Dr Boo is a stylish beauty emporium that brings you quality products without the pretentious jargon…read morethat often surrounds beauty care. Not quite old fashioned neither is it a modern shop, just simple, classy and special. Dr Boo stocks nicer but less well known make-up and cosmetics ranges, facial and body care products. The staff are hugely helpful but not so in an overpowering and pushy way. For much needed self indulgent TLC, you are sure to find everything you are looking for in Dr Boo.

Dr Boo is prettiness all over. I'd admired its candy cute shop front many times on my travels up…read moreand down North Cross Road but, not being one for expensive posh toiletries, had never felt the urge to go inside. Then a few Sundays ago, coasting on a post-brunch haze of Blue Mountain coffee some friends and I stumbled in there to have a little peek at their wares and a most pleasant time was had by all. Everything's laid out on tables and shelves that could sit nicely in your living room, so I quickly felt at home - a subtle trick that had me (a fairly ungirly-girl with absolutely no intention of buying anything) sighing over pretty pink packaging and even complaining to my mates that, as none of us are pregnant, none of us could have the superdupercute pregnancy gift set of lovely creams and lotions and whatnot. Yep, time to leave!

I used to go to Bhartis for the head and body massage. A few…read moreyears ago I made the mistake of booking myself in to get my hair dyed. The colour I has asked for was a level 4 brown, which isnt too hard as I'm naturally a level 3 brown. Anyhow after the colour was washed out of my hair and my hair dried, imagine my horror when I saw that my roots were orange and my hair was dark brown. The woman who did this then tried to dye my roots to match the rest of my hair ( a horrid dark brown), but it didn't do anything. I was so upset and what made it worse was the fact that I got charged the full amount. When I washed my hair after 2 days, my hair was coming out in clumps. I was in tears. I went to the Ginger group of hair salons and not only did they save my colour , they gave me to Alterna hair products to help limit the damage to my hair and stop more from falling out. I will never forgive Bhartis hair salon for what they did.

A nice shop that has parking available outside, although it may be difficult as it is limited…read more There is a large range of beauty treatments available from manicure, pedicures, waxing, facials, spray tan and haircuts. Although it is not as nice as the pinks beauty shop opposite the road Bhartis does offer good value for money and are especially good at threading and axing. I would recommend susan who works there as being the best. The shop is always busy so it would be wise to book an appointment in advance especially if you plan to visit on the weekend. Overall I would give it a 7/10.

I heard about this clinic from a friend. I have been looking for a laser treatment clinic for a…read morewhile and I was very pleased when I came across this place. The staff are friendly and professional. The clinic was very clean and I was given a very good deal for my chosen treatment. I will keep up with my treatment to get best result and have recommended it to my friends.

I visited VWSkincare to try the new 'Body & Mind Rewind' session, which includes a full body…read moremassage and a facial. Tracey put me right at ease straight away, and made the full body massage and age smart facial treatment feel like it lasted a lot longer than 1hour 45 minutes!. As part of the massage, a hot stone was put on my back, while I had a foot and leg massage. Tracey then moved to my upper back, which I totally needed (with my stress levels!). Tracey really got to the stress knots in my muscles and this was my favourite part of the session. The Age Smart facial was also fab. I had a good consultation before and afterwards, where the therapist talked through my cleansing routine, noted concerns (I got to take home a copy of this) and also gave me advice and Dermalogica product samples to take home. I had my face steamed, cleaned, exfoliated, toned and moisturised, and afterwards my complexion genuinely looked miles better than it has in ages. I really was de-stressed when I left and went home considering when I book in again! Would highly recommend, especially if you are feeling stressed!

THE BEST BEAUTICIAN IN EAST LONDON I RECKON! If you're…read morelooking for professional skin care and relaxation treatments of the highest order, you really should visit South Woodford's Virginia Williams Skincare Studio (in Grove Hill). At this beauty salon, tucked away on a quiet side street, you will be guaranteed a warm welcome and treatments so good I have found have no equal in East London. I suffer from terrible upper back and neck tension, and I discovered alternating the Virginia Williams 1/2 hour massage with the deep tissue massage on a monthly basis reduced pain, helped me relax and gave me instant results. In addition, she was full of excellent tips for helping to reduce general stress and promote well being. I have also had the mini-facial, which was also incredible: Refreshing, cleansing and relaxing. Virginia Williams did a skin analysis of my face before recommending a course of Dermalogica treatments. I have become a devotee of this regime, and my skin has come on leaps and bounds!

Nice and friendly welcome, and a great place to relax while receiving and good…read more Massage, I would recommend a visit.

Pro: Appointment availability is great. Staff is friendly. Reasonably priced…read more Con: Dirty - The waiting area chairs, the walls, the cubby where you put your clothes, the overflowing trash cans - everything looks dirty. Also, the hard sell for packages is out of control. I'm so sick of being asked every single time by both the waxer and the desk receptionist. And when I politely say I'm not interested, it doesn't seem to matter. MOW has to stop with the package pushing. I've been to MOW about 5 times, but I'm taking my business elsewhere from now on because it's incredibly annoying and disrespectful.

Best service! A little pricey, but you get what you pay for. A qualified team carry out all levels…read moreof waxing for both men and women.

I would highly recommend Kitty and Grace. A really friendly and polite service. Always happy to…read morerecommend different types of nail art with nothing being too much trouble.

The lashes are amazing and they last for ages! You can tell that the therapist genuine cares about…read moreevery treatment she does and makes sure it's of the highest standard. I would highly recommend this place.

The staff were very friendly. I felt that place looked in need of a face lift, the paint work was…read moreshabby. I went here for Shellac nails. The young lady did a less than average job, although I gave an extra star as she is very gentle. I would think twice about returning.