beauty salons in Lothians

NOIRouge Hair & Beauty have proudly opened their second branch located in central Edinburgh is a unisex boutique salon specialising in natural grooming at affordable prices.

The internationally-trained staff offer an impressive range of high-quality treatments, using products from Wella and Olaplex. They focus on haircuts, colouring and highlights, and always create a friendly atmosphere so you feel comfortable throughout your visit.

You can find the salon just outside of Edinburgh New Town, with a bus stop nearby.

Give your hair the treatment it deserves at Escara Hairdressing in Musselburgh. Balayage, highlights, haircutting, and hair conditioning are just a few of the treatments on offer at this top salon.

Nearest public transport:

The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team:

All the technicians are experienced, friendly professionals who are known for building human connections. They live, breathe, and sleep customer service, always going the extra mile.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, professional.
• Specialises in: Hair.
• Brands and products used: Wellaplex, Illumina.

The salon is alive with animated hair enthusiasts, who know how to bring an enchanting and chirpy service with every haircut. Hair is always treated with precision and artistry from a stylist whose experience has matured over the years working in some of the most renowned hair salons. It's not vain to want a beautiful mane, so don't take a shortcut for your haircut, book now and these styling superstars will deliver your hair goals.

Nearest public transport:

You'll find the local bus link on Ocean Drive and parking nearby at Ocean Terminal.

The team:

With almost a decade of experience, they are veterans of the industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, trendy and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Balayage and bleach.
• Brands and products used: ELEVEN Australia.

Step away from the hustle and bustle and visit Elixyr Beauty and Head Spa - Edinburgh, where relaxation meets professional care. Whether you need a flawless makeup application, a rejuvenating massage, or a complete hair transformation, they offer a curated selection of services designed to make you shine. Take a look at their extensive catalogue and choose the treatments that suit you best—you will leave looking and feeling amazing!

Nearest public transport:

The studio is easily accessible via local bus routes and is within walking distance of the main transport links, making it a convenient hidden gem for your beauty routine.

The team:

Thanks to their expert hands and attentive approach, you can enjoy a truly personalized experience. The team prides itself on providing high-quality treatments in a calm, unhurried environment where your comfort is the top priority.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A serene, intimate.
• Specialises in: Beauty and head spa.

Nestled inside the sports hub at Queensferry Recreation Centre, Beauty and The Nails offers the full nail bar experience and professional lash and brow design.

All treatments are carried out by owner Izabela, famed for her super cheery welcome, she finishes every treatment with a selection of well-known premium brands. You'll find the full nail bar range of options with both CND Vinylux high shine polishes and CND Shellac 2 week finishes for natural nails. Her range of acrylic extensions comes with optional classic French tips or glossy Shellac finishes in an array of colours.

In brow design, you'll find perfectly waxed brows with tints for extra depth and definition. Lash treatments include low maintenance, eye opening lifts and tints or for the ultimate dramatic effect, Izabela specialises in luxury semi permanent extensions, individually applied, strand by strand.

Just a 5-minute walk from Dalmeny train station, there's also plenty of free parking available right outside. Late night appointments are available until 9 pm Monday right through to Thursday.

ReallyGreatNails&Beauty is nestled in the vibrant streets of Edinburgh, just moments from the City Centre. This salon is your haven for relaxation and beauty. Step inside and let yourself be pampered; they will be there to welcome you and assist with any request, always doing their best to accommodate. They offer a curated range of treatments designed to enhance and celebrate your natural beauty. Indulge in luxury manicures and pedicures, or treat yourself to expertly performed lash lifts, brow lamination, shaping and waxing — all tailored to leave you feeling your very best.

Nearest public transport:

You´ll find that Edinburgh Waverley train station is just a 10-minute stroll away, with plenty of local bus and tram routes that´ll keep you well connected to the local area.

The team:

A highly trained nail technician and beauty therapist, leaving you with a statement manicure status.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calm, vibrant, clean and friendly.
• Specialises in: Enhancing your natural beauty.
• The extra touches: English and Spanish are spoken in the salon.

