hair and beauty in Edinburgh

Across the road from Churchill Theatre along Edinburgh’s peaceful Morningside is Tan MRKT, a tanning therapist located within The Wax Bar Edinburgh.

A selection of 25 different shades and options, carefully selected from the best and favoured tanning brands worldwide, the salon offers only the best treatments for your specific requirements.

The stylish salon offers a custom designed changing area which is for your use before entering the tanning suite.

So book yourself in for a rejuvenating tan, you will leave glowing and looking more fabulous than ever.

Step into Hermeduss Massage, a tranquil haven nestled in the heart of Edinburgh, dedicated to restoring balance, relieving tension, and enhancing well-being. The treatment space is calm, clean, and welcoming—designed to help you unwind from the moment you arrive. Whether you're seeking relief from muscular discomfort, recovering from sports activity, or simply craving deep relaxation, their tailored massage therapies are delivered with care, precision, and professionalism.

Nearest public transport:

Haymarket station is just a 20-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem keeping connected.

The team:

With their years of experience, they are committed to providing an exceptional experience, ensuring that each visit to the retreat is a journey into relaxation, vitality and empowerment.

What we like about the venue:

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

Based in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, Kenneth Kim Hairdressing is a unisex hair salon offering a variety of hair treatments.

Kenneth Kim is made up of a team of highly experienced and friendly stylists, they are attentive, listen to your requirements and also give you professional advice. They will make you fall in love with your hair and get excited about your next appointment.

CC Beauty Studio is a friendly beauty salon in Edinburgh offering professional nail, eyelash and beauty treatments. They specialise in gel nails, nail art, pedicures, eyelash extensions, lash lifts and more. Their aim is to provide every client with a relaxing, welcoming experience and beautiful results they’ll love. Whether it’s glossy neutrals, chrome finishes, intricate nail art or perfectly sculpted extensions, every set is designed to complement your personal style and aesthetic. With its fashion-forward atmosphere and commitment to high-quality finishes, CC Beauty Studio has become a must-visit beauty spot for those who love polished details and luxury self-care.

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:

Experience the perfection of precision shaping and flawless polishing. Even better, these glamour gurus don’t keep the 'tips' to themselves!

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Warm, relaxing, clean and friendly.
• Specialises in: Trendy manicures, perfect pedicures, gel nails and a touch of creative nail art, all combining to create a unique and Instagrammable experience.

Beauty Pod is a beauty room operated by Jill at Medusa Broughton, situated in sight of the Picardy Place tram stop in the vibrant east end of Edinburgh city centre. She has 15 years of experience and multiple international qualifications so she can offer quality lash, brow and waxing services paired with luxury products in a relaxed environment.

Skilled and friendly to make sure you feel at ease with professional and considerate treatments. Just a short walk from Princes Street, this is a convenient and welcoming beauty stop where you can take some time for yourself.

Previously known as Free Range Beauty.

Bijou Hair, located in Leith in Edinburgh, offers a unique, intimate and friendly atmosphere, ideal for being pampered. Offering treatments ranging from hair colouring to Brazilian blow drys, the professional hairstylists will match your every needs using their extensive experience and skills, leaving you looking and feeling fabulous.

Nearest public transport:
The salon is very well-connected by bus and there is a bus stop just outside.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, professional, cosy.
• Specialises in: Haircuts and colouring.
• Brands and products used: K18, Moroccan Oil, Evo, Cloud Nine, Colour wow.
• The extra touches: The salon uses vegan, natural and cruelty-free products.

We are based within Zizuedinburgh, a welcoming and creative community space in the heart of Leith.

The venue is very easy to reach, especially by tram. We are just a 2-minute walk from the Edinburgh Trams stop at Foot of the Walk, making access from the city centre simple and convenient.

You can find us at 121 Giles Street, conveniently located near Lidl and just a short walk from The Shore, surrounded by local cafes and independent shops.

Upon arrival, please ring the buzzer for Zizuedinburgh. Access is via stairs to the first floor (please note there is no wheelchair access). You will be welcomed at the entrance of the treatment space, located half way along the corridor.

