hair and beauty in Lothians

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.

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.

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 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.

Located in the heart of Bruntsfield Place, Beauty Essentials Beauty Spa is a sanctuary offering luxury treatments for your skin, nails, brows, and lashes. Clients can enjoy their Hydration boost Facials for glowing skin, flawless nail extensions, and expert brow and lash lifts or tints. The elegant and welcoming space provides a relaxing atmosphere where the skilled team enhances each client’s natural beauty with care and precision.

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:

Together with their skills, experience and a great eye for detail, this talented team aim to have you looking and feeling your best.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: modern and friendly.
• Specialises in: beauty
• The extra touches: wheelchair accessible, parking available, free non-alcoholic refreshments

Welcome to DMS Beauty, your new go-to destination for flawless nails, expert waxing and stunning lash extensions. Our welcoming vibe and chic space make every visit feel like self-care you'll look forward to.

Nearest public transport
Frequent Lothian Buses services stop a short walk from the venue, including:

Bus routes: 20, 30, 34, 36 and 44

Your Therapist
I provide a professional lash, waxing and nail services in a welcoming environment. My goal is to help each client feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in their own skin. With a focus on quality, detail, and cleanliness, I strive to ensure every service is a positive experience and leaves you feeling polished and refreshed.

What we like about the venue :
Atmosphere : Luxurious, modern and calm.
Specialises in : Waxing, Manicure, Pedicure and Lash Extensions

Brand : CND Shellac, Elim, Lashbase and Wax One.

B H Nail Tech is a nail salon operating within Dune Hair and Beauty studio. They are one of the only salons in Edinburgh specialising in Silk and Fibreglass Extensions and Overlays, but also offer an extensive range of classic nail services like French Manicures. If you’re in need of a touch-up, Beatrice has special prices available for Soak-offs, Nail Repair and Shellac Reapplication, as well as the new Builder In A Bottle (BIAB) gel treatments.

Beatrice’s knowledge and experience are evidenced by her attention to detail and thorough work. She makes sure her clients’ nails look great from every angle. If you’re in the Edinburgh area, B H Nail Tech is on London Road near Regent Garden. The many buses servicing the area make the salon easy to reach. If you’re looking for an expert whose professionalism is unmatched, book an appointment at B H Nail Tech.

Located in Morningside, Technik Hair Design is a cosy salon offering a wide range of hairdressing services at reasonable prices. The salon has a funky, fresh look with a bustling and friendly atmosphere.

Enjoy a beverage while the experienced and dedicated team of hairdressers style your hair to perfection. The passionate staff are always inspired to meet your expectations, creating a unique style that suits you and ensuring that you leave the salon feeling pampered and refreshed.

Refresh your look at Beauty Headquarters Edinburgh, the city centre salon ready and waiting to primp and polish your nails, skin, eyebrows and eyelashes.

Having opened its doors in autumn 2018, the sparkling new salon is a cosy haven for all kinds of beauty treatments, with its light and fresh-faced decor creating a relaxing setting for a little bit of pampering.

Home to a powerhouse of qualified professionals with more than 10 years of experience behind them, together with a product list including Gel Bottle and Dermalogica, this salon offers a recipe for success.

The rich collection of services includes nail extensions, deluxe massages, eye enhancements, waxing and facials, so you'll be spoilt for choice and sure to find the results you desire.

Ideally based 5 minutes from Princes Street in the centre of Edinburgh, with parking nearby, there's nothing stopping from you sitting back for a moment of indulgence at Beauty Headquarters.

Based within Escape Hairdressing on Montrose Terrace, Edinburgh, Velvet Brows is an eyebrow and eyelash studio that provides a specialist range of bespoke services. Choose from classic and innovative treatments that include threading, tinting, eyebrow lamination, lash lifts and semi-permanent eyebrow techniques.

The salon is located close to Royal Terrace Gardens, just a short walk from Edinburgh Waverly station. For an efficient, professional treatment from a true beauty specialist, book your next appointment at Velvet Brows.

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.

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.

Alisha Beauty Parlour is a unique and vibrant beauty salon, located on Gorgie Road between the areas of Gorgie and Dalry to the west of Edinburgh. Owned by two loving sisters who specialise in threading, they also offer nails, facials, tinting and waxing amongst other treatments.

This is your go-to salon for impeccable beauty treatments provided by friendly, professional and talented therapists. Every service on the menu is adapted to the personal needs and taste of each client and Nipa and Muni take all the time necessary to understand what look or style their clients want to achieve. Whether you come in for a manicure, eyelash extensions, cleansing facial or Indian head massage, the goal of this salon's team is to provide a therapeutic escape from the stress and ruckus of everyday life.

Alisha Beauty Parlour benefits from on-street parking just around the corner on Robertson Avenue.

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.

Etre Belle is a salon located in Newington, specialising in a wide range of hairdressing and beauty treatments offered by a friendly and welcoming team.

Trained by Charlie Miller, the team are very experienced in the hair and beauty industry. Whether you need your nails done or just a simple haircut and blow dry, their team are ready to work to their best abilities to exceed your expectations. They make sure that you feel fabulous after you walk out the salon and get excited about your next visit.

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.

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.

Face Body & Mind Therapies: Your Holistic Wellness Hub is a home-based massage and therapy room insituated in the southwestern piart of Edinburgh. This studio is a space where a holistic approach to relaxation and therapy merges with the warmth of a home environment.This oasis of relaxation offers a wide range of treatments focused on wellness. The cosy atmosphere of this venue, alongside the extra care put into every appointment, makes it a must-visit for a moment of self-care. Book now and enjoy a new level of relaxation!

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently located near many public transport options, such as the Clovenstone Road bus stop, making it easy for each visitor to reach. For drivers: free, guaranteed parking space.

The team:

Magdalena, an expert masseuse therapist with vast experience in the field, leads Face Body & Mind Therapies with passion and professionalism. She strives to guarantee a satisfying experience for every client. With a patient-centred approach, Magdalena tailors every treatment to meet your unique needs and goals.

What we like about the venue:

Relaxation & Anti-Stress Body Massages

Therapeutic Body Massages

Luxurious Facial

• Atmosphere: Clean, professional and comforting.
• Specialises in: Body and face massages, reflexology and manual therapies, to melt every tension away.
• Brands and products used: Paris Evoluderm, to guarantee the best professional care.

At Face Body & Mind Therapies, I don't just offer massages; I offer time for you, where your body and mind regain their full harmony.

Take some time for yourself. Pick up one of the treatments in the menu to refresh your body, balance your mind and your inner energy. Harmonious Life located in central Edinburgh, at the second floor of the Sir Arthur Conan Doyle Centre, a beautiful historic building.

Meet one of our experienced and passionate therapists:

Giovanna a massage therapist with over 20 years of experience, originating from Italy.

Wissem originating from Tunisia, a massage therapist with over 10 years of experience.

Harmonious Life is the space where everybody will be able to find their own favourite treatment tailored to their needs.

Get back to the hair necessities, with James Dickson Hair, Edinburgh and give yourself something to root home about. Through this scissor scholar's expert cutting and colouring techniques, you'll re-discover the art of hair customization and those bad hair days will soon become a pigment of your imagination. Whatever you desire, from raven blacks, copper reds and caramel blondes, the spectrum of shades and classic cut services aim to leave you and your hair with a newfound lustre and life. Pencil in and start living for that mirror moment!

Nearest public transport:

A 17-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at James Dickson 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.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible and as you settle in for your treatment you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.