The 30 Best Self expression in London

“We hired Kes for facepainting at my daughter's 3rd birthday party. She was simply brilliant. The kids were over the moon with it and so were the parents, as for many, it was their first experience of it. Kes is an extremely talented artist and facepainter. I will have no hesitation in recommending her to friends and family. Thank you for being one of the highlights of the party!”

“PopGems is an incredible place where children can truly explore their creativity and talents. The staff are not only dedicated but also passionate about creating a positive, welcoming atmosphere where kids can dance, act, and sing in a fun and supportive environment. It's clear that a lot of hard work goes into making every class enjoyable, and it’s evident how much the kids love being there. I highly recommend PopGems to any parent looking for a place where their child can grow, have fun, and discover their creative potential. It’s been a wonderful experience!”

“As a first-time tattoo experience, I couldn’t have asked for anything better. F was absolutely amazing—professional, patient, and incredibly talented. The result exceeded all my expectations, and I’m utterly pleased with how it turned out. The attention to detail and care throughout the process made it an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend Dolls Tattoo and especially F for anyone considering getting inked!”

“So happy I went to Ushuaia for my first tattoo. Right from the first contact with the lovely Sean and then the brilliantly talented Rhiannon who turned my very personal idea into the most beautiful tattoo. It turned out exactly as I had imagined! The whole experience was an absolute joy!! Wouldn’t go anywhere else even though I live in Amsterdam! Thanks so much guys xx”

“Hey there! I recently got my first tattoo with Label Tattoo, and it was an incredible experience. Marcelo was absolutely fantastic! As it was my first tattoo, he was incredibly helpful and patient throughout the process. He listened attentively to my ideas, brought his professional expertise to bear, and explained all the details that would make the tattoo come to life. Then, he set up an appointment and completed a full arm tattoo in just one day! I’m still in awe of his determination, speed, and incredible skills. I can’t stop admiring my tattoo! Thank you so much, Marcelo, for this amazing experience.”

“Dear Angela - thank you so much for my helix and nape piercing. The placement is perfect and it’s so pretty! And it did NOT hurt!!! The healing process is very stable and I haven’t had a problem since. I’m back in Japan where body piercing is much less common than England but a lot of people (with a surprised face) tells me it looks so pretty. Thanks again and would come for a new one elsewhere when I’m back in London! Ayumi”

“I went for cover my old tattoo. My first visit was very welcoming and was easy to make an appointment. Evita was my artist and she did very great job, she made me feel comfortable and she is very professional. I'm happy with my experience and I planning to come back.”

“Got my first tattoo done by Charlie last week. From my basic idea he created something very individual. I'm completely happy with the work he did!”

“What an amazing experience for my first tattoo. All the staff were lovely, with a massive shout out to the amazing and talented Callum Els. Such a beautiful studio with a relaxed and chilled vibe. Made me feel very comfortable and special. The tattoo itself is a dream that has been living in my head for 15 years and Callum hit the mark and made it a reality. Beyond my expectations, and they were very high after 15 years, so I am delighted with the end result. Thanks Noire Ink, I will be back.”

“The sweetest designs for kids but more importantly the most lovely store owner. Prices are incredibly reasonable. I spotted it while walking down the street and was brought in thinking it was going to be incredibly expensive because of the wait and thought everything was so well priced. The owner and maker Toene makes me want to move to London. I hope she is so proud of what she has made!”

“I’m extremely satisfied with both the product and the customer support. Although part of my order was lost during shipping, the support team responded incredibly quickly and was exceptionally helpful. They immediately arranged for a replacement, which arrived in no time. Truly outstanding service!”

“Had a fantastic experience at Shall Adore and won't go anywhere else now! I've started a back piece with Olga that includes my other tattoos. She's been absolutely amazing in every way, making it work all together and I couldn't be happier. Super detail orientated, lovely and saved my life with a hot tea when my shivers were getting out of hand. All the staff is friendly and fun, such a great atmosphere and clean environment. Can't wait to be back !”

“Best place to get a Tattoo, don't waste time anywhere else. This is the place to come. Professional people well organised, they took time discussing what I wanted. Such kind friendly staff. They made me a coffee gave me lunch. The whole team was very patient with me. Amazing art work I love my Tattoo. Thank you TATTOOMA LONDON.”

