16 best hairdressers in London to visit in 2025
It's can be all too easy to revisit the same hairdressers every time your roots grow out or you're in need of trim (some of GLAMOUR team have been going to the same place for over 10 years), but when there are as many hairdressers as there are in London, it's hard not to be curious. So we took up the challenge and visited the capital's top-rated stylists and colourists, snipping and highlighting our hair on your behalf, to curate this tried and tested guide to the best hairdressers in London.
Not only is a trip to the salon the solution to hair annoyances – from emergent greys to grown-out bleach blonde to seriously split ends – but it's also a source of self care and a moment of ‘me time’. From the moment we set foot in any heavenly-scented salon, we welcome the rare opportunity to relax, unwind and decompress thanks to an indulgent head massage at the backwash or enjoying a much-needed catch up with our hairdresser.
If you're in need of new hairstyle but have no idea where to go, or wanting to brave the chop for a shorter hairstyle or maybe try out the Louis Vuitton brunette trend, here's our round up of the very best hairdressers in London for a cut, colour, or even just a pre party blow dry by the A-listers' favourite experts.
Many of these salons go above and beyond the chop, with in-house health cafes serving up fresh juices and wholesome snacks to nibble on during your appointment, and some even offer an extensive array of full-service treatments including manicures and waxing, in case you wanted to make it your one-stop post-lockdown shop for all your beauty needs.
Ahead, GLAMOUR's edit of the best hairdressers in London.
Larry King
Address: 34-36 Harrington Road, London, SW7 3ND
It's not often you can have a session stylist cut your hair, but when not on shoots for uber-clients such as Pixie Lott and Neelam Gill, you can book in with Larry at his cool salon hang-out. The rest of his team are some of the best in the game too (Harriet Muldoon is London's queen of blonde), and various members of the Glamour team have been loyal Larry King clients for a number of years. We can assure you, you're in the very best hands. Don't miss the brand's swanky new salon on Marylebone Lane.
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Alex Barron-HoughStil Salon
Address: 99-103 Fulham Road, London SW3 6RW
Renowned colourist and founder of Stil salon, Christel Barron-Hough, is a blonde pro. She clocked immediately that I needed a colour that could incorporate regrowth, as my hectic schedule does not allow for frequent salon visits.
We settled on icy blonde highlights to blend with my almost white roots and then a darker blonde lowlights around the hairline to make the most of the natural blonde I have left. I loved the result. It felt bright, flattering and contemporary and after receiving a lot of hair compliments, a return trip was a given.
I am now a loyal follower and would describe her as the Queen of Scandi blonde, but that’s not to say she doesn’t do a great job for brunettes, as you‘ll also see many in the salon. She's also adept at creating beautiful pastel tones or colour transformations, as are her team of highly skilled colourists and stylists.
Brooks & Brooks
Address: Brooks & Brooks, 28 Great Queen Street, London, WC2B 5BB.
"I've been very lucky to have my hair cut in lots of London salons – all of them wonderful – but I've never been happier with a restyle than I was when I stepped out of Brooks & Brooks earlier this year. I hadn't had my hair trimmed in almost a year (shameful, I know), so the team had their work cut out.
Marlon Hawkins, the salon's Artistic Director, decided to refresh my balayage, add bangs and give my lengths a choppier finish; the entire process was a total dream. My hair looked healthier than it had in years – and since visiting, the cut and colour have been easy to style myself.
The salon itself reflects both the rich history of the location and the innovative spirit of the artistic team. It's home to various artistic hair stylists from different backgrounds who have combined experience which spans decade. I will, most definitely, be back.
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Edward James London
Address: various across south London.
There’s a reason Edward James has such a loyal following. Edward doesn’t just match shades to your skin tone—he tailors them to your personality, creating colours that feel natural and completely your own. But the expertise goes beyond the salon chair; his goal is for you to maintain beautiful, healthy hair at home. He takes the time to ensure your cut and colour work with your lifestyle, offering personalised advice on products and styling so you can recreate that polished look every day. The 4 salons have a boutique hotel feel, with Aveda products, Edward’s own scented candles, and a head massage with peppermint oil to start every appointment.
His approach is both meticulous and effortless, blending technical expertise with an intuitive eye honed over the early years of his career styling models at London Fashion Week. Whether you’re after a subtle refresh or a complete transformation, you’ll leave his chair feeling like the best version of yourself.
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Josh Wood Atelier
Address: 6 Lansdowne Mews, London W11 3AN.
Home to the colour king, Josh Wood, and his band of super stylists, this is the hair destination for the colour aficionados and seriously-in-the-hair-know. With clients including Saoirse Ronan, Laura Bailey and the Beckhams, you'll be in good hands.
A recent refresh has also seen the salon take on the mantle of a creative hub, with some of the world's leading hairdressers and colourists dropping in to see clients between servicing A-listers across the globe.
“It’s like being backstage, where you can have a team of creatives working on one person; colour, styling, nails, make-up and brows are delivered in one seamless session” says Josh. And for those clients who can’t make it into the Atelier? “We can come to you,” says Josh. Think of it as your very own glam squad.
Gennaro Dell'Aquila
Address: 154 Arthur Rd, SW19 8AQ
From the moment I stepped inside Gennaro Dell'Aquila's Wimbledon salon, I felt zen. Upstairs: the main, light-flooded salon space with floor-to-ceiling windows and the comfiest leather chairs. Downstairs was a space dedicated to hair wash and scalp massage, as well as a sun-drenched courtyard garden from which you can escape to between treatments.
