Stuck in a hair rut? Now is the perfect time to stage a major refresh.
Whether you're wanting to scale back the layers or merely welcome some respite from a laborious blow dry routine, a new look can work wonders, making you feel fresh and revitalised just in time for the new season.
London is home to a myriad of experienced professionals who can help you achieve your hair goals at the drop of a hat. Looks like plenty of good hair days are on the horizon...
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How we chose:
- Performance and personal testimony: The salons we've selected are renowned among beauty editors for their world-class stylists and superlative techniques, the majority of which have been personally tested by a member of the Hello! Fashion team.
- Location: All our salon picks are situated in London, perfect if you live in or near the capital.
H! Fashion shares the best London hair salons for a new year refresh:
Taylor Taylor London
Taylor Taylor London has three different branches - Notting Hill, the West End, and Shoreditch and has been awarded Best Hair Salon at the London Lifestyle Awards.
Hello! Fashion's SEO Manager Katy Huke says: "I was instantly put at ease by the warm welcome from their receptionist, who took my coat and bag. I was then introduced to my hair stylist who offered me a menu of drink options to choose from. Even the hair-washing part included a relaxing head massage, which was pure bliss. For the cut itself, my stylist took the time to do a full consultation, walking me through exactly what I wanted. They made me feel completely comfortable, which was important since I decided to go for something new – a wispy fringe inspired by my inner Sabrina Carpenter. Taking the plunge with a fringe can be nerve-wracking, but the stylist was very reassuring - carefully guiding me through what she was doing at each step. Then for the finish, a fabulous bouncy blow dry!"
Larry King
© Larry KingCelebrity hairstylist Larry King opened his eponymous flagship in 2017 with the aim of creating a salon environment that offered "un-intimidating luxury". The vibe may be low-key, but the calibre of his handpicked team is sky high.
Where: 34-36 Harrington Road, South Kensington, SW7 3ND
Hershesons
© HershesonsInternationally acclaimed hairstylist Luke Hersheson pioneered a new kind of beauty space when he opened his flagship in Fitzrovia. Those pressed for time will adore the Hershesons approach. The space offers traditional hair salon services, as well as facials, brows and manicures so you can get your beauty fix in one fell swoop.
Where: 29-32 Berners Street, W1T 3LR
House of Keune by Bloom
© House of KeuneLocated in Holborn, the House of Keune by Bloom is the hair obsessive's treasure trove. The space is huge and extremely aesthetically pleasing, but most importantly it has celebrity hairdresser and Keune ambassador Andrew Barton, who has worked with the likes of Jerry Hall and Eva Longoria, at its helm.
Hello! Fashion's SEO Content Writer Orin Carlin says: "Andrew is one of the industry's greatest (and loveliest) talents. His superlative blow dry skills reflect his extensive industry experience and he totally transformed my weathered hair into gorgeous, silky smooth locks. The attention to detail is second to none."
Where: 100-101, Unit 1 The Post Building, Museum Street, WC1A 1PB
Limoz Logli
© Leo DavutSpecialising in bespoke colour styling, Limoz Logli's elegant West London salon ought to be on your radar if you're looking to try out a new shade. Plus, the salon's glossy marble interior is achingly chic. There's a reason celebs are willing to fork out the big bucks to see him personally.
Hello! Fashion's Digital Editor Natalie Salmon says: "Limoz has become the most trusted colourist in London, and for good reason. He achieves that coveted sun-kissed Gisele blonde colour, which is incredibly hard to master without ruining your precious mane. On top of that his salon in the heart of Chelsea is an oasis of calm, and looks more like a Soho House than a salon... Expect to rub shoulders with trusted beauty journalists, and his A-list clientele."
Where: 1A Ives Street, SW3 2ND
Michael John Guzzon
© Ash JamesHaving cut his teeth under Aldo Coppola in Milan, Michael John's brand came as a result of 25 years of hairstyling experience. His Westbourne Grove salon has a sleek, luxurious feel and is blessed with the most exquisite lighting – ideal for showing off your new locks to the fullest.
"His novel cutting technique makes a blow dry take 30 minutes and last for hours," says Hello! Fashion's Digital Editor Natalie Salmon.
Where: 183 Westbourne Grove, W11 2SB
Percy & Reed
© Percy & ReedPercy & Reed is renowned for its cult-adored haircare range, but its Great Portland Street salon is a beauty editor favourite on account of its fuss-free, unassuming vibe and excellent technique.
"I always come out feeling amazing," says Hello Fashion's Deputy Beauty Editor Emma North. "It's my little bit of escapism in London."
Where: 157c Great Portland Street, W1W 6QS
Charlotte Mensah's Hair Lounge
© The Hair LoungeSpecialising in first class Afro haircare and maintenance, Charlotte Mensah's Hair Lounge, situated on Portobello Road, is in a league of its own. Plus, her eponymous haircare range is guaranteed to deliver.
Where: 347 Portobello Road, W10 5SA
Neil Moodie Studio
© Christopher OakmanAcclaimed session stylist Neil Moodie's Spitalfields salon is intimate, inclusive and cool. A must-visit if you live East. The vibe is unpretentious, and his handpicked team know their craft inside out.
Hello! Fashion's SEO Content Writer Orin Carlin says: "With sustainability at its core, Neil Moodie's namesake studio feels uniform and elegant, and the fact that the space is constructed from mainly either upcycled or recycled materials would totally go unnoticed. I visited the salon for a quick trim and some soft curtain bangs and I was not disappointed."
Where: 16a Lamb Street, Spitalfields, E1 6EA
Mimi et Mina
© Instagram / @mimi_et_minaSituated on a super cute Notting Hill street corner, Mimi et Mina has been catering to those with textured and afro hair since 2015. Dissatisfied with how salons were treating curly hair, its founder Mimi Koné set up on her own the year after she moved to London and has since developed an extremely devoted clientele.
Hello! Fashion's SEO Content Writer Orin Carlin says: "Compact and elegant, the salon is a veritable hidden gem within London's Notting Hill. Mimi is a master of her craft, from her first-rate product recommendations (I have her to thank for introducing me to Briogeo's excellent 'Don't Despair, Repair!' range) to her extensive afro haircare knowledge. My hair felt super sleek after my treatment, and I love how much thought, care and consultation goes into each appointment."
Neville's
© Neville'sSituated on Belgravia's iconic Pont Street, Neville's is the place to go for the ultimate luxurious experience. They pride themselves on being customer-led, not trend-led, and are commited to understanding their clients' needs.
"Honestly, I have never had better highlights anywhere else," says Hello! Fashion's Digital Writer Lauren Ramsay. The staff are so attentive, friendly and they really do take care of your hair. I have ultra blonde highlights, yet my hair doesn't feel damaged or dry afterwards. I also love a bouncy blow dry that's not too voluminous, and Neville's get it exactly how I like it."
Where: 5 Pont St, SW1X 9EJ
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