There is no feeling like settling down in a London hair salon before you head on holiday. It marks the start of your holiday mood – you’ve made your packing list, or even finished packing altogether, turned your OOO on and now it’s your time to relax. Below, we have personally tried and tested London’s best hair salons that guarantee everything you need for your trip: beautiful bouncy blowouts, incredible colour, and – best of all – time to unwind. From a sleek, marbled icon in Kensington to a haven for creatives in the East Village, these are the best hair salons in London for your pre-holiday appointment.
Nicola Clarke, Fitzrovia
Best hair salon for: subtle colour
Nicola Clarke, Fitzrovia
With an impressive 25 years of experience and a long list of celebrity clients, Nicola Clarke is known as “London’s colour queen”, so it’s safe to assume that your hair will be in good hands with the team at her central London spot. On the day of my appointment, it’s a sweltering 29 degrees, and I’m running a few minutes late, but from the moment I push the glossy salon doors open, my stress turns to serenity. The space is calming and cool – all polished concrete floors, brass counters and leather chairs.
Within moments, I’m wrapped in one of the chicest robes I’ve seen, chilled sparkling water within reach. My treatment is with colour director John, who only needs to glance at my phone’s embarrassingly large album of balayage photos to understand the exact shade I’m after. After John works his magic, stylist Ronnie expertly dries my hair into effortless waves. The salon uses the Hair by Sam McKnight range, and Ronnie recommends the Barely There Texture Mist for my fine locks – not only does it create a lovely beachy look, it smells incredible. Subtle and natural were my only requests when I arrived at Nicola Clarke, and at the end of my appointment, I’m left with the softest sun-kissed shade (as well as a shopping list of Sam McKnight…
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