The space offers a calm, cosy and grounding atmosphere—a peaceful setting ideal for relaxation and therapeutic treatments.

Getting There

• 2-minute walk from the tram stop at Foot of the Walk
• Around 15-20 minutes from Edinburgh Waverley Station by public transport
• Easy access from the city centre via tram
• Well connected by local bus routes

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.

Shiatsu • Deep Tissue • Back, Neck & Shoulders Massage

The City Zen Sanctuary offers professional therapeutic bodywork in Edinburgh, including Shiatsu, Deep Tissue massage, and Back, Neck & Shoulders treatments, supporting people with stress, tension, pain, and ongoing physical or emotional strain.

Clients book different treatments depending on what they need in the moment:

• Back, Neck & Shoulders massage for focused relief of tension and desk-related strain
• Deep Tissue massage for chronic tightness, restricted movement, or muscular discomfort
• Shiatsu for more holistic support, working with the nervous system, energy balance, and overall wellbeing

All sessions are tailored to the individual and begin with a short consultation. Depending on your needs, treatments may combine elements of different approaches to achieve the most effective outcome. Shiatsu treatments are usually received fully clothed.

Many clients come to the City Zen Sanctuary when they:

• Feel stressed, overwhelmed, or physically run down
• Experience recurring tension or pain that keeps returning
• Want more than a relaxing massage and are seeking therapeutic support
• Are looking for structured care rather than one-off appointments

While a single session can be beneficial, most clients see the greatest improvement through a short series of treatments, allowing the body to respond, adapt, and stabilise over time.

Nearest public transport:

Edinburgh Waverley station is just a 12-minute walk away, and there are numerous bus services from all across the city on adjacent Princes Street and George Street, so you'll have no problem getting to the City Sanctuary. Plenty of paid parking is available nearby, for those arriving by car.

The team:

Fully qualified and accredited Shiatsu Therapist and Deep Tissue Massage Expert Kathi is committed to working with clients seeking thoughtful, professional, and results-oriented treatment, all while offering an exceptional experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Restorative, professional and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Shiatsu treatments that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, revitalised and deeply refreshed

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.

Lavanya Salon is a hair and beauty salon based in Murrayfield, Edinburgh.

Nearest public transport:

Local bus services & tram connect the salon. On street parking is available nearby.

The team:

All the technicians are highly experienced, friendly professionals known for building human connections.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, professional & relaxing
• Specialises in: Hair and Beauty
• Brands and products used: Wella

Located in Leith in Edinburgh, Kalon Salon offers a menu of hair and hair colouring services. Treat yourself to a fresh new look or some colour upkeep.

Nearest public transport: The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team: Ashley is passionate and enthusiastic about all things hair.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Friendly, welcoming. Specialises in: Hair Brands and products used: Redken, Olaplex. K18 kerastraight

Louise Wallace, based at Escape Hair & Beauty, is located in a great area in Edinburgh, and offers a variety of services and treatments for your hair, including a great range of colours.

Nearest public transport:

Abbeymount bus stop is just a minute's walk from the venue.

The team:

Louise is a very skilled hairstylist who is enthusiastic to provide the best possible service and experience for you and for your hair, from vibrant colours and edgy cuts to platinum blonde balayage.

What we like about the salon:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, relaxed, and professional.
• Specialises in: Hairdressing for adults and children.
• Brands and products used: Wella.

Juniper Beauty Room is a well established LADIES ONLY beauty salon in Juniper Green outside of Edinburgh. Over a number of years they have built up an excellent reputation for the quality of their beauty treatments. Their services on offer range from waxing and nails to facials and massage, and lash and brow treatments.

Their highly qualified therapists have over 35 years of experience in the beauty industry. Offering a bespoke service, Juniper Beauty Room use the best brands in the industry without the premier prices. We invite you to visit us at the salon and indulge yourself in tranquil surroundings, whilst enjoying the very best in health and beauty services.