Get back to the hair necessities, with James Dickson Hair, Edinburgh and give yourself something to root home about. Through this scissor scholar's expert cutting and colouring techniques, you'll re-discover the art of hair customization and those bad hair days will soon become a pigment of your imagination. Whatever you desire, from raven blacks, copper reds and caramel blondes, the spectrum of shades and classic cut services aim to leave you and your hair with a newfound lustre and life. Pencil in and start living for that mirror moment!

Nearest public transport:

A 17-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at James Dickson Hair.

The team:

This 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: Creating beauty, building relationships, and empowering individuals to embrace their unique identity through the art of hairdressing.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible and as you settle in for your treatment you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.

Lumina Edinburgh is a beautiful and luxurious salon offering high-spec facials massages aswell as gel nails waxing lashes brows and tattooing

Nearest public transport:
The salon is situated a 13-minute walk from Waverley train station and is also close to bus and tram stops.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Elegant, calm, beautiful.
• Specialises in: Gel nails, facials, waxing lashes and brows
• Brands and products used: The Gel Bottle.
• The extra touches: Free refreshments available on request.

Head on over to NKD Skin Studio within Salon Fairnington, Edinburgh.

Your New Skin Bestie

HND Beauty Therapist specialising in Skincare, Beauty and Holistic Therapies

Over 30 years experience

Nails/Waxing/Massage/Reflexology

Book today at NKD Skin Studio (confidence included, no extra charge)!

Nearest public transport:

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

The team:

This one-to-one service aims to leave you feeling relaxed and comfortable.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, premium and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping clients go from feeling dull to dazzling! They're in the business of glow-ups.
• The extra touches: You can choose from a range of complimentary refreshments, a thoughtful touch that makes every visit feel like a laid-back escape. It’s all about keeping you comfortable while you get freshened up.

Welcome to The Wax Bar, your haven for flawless, fuzz-free skin located in the picturesque town of Linlithgow, near Edinburgh. Specialising in waxing treatments, this boutique studio offers a comprehensive range of services designed to leave your skin silky-smooth and impeccably groomed.

With a team of highly skilled waxing specialists, The Wax Bar provides precise and comfortable waxing experiences that ensure every hair is expertly removed. Whether you're seeking a Brazilian, bikini wax, or a full-body waxing session, their commitment to using high-quality wax and maintaining the highest hygiene standards guarantees a personalized and painless experience.

Step into the welcoming and serene ambience of The Wax Bar and indulge in a waxing session that leaves you feeling confident and ready to showcase your beautiful, hair-free skin.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based on High Street with local bus routes nearby.

The Team:

They are highly trained waxing experts, with many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue:

Atmosphere: Clean, bright and friendly.
Specialises in: Waxing.
The extra: There are non-alcoholic beverages available at the venue.

Based in Edinburgh’s West End, 2 U Beauty is a lovely salon opening seven days a week and offering a huge range of beauty treatments. Whether you want a relaxing massage or a simple manicure, the pleasant staff are efficient in performing excellent treatments at reasonable prices.

They have a great selection of colours for your nails and make use of quality products such as CND Shellac and Vinylux. The staff are trained in many different techniques to make sure you leave feeling happy and refreshed.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based on Lochrin Biuldings with local bus routes nearby.

The Team:

They are highly trained beauticians, with many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue:

Atmosphere: Calm, clean and friendly.
Specialises in: Beauty

Step through the door at Bryony Quate Hairdressing to find yourself in a bright and modern blow-bar and beauty salon.

Conveniently located in Edinburgh city centre with Haymarket station a 20-minute walk away and local bus routes close by.

The stand out staff make you feel at ease offering an assortment of hair and beauty services amongst a chic, floral backdrop.

Whether you opt for a bouncy blow-dry or glamorous festival make up to release those summer vibes, Bryony Quate Hairdressing makes it all possible.

Afro Salon is a distinguished hair salon based in the vibrant locale of Livingston. This beauty venue brings a touch of elegance and glamour to the local beauty scene, offering an array of hair care services to cater to their clients' diverse needs.

Nearest public transport:

A 40-minute walk from Livingston North station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Afro Salon. Plenty of free and paid parking is available close by for those arriving by car.

