hair and beauty in Greater Manchester

Centrally located on Rochdale's Yorkshire Street is Skinspiration, a private and discreet skin clinic which provides a variety of technologically advanced treatments to the local population. These include permanent laser hair removal, collagen-boosting facials, skin peels and tightening to name a few.

Owner Helima has many years of experience as an aesthetician and has perfected her skills within some of the area's largest and most well-loved beauty clinics and salons. She is a friendly therapist who gives each customer a warm welcome and consistently provides high-quality, professional treatment at extremely competitive prices.

Skinspiration can be found above Shoemaster on the semi-pedestrianised Yorkshire Street, near The Wheatsheaf Shopping Centre.

Don’t loc it till you’ve tried it with Divine Spot, Bolton, step into this trendy sanctuary, where the vibes are as vibrant as the colours and the style game is always on point. This is where top-tier techniques meet next-level creativity specialising in sleek braids, crisp dreads, trendy twists, and more. For those who desire slightly more bling, this squad’s got you covered. From diamond partings to chic knotless styles, these smooth operators are all about making it happen! Divine Spot isn't just a place for a new look - it's a destination for style and a good time. Whether embracing your natural hair journey or simply seeking to switch up your look, if you're looking for top-notch grooming, killer tunes, and a laid-back, hype atmosphere - this is the sign you've been looking for to get braid! Atta curl!

Nearest public transport:

A 3-minute walk from Bolton station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Divine Spot. 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 others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.

Indulge in your next self-care moment at Faded-ink, for tattoo removal and microneedling.

Nearest public transport:
Just a 4-minute walk from Holt Town train station.

The team:
Lloyd provides a wide range of treatments, creating ‘me-time’ moments that help her clients to look and feel their best.

What we liked about the venue

• Atmosphere: A relaxing space where clients can unwind.
• Specialises in: tattoo removal and microneedling.

Peace & Pout is a hair and beauty room located within Cielo Beauty in Swinton, Manchester.

The room offers a wide range of hair and beauty treatments to fit your needs.

From hair colouring, to spray tanning, the welcoming Zen space is your destination for beauty and hair perfection.

If the Manchester pace is starting to wear you down, The Retreat Massage & Spa is your local exit strategy. Located on Cheetham Hill Road, this spot does exactly what it says on the tin: it provides a space to get away from it all and actually relax. It’s a no-nonsense, high-quality massage and recovery studio where the focus is entirely on getting those knots out and helping you decompress.

Nearest public transport:

Conveniently situated in the Cheetham Hill area, the venue is well-connected by local bus routes, making it an easy trip from the city centre or North Manchester.

The team:

The team here is experts in the art of the "ahhh" moment. They are seasoned pros who know how to find the tension you didn't even know you were carrying. Whether you’re coming in with a specific injury or just a general sense of being "over it," they tailor their pressure and technique to make sure you walk back out onto Cheetham Hill Road feeling two inches taller.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cosy, quiet, and unpretentious, the perfect vibe for a proper reset.
• Specialises in: Targeted massage treatments designed to melt away stress and fix those stubborn aches.
• The extra touches: In a city where finding a spot for your car can be a headache, the free parking here is a total game-changer. Top that off with free refreshments, and you’ve got a stress-free experience from start to finish

Dye another day, with Hannibal Hair, Sale. Witness the transformation as frizz is tamed, curls are defined, and your hair emerges with a killer lustre and life. Discover the art of hair customization through this scissor scholar's expert cutting, colouring and installation techniques. To get to the heart of the matter, brand new hair is the ultimate power statement, so book now, devour the fab menu, and get caught red-handed transforming into the man-eater you were born to be!

Nearest public transport:

An 3 minute walk from sale train station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Hannibal 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.
• Brands and products used: Matrix - it's a cut above the rest.
• The extra touches: You will be greeted with a complimentary beverage menu, featuring everything from artisanal teas and gourmet coffee to chilled cucumber water and Chianti.

Altri Medical is a doctor-led Medical, Surgical and Aesthetics clinic based at 35a Stamford New Road in Altrincham, offering a comprehensive range of medical and non-surgical aesthetic treatments under the supervision of GMC-registered doctors. The clinic is structured to provide a professional medical setting where clients can access evidence-based treatments delivered with clinical accuracy, ensuring that every procedure is grounded in medical assessment rather than cosmetic trends.

