Choose from 230 venues offering hair and beauty in Edinburgh

Dr Ails Smith is a clinic based in the heart of the West End of Edinburgh. Ails is a fully qualified masseuse and beauty therapist and has a background in scientific natural skincare for skin conditions with her own laboratory as founder of Arganorganics.

Ails offers aromatherapy massage tailored to individual needs as well as rosacea relief and pure pampering facials in a very friendly and relaxing environment. In addition a full suite of CACI Synergy and CACI Sculpt face and body treatments is provided.

Nearest public transport:

Haymarket station is only a 9-minute walk away, plus you'll find heaps of local bus routes dotted closed by.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Soothing, professional and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Skincare and massage.
• Brands and products used: CACI , Arganorganics

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WE'RE ON THE MOVE: From the 3rd February 2020 you will find Valerio is now based in the splendid premises of Hair by JFK - same great service, new vista.

Continuing to specialise in ladies’ and men’s hairdressing at affordable prices. The salon is spacious and bright, with comfortable furnishings, a place where you can rest assured your hair is in good hands.

Priding himself on his personal service, he is passionate about providing the highest standard of care. He listens to your needs and provides you with great advice on how best to look after your hair. Using high-end products such as Matrix, he ensures a high-quality finish with every visit.

Top Rated 2023

Mary (MG Hairdressing) is an exceptionally talented independent stylist based within Kalon Hair Studio in the heart of Edinburgh's Canonmills area, located just a 15-minute walk from Princes Street and Leith, and a short walk from Edinburgh Botanical Gardens.

Mary is a colour, bleach & balayage specialist, although her skills & experience extend to other areas of hairdressing too. She boasts an impressive portfolio which shows how in depth her knowledge of the industry is. She is a Finalist in the Wella National Trend Vision Award 2021 Colour Specialist category, which is a very prestigous annual award recognising the best in the hairdressing industry.

With her friendly, relaxed approach she will have you relaxing in no time. Mary's skill and attention to detail are exceptional and with her professional demeanour & experience, Mary is guaranteed to leave you feeling utterly delighted with your new look.

Due to investing in many years of specialised training courses, Mary has fine tuned her skills and knowledge in order to perfect her craft. She loves to keep up to date with current trends, as well as offering the best advise on how to get the most out of your hair at home. Her keen eye for style and colour make for a thoroughly attentive and informative experience, no matter which treatment you book.

If in doubt which service to book for, please reach out to Mary via email or social media for advice.

Kelly's Beauty Bliss is a treatment room in Edinburgh. Choose from their selection of classic beauty treatments, such as waxing, threading, ESPA luxury facials and massage.

Kelly is an attentive and welcoming therapist who will take care of your beauty concerns and have you feeling renewed from head to toe. Her massages are particularly recommended, whether you need a relaxing rub down or a deep tissue to rid of those tensions and pains, Kelly will ensure that your body is restored.

Family-friendly Gruagaire Hair Salon & Barbers, in the heart of Edinburgh, specialise in a long list of hairdressing services, including men's hot shaves, ladies' hair cutting, styling and colouring.

This charming addition to Morningside Road opened its doors in January 2019, with a warm welcome and relaxing vibe.

Struggling to find a babysitter? Fear not, the salon occupies a family section or private room where you can enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and wifi.

If you're in the mood for a new look, Gruagaire covers a cross-section of colouring treatments such as Balayage, Ombre, Highlights and many more that the team are happy to assist with.

Easy to reach from the City Centre there's a series of bus stops spanning the road as well as on-street parking nearby.

Whether you're in need of a special updo or just fancy making a change, the crafty team at Gruagaire Hair Salon & Barbers look forward to giving you hair to boast about.

Update your look at Emily Rodgers PMU & Beauty in Leith, Edinburgh.

Choose from an extensive array of services, including gel mani-pedis, waxing, eyelash extensions, brow enhancing services, facials, massages, and many more.

Located within Purusha Hairdressing, this modern treatment room is easily accessible by bus.

Book an appointment here today and you'll walk out looking and feeling your best.

Found within Lochrin Buildings in Edinburgh, Studio E is a friendly, accommodating venue providing a wide range of hair colouring and cutting services, which, coupled with late night opening hours, makes it the perfect place to visit for all your hair needs.