The team:

Greeting every client with a smile and combining years of experience with a personable approach, these salon superstars perform all their services to the highest standard possible, to ensure a beautiful, inspirational result with every visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• The extra touches: You can choose from a variety of free refreshments, this thoughtful gesture adds a personal touch, making every appointment a relaxing escape.

Dune Hair and Beauty is a well-established, modern salon within the Meadowbank area, just minutes from the busy Princess Street, offering precision cuts, professional styling and luxurious colouring.

This welcoming salon provides high-quality treatments alongside experienced and friendly staff; they are renowned for their unpretentious and attentive atmosphere, focused only on transforming your hair and making you feel at home.

They offer the latest on-trend colouring alongside classic tones as well as transformative, tailored cuts, whether you're after a complete restyle or just to breathe some life back into your locks. Their intricate hair up styles and glamorous blowouts will have you ready for any occasion, and their Keratin and conditioning treatments will leave your hair sleek, glossy and salon fresh for longer.

As previous winners of the Best of Edinburgh Salons, whatever you need you are in safe hands. They are open 5 days a week and are easily accessible in a central location via numerous bus routes.

Modello Salon, a hair and beauty salon, located in Bonnyrigg, Edinburgh specialises in haircuts, hair colouring and offers a variety of facial and body treatments, such as waxing and threading.

Nearest public transport:
Park Road bus stop is only a few minutes away.

The team:
The friendly hair and beauty specialists with years of experience live, breathe and sleep customer service, always going the extra mile.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Warm, professional, welcoming.
• Specialises in: Hair and beauty treatments.
• Brands and products used: Kerastase, L'Oréal.
• The extra touches: The salon offers free drinks to the customers.

Give your hair a treat in at Beautiful Hermosa Hair, in Musselburgh. You’ll find all the major trends in colour, highlights and balayage technique.

Nearest public transport:

Bridge Street bus stops (lines 26, 44, 48) are located a short walk from the venue

The team:

Victoria 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: Cosy and friendly
• Specialises in: Hair colouring and styling

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.

Welcome to Taylor’s Lashes, they have been a lash and brow technician for over 2 years now, offering all sets from classics, angel lashes, hybrids, Russian, mega volume and infills for each. They also offer lash lift with optional tint and brow waxing, tinting and lamination

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

The team:

The owner of the venue is at the heart of the business. With a passion for beauty and a commitment to customer satisfaction, they ensure that every client feels cared for and leaves feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Clean.
• Specialises in: Cultivating a welcoming and comfortable environment where clients feel valued, respected and at ease, as well as providing expert advice and guidance.

For lovers of voluminous lashes, defined brows, luxurious facials and long lasting manicures Combined. is the must-visit beauty salon in Stockbridge, Edinburgh. For a treatment to make your lashes appear naturally fuller, choose a classic lash lift and tint, or if you're after statement brows, opt for the ever-trendy brow lamination treatment.

Nearest public transport:
There is a bus stop located directly in front of the venue on Brandon Terrace.

The team:
Caral is a brow and lash expert with extensive experience under her belt. She aims to frame the face and bring out the natural beauty in all of her clients.

Natalie is a beautifying skin specialist offering treatments that cleanse pores, exfoliates dead skin cells, hydrates and moisturises the skin. Facials are designed to boost the immediate appearance and overall health and longevity of the skin.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cosy, welcoming and friendly.
• Specialises in: Eyebrow and eyelash treatments, Nails and Facials.
• The extra touches: The venue is accessible for wheelchair users.
• Dog friendly and has a salon dog

Update your hair in an instant with Fiona @ Salon Glanville, based inside Glanville Hairdressers, located in Stockbridge, 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, sun-kissed 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 located near plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey for all beauty enthusiasts.

The team:

Fiona is a creative director offering an excellent technical ability, customer service, and she listens to your needs and gives you the results that you didn’t think you could achieve, always taking into consideration your individual style.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: A range of GHD, Nioxin, and Wella hairdressing techniques, helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• Brands and products used: Wella.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.