hair and beauty in Lothians

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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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.

Fall in love with amazing Japanese Face Lifting Massage at Royal Beauty Permanent & Aesthetic. With beautifully bold or delicately demure permanent make-up applications let the glamour goddess in you awaken. Book yourself in for an aesthetic adventure with beauty so good you'll be back in a heartbeat.

Nearest public transport:

There are plenty of local bus routes in the area to keep you well connected.

The team:

With the make-up magician on hand, you'll find no blurred lines here.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Tranquil, glamorous and friendly.
• Specialises in: Permanent make-up, Japanese manual face lifting therapies, beauty treatments, skin boosters,
• The extra touches: Don't get your tongue in a twist, as these sassy stylists speak both English and Polish fluently,

Hannah offers high quality treatments using high quality products from a treatment room based in Modello hair salon in Bonnyrigg. Formerly based at 56 Newington Road, luxury home salon opening early 2027.

Hannah has almost 19 years industry experience, and specialises in brow, intimate waxing and skin treatments.

In the heart of Edinburgh, you’ll find the fabulous Beauty Hive.

Here you can choose from a select range of treatments, including gel nails, waxing and eyebrows.

Your highly-experienced therapist uses only the best products, like The Gel Bottle and Harley Wax, to achieve professional results.

This modern venue based within NoiRouge is conveniently located with tram, train and bus stops nearby.

Book in and let the wonderful Ailsa take great care of you today.

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.

At The Beauty Lounge by Lynzi, within Live Aveda Hair in Portobello, Edinburgh, you can choose from a select range of treatments, including waxing, eyebrows, lash lifts and gel nails. With plenty to tempt you, schedule an appointment today and let the expert team truly spoil you.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is situated in the bustling beach town of Portobello on the high street with a great bus route with free street parking nearby.

The team:

With over 25 years of experience in the beauty industry expect a professional, friendly service. Lyndsay's treatments are carried out to a high standard with quality products. She is qualified in many treatments and enjoys the variety, specialising particularly in intimate waxing which is carried out efficiently and to the highest standards.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, welcoming and bright.
• Specialises in: Intimate Waxing, eyebrow/lashes and nail treatments.
• Brands and products used: The Gel Bottle, Harley Wax and Lash & Brow Bomb.

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.

Cute Threading Nails & Beauty is a vibrant salon offering a selection of beauty favourites including manicures, threading, eyelash extensions and brows.

This perfectly pink salon is located in Clermiston, Edinburgh and offers free on-street parking nearby.

Pop in for a relaxing manicure, get ready for a special occasion with new brows and lashes, or let the expert threading team leave you feeling silky smooth and ready to face the world!

Free parking is available at the salon on the road outside and the venue has wheelchair access.

Feel #cute after a visit to Cute Threading Nails & Beauty.

Based within Rejuv Clinic on Queensferry Road, you'll find Kara Beauty. A renowned and quaint beauty treatment room providing a selection of semi-permanent makeup, facial, and brow treatments.

Nearest public transport:

The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team:

Kamilla is a true genius in the craft, so you can be sure to feel safe and in good hands.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Welcoming, friendly and professional.
• Specialises in: Beauty.
• Brands and products used: PhiBrows, Nouveau, Eve Taylor and IMAGE.

Break out of any style rut with a trip to Leith's Fundamental Salon.

A fresh, vibrant take on the traditional salon experience, this urban styled hairdressers brings you a full Wella colour and unisex styling fit for any preference.

Founded in 2019, options cover detailed updos, stylised blow drys for restored shape and volume as well as an assortment of carefully matched colour techniques..

Set in the centre of Leith, Fundamental Salon is not only reachable by bus or car, five minute walk from the tram stop on leith walk.