The team here are creative, hardworking and thorough: they will take the time to listen to your requirements and ensure that you leave with a hairstyle which is completely bespoke to you.

Now you can feel like a million dollars at Luxury McQueenies Hair and beauty in Corstorphine, from their grand selection choose from nail care, haircutting, colouring and styling, facials, massages and a huge amount more to help you really stand out in the crowd.

The creative team's mission is to send you into an A-list experience through their crafty haircutting and colouring techniques, admirable beauty skills and bubbly charm. Rest assured whether you're craving a full-on pampering experience or a simple manicure, you'll be a top priority every second during your visit in this ornate salon. All services are carried out with some key brands to help enhance your results and provide a lasting finish.

The salon is situated in Edinburgh's suburban area of Corstorphine, 16 minutes walk away from South Gyle train station. There's also parking and bus stops along the road for other means of transport. Plunge yourself into a world where only unbeatable beauty will do at this top dollar establishment.

Give your hair the refresh it deserves at KH Hair in Leith. Balayage, highlights, haircuts, and extensions are just a few of the treatments on offer at this top salon.

Nearest public transport:

Located down the road from Leith Victoria Swim Centre, the salon is reachable using local bus services.

The team:

Kieran is an experienced hairdresser whose focus is to help you look and feel fabulous and confident.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, professional
• Specialises in: Hair.
• Brands and products used: Wella.

Give yourself a treat at Lee's Nails & Beauty @ Danielle Carr Morningside, located in Edinburgh. The modern vibe of the salon fits well with the array of treatments on offer, from nail extensions to eyebrow lamination - Lee's Nails & Beauty really does have something for everyone. 

Nearest public transport:

The salon is located in Morningside, Edinburgh and is close to local bus routes and transport links.

The team: 

Lee is a guru of glamour, and has a wealth of knowledge, with over 4 years experience in the beauty industry. 

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, spacious and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Nails and beauty.
• Brands and products: Shellac, Mygel, Gelish.

Based within Escape Hairdressing on Montrose Terrace Edinburgh, Velvet Brows is an eyebrow, eyelash and waxing studio that provides a specialist range of bespoke services. Choose from a selection of both classic and innovative treatments that includes threading, tinting, lash extensions and the semi-permanent eyebrow technique, microblading.

Using advanced methods and high-quality products, your therapist has the skill and expertise to deliver impressive results that'll leave you with the elegant, breathtaking look that you're after.

In waxing, you'll receive a quick but not unrushed treatment with top-of-the-range Sienna X branded wax, guaranteeing a smooth, lustrous look and feel for your skin.

The salon is located close to Royal Terrace Gardens, just a short walk from Edinburgh Waverly station. For an efficient, professional treatment from a true beauty specialist, book your next appointment at Velvet Brows.

Beauty Island is a beauty treatment room on South Trinity Road in Edinburgh. You can indulge and pamper yourself with a range of treatments including waxing, massage and facials. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours on your hands, you can escape to a world of relaxation and happiness.

Beauty Island was established in 2012 by Dominika, a highly trained beauty therapist. She listens to and works with her clients to provide them with the best treatment for their specific needs and the results they desire.

Located in Morningside, Technik Hair Design is a cosy salon offering a wide range of hairdressing services at reasonable prices. The salon has a funky, fresh look with a bustling and friendly atmosphere.

Enjoy a beverage while the experienced and dedicated team of hairdressers style your hair to perfection. The passionate staff are always inspired to meet your expectations, creating a unique style that suits you and ensuring that you leave the salon feeling pampered and refreshed.

As of Monday 23rd March 2020, we are unfortunately closing the salon temporarily due to the outbreak of Covid19, we look forward to giving you updates, when and where possible.

Update your hair in an instant with SJ Creative, within X Creative Collaborative, Edinburgh. With a healthy dose of all the major colour trends, you'll find this house of hues has an extensive menu of colour services, with options in glossy tints, sunkissed and autumnal highlights and the intricate hand-painted balayage technique - this is creative colouring done right. So, sit back, relax and the resident scissor scholar will soon have you swooning over your luscious locks. Remember, brand-new hair is the ultimate power statement (plus looking good never goes out of style).

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently situated close to plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all hair enthusiasts.

