hair and beauty in Lothians

Women only salon

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.

LA Hair Solutions located on Comiston Road, a few minutes away from Morningside Parish Church.

The salon offers a relaxing space with charming decor for you to feel at ease and comfortable. Offering an array of services from tanning, waxing and hair colouring you can be sure to find the treatment which suits your needs. Their therapists are experts in their field with a mission to leave you feeling pampered and fabulous.

Brass is a recently renovated family ran salon in the heart of Edinburgh. Brass formerly Ritz Hair is has been in business since the 1980.Daryle, son of Ritz owners Lynne and James Davidson decided to change the name to modernise the Brand. Owner of Brass Daryle offers a friendly but professional salon with 5 stylists of all ages and hairdressing styles to cater for a wide variety of clients. We would love to see you at our unique salon.

Decorated in a pale Linen colour with gold trimmings and original autumn oak floors, this salon is spacious and inviting, with a family ran atmosphere.

Take just a quick peek at their menu and you'll find everything from cuts and blow-dries to Balayage, Highlights and many more colour techniques from our L’Oréal trained team.

You'll find them located in the city centre, only a 13-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station. Let the talented team at Brass Hair & Beauty provide you with a personalised experience you'll want to repeat.

An experienced team dedicated to helping you look and feel your best at Diamond Hair by Oana, Edinburgh. This hair studio is dedicated to high-end transformations and precision hair care. Specialising in bespoke hair colouring techniques, this studio is established as a chic and creative sanctuary for those seeking editorial-standard results

Nearest public transport:

The studio is exceptionally well-positioned on a major thoroughfare, close to plenty of public transport options. It is just a short 5-minute walk from South Gyle train station or a quick trip from the Gyle Centre tram stop. Numerous main bus routes also stop right outside on St John's Road, making it incredibly accessible.

The team:

Oana’s expertise lies in her technical mastery of complex hair goals - whether it’s achieving the perfect seamless balayage or bespoke technical colouring. Her attentive care and professional integrity ensure that every treatment is tailored to maintain hair health while achieving a flawless, diamond-standard finish.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly and modern setting
• Specialises in: Professional cuts, colouring, styling and treatment.
• The extra touches: Oana’s commitment to education; her background with top international academies means she brings the latest global trends and healthiest techniques directly to her clients.

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.

Kasia Robertson Cosmetics Clinic is a refined beauty destination in Edinburgh, offering advanced cosmetic treatments and personalised beauty services. Whether you're enhancing your natural features or exploring aesthetic options, Kasia delivers expert care with a gentle touch.

Nearest public transport:
Conveniently located near the Leven Street bus stop, making it easy to reach from across the city.

The team:
Run by Kasia, a skilled beauty professional known for her precision and warm client care.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Elegant, discreet, and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Beauty treatments.

Update your hair in an instant with SJ Creative, within X Creative Collaborative, 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, sunkissed 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 situated were you find plenty of buses and regular trams on Ocean Drive. Parking in Ocean Terminall multistory car park ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all hair enthusiasts.

The team:

Stacy's 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: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• Brand and products used: Wella, Maria Nila

AB Holistic Therapies - Edinburgh

Welcome to AB Holistic Therapies! My Name is Agnieszka Borowiec. I’m thrilled to share a little about myself and the journey that has brought me here. From the moment I started my journey into holistic health, I became fascinated by the human body – particularly the fascia. Yes, that web of connective tissue that most people overlook. But let me tell you, it’s a game changer when it comes to wellbeing!

I’ve gathered quite the toolbox of qualifications over the years, including:

- Holistic Massage
- Traditional Thai Massage
- Advanced Myofascial Release
- Multiple specialized courses in Myofascial Release (I can’t get enough!)
- Aesthetic Face Therapy and Aesthetic Osteopathy with the fabulous Marie Margo
- Face Split Massage with the talented Larisa Vitvinova
- Vacuum Therapy for both face and body from the Body Sign school
- Kinetic Chain Release and Connective Tissue Release courses with the incredible Hugh Gilbert

With this array of skills, I’ve dived headfirst into the world of deep reconstructive face therapies. They’re a real lifesaver for anyone dealing with face and jaw tension, migraines, swelling, and even facial asymmetry. Who knew that tension could make us look like we’ve just stepped off a rollercoaster?

But beyond the qualifications, it’s my caring attitude that I cherish most. I genuinely want to provide a nurturing space where you can relax, unwind, and let all those worries slip away. Here at AB Holistic Therapies, it’s not just about treating symptoms; it’s about building a partnership in your journey to wellness.

So if you're ready to embark on this holistic adventure with me, let’s uncover the wonders of your body together! Who knows, we might even have a few laughs along the way. Your wellbeing awaits!

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.

CM Hair is an established hair salon located within the Marriott hotel near Corstorphine, Edinburgh. Salon owner Cheryl has over 23 years experience in the industry and provides a variety of ladies' hair tinting and highlighting options alongside cutting and styling for both men and women.

Cheryl has learnt her trained whilst working with some of the most renowned figures in the world of hair. After completing her initial training and qualifications with Charlie Miller, she then went on the do further training with Toni & Guy and qualified with them too. She specialises in blow drying hair, and refuses to use straightening irons to finish a blow dry as she believes you should be able to achieve a sleek, smooth finish with a hairdryer and brush alone. Cheryl also likes to focus on the condition of hair and ensuring that clients can achieve the same salon finish at home. She achieves this by giving them a style they can work with and maintain, and by teaching them how to blow dry and style their own hair while she works her magic.

There is a Starbucks coffee bar available in the hotel, from which you can order any drinks and Cheryl also has a food menu available so you can nibble away while you have your hair done.

