Made a same-day appointment for gel nail, as mine was breaking away after 2 weeks on the road. It…read moreisn't so easy to find a good nail artist when you are traveling, but I lucked out in London with The Painted Lady thanks to the Yelp reviews! Unfortunately I never got the name of the nail artist, but she was professional, friendly, and gave me good tips about how to care for my thin nails. It cost a little more than I expected (soak off and French gel nail = 50), but I am happy with the service, quality of the work. I would definitely recommend this salon.

The Painted Lady is a Friendly little salon with plenty of vintage appeal. The shop itself has…read morequite a 'shabby chic' interior, but everything is comfortable and in great nick (including the backwash sinks which I usually loathe!) and the quirky decor makes for a far more interesting hairdressing experience than some. Staff are very pleasant and down-to-earth and do a particularly great job if you want a bit of styling or a special 'do' for a big night out. Laid-back is the watchword here, and nothing felt rushed or pressured. The prices are not bad for a London salon. I was really chuffed with my highlights, which I had purchased as part of a special deal, but I will definitely be going back for more!

I wandered in to kill time the other day because my train wasn't for a few hours and it was…read moreraining. The facade kind of beckoned me in, probably because my friend had begged me not to let her go in there when we were planning to meet for coffee nearby. She can't leave there without a bag of stuff, apparently. I laughed. I was laughing less at her having experienced the place. Agne asked me if I needed help, and I wondered if she could show me how to do a cat eye. She said that appointments had to be booked, and I think they were actually closing anyway. I said it didn't matter and admitted that I was only passing time anyway. For some reason, she decided to make an exception and do a quick job on my eyes. It may have been my bedraggled and exhausted countenance, but I'm not complaining! Not only did she do my eyes, she did my whole face. I can't believe how quickly she transformed me, and she taught me some new tricks - like blending liner upwards to create a smoky eye. I kept staring at my reflection wondering how she'd created the impression of sleep and the reversal of a few years. I wanted to bring her home with me! There was no pushiness. I was asked if I'd like to purchase anything and chose the miraculous concealer. I kind of want everything she used, but will try to hold out and get them bit by bit. I am probably going to have to ask people to keep me out of there now too. Amazing what seeing yourself look not crap can do. Take all my money, Agne and Bobbi Brown!

Come here for a free and fabulous make-up lesson!…read more I booked the day before online and opted for the 45 minute 'party' makeup lesson. To be honest I was having quite a busy week and was sitting on the fence as to whether or not to cancel. But at the last minute I decided to treat myself-and I definitely didn't regret it! When I arrived Mario my make-up artist ushered me over to the make-up bench where I was offered some water and we discussed the look I wanted. He was really informative, talking me through each of the products that he used. What's more, he wrote all of the products and colours down on a sheet for me to take home. He actually spent an hour in total doing my makeup, and it looked absolutely amazing! Smokey eyes, flawless skin and subtle nudey lips, which were perfect for my Friday night out. The customer service was fantastic. He was friendly and obviously very talented at what he does. What's more, I was under no obligation to buy any of the products. I recommend this to anyone who is into their makeup and fancies trying out a new look!

Priding themselves for being "London's Make-up Mecca", Screenface is one of the biggest suppliers…read morefor professional make-up artists and consumers alike. This shop is covered from top to bottom with specialist make-up with every available width of mascara, every imaginable shade, every style of brush as well as the most hi-tech special effect make-up available. Screenface often collaborates with giant film and television names as their core make-up suppliers. If you are looking for a drastic make-up do, this is the place to get your materials. Or perhaps, since it is quite a pricey shop, pop in and get your inspiration than find a cheaper alternative. My personal favourites are the crazy range of available fake lashes they sell. Amazing.

Screen Face sells loads of make-up which will probably give a person spots. I was not particularly…read moreimpressed with this shop, although I am sure they make good make-up for theatre and screen. Old enough, they also sell Lord and Berry brand make-up which I was told by my first vocal coach Roberta, makes a lipliner that lasts and lasts and lasts. I haven't seen this brand anywhere else in the UK before. It sticks out in my mind.

I phoned here on a bank holiday Monday on the off-chance they were open and could fit me in. They…read morehave me an appointment and I ended up getting there early. They were so friendly from the start. Plus I got the best haircut (a total restyle) for a super reasonable price! I highly recommend this salon and shall be going back! Thanks guys!

Great little spot in Chapel Market. I walked by looking for somewhere to get my eyebrows done and…read morewas seen immediately. Was very quick and affordable! Definitely would recommend.

To whom it concerns,…read more I've been meaning to write this feedback for awhile. Firstly I want to explain why I cancelled my bridal services for the 19th May. My trial should not of been booked in the time frame it was therefore not allowing me the option if not satisfied to cancel my services and receive a refund, I feel this was very unprofessional of yourselves and potentially done on purpose. The whole point of a trial is to try a few different hair and makeup styles to determine which I like best, not just one option and that's it! No wonder I asked for another trial to be done only to be met with an response of we may not have time. Seeing as I'd paid you upfront before these services had even been done I feel it is so rude to have responded to me the way you had. I decided to cancel my services as my artist Ashley expressed her tiredness at the time of my trial and she'd basically had a long day and clearly wanted to go home. This made me feel extremely uncomfortable about asking for her to try something else style and makeup wise. It's bad enough I didn't enjoy my experience let alone to be then told I'm not entitled to my money back for a service I wasn't even having. Had you booked my trial before the time frame of being able to receive a refund I wouldn't of been in this situation but clearly this was your intention. On the wedding day the artist arrived and bless her was totally inexperienced to do 4 bridesmaids hair. She expressed a few times she hated doing braids which you knew the bridesmaids were all having from the emails and photos sent in. She also told us she'd be practicing alone just before as wasn't confident and was shaking under the pressure! Not something you want to hear or see from your stylist at the time and on a wedding day and totally unfair on the artist. It safe to say I won't be using your services again or recommending you to anyone going forward, I received an unprofessional service all around and very disappointed I only hope no other bride has to experience this. Mrs Crocker formally Miss E Moody

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