Lucerna is a wellness sanctuary, expertly managed by a professional Holistic Therapist, Amanda. Dedicated to enhancing holistic and energy healing rituals. Combining ancient wisdom with modern techniques, Amanda offers personalized treatments designed to balance the mind, body, and spirit. Services include energy healing, aromatherapy, crystal therapy, Harmony massage®, Harmony Crystal Facial'®, Maria Alfieris deep fascia release head to toe combinations and much more! bespoke therapies that promote deep relaxation, rejuvenation, and overall well-being. Committed to nurturing inner harmony, Amanda creates a serene environment where clients can experience transformative rituals tailored to their unique needs. By integrating holistic practices with expert care, Amanda empowers individuals to restore natural energy flow, reduce stress, and achieve lasting vitality. Whether seeking physical renewal or spiritual alignment, Amanda provides a comprehensive approach to wellness that fosters healing from within.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is highly accessible for a smooth, straightforward commute and is wonderfully close to public transportation. Situated in the well-connected area of Corstorphine, it is brilliantly serviced by an extensive network of local buses, making your journey from the wider Edinburgh area completely hassle-free.

The team:

The passionate therapist Amanda, experts at the helm operate with a deep dedication to your overall well-being. Completely bypassing standardised routines, she champions a highly personalised approach. By taking the time to thoroughly consult with you, Amanda ensures every single massage stroke, facial technique, energy, body work, combinations, pedicure, waxing and eye treatment is flawlessly tailored to your specific needs, body, and aesthetic goals.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A serene, welcoming, and fully inclusive sanctuary featuring full wheelchair access, deliberately designed to provide a deeply relaxing escape from the bustling city.
• Specialises in: Comprehensive beauty and holistic wellness, featuring an array of restorative massages and energy work, alongside premium facials, beautiful nails, expert waxing, and defining eye treatments.
• The extra touches: Arriving is an absolute breeze thanks to the highly convenient free parking available right nearby, allowing you to simply sit back, relax, and fully immerse yourself in your premium pampering session.

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

Working from my home-based studio allows me to offer plenty of availability for a range of specialised massages, including Sports Massage, Indian Head Massage and Lymphatic Drainage.

The dedicated room is within a main-door basement.

My training is primarily in Sports Massage, but I find myself increasingly drawn to understanding and alleviating chronic tension caused by the stresses of day to day life.

Discover your best beauty self with Umi Beauty, Edinburgh. Dive into this goldmine of glamour with the finest in falsies and manis & pedis aplenty, these sassy stylists are truly in a lash league of their own. So whether you're on the lookout for some diva digits or you need a quick fuss-free de-fuzz session, then look no further than Umi Beauty, for service and style that goes above and beyond

Nearest public transport:

You'll find that Edinburgh Waverley train station is just a 20-minute stroll away, with plenty of local bus and tram routes that'll keep you well connected to the local area.

The team:

Together with skill and a keen eye for detail this dream team know how to bring their A-game, leaving you with statement manicure status.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, classic and friendly.
• Specialises in: Enhancing your natural beauty.
• The extra touches: English, Mandarin and Cantonese are all spoken in the salon, plus organic and vegan brands are used, for that extra peace of mind.

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.

Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at Ultimate Beauty, Edinburgh, that is the ultimate goal. With an extensive list of tried and tested treatments that'll remind you of the goddess you truly are. Perfect, for lovers of everything and anything beauty-related, if you're looking to be primped, preened, polished and pampered, then go ahead and spoil yourself with a trip to Ultimate Beauty.

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:

With tons of experience, this skilful technician will bring your visions to reality, as you emerge as the epitome of timeless elegance.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, 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.

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.

Welcome to Trim 2 Fresh, Edinburgh. This shop mixes old-school barbershop vibes with modern flair to create the perfect spot to relax whilst they handle the rest. From skin fades and classic cuts to beard sculpting and precision braids, they'll get your style exactly where it needs to be. For mastery, style and services that hit the mark every time, we moustache you to book an appointment today!

Nearest public transport:

The Shore tram station is a 14-minute walk away. Plenty of paid parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:

These scissors scholars believe that grooming is an essential part of self-care and strive to create an environment where their customers can feel calm, comfortable and confident.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Legendary, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Confidence served by the inch; from fringe to fade!
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Nails By Leeanne, located in Edinburgh offers all of the nail essentials - from manicures and pedicures to nail extensions. For a well-deserved treat and to add some extra drama to your nails, book in for an appointment with nail expert LeeAnne today.

The team:
LeeAnne used to work at Nail Inc and has over 20 years of experience in the nail industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly.
• Specialises in: BIAB nails and gel extensions.
• Brands and products used: Kiara Sky, Nail Order, Premier Gel, The Gel Bottle.
• The extra touches: Uses cruelty-free and vegan nail products.