There is lots of hotel parking the clients to utilise and the salon is on many bus routes. The Gyle shopping centre, Edinburgh Airport and Maybury Casino are all very close, as is the city bypass, so CM Hair can be easily reached from all over the city and beyond.

Hairdressing by Wendy is a renowned hair salon based within Noirouge Hair & Beauty in the heart of Haymarket, Edinburgh. Wendy is committed to caring for clients, ensuring they have a relaxing and revitalising experience. All services are bespoke to the individual needs of each client. Hairdressing By Wendy believes that everyone is unique and beautiful, and so every client that visits will be treated as such.

Nearest public transport

Hairdressing By Wendy is easily accessible by public transport, with the West End tram stop and Haymarket station just a five-minute walk away. This makes it an ideal choice for those who prefer to travel by public transportation.

The team

Wendy, the business owner, is a Wella Colour Master Expert and balayage specialist, and the driving force behind Hairdressing By Wendy's success. Her dedication to client satisfaction and her keen eye for detail have earned her a loyal clientele who trust her with their hairdressing needs. Wendy's expertise and warm personality make every visit to the salon a pleasant experience.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Relaxing, professional, personalised.
• Specialises in: Colour.
• Brands and products used: Wella, K18, and Eleven Australia.

Polish Me Pretty is the place to go in Edinburgh for Organic & Vegan nail care as they present a selection of classic and gel manis, dipping powder, acrylic and gel extensions.

At Polish Me Pretty they really care about the health and wellbeing of you and your nails, that's why you'll only ever find brands that are toxic-free, cruelty-free, vegan and organic.

There's an impressive range of treatments to suit all preferences, so whether you fancy an express file and polish or a full-on mani, pedi pampering then you'll find exactly what you want.

To reach the salon there's a bus stop close by and on-street parking, so head over there today for a premium nail care experience.

A hair salon in Edinburgh, James Alexander Hair offers haircuts and hairdressing services and opens late to work around your schedule. With a strong reputation for his expertise, James Alexander has won many awards including 5 times regional finalist of The L'Oreal Colour Trophy.

Being small and intimate, the salon has a chilled atmosphere and lovely surroundings, where you can relax and be part of his team’s social environment. A modern salon with hints of a Parisian style decor and chic designs, it makes the place look spacious and elegant whilst feeling cosy. With lovely service and experienced hairdressers, why not treat yourself to a new haircut, effortless style or colour to bring out your natural beauty.

Lushwalk Beauty Salon is located on Easter Road in the area of Leith/Meadowbank area of Edinburgh.

They offer a wide array of treatments ranging from Shellac manicure, La Stone massages to Decleor facials. Their professional beauty therapists creates a pampering experience for you to come out feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Working with quality products such as Jessica Polish, Lycon and Sienna X they deliver quality services at great prices.

Step into a sleek sanctuary, where the vibes are as vibrant as the colours and the style game is always on point with Cascal Hair Studio, Edinburgh. These colour connoisseurs are here to elevate your look with a bespoke combination of creative colouring, hot haircuts and flawless finishes. Whether you're craving bold brunettes, fire-engine reds, or brilliant blondes, the spectrum of shades and classic cut services will leave you trimming over with confidence! Check out the hair extension services that are tailored to perfection, offering a variety of premium options, from seamless tape-ins to voluminous weaves and natural-looking clip-ins. Whether you're after length, volume, or a complete hair transformation, these expert stylists ensure flawless application and a perfectly blended, natural finish. So, don't get yourself into a hairy situation, stick with the pros at Cascal Hair Studio!

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 hair enthusiasts.

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: Transforming, professional chic, modern and friendly.
• Specialises in: Creating beauty, building relationships, and empowering individuals to embrace their unique identity through the art of hairdressing.
• The extra touches: As you settle in for your treatment you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.

Welcome to Skin N Tonic Aesthetics, a bright and fresh-looking beauty treatment room in Edinburgh. We offer a well-varied range of all the most effective targeted facials and treatments for the body. There are many anti-ageing solutions including all injectables, HIFU, CACI Non surgical face lifting, Fractional CO2 Laser and much more. We offer consultations to discuss different treatment options and a tailor made plan!

Nearest public transport:
The clinic is located a 5 minute walk the Haymarket train station with tram and bus links.

The team:
Therapist Amie brings over 10 years of experience specialising in semi-permanent makeup and microblading and is passionate about bringing the most innovative and effective treatments to the people of Edinburgh.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A cosy and bright treatment room, with a very clean and modern atmosphere.
• Specialises in: Skin & Tonic delivers a range of results-driven treatments including facials, body, nails and other beauty treatments.
• Brands and products used: Services are complemented with brands from Lynton, Skinade, Cryothetics, Obagi Medical, 3D Lypo, Coolift and Fibroblast for amazing results.
• The extra touches: Second location - first is based in Edinburgh and our new clinic is on Union St in Glasgow.

Welcome to By Hayley, a hairdresser within Lady Boss Hair & Beauty Academy, Musselburgh. 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 hair enthusiasts.

The team:

The owner is at the heart of the business. With a passion for hair 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 East Coast Waxing, Edinburgh. There are so many salons and therapists around these days and it can be hard to figure out your girl, yes, we all have our girls or boys for hair, nails and all our needs so here’s why you should consider East Coast. With 14+ years of industry experience the past six specialising in waxing and spray tanning so don’t worry honey, you’re in safe hands! They have the best quality products as they only use Lycon hot wax for all intimate waxes, underarms and even facial waxing, their spray tans are St Tropez and an array of nail products including CND plexigel so you are guaranteed the best quality always! The waxing takes as little as 20 minutes and spray tans that can be done in 15 minutes, there’s no reason you can’t fit treatments into hectic days. So whether you’re looking for on-point nails, lush lashes, baby-smooth skin or a gorgeous glow - book in, they got you boo!

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.

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.