beauty salons in Newington, Edinburgh

Welcome to Salon Fairnington, a premier high-street hair design studio in Edinburgh. This modern space offers a perfect blend of expert styling and a relaxed, neighbourhood atmosphere. It is the go-to destination for clients across the Southside of Edinburgh looking to elevate their look, maintain a precision style, or enjoy a completely personalised hair transformation. The salon operates with absolute technical mastery over cut and colour, specialising entirely in precision ladies' cuts, creative blow-dries, and advanced foil highlighting techniques. From clean structural trims and dramatic re-styles to tailored t-section, half-head, and full-head highlights designed to add radiant dimension, every service is customised to complement your unique features and lifestyle. Utilising premium, professional-grade hair care ranges, ensuring that your hair leaves looking vibrant, healthy, and perfectly finished.

Nearest public transport:

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

The team:

You are welcomed by a dynamic and highly talented team of specialists with years of master-level industry experience. This collaborative group of passionate stylists work seamlessly together to deliver a top-tier salon experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Bright, stylish, and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Precision ladies' cutting, multi-dimensional highlighting transformations, and premium hair health systems.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.
• Brands used: Wella and Jadus.

Uniview Art is a distinguished nail and beauty salon located in the heart of Newington. This nail and beauty salon is well-known in the community for its high-quality services and welcoming atmosphere.

Nearest public transport

For those planning to visit by public transport, Edinburgh Waverley station is conveniently located just a 22-minute walk away.

The team

The salon is managed by a small team of dedicated staff members, who are committed to delivering top-notch services and ensuring clients are well taken care of during their visit.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Inviting, stylish, relaxing.
• Specialises in: Nails.
• The extra touches: This is an English and Mandarin-speaking salon.

Located in Edinburgh, Dream nails and beauty is a nail bar with a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Deepa, a passionate and skilled nail technician, welcomes you with a smile and offers a wide range of nail beauty services. From classic polish to manicures, pedicures, extensions, and intricate nail art — everything is covered to take care of you!

Nearest public transport

Just a one minute walk from the St Patrick Square bus stop.

The team

The team offers you a warm and attentive welcome. Their personalized and thoughtful approach ensures a friendly yet professional experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A comfortable space.
• Specialises in: Semi-permanent polish and gel applications.

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

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HND Beauty Therapist specialising in Skincare, Beauty and Holistic Therapies

Over 30 years experience

Nails/Waxing/Massage/Reflexology

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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.

Beauty By Kelsang is a distinguished beauty treatment room based within Danielle Carr Hairdressing in Newington, Edinburgh. You'll find a variety of beauty treatments tailored to meet the specific needs of each client. Book in now and start living for that mirror moment.

Nearest public transport:

Beauty by Kelsang is located within Danielle Carr Hairdressing in Newington, Edinburgh. It is easily accessible and on several bus routes to and from the city centre. You'll find a bus stop just outside the salon and on-street parking is readily available along Newington Road.

The team:

The salon is spearheaded by Kelsang, a dedicated owner who is committed to ensuring the satisfaction of all clients. Kelsang strives to provide a personalised experience to each patron, ensuring that they feel well taken care of during their visit.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Warm, inviting and professional.
• Specialises in: Nails, brows, waxing and massages, with a blend of technical expertise, artistic skill, and client-centered care.
• Brands and products used: CND, The Gel Bottle, LVL Nouveau Lashes, HD Brows and Lycon.

Mima't, Edinburgh, provides a wide range of services including massage, waxing, LVL, pedicures, facials and glycolic peels. They invest their time researching the industry to deliver only the best brands on the market. They invest in training and development for therapists to meet their goals and finally in their clients, where they always show care and empathy whilst giving a first-class service.

Nearest public transport:

The salon is easily accessible by public transport and it's just 1 minute away from the Meadowbank house bus stop (lines 4,5,15,15A,26,44 and 44A) and free parking on the street.

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.

Located within Barber Shop in Newington, Edinburgh, Threading Queen Beauty by Sujata offers a complete range of beauty services including threading, waxing, tinting and eyelashes. Sujata also offers bridal make-up, nails and Indian head massage.

The Team: Sujata has 30 years of experience and takes pride in her treatments, customer experience and cleanliness of her salon.

Nearest public transport: A short 5-minute walk from St Patrick Square bus stop.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Friendly, bright and relaxing. Specialises in: Threading. Brands and products used: HD Brows. Extra touches: Complimentary refreshments are provided. Wheelchair accessible.

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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.