LADIES ONLY

We take card payments and would prefer that to the pre-pay option on Treatwelll

Step into the divine realm of Highlighted, where buff brows and lashes are crafted with meticulous care and expertise. This place specialises in creating masterpieces that will leave you feeling like a goddess. At Highlighted, they believe that your eyes are not just a mere feature; they elevate your entire face. Understanding this, the expert on hand treats each appointment with a unique approach, so let this talented technician elevate your eyes to heavenly heights, giving you the confidence to conquer the world, one perfectly arched brow at a time.

Nearest public transport:

Based just on Saughton Road, you'll find plenty of local connections in the surrounding area.
There is free parking on Saughton Road. There is a bus stop just a 3-minute walk from the venue and you can find free parking nearby.

The team:

With a delicate touch and an eye for symmetry, this glamour guru brings out your natural beauty and enhances your facial features. Whatever you desire, this skilled artist will customise a look that harmonises with your unique style and personality.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Brows and lashes.

Welcome to Salon Studios - Alex In Wonderland, a 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:

South Gyle station is a 20-minute walk away.

The team:

Alex has over 18 years in the hairdressing industry, yet they ensure they are trained in the newest styles and to the highest standards.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A friendly, relaxed salon that feels fresh, airy and undeniably high-end.
• Specialises in: Transforming not just hair, but how people feel. One cut, colour and style at a time!

Welcome to Keratin & Co at Amber's Hair and Beauty, an independent hair specialist based within a vibrant and stylish salon in Edinburgh. This dedicated professional provides a focused menu of high-end hair transformations, specializing in long-term smoothing treatments and premium length and volume enhancements.

Nearest public transport:

With several local bus routes stopping nearby.

The team:

The service is led by Alana, a highly skilled independent hair specialist who operates as a chair renter within the salon. By focusing exclusively on technical hair enhancements, this practitioner offers a master-level approach to hair health and aesthetics, providing personalized consultations to ensure every transformation is perfectly suited to the client's hair type and lifestyle.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, trendy, and high-energy.
• Specialises in: Keratin, blow-dry and hair extensions.
• The extra touches: Free parking available.

Gail Stewart Styling, Balmain colour and product specialist was established in 2000 and delivers a wealth of experience from her beautiful salon in leafy Drum Brae.

With easy parking and late-night opening - it's easy to find off Queensferry Road

Whether you're a long-time client or in search of a new stylist, Gail warmly welcomes you and understands your hair needs.

Gail's specialist services are colouring and hair extensions. Doesn't matter if you're thinking of something subtle, dramatic or just need to upkeep your already existing style, your appointment will be enjoyed in her stunning surroundings.

more info betiva.versum.com Betiva Beauty is a Luxurious Beauty Boutique in the heart of Morningside, Edinburgh. Offering a variety of services including permanent makeup, waxing, facials, manicures and lash extensions. Their purpose is to be the ultimate professional beauty consultants and they believe in constant development for their team.

Nearest public transport: Ideally located with connections to rail, tram and all major bus routes.

The team: With many years of experience, they achieved the reputation as the best Permanent Makeup and Skin Clinic in Edinburgh.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Compassionate and friendly atmosphere. Specialises in: Semi-permanent makeup. Brands and products used: Gelish, Entity, Orly, Neoglis and Janssen Cosmeceutical.

Nails and lashes by Vanessa is your one-stop beauty destination in Musselburgh, offering a complete menu of high-quality hand, foot, and eye treatments. Located conveniently on Eskside West , this studio is the perfect place to achieve that polished, finished look, from your fingertips to your lashes.

Nearest public transport:

The salon is easily accessible via the local bus network. The Bridge Street bus stop is just a short, two-minute walk away, providing quick connections for clients across Musselburgh and the wider Lothians area (served by Lothian Buses).

The team:

Dedicated artist Vanessa is passionate about meticulous work, offering services with the highest attention to detail and a commitment to hygiene. Trained by top industry brands, Vanessa uses quality products to create stunning, long-lasting results for both nails and lashes. She maintains a friendly, professional, and focused atmosphere, ensuring you leave your appointment feeling beautiful, confident, and refreshed.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Clean, professional, comfortable, and welcoming.
• Specializes in: Expert combined services: Nail Enhancements and Eyelash Treatments.