Even some of the best hair stylists will have you think the best hair salons are exclusive to London. We say, HELL NO! In or out of the Big Smoke, you can achieve hair perfection. From Manchester to Maidstone, Birmingham to Brighton, hairdresser gurus emerge from every corner of our tiny island like genies from a can of hairspray. Want salon-worthy hair without the commute? Check out our comprehensive top picks of hair salons in the UK.
Wherever you are in the UK, the City of London is sure to dazzle you with some of the best hair and salons for events or day-to-day life. Check out our lovingly curated list of top hair salons in London, guaranteed to turn a simple good hair day into a fairy-tale.
Hairdressers in Central London
Joseph Koniak | Eleven – Mayfair/The Ritz
Eleven Mayfair | Eleven
First up is Joseph Koniak, a hair stylist with a star studded past. He splits his time as an Art Director between his two salons, while working as the Design Director for Keune UK. Joseph’s credentials are certainly impressive, with extensive experience creating iconic looks for the global film industry.
Visit their website here: https://josephkoniak.com/
Inanch Emir | INANCH - Fitzrovia
INANCH | Inanch London
Want a hair stylist who’s styled the locks of Rochelle Humes and Michelle Keegan? Inanch Emir’s boutique salon in Fitzrovia caters to celebrities large and small. Not only is their following star-studded, but the salon itself is designed with relaxation in mind. What better way to unwind than sinking into absolute calm with exquisitely personalised aromatherapy?
Visit their website here: https://www.inanch.com/
George Northwood | George Northwood – Fitzrovia
George Northwood | Tatler
George Northwood is the chief hair stylist to the (former) Duchess of Edinburgh, notably creating Megan Markle’s evening bridal hair look in 2018. Northwood spoke about creating Megan’s iconic messy bun look “Often with brides – and this was no different – the daytime bit is a bit more nerve-wracking, and then the evening comes and it’s more about wanting to have fun. That’s what my hair is about: it’s wearable, effortless and can withstand a dancefloor.”
Visit their website here: https://www.georgenorthwood.com/
Hiro Miyoshi | Hiro Miyoshi Hair & Beauty – Mayfair/The Ritz
Hiro Miyoshi | Hiro Miyoshi Hair and Beauty
Hiro Miyoshi is a master in the Japanese method of customer service – Omotenashi. Miyoshi is highly skilled in professional event hair, creating iconic looks for the fashion and wedding industries. By coupling Japanese perfection with ancient beauty traditions, Miyoshi is sure to deliver healthy heavenly hair without fail.
Visit their website here: https://hiromiyoshi.com/
Hairdressers In North London
Joshua Altback | Joshua Altback Hair & Beauty Salon – Hampstead
Joshua Altback Hair and Beauty Salon | Treatwell
Joshua Altback is undoubtedly one of the best hairdressers in London. His salon team has over 50 years collective experience catering to any and every kind of hair imaginable and is expert at giving hair advice based on your lifestyle, skin-tone, and hair type. “I like to incorporate current seasonal trends and accessories, whilst still maintaining that personal touch.” – Joshua Altback.
Visit their website here: https://joshuaaltback.co.uk/
Hairdressers In East London
WHiP – Hackney/Homerton
WHiP, Hackney | WHiP London
East London/vegan/sustainable babes, look no further! A trendy, vintage-furniture packed hair salon which just screams hipster chic. They even double up as a music lounge, perfect if you’re waiting hours for your luxury treatment to finish! Ideal for the eco-conscious, this unique salon uses solely vegan products to achieve your ideal hairdo. Who says your hairstyle has to damage the planet?
Visit their website here: https://www.whiplondon.co.uk/
Glasshouse Salon – London Fields
Glasshouse Salon, Hackney | Glasshouse Salon
Another for the sustainable. Glasshouse Salon is nestled in the heart of London Fields, and seeks to bring natural, organic, and ethical products to the hairdressing scene. If you’re looking for a hair salon in London that’ll promote physical and mental wellbeing, this is the place to be. Your day-to-day stresses are sure to melt away amongst the minimalistic wooden interior of this London Fields salon.
Visit their website here: https://www.glasshousesalon.co.uk/
Hairdressers In West London
Jamie Stevens | Jamie Stevens Hair – Kensington
Jamie Stevens Salon | Luxury Lifestyle Magazine
Jamie is a true visionary, having worked with celebrity icons such as Kylie Minogue, Elle Macpherson, Eva Herzigova and Myleene Klass. Celebrity Hairdresser of the Year, the Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s Hairdresser of the Year and 7 consecutive British hairdresser of the year nominations… It’s not hard to see why Jamie Stevens is one of the UK’s most sought-after hair stylists. Drop in for an appointment to see what all the fuss is about!
Charlotte Mensah | Hair Lounge – Notting Hill
Hair Lounge | Charlotte Mensah
Charlotte Mensah is the go-to hairdresser in London for afro hair, crowned three years running Afro Hairdresser of the Year. Mensah’s outstanding skill has seen her work with the likes of Erykah Badu, and her long-standing contribution to the black hairdressing community has her cemented as a true spokeswoman on matters of black hair maintenance, styling and yes, politics.
Visit their website here: https://www.charlottemensah.com
Hairdressers In South London
Seanhanna – Putney/Sutton/Wimbledon
Seanhanna Sutton | Seanhanna
One of the leading UK hair salon groups, Seanhanna is convenient as well as professional. This salon group has won awards from Salon Group of the Year to London Hairdresser of the Year. Their haircuts are bold and creative; they are renowned for partnering with big hair brands including L’Oreal, Kerastase and Redken. The salon team regularly undergo training to keep them at the forefront of the latest trends and techniques.
Visit this website here: https://seanhanna.co.uk/
Linnaean – Vauxhall/Clapham
Linnaean Salon | Linnaean
This stunning South London salon boasts a remarkable team of hairdressers, able to transform your locks from dull to dazzling in a few squirts of hair spray. Doubling up as an award winning medi-spa, Linnaean offers an unmatched 5-star pampering service to make your salon trip that extra bit special.
Visit their website here: https://linnaean.co.uk/
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