Odd behaviour from the waxer, inappropriate touching when I had a bikini wax done. Unfortunately it…read morewas my first wax so i was unaware that it was irregular. Since then i have been to other places, although it took a while since the first was such an unpleasant experience. Additional to this the staff seemed unaware that their voices carried in the halls leaving rude comments in the air. Wax was decently fast, but as i say highly unprofessional behaviour from the staff. May be due to the location? But still unwanted, unconsentual touching!

The only place I would go for my waxing, the rooms are so relaxing, the wax itself as pain free as…read morecan be and I therapists are the best I've ever had. The wax they use smells great and the rooms are decorated at match the smell, I was in the chocolate room and had chocolate wax used on me. Luxury isn't a word usually associated with waxing but they have managed it.

Hello new favorite. They let me watch "Friends" on a flat screen in the room while getting my…read morebusiness done. Seriously, it's cheaper than most places I've been in the area. The girls are incredibly lovely - happiest people I've encountered in London to date. They put you in these gorgeous rooms at womb-like temperatures and everything smells good and feels great. A pretty setting for you to get pretty.

Not sure why others claim the waxing at Strip is 'painless'. It is true that strip wax is…read moremarginally less painful than normal waxing but, let's face it, waxing is- and will never be- pain free. That said, if I must put myself through torture there is no better place to do so (although Ministry of Waxing on South Molton St is comparable). The rooms are all individually decorated and the place has nice, thoughtful touches like sanitary products in the loo and baby wipes in the rooms. I've been using Strip since it opened over three years ago and I've almost never had the same therapist (admittedly, I've never asked for the same girl as I'm not good with names!) The skills and attention to 'wax detail' varies a lot so if you find a therapist who does a good job, I'd ask for her by name the next time you book and appointment. It's not very cheap. I'm on a second set of a courses (from memory, buy six, pay for five) but once the course I'm on is done I won't be getting another one. The thing I liked (note past tense) was that one could use the course at any of the branches. Since Strip has expanded into the City and West End, however, they've stopped allowing courses to be used across branches which makes it much less convenient for me as I liked to have the choice of going to a branch near home or near work. I believe this is because the branches are franchised out. But, honestly, should that be the customer's problem??

I'm off on holiday as of......NOW…read more But before I skedaddled in search of sun, surf and sand...I needed to get some things in order. High in the rankings was "WHOA, get a spray tan." I'm secretly really obsessed with spray tans, I blame my pale lineage and desire to be a person that absorbs sun, instead of being blistered by it. Pale people want to look tan, too. And for us, there are spray tans. And if you find yourself in East London, the spray tan of your dreams lives at Tao Hair & Beauty. A tastefully low key salon just off Great Eastern Street, Tao Hair & Beauty doesn't look like much from the outside. However, as you enter you'll find a very nice shop with friendly staff and great treatments, hardwood floors, super clean surfaces and a variety of options to make you prettier. My kind of place. I can do without the pomp and circumstance that some Shoreditch spas seem to revel in, so Tao is right up my alley and also close to home. Demet was my spray tanner and she was both professional and friendly. This salon uses St. Tropez system which is a good one that looks pretty natural (not orange). The spray tanning area is set up in one of the rooms downstairs and is clean and private. Never spray tanned before? Here are my top tips: Step-by-step guide to airbrush tanning: 1. Make an appointment. 2. Day of or night before: EXFOLIATE. 3. Show up with NO makeup, lotions, deodorant, etc. 4. Go to Tao. 5. Go into room. 6. Strip to your knickers (ok, its a bit personal, get over it). 7. Demet (or other tech) applies airbrush tan, in your selected shade. 8. Dry a bit. 9. Dry a bit more. 10. No exercising or ahem...other sweaty activities for 6-8 hours. Plan accordingly. 11. Shower at least 8 hours later. Bronzer washes off. 12. Beautiful (fake) tan that lasts for a week+ and all of your friends will wonder when you have the time to sunbathe. 13. Remember to moisturize to keep your tan long and strong. 14. Repeat. At 24.99, it's a bargain. I will now look sun-kissed for a week instead of fried to a crisp. Also, no wrinkles! Hasta luego, I'm off to Mexico!

From the owner: Hairdressing Barbering…read moreWaxing Threading Facials Massages Manicures & Pedicures IPL Laser Hair Removal Electrolysis Spray Tan

There's a distinct lack of customer service. I have been three times. First time I waited 25…read moreminutes for my ore booked bed. Second time I decided to go during the day, considering there was only myself and another customer I was surprised at how dirty the place was- booth floors sticky, used sachets on the floor and worst of all hair on the booth walls! Third time I went I was greeted by a cloud of smoke around the salon that I had to walk through to get to the entrance, only to have to wait 5 minutes for the staff standing in the doorway to finish their roll ups. Each time I have asked for 10 minutes and have been given 4. Despite having always had 10 minutes in other tanning shops and explained this to the staff. If you do decide to go... Make sure you do not ave a booth downstairs as the rooms are so small that I had to push myself against the wall to open the booth door! Bronze and go in holloway is a much better bet! Cheaper, better equipment and lovely smiles and banta from all of ther staff

From the owner: "The Tanning Shop is the UK’s leading provider of professional UV and Spray tanning solutions since…read more1990. While The Tanning Shop has developed and grown over the years, our core philosophy has remained the same; to provide responsible tanning solutions in a professional and friendly environment. That’s The Tanning Shop difference. Clients choose The Tanning Shop not only because it is the UK’s largest tanning chain with over 100 stores nationwide, but for the accessibility of stores open 7 days a week, ease of our registration process, cleanliness of our stores and our staff who are fully trained to assist with every aspect of the tanning process!'

Absolutely flawless tan , professional service and all in the comfort of my own home ... amazing…read moreservice thank you x x

From the owner: Our business specialises in mobile spray tanning and using professional sienna x products. We…read moreendure every client is made to feel special, comfortable and pampered. Let us come to you and give you the bronzed look in your own surroundings.

Remi rocks! I've been visiting Remi -- for waxing, eyebrow and lash dying, and professional fashion…read moreand coloring advice -- for more than two years now. She provides excellent service -- in her studio or coming to my Bermondsey home if needed -- and a lovely banter that makes each visit efficient and lovely. I leave feeling just a bit prettier and more confident, as she always helps with an added touch. Remi understands how to help working moms with easy beauty care -- and shouldn't we be supporting fellow local moms like Remi anyway?

I had a full set of lashes applied. The treatment lasted 1.5-2hrs and the difference is instantly…read morenoticeable, yet the lashes look 100% natural. Remi was quick and knowledgeable about which lashes are best for each individual. Very professional and a wonderfully relaxing experience. I now go for regular top ups, to maintain my lashes.

Easy to ride get to Close to public Transportation close to london underground…read more Great products

Finally I have a Space NK near me! This shop is a temple of beauty and taste. They carry the most…read moreamazing lines of cosmetics, and ones that are hard to find like By Therry, one of the best in makeup. If you have a chance to go I recommend you try the brush concealer from this brand, it's amazing, it lights your face with triple wattage power! The service is as in the other stores, impeccable, and the decoration fab. For Christmas try and go for the candles they make great gifts and don't break the piggyback. Try the Dyptique line or even the Space NK, which is a little cheaper but still smells like heaven.