Nearest public transport:

The salon is a three-minute walk from the The Downs bus stop (ID: MANJPTWA).

The Team

At Altri Medical, a small team of devoted and highly skilled staff members works diligently to take care of each client. Despite their size, they are known for their remarkable ability to offer personalised services, ensuring every client leaves the salon feeling and looking their best.

What we like about the venue

Atmosphere: Cosy, Elegant
Specialises in: diagnostic and medical checks.

Hair by Natalie is Centrally located in westhoughton. Step into modern luxury, Natalie’s hair salon offers a number of hair treatments. Once inside you won’t be disappointed, always a friendly, professional atmosphere.

Eyebrows by Rose is a specialist brow and lash studio in Manchester, located inside the stylish Yugen Beauty Studio on Palatine Road, Northenden. Focused on enhancing natural features, this boutique beauty space offers expert treatments including eyebrow tinting, brow shaping, lash lifts, and lash extensions. Every treatment is carefully tailored to complement your face shape, helping you achieve fuller brows, defined lashes, and a polished everyday look.

Situated in Northenden, close to Wythenshawe and Didsbury, the studio is ideal for anyone searching for professional brow and lash treatments in South Manchester. Whether you're after a subtle brow refresh or a more dramatic lash transformation, Eyebrows by Rose provides results designed to last and simplify your beauty routine.

Nearest public transport:

The studio is conveniently located on Palatine Road, one of South Manchester’s main transport routes. Frequent buses including the 43, 103 and 263 stop nearby, providing direct connections to Manchester City Centre, Didsbury, Wythenshawe and Manchester Airport. The area also offers nearby parking, making the salon easy to reach by car.

The team:

Rose is a dedicated brow and lash specialist with a strong focus on precision and personalised beauty. Known for her attention to detail and friendly approach, she takes the time to understand each client’s desired look, creating bespoke treatments that enhance natural beauty while maintaining a comfortable and relaxing experience.

What we love about the venue:

Atmosphere: Modern, calm and welcoming
Specialises in: Eyebrow tinting, brow shaping, lash lifts and lash extensions
Location: Convenient South Manchester beauty studio in Northenden

Ramune Dakin Permanent Makeup is a specialist PMU and advanced skin clinic located in Broadway, Chadderton, specialising in soft powder brows, ombré lip blush, expert brow waxing, and professional tinting. Alongside permanent makeup, I also offer advanced skin treatments including microneedling, chemical peels, LED light therapy, and bespoke facials tailored to your skin's needs.

With a dedicated focus on facial harmony, skin health, and natural-looking results, every treatment is personalised to enhance your features, boost your confidence, and simplify your beauty routine.

Nearest public transport:

The clinic is conveniently located on Broadway, Chadderton, making it easily accessible from across Greater Manchester. It is situated on a main road with excellent public transport links, with several regular bus services stopping nearby and providing direct connections to Oldham, Manchester City Centre, Middleton, and Rochdale. For those travelling by tram, the nearest Metrolink stops, including Freehold and Westwood, are just a short drive away, offering easy access from across the Greater Manchester network. Free on-street parking is also available nearby for clients travelling by car.

The team:

Lead artist and founder Ramune is a highly skilled permanent makeup and skin specialist, known for her meticulous attention to detail and artistic precision. With a deep passion for facial aesthetics, brow architecture, and skin health, Ramune takes a tailored approach to every treatment, ensuring that each procedure is carefully customised to complement the client's unique facial features, skin tone, and individual goals.

Whether performing semi-permanent makeup, brow treatments, microneedling, chemical peels, LED light therapy, or advanced facials, her focus is always on achieving natural-looking, long-lasting results. Her professional, friendly, and calm manner helps clients feel comfortable and confident throughout their treatment, while maintaining the highest standards of safety, hygiene, and client care.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, clinical, and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Semi-Permanent Brows, Precision Brow Waxing & Tinting and advanced facials.

I'm a Toni and Guy and Nicky Clarke trained hairstylist with 25 years experience. I also had the opportunity to work back stage at London Fashion Week - which was absolutely amazing!
From precision cuts or complete restyles, a root touch up, highlights and lived-in balayage. We'll work together and create something that'll suit you. I'm also a bridal hair specialist and love helping brides look and feel amazing on their special day.