The team:

Stacy's one-to-one service aims to leave you feeling so relaxed and comfortable that you can't wait for your next visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• Brand and products used: Wella.

Situated within the iconic Custom House building in Leith you'll find Glo Holistic Beauty.

Glo Holistic Beauty Therapy offers a wide range of treatments including reflexology, Indian head , bamboo, remedial and luxurious massages with hot stones to de-stress, increase vitality and bring your body back to balance.

We have treatments that nourish and revitalize your skin using Dermalogica professional products and non surgical facials using the latest Caci Synergy Machine.

We offer manicures and pedicures to make you feel totally pampered, as well as the day to day essentials such as waxing, lash lifts, brow lamination and many other treatments that are listed on my website.

As a highly qualified beauty therapist, with a long and loyal client list, I want nothing more than to provide my clients with a professional service using premium products.

You can be assured of a warm and friendly welcome and you will leave relaxed and rejuvenated.

"Glo will make you glow"

Nearest public transport:
There are several bus stops nearby with buses going to Edinburgh city centre.

The team:
The staff at Glo Holistic Beauty are fully qualified with an Higher National Certificate and a Higher National Diploma in Beauty Therapy and have over 10 years experience within the beauty and holistic therapy industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Welcoming, professional.
• Specialises in: Skin treatments, nails, waxing, brows and lashes.
• Brands and products used: Dermalogica, Caci, Jessica.
• The extra touches: The salon uses cruelty-free products in its treatments.

Welcome to Alex Carmichael Hair at Salon 13, this hair salon in Edinburgh. Alex offers hair treatments such as haircuts, colouring and blow-drying with an astonishing style and finish which will leave you ready to take on the day.

Nearest public transport: Located in the West of Edinburgh, the venue is easily reached by public transport, with bus stops available nearby.

The team: Alex has 13 years in the hairdressing industry.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Friendly, relaxed salon. Specialises in: Haircuts, colour and Keratin. Brands and products used: Wella, L'Oréal. The extra touches: Refreshments available, tea coffee, soft drinks, prosecco bar.

Established in 2003, Juniper Salon has been providing a wide range of professional and high-quality hair services for over 20 years. Their purpose has always been to provide their customers with City Centre Styling at Village Prices, a purpose which is perhaps more important now than it has ever been.

They are located in Juniper Green, Edinburgh and offer a busy, welcoming and highly recommended salon through their friendly, supportive and dedicated team of Hair Stylists.

They are one of the very few Salons in the city to use the cruelty-free and sustainable Keune range of products, a renowned brand in the hair industry providing top quality products for over a century.

Along Hamilton Place in the Stockbridge area of Edinburgh is Lisa V salon.

Established in 20015, it is a beauty salon specialising in a range of waxing and facial treatments tailored to your needs.

From CACI non-surgical facelifts to a range of classic facials done with professional Guinot products, the treatments done at the salon are effective as well as pampering and relaxing.

Working hard to maintain a reputation for their professional services and top quality customer service, the salon keeps up to date with the latest developments in the beauty industry. Meaning no matter what you choose, the treatment will be done using the latest industry techniques with your specific needs at the core of each visit.

At AB Holistic Therapies, Edingburgh, they believe that every client deserves personalized attention and exceptional service, so step into this oasis of calm for a restorative rubdown, with one of the top practitioners in the area. At AB Holistic, guests can forget about the outside world and indulge in some well-deserved self-care. 

Nearest public transport:

There are oodles of local bus routes around, so you'll be well connected.

This maestro of massage has completed a number of courses, including several with Hugh Gilbert: KCR Level 2, Women’s Health, Postural Energetics, and Connective Tissue Release (Levels 1 and 2). In March 2018 they became a proud, accredited practitioner of KCR, leaving you in fully qualified hands,

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, relaxing and friendly.
• Specialises in: Massage and specialist therapies for the face.
• The extra touches: This is one of the few venues in Scotland that offers the myofascial release treatment.

Head to Copper Woman in Edinburgh for a range of massage, physical therapy and acupuncture treatments for women, including cupping, facial acupuncture, Gua Sha, and more.

With 4 years of experience, take advantage of the knowledge and expertise of your skilled therapist, Karen.

This bright venue is conveniently located close to Ravelston golf club and there are plenty of bus stops nearby. Free parking is also available.

Restore your mind and body at Copper Woman.