Welcome to our nail salon, The SEPT studio, conveniently located at 9 Newington Road, Edinburgh, EH9 1QR, near the University of Edinburgh’s George Square campus. With years of experience in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing the best in nail, eyelash, and beauty services. Our skilled team is both passionate and professional, dedicated to ensuring each client feels pampered and satisfied with every visit. Whether you’re looking for a classic manicure, intricate nail art, or a full set of lush lashes, we’re here to offer top-notch services in a warm and welcoming environment.

CND and DND manis, Japanese-style nail art and gel extensions are just a few of the things on offer to make your talons shine. Classic lash extensions, facial threading and lash lifts will finish off your new look.

The Sept Studio is wheelchair accessible, with limited paid street parking and bus stops nearby. Book in today for a real beauty treat.

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At Signature Hair Salon, we specialize in bespoke hair services tailored for everyone. Whether it’s a fresh cut, professional coloring, or specialized treatments, our team is here to bring your vision to life.

Check out our service menu in the post and book your spot today.

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Get standout manicures and lashes at Kaur's Nail & Beauty salon in Newington, Edinburgh.

This fresh salon has all you need to achieve the nails of your dreams, with Shellac and classic polishes alongside gel and acrylic extensions. You'll also easily be able to enhance your eyes with bespoke combinations of lash lifting, tinting and brow shaping so you can get rid of your mascara.

To top off the comprehensive menu, you'll also find a range of waxing, threading and facial options.

The expert team has more than 5 years of experience and uses premium brands to ensure lasting results. They are focused on providing a personalised experience to ensure you enjoy a relaxing pampering experience.

You'll find Kaur's Nail & Beauty on Mayfield Road, not far from the University of Edinburgh and with a few parking spots outside. Treat yourself and book in today.

Located within Gordon Wilson Hairdressing shop on Salisbury place Perfect Finish Beauty offers a wide range of beauty treatments including nails waxing tinting and facials. Enjoy a moment just for yourself with tailor-made treatments delivered with professionalism. Whether you're looking for a quick wellness break or a full day of pampering, the salon focuses on treatments and guarantees a memorable experience.

Nearest public transport
Just a one-minute walk from the Salisbury Place bus stop.

The team
At the reception of this salon, Erika offers you a warm and attentive welcome. Their personalized and thoughtful approach ensures a friendly yet professional experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A comfortable space with modern, minimalist décor.
• Specialises in: Semi-permanent polish and gel applications.

Hair by JFK is a renowned salon in central Edinburgh, famous for the skilful colouring and highlights on offer alongside classic cuts and blow drys.

Catering to both men and women, Hair by JFK has a real edgy feel with its bright and plant-filled space. As a dog-friendly salon, you're welcome to bring your dog along while you enjoy the ultimate hairdressing experience from the stylists.

Having been in the industry for over a decade, the expert team here really know what they're doing when it comes to colouring. Their range of colour options and combinations, from bleach and toning to full head highlights and tinting, mean that they can cater your look to exactly what you're after and ensure you leave feeling great.

They use the best products from Schwarzkopf, including a choice of ammonia-free colour, as well as Colour Blast and Fudge, to nourish your hair.

Based in the Newington area of Edinburgh, less than a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Old Town, Hair by JFK has a number of bus stops nearby and a few on-street parking spots too.

Welcome to Pink Barbie, Edingburgh, the salon where modern elegance meets a touch of real-world Barbie power! The sleek black-and-white interior sets the stage for a beauty experience worthy of a dreamhouse diary entry. They specialise in Asian haircuts, colouring and perming and the expert works their magic with bespoke blends, creative colouring and precision cuts that bring dream-hair to life. From bright, glossy blondes to rich, dimensional brunettes and everything in between, their artistry ensures hair that looks camera-ready from every angle. Book now for a serene yet stylish escape and get your new Look: Pink Barbie: - Salon Edition!

Nearest public transport:

A 17-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Pink Barbie. Plenty of paid parking is available close by for those arriving by car.

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: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping clients go from feeling dull to dazzling! They're in the business of glow-ups.

All About You Health & Beauty is a hair and beauty salon situated on South Clerk Street, Edinburgh. Specialising in afro hair they offer an array of treatments to choose from.

Bright and airy the salon is decorated with contrasting colours and bright modern furnishings giving the salon a professional feel. The staff are friendly and attentive and are always on hand to provide you with treatment advice.

Conveniently based in Newington, Mckensie Knight is a fabulous little hair salon specialising in unisex hairdressing, including haircuts, hair colouring and more.

Located close to Edinburgh’s busy city centre the venue is easy to get to, but you can still experience a quiet and calm atmosphere making your visit pleasant. Shaun and the team pay great attention to detail and will listen to what you want ensuring that you leave feeling great and happy.