GA's philosophy is based around a deeper understanding of natural, curative products, and their 20 signature blends – inclusive of all of their hair dyes – are made using nothing but 100% natural and organic herbs, roots and flowers. The blends are then crafted and mixed around the individual for a truly bespoke service.
I came out with the softest hair: perfectly styled and wonderfully-coloured. My colour has grown-out gradually and naturally. GA Salons also own three other properties: Chelsea, South Kensington and Notting Hill.
Salon Sloane
Address: 186 Pavilion Rd, London SW3 2BF.
Salon Sloane has been one of my favourite hair salons in London for years – and it's almost certainly my most-visited. It's a relatively small salon which is noisy, vibrant and bursting with life – set a stones-throw away from Sloane Square and Peter Jones department store.
If it's a world-class team of hair dressers that you're after, absolutely look no further. The Sloane Square team have been fortunate enough to style everyone from George and Amal Clooney to Lindsay Lohan and the Victoria's Secret Angels.
When I arrived, my hair hadn’t been coloured for a solid 10 months. Luckily, Sophie MacCorquodale – favoured colourist of Scarlett Johansson – was on hand to inject some life back into my hair. I left feeling over the moon with the results. Prices start from £135 for a cut and blow-dry.
Michael Van Clarke
Address: 1 Beaumont St, London W1G 6DF
Innovator and leading hair expert Michael Van Clarke heads up his world-class team of 50 hairdressers and beauticians in his townhouse salon, right in the centre of Marylebone. As soon as you sit in one of the salon's chairs you'll realise why so many clients have remained loyal for more than 25 years. Each member of the team is intent on giving you the best hair you've ever had, which has led to the business winning a record number of 16 British Hairdressing Business Awards including ‘UK Salon of the Year’.
Nicola Clarke at John Frieda
Address: 58-59 Margaret Street, London, W1
Nicola's flattering way with colour has earned her an enviable roster of A-list clients including Kate Winslet, Kate Moss and Cate Blanchett. She's also the queen of blonde hair as GLAMOUR's associate beauty director, Fiona, can attest. Her salon under the John Frieda umbrella boasts a stellar squad, whether you're looking for a fresh cut or a flattering new hue. We'll see you in the queue.
George Northwood
Address: 24 Wells Street, London, W1T 3PH
Not only does George Northwood's salon have a home-away-from-home feel with its welcoming atmosphere and breakout spaces, but George is also the man behind some of the most coveted hairstyles of the past decade (Alexa Chung, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and even Meghan Markle on her wedding day). While George's signature look is undone waves and effortless chic (he's even got his own brand aptly named Undone by George Northwood), his team of pros are able to create every style and colour imaginable, from extensions to balayage to keratin treatments.
Blue Tit London
Address: 7 Crouch Hill, London, N4 4AP
If you're after a sustainable salon, all of Blue Tits stores are BCorp certified and meet some of the highest standards of social and environmental impact. 90% of their electricity is generated by carabon-minimising energy supplier, Haven Power, Eco Head Taps reduce water usage by 65% and by using OWay's refillable aluminium hair products Blue Tit has saved thousands of single-plastic units going to landfill. You can choose from 13 locations across London including salons in Brixton, Peckham, Dalston, Clapton, Brockley, Crouch Hill, East Village, Streatham, Greenwich, Portobello, Leyton, Crystal Palace and Woolwich.
Hershesons
Address: 29-32 Berners Street, London, W1T 3LR
As well as their signature cool-girl cuts and oh-so-natural hair colour, Hershesons flagship salon is the ultimate beauty destination with manicures by Dry By, brow services by Suman Brows, facials from The Light Salon, a health food cafe and a co-working space. Can we move in please?
Charlotte Mensah Hair Lounge
Address: 347 Portobello Rd, London, W10 5SA
Specialising in Afro and textured hair, Charlotte Mensah's Hair Lounge is the go-to destination for everything from a simple cut and colour, to a full head of braids, relaxing treatments and weaves and extensions, all the while enjoying the stylish, Afrocentric salon space.
Inanch London
Address: 220 Great Portland St, Fitzrovia, London W1W 5QP
Thinking of getting hair extensions? Inanch Emir and her team are experts at helping you find the right type of extensions to transform your hair. They use high quality, human-hair Gold Class extensions, and are absolute magicians at making them look so natural that no one will even know it’s not real. Located in the heart of Fitzrovia, the salon is pared-back cool with a chic clientele that guarantees you’re going to walk out looking and feeling like a celeb.
Errol Douglas
Address: 18 Motcomb St, Belgravia, London SW1X 8LB
With the high honour of an MBE from the Queen, Errol Douglas is somewhat of a legend in the hairdressing world. He's tended to quite a few famous clients, including Diana Ross and Lenny Kravitz, and is a specialist in textured hair. Senior Stylist, Leroy Koh, is his right-hand man and works especially well with 'Asian and Oriental hair.'
Samantha Cusick
Address: Notting Hill: 284 Westbourne Park Road, Notting Hill, London, W11 1EH / Fitzrovia: 5 Rathbone Square Fitzrovia, London, W1T 1EB / Liverpool Street: 14-17 Old Broad Street London, EC2N 1DW.
Beautiful balayage and beach waves are the order of the day at Samantha's three salons which feature tropical wallpaper, neon signs and Mermaid Martinis. Inspired by clients, not trends, owner Sam (who, FYI, learnt to balayage via YouTube) and her talented team of colour specialists are passionate about bringing your #hairgoals to life, while making it actually wearable outside of Instagram, too.
