Choose from 10 venues offering patch test for hair near Sidney Square, London

If you're after a speedy wax, defined brows or you're in need of a deep tissue massage to release some tension, Beauty By Elif in London's Shadwell is the ideal spot for you.

Nearest public transport:
Located within The Sugar Suite, Limehouse and Shadwell stations are both within a 10-minute walk from the venue.

The team:
Elif has 12 years of experience in the beauty industry and is fully qualified, using high-end products in their treatments.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, professional
• Specialises in: Waxing, brows and massages.
• Brands and products used: Lycon Wax.
• The extra touches: The salon is in a beautiful location that has just been refurbished. There is free WiFi at the venue.

Revolite Aesthetics in Shadwell, London is a cosy, home-based beauty salon offering a range of eyelash extensions, including classic, hybrid and volume.

Nearest public transport:
Shadwell DLR and Overground.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Relaxing with music playing and candles, also very clean and sanitised.
• Brands and products used: Lash Base.
• The extra touches: The two employees are two best friends. They will be working together from this location. They are client oriented, attentive with attention to detail.

Allure Hair & Beauty is the perfect destination if you're looking for a quality haircut, manicure, wax, or other beauty treatment right in the heart of Bethnal Green.

Established more than five years ago, this modern pruning parlour is kitted out with glamorous chandeliers, lush plants and cool artwork to give a professional and vibrant feel.

Ladies, gents and children can all expect to leave with excellent results provided by the outstanding, experienced team of hairdressers and beauty therapists.

The abundant menu includes classic haircuts and styling, strip and hot waxing, manicures and pedicures, eyelash tinting and much more.

In conjunction with products from top brands including CND Shellac, St. Tropez and Dermalogica, Allure aims to give you the best experience possible.

Based just a few minutes away from Bethnal Green Station, book into this unisex salon and leave with an alluring new look today.

Take your hair to new heights at unisex salon Rembrants Hairdressers.

Sit back in this chic salon, adorned with gold mirrors and funky pop art murals while the styling superstars deliver your hair goals.

The abundant list of treatments caters to all hair types and styles. Pop in for a fringe trim, get party-ready with a cut and blow dry, or change up your look with a brand new hair colour.

Rembrants' experienced stylists will also help you to fight frizzy hair with a premium Brazilian blow dry and save damaged locks with an intense conditioning treatment.

Just a three-minute walk from Bethnal Green Underground, and with men's and children's cuts on the menu too, it's time to tame your tresses at this superb London salon.

Around the corner from Commercial Road, Beauty Woman Salon offers a wide array of hair and beauty services to suit your needs. Nestled between the Whitechapel and Shadwell areas, this contemporary salon prides themselves on professional services at affordable prices.

Their warm interior is comfortably furnished with all the essentials for a day of pampering. Fusing classic touches and modern design, they create a luxurious retreat that allows you to indulge in all they have to offer. Services include everything from body wraps to facial threading, delivered by a team of stylists and therapists committed to your care. With their comprehensive menu and accommodating staff, a visit to Beauty Woman Salon promises to be a memorable experience.

Please Note: If you have selected to pay at the venue, this is a CASH only venue.

Just two minutes’ walk from Shadwell DLR station, Brigita is a bright and spacious hair and beauty salon. Established in 2005, they have gathered a loyal customer base through their experienced and attentive staff who are fluent in an array of languages, including Russian, Lithuanian, Latvian and Portuguese.

They take the time to listen to what you’re looking for in order to ensure that your treatment is perfectly tailored to your personal style and preferences. Enjoy the pleasant music and friendly atmosphere while you treat yourself to a classic haircut or indulge yourself with a gel manicure. By the time you leave you’ll look and feel fantastic.

Valritz offers a range of nails and waxing treatments with a Brazillian flair. Experienced and passionate technicians are happy to go the extra mile to meet your expectations.

There’s a spectrum of colours available from OPI, Essie and CND and a number of other professional products from Cuccio, China Glaze and Lycon. You get an efficient service in a friendly salon with relaxing music and ready advice.

For hair removal, as well as brow and lash services, visit Beauty by Rumi in Whitechapel, London.

Choose from Hollywood, bikini, or leg waxing, facial waxing and threading, brow shape and tint services, or eyelash extensions applications.

Established in 2009, beauty therapist Rumi is friendly and welcoming, has over 10 years of experience, and uses brands such as Salonsystem and Marvelash to provide professional services.

You can find this women's-only, home-based venue only an 8-minute walk away from Whitechapel overground, with buses and residential parking nearby.

Valentine G Salon is a fashionable hair salon based in Shadwell. The salon offers an array of professional hair treatments to cater to the diverse needs of its clients.

Nearest public transport

Conveniently located, Valentine G Salon a mere 2-minute walk from the Shadwell DLR station. This makes it easily accessible for clients from all over the city.

The team

The salon is owned and run by Valentin who is committed to offering personalised care to all clients.

What we like about the venue

Atmosphere: Chic, professional, welcoming.

Specialises in: Hair.

The extra touches: This is an English, Bulgarian, and Russian-speaking salon.

If you were searching for a salon where you can treat yourself from head to toe, then Iná Star in Whitechapel, London is the answer to all your beauty wishes.

Pair a luxury gel manicure with a cut and blowdry to update your look, or book in for a Brazilian wax and a fresh set of wispy eyelash extensions if you need a pre-holiday glow-up. Rejuvenate your skin with a tailored face peel, and allow your body a moment to unwind by opting for a deep tissue massage performed by expert hands.

The professional all-female team will help you relax and feel welcome by listening to your pampering desires, offering you refreshments throughout your appointment, and ensuring you receive the best treatment using top brands such as Eve Taylor, CND Shellac, or Wella.

Don't be worried about leaving your dog at home while you indulge in a day of pampering – this adult-only venue is pet friendly, and easily accessible by public transport due to being located only minutes away from Aldgate East station, as well as many bus stops and paid parking spots.

Book an appointment at Iná Star today, and you'll walk out glowing.

Please note that this venue is not wheelchair accessible, but prams may be fine entering.