We'll have a thorough consultation and then let's see what we can create!

Love ADELE x

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What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Relaxing, professional, and welcoming.
• Specialises in: High-end hair transformations, custom hair colouring, balayage and precision cuts tailored to your unique profile.

TJ Aesthetics is located in the centre of Manchester. The venue prides itself on providing a personalised and dedicated service to each client.

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 beauty enthusiasts.

The team:

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

Welcome to Face Guru, a premium GP clinic in central Manchester, specialising in advanced face and body sculpting and aesthetic wellness. They're known for delivering confidence-boosting results tailored to you. Their clinics are based within professional medical settings, giving you the perfect balance of beauty, safety and expertise. Every treatment is carried out by highly trained practitioners with years of experience in aesthetics, supported by medical oversight.

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 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.

Ask Aesthetics is an aesthetic and training clinic located in Manchester that offers a variety of cosmetic treatments.

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 beauty enthusiasts.

The team:

The team at Ask Aesthetics is composed of well-qualified and experienced aesthetic practitioners who deliver treatments in a professional and supportive environment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: modern and friendly
• Specialises in: beauty treatments, wellness

Welcome to Beauty By Irene, Wigan. From natural-looking lash extensions and brow shaping to knotless braids, wig customisation and protective styling, they blend creativity with professional technique to bring out your best features. They use premium products suitable for all hair types and textures, ensuring comfort, care and long-lasting results.

Nearest public transport:

Wigan Wallgate station is only a 4-minute stroll away. Plenty of paid parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:

At Beauty By Irene, you’ll enjoy a friendly atmosphere, expert advice and a commitment to making every client feel confident and cared for.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, modern and friendly.
• Specialises in: Exceptional beauty treatments, from braids, lash and brow services, to help you be the best version of yourself.

Looking for a place to take care of your hair and beauty in one visit? Fara Hair & Beauty Leigh Salon is a hair and beauty salon offering professional treatments in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Each service is tailored to help clients look and feel their best.

Nearest public transport:

Bengal Street bus stop is just 8-minutes walk away.

The team:

A skilled and friendly team of hair and beauty professionals who take the time to understand each client’s needs. They combine expertise, attention to detail and personalised advice to deliver great results.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, calm and inviting.
• Specialises in: Hair and beauty.

Madre's Hair Salon is a luxury boutique setting in Timperley, Trafford, for haircutting, colouring and styling catering for men, women and children.

Opened in 2018, this well-received hair haunt has become the go-to place for keeping your locks in tip-top shape.

Combining over 5-years experience and well-known brands such as Joico, Fudge and Label M, your stylist will leave you with an amazing head of hair.

There's a decent choice of treatments to choose from here, whether you're looking for a hot new haircut that will flatter your features or simply want to freshen up your highlight.

To access the salon, take advantage of the of free parking that is on the drive the salon is located in the back garden with all facilities and can be accessed by the side gate

There's no better feeling than a stunning new style or colour to give you that feel-good vibe and the stylists at Madre's Hair Salon are certainly in the know.

In memory of a loving mother, Denise McCloy.

Hair Sabina Beauty is a renowned hair salon, situated in the bustling city of Manchester. This popular venue is known for its exceptional services and commitment to client satisfaction.

Nearest public transport:

An 11-minute walk from Navigation Road station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Hair Sabina Beauty. Plenty of free and paid parking is available close by for those arriving by car.

The team:

This dream team has years of experience, yet they all ensure they are trained in the newest styles and to the highest standards.

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: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Nestled in the heart of Bromley Cross, Bliss Beauty is a modern home-based venue specialised in nail services. This venue offers a tranquil retreat for those seeking a satisfying beauty experience.

Nearest public transport:

The shop is easily accessible by public transport, and it's just 1 minute away from the Hospital Road bus stop (line 541).

The team:

The owner is an experienced nail technician who is happy to welcome each client into her salon and always goes the extra mile to guarantee a pleasing experience for everybody.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: modern, welcoming.
• Specialises in: BIAB nails.
• Brands and products used: The Gel Bottle, Glossify.