Maya Okafor
Founder and skin therapist
Opened Glow Studio in 2016 after ten years in spa therapy. Happiest building a realistic skincare plan with you.
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Independent beauty salon in North Laine
Take an hour
Take an hour
for yourself.
Facials, brows and lashes, nails and massage in a calm, light-filled studio just off Sydney Street. Unhurried appointments, honest advice, and online booking that takes less than a minute.
- 4.9 out of 5612 client reviews
- Late on ThursdaysOpen until 8pm
- Cruelty-freeVegan skincare
Next available
Tomorrow, 9:30am
Signature Glow Facial
Online booking
Book in under a minute
Pick your treatment, choose a day and time that suits you, and you are done. Our diary updates live, so what you see is what is free.
- No card needed. Pay in the studio after your treatment
- Change or cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before
- A friendly text reminder the day before you visit
- Patch tests for lashes and tints booked automatically
Rather talk it through? Call the studio
01632 960 482
Treatments and prices
Thoughtful treatments, fair prices
Every appointment starts with a short chat about what you'd like and how your skin, brows or nails are feeling today. Prices include a complimentary drink.
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Signature Glow Facial Most booked
Double cleanse, gentle exfoliation, lymphatic facial massage and a mask chosen for your skin on the day.
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Express Radiance Facial
A lunchtime pick-me-up. Cleanse, enzyme polish, hydrating serum and SPF so you can head straight back out.
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Deep Hydration Facial
Layered hyaluronic serums, a cooling sheet mask and a long neck and shoulder massage. Ideal for tired, dry or dull skin.
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Dermaplaning and Enzyme Peel
Removes dead skin and fine vellus hair for a smooth, bright finish that makes make-up sit beautifully.
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Teen Skin Clinic
For ages 13 to 17 with a parent. A gentle clear-skin facial and a simple, affordable routine to take home.
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Brow Shape and Tint
Mapped to your face shape, then waxed, threaded and tinted to a shade that looks like you on a good day.
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Brow Lamination and Tint Client favourite
Brushed-up, fuller looking brows that stay put for six to eight weeks. Includes shape, tint and nourishing oil.
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Lash Lift and Tint
A natural curl from root to tip with a deep black tint. No extensions, no mascara, lasts around seven weeks.
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Classic Lash Extensions
One extension on each natural lash for soft, wispy definition. Full set, with aftercare brush to take home.
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Lash Infill
Keeps your set looking full. Recommended every two to three weeks for clients with an existing set from us.
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Gel Manicure Most booked
Cuticle care, shaping and a glossy gel colour that lasts two to three weeks. Choose from over 120 shades.
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Builder Gel Overlay
Strengthens your natural nails so they can grow longer without breaking. Finished in colour or a sheer nude.
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Spa Pedicure with Gel
Warm soak, hard skin removal, a sugar scrub and calf massage, finished with long-wear gel polish.
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Nail Art Add-on
Chrome, French tips, tiny florals or a single accent nail. Bring a picture and we'll make it yours.
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Gel Removal and Tidy
Safe, gentle removal without drilling, then a file, buff and cuticle oil so your nails can breathe.
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Swedish Relaxation Massage
Long, flowing full body massage with warm oil to ease everyday tension and help you sleep better.
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Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
Firm, focused work where desk days and phone scrolling leave you tight. Pressure tailored as we go.
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Hot Stone Massage Autumn pick
Smooth heated basalt stones melt away deep tension. Wonderfully warming as the evenings draw in.
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Pregnancy Massage
From 14 weeks. Side-lying support cushions and gentle techniques for aching backs, hips and swollen ankles.
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The Glow Ritual
Our signature half day in miniature. Back massage, express facial and a scalp massage, with tea and a quiet moment after.
Your first visit is on us, well, a fifth of it
New clients get 20% off any single treatment, any day we're open. Just tick "first visit" when you book online, or mention it when you call. One per person, not valid with vouchers.
Meet the team
Small team, big hearts
Three fully qualified, insured therapists who genuinely love what they do. You'll see the same friendly face every time, if you like.
Ellie Brennan
Brow and lash artist
Eight years of brows and a steady hand famous across Kemptown. Believes the best brows are the ones you forget you had done.
LaminationLash liftsExtensions
Sofia Marin
Nail technician and massage therapist
Trained in Bucharest and London. Known for flawless gel, tiny hand-painted details and the most relaxing hot stone massage in town.
Gel and builderNail artMassage
Inside the studio
A little calm in the Laines
Two quiet treatment rooms, a sunny nail bar by the window and a kettle that's always on.
Kind words
What our clients say
4.9
Average from 612 verified reviews after appointments
Maya has completely changed how I look after my skin. I leave every facial with a plan, not a sales pitch, and the best hour of my month.
Booked a lash lift on my phone at 11pm and was in the chair the next afternoon. Ellie is so precise, and the studio is properly peaceful.
Sofia did nails for me, my mum and three bridesmaids. Not a single chip by the end of the honeymoon. Worth every penny.
Gift vouchers
Give an hour of calm
For birthdays, thank yous and the friend who never stops. Our vouchers can be spent on any treatment and are valid for twelve months.
- Emailed instantly, ready to print or forward
- Or posted in a blush gift box for £3.50
Visit us
Find us in North Laine
A five minute walk from Brighton station, tucked down a quiet lane between the cafés and vintage shops.
The studio
Glow Studio7 Larkspur Row
North Laine, Brighton
BN1
- 01632 960 482
- Five minutes' walk from Brighton station
- Step-free entrance and a ground floor treatment room
- Card, cash and contactless welcome. Pay after your treatment
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | 9:30am to 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9:30am to 6pm |
| Thursday | 9:30am to 8pm |
| Friday | 9am to 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am to 5pm |
| Sunday | 10am to 4pm |
Open on bank holidays from 10am to 4pm, except Christmas and Boxing Day.