, beauty, nails and makeup services. They use Dermalogica skin care products plus more from Aromatherapy Associates, L’Oreal and others. You find a warm welcome and friendly, effective staff here seven days a week.

Boost your confidence and your mood at Healing Hands in Dalston with a massage, facial, waxing treatment or brow and lash tint.

Located on Kingsland Road, therapist Elisa offers an abundance of knowledge and over 12 years of beauty and massage skills.

Unwind from the city chaos with a choice of Swedish, Thai, deep tissue, Indian head or back, neck and shoulder massage for a complete moment of bliss.

Ideally located only a short walk from Dalston Kingsland station, a quick escape at Healing Hands is never far away.

Beauty by Amy is situated in The Factory, Shacklewell Lane, Dalston. On arrival you’ll be greeted with a warm smile, a professional attitude and an eagerness to make you feel like a million dollars. You'll also get that spa-like feel, because who doesn’t deserve to spoil themselves?

Nearest public transport:
Beauty by Amy is a 5-minute walk from Dalston, Kingsland station and also has many other bus routes nearby (236, 243, 149). The salon is wheelchair friendly with paid parking nearby.

The team:
This unisex salon offers a range of treatments, including manicures, facials, hot waxing and haircuts. They use only top quality branded products such as OPI and Dermalogica to carry out their treatments.

If you're looking for a gorgeous salon that offers all services under one roof, including mani-pedis, lash extensions, hair removal, facials and massages, then look no further than Wellness Beauty Clinic in Stoke Newington, London.

Nearest public transport:
Dalston Kingsland tube station, as well as Rectory road overground station, can both be found nearby.

The team:
Serife and Shazie have over 15 years of experience and are fully qualified.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Very classic, nice décor, relaxing, soft music in the background, a lot of windows for natural light.
• Specialises in: All services on offer.
• Brands and products used: L'Oreal Majirel.
• The extra touches: The venue has specially designed tinted windows so clients can watch the outside, whilst no one can see inside.

If you're a lover of lashes, a warm welcome awaits you at Eyelash Bar Hackney. The salon offers a menu packed full of lash essentials from classic to mega Russian volume, so you're guaranteed to leave with knockout lashes.

Public transport:
The salon is a 5-minute walk from Dalston Junction station.

The team:
With 25 years of experience, the team is ready to help you get the best results.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Fun, lively, New, Cosy, lots of pink
• Specialises in: Lashed and brows.
• Brands and products used: Uses own brands.
• The extra touches: The salon is easy to reach by public transport.

Sheer Bliss Hair in Dalston offers a select range of haircare services including haircuts, colouring, highlights, Kerastase conditioning treatments, perms and more. Whether you are ready to find a new salon to visit regularly or need to find just the right stylist for that new hairstyle you've had in mind for ages, Sheer Bliss is the salon for you.
The stylists at this salon are detail-oriented, professional and kind. It is clear from the moment you walk in the door that they are passionate about their work and their many years of experience is reflected in every treatment they provide.
Located across the street from Dalston Junction station and nearby a number of bus stops, this salon couldn't be a more convenient option for the residents of Dalston and the surrounding area. Don't settle for anything less than Sheer Bliss.

Get your next self-care fix at The Beauty Retreat on Balls Pond Road Islington, London.

Whether you're looking to get that silky smooth skin with a Hollywood wax or treat your brows to a tint and shape, there's something on the menu for you.

Beauty services are available for both men and women, and the friendly, professional, and highly-experiences staff make every effort to make you feel relaxed in a welcoming environment.

Treat yourself to a day of pampering at The Beauty Retreat today.

Buzz Hair Therapy is a stylish hair salon located in the heart of London. This venue offers a wide range of hair services to cater to the diverse needs of its clients. With a prime location and a dedicated team, it has quickly become a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike.

Nearest public transport

Canonbury station is a mere 7 minutes walk from the salon, making it conveniently accessible to those using public transportation.

The team

Elisa, the owner of the salon, prides herself on taking care of her clients. Her dedication to customer service is reflected in the high-quality services provided at Buzz Hair Therapy. The salon's team of skilled stylists shares this commitment, ensuring each client leaves feeling pampered and beautiful.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Professional, stylish and inviting.
• Specialises in: Hair colouring, ladies' full head colouring and ladies' highlights
• Brands and products used: L'Oréal and L'Oréal Professionnel.
• The extra: The venue has wheelchair access.

A stone’s throw from Stoke Newington station, Diva Angels is a beauty salon with a menu of facials, nails and hair removal treatments. They’re open seven days a week with a friendly, relaxing atmosphere and professional staff.

You’re guided through each step, with attention to your skin and the results you want to achieve. There’s also ready advice about caring for your skin type. Services are thorough and efficient and some make use of Dermalogica and Gelish products