Express beauty bars in London

Need a fresh new look and fast? We hear you. When boredom sets in there’s only one thing to do; head straight to your nearest beauty bar. In an oh so convenient 30 minutes, your nails, brows, hair and even your make-up can be given a shot of cool girl edge.  We’ve tried and tested our way through some of London’s finest to bring you the definitive edit of where to go and for what…

• 1 Blow Bar

  If it’s a complete image overhaul you’re after then Blo Bar in Chiswick is your go to destination. As famous for their glossy blow outs as they are for fast track makeup updates and express mani and pedis. Here you can book in for the full works – from waxing and threading to smart hair add-ons (hello Olaplex) consider yourself covered, and their friendly staff your personal glam squad. 

  Best for: a total image refresh
• 2 Facebar London

  Facebar London gives you access to highly trained, highly skilled makeup artists who cut their cloth working in the fashion industry. With insider knowledge and a wealth of editorial experience they know how to make the latest catwalk trends work for real people. That’s us by the way. Book in for one of their signature looks or ask for a makeup tutorial and learn how to create a look you’ve always wanted to try. Facebar gets our vote for it’s laid back environment, super friendly vibes and of the moment make-up edit.

  Best for: a fashion forward (but wearable) new makeup look
• 3 Glo Beauty Bar

  Next time you’re in Fulham be sure to check out Glo Beauty Bar. Currently the hottest place in town to get your nails preened, pampered and polished, Glo is all about the stealth manicure/pedicure and promises to give you a new look that really lasts. As well as focusing on nails, the salon offers lash, brow and waxing services. Our verdict? It’s chic, it’s warm and it’s inviting which is why you’ll find us there at least three times a week…

  Best for:  catwalk colours and a finish that lasts
• 4 High Definition Beauty Boutique

  We don't need to tell you that eyebrows are having a serious moment right now. Gone are the days of thin, over plucked brows; today it’s all about the power brow, and celebrity favourite High Definition in Ladbroke Grove are here to keep us all in check. Specialising in high-end eyelash and eyebrow beauty services including threading, tinting and LVL lash lifts, their friendly and impeccably trained therapists claim that once you try their treatments, there's no turning back. Armed with a keen eye and obsession for detail, they're experts in transforming patchy, thinned out brows into face-enhancing showstoppers.

  Best for: dreamy, standout brows your friends will be lusting after
• 5 Blowdry Express

  Pop in for a plait at Blowdry Express and you'll be suprised at how bespoke their braids can get. If you've got your own braidspo sorted just take a picture and they'll whip it up in under 30 minutes. No problem. If you're looking for something more creative (waterfall braid anyone?) you can challenge them to come up with a tailor made braid that perfectly shows off your hair texture and length. Bonus points go to their down-to-earth stylists and elegant yet fuss-free interior.

  Best for: an Instagram worthy braid in under 30 minutes
• 6 Le Fix

  Located on Baker Street, Le Fix is a natural beauty bar and concept store who pride themselves on their toxic-free, natural, vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics and treatments. From 'minicures' and mini facials, to express nail art and brow tinting, their menu offers an extensive range of spoiling treatments that will have you in and out the door in under 30 minutes. Who says you can't have it all just because you're pressed for time?

  Best for: their vegan, cruelty free menu offerings