The London Beauty Tourism Directory

A few weeks ago, ahead of their London launch (which is now a thing people- shop here and nab 10% off your first order!!) Glossier paid a little visit to the UK and along with Emily Ferber (all round babe and senior editor of Into The Gloss)- we began putting together a little guide of London’s very best beauty tourist spots. From the best place to get your brows tended to and the noteworthy beauty halls to pick up those crucial ITG recommendations- it wasn’t until then that I’d thought about grouping all the beauty greats in London into one place.

So, whether you’re looking for a pre ‘out out’ blow dry or the ultimate nail art gel mani, keep on reading for a selection of my favourite beauty tourist hotspots…

To Pamper: Gazelli House

Until I was kindly introduced by Emily, I hadn’t heard of Gazelli House before. Hidden amongst Belgravia and South Kensington (and a stone’s throw from my favourite Italian, Daphne’s) this little sanctuary is the perfect spot for some R&R in central London. With a thorough prescriptive consultation before every treatment (which actually felt like a therapy/heart to heart session), Alexandra gave the most magical treatment- combining everything from physio, stress management and well being- with tips and advice to take home with you too, meaning the treatment doesn’t end there either.

For Tips and Toes: Shoreditch Nails

Tucked behind the bustle of Redchurch street, this spot feels like a bit of a hidden gem in such a bustling part of town. Not only oozing a cool exterior (and interior), the girls are not only incredibly skilled, but ridiculously lovely too. Being dab hands at everything from nail art, gels and perfect pedis (all at a reasonable cost)- Shoreditch Nails has quickly become my one stop shop for all things nail, plus they’re also partial to using the space for everything from birthdays to hen do’s too- noted!

13 Cleve Workshops, Boundary Street, London E2 7JD

Other Mani/Pedi Picks:
London Grace (for bubbles and fancy pedis), Cowshed (particularly Shoreditch House for their Friends TV sitch), Blush + Blow (South West), Dry By (gorgeous interiors but ££)

For A Blow Out: Harvey Nics

Trust me when I say Harvey Nics is more than just Fenty Beauty queues and a mind-blowingly brilliant beauty hall. As well as those things, it also holds home to the beautiful Hershesons Blow Dry Bar. With a menu of 12 different styles (including everything from Chung-style waves to braids to Hollywood style curls- it’s a one stop shop for any pre night out pampering.

Harvey Nichols Beauty Lounge, 109 – 125 Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7RJ

The Department Store: Liberty

Although I’m a huge fan of the beauty experience at Selfridges too (their perfume hall is unrivalled), I couldn’t not mention Liberty when it came to my favourite spots for all-round beauty shopping. With everything from cult beauty favourites, a wonderfully unique fragrance department and an area dedicated to Diptyque candles- it’s a total treasure trove of goodness here, and you’ll be hard pushed to not leave with a little purple bag.

Regent St, Carnaby, London W1B 5AH

And others to note:
Best for UK drug store buys: Boots
Best for hard to get/special picks: Space NK
Best for fragrance and on counter: Selfridges
Best London Pharmacy: John Bell & Croyden
Best for brows: Blink & Benefit
Best single brand Store: Fresh (go for their soy cleanser if you haven’t tried it)!