“Absolutely love this salon. I haven’t been to the hairdressers in a few years, always struggled with feeling comfortable and being able to explain what I really want from the cut but all the staff at Fruittii are so welcoming and really helped me figure it all out. Mia is my hairstylist and she is amazing! I feel so confident after my cuts and always love having a chin wag with her. I can’t wait to get my hair dyed and go bold with her help! Big thanks to Mia and all the team x”

“Took my younger sibling to get his first piercings (Double lobes) and to get a helix for myself. The friendliest of staff and the shops atmosphere is lovely. Their attention to detail and hygiene was amazing. I never write reviews but on behalf of the both of us, we adored it. Definitely going to be returning ♥”

“A welcoming, friendly but professional service and high hygiene standards. I was made to feel at ease straight away by all the staff. I was given the time to discuss my tattoo, swapped ideas and measurements taken etc. Then within a week later, I was booked in. Cristian the tattoo artist, took the time to show me awesome ideas for my tattoo. These designs were much better than I could of thought of! He made sure it was all the right size and completely happy with all the intricate details, breaking down each bits of my tattoo. During the process he was checking I was okay as well as worked a lot of detail in a timely manner, but no means rushed. The end result is incredible, highly detailed, unique, personal and far better than I imagined! I’ll definitely be returning and having more tattoos by him. Highly recommended!”

“I've been to InkFact three times now to get about 15 tattoos, building up my patchwork sleeve on my arms! I love all of them! It's such a welcoming studio and they are so accommodating to what I want and getting the size & location perfect! Giuseppe and Carlotta are super. It's a really positive and nice atmosphere - will def be going back for more in 2023! One of the best tattoo studios in London for sure :)”

“Modern decor. As soon as I walked in I was greeted and took a seat. Once on the chair Abed asked my name and we had a nice chat. He showed genuine interest and repeated my name several times throughout which was going above and beyond. He made sure to ask if I was happy with how the cut was going. Abed showed true professional and genuine hospitality. Would highly recommend and I will be back in a few weeks.”

“My daughter had her ear lobes pierced today and the staff here made her feel so special. When we arrived Rose explained the process really well in a non-scary way, she was really friendly and so easy to chat to. Amy pierced my daughter’s ears and she was clam, patient and just lovely. We received lots of advice on cleaning the piercings and when we left my daughter was given a bravery certificate and stickers. I would definitely recommend and we will be coming back!”

“Absolutely in love with my new tattoo from Holly at The London Social! From the moment I walked in, Holly made me feel completely comfortable. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, added her own artistic flair, and brought it to life even better than I imagined. The atmosphere at The London Social is so welcoming and relaxed – it felt more like hanging out with a super-talented friend than a typical tattoo appointment. Holly’s attention to detail is unreal, and her linework is so clean and precise. You can really tell she cares deeply about her work and her clients. I left feeling empowered, inspired, and already thinking about my next piece. Highly recommend Holly to anyone looking for meaningful, beautiful work in a chill, professional environment.”

“The beautician approached me with a leaflet and was able to serve me straight away with a full face wax and a bit of threading, on a busy December Saturday afternoon! She was very efficient and quick, would recommend!”

“Fantastic boss man he picked up my packages from the Evri Guy, a good Boss man should be protected at all cost. I tipped him also because he deserved it. I could tell he wasn’t used to it, but he was really good”

“Hi, this is Hellfire and I'm brutally honest in my review. I came by this tattoo shop completely by chance, just passing through the area on my way to the gym, and went in purely lead by instinct. I never imagined that I could've experience the best possible service I ever received in any tattoo shop in London (and I've been to plenty) by Bianca and Bogdan. I will not review the piece of art I got until fully touched up and healed, but I will however recommend both artists to absolutely anyone looking to get a tattoo in London. :) Ruthlessly, with Love, Hellfire.”

“Great experience and fast service !”

“As a wedding planner the 'Full Hundred' hair salon has helped with many of our brides to feel and to look beautiful on their wedding day. Personally I have been coming here to do my hair for the past 7 years and not once have I not been happy. I always feel and look great after my hair is done. I highly recommend this hair salon, they do great weave, that always look real anyway you flick your hair. (No tracks show). Great salon and always clean.”

“I can only vouch. For one person in your staff at this location,. Carly she is excellent. She can served 2+ to make our experience, less shopping quic! than for making our day longer”

“Great to learn Korean and friendly staff!!”

“Very good dance school.Highy recommend it!!”

“UR capoeira sessions are food for the mind body and soul!”