Hi, I’m Lauren Thwaites, AKA the Wizard of Hair. I’ve been working in London as a hairdresser for over 20 years.

As a queer identifying woman, my approach to hairdressing is inherently inclusive and gender neutral, meaning my services are priced solely depending on the style and length of the cut.

I can cut and style hair of all types and textures (including afro hair), into hairstyles that grow out perfectly and are easy to maintain, meaning my customers always walk away with a haircut that will last.

Specialising in styles that create bold shapes, I consistently ensure that each individual's cut enhances and compliments their face shape and features, and that no two hairstyles are ever the same.

I am also a qualified L'Oreal colour expert, and extremely confident with radical colour changes, while knowing the best colour products for each client's hair.

Incorporating freehand colour techniques and concocting my own tones, every colour service is completely bespoke and unique, ranging from the soft and natural to the bold and vibrant.

I am based in the Walthamstow and Blackhorse Road area of East London (E17), where I have a home salon.

I also work part time at the Dalston salon, Stunt Dolly, and am available as a hair stylist for fashion editorial projects, events and pop-ups.