hair and beauty in Scotland

Avant’s Edinburgh skin clinic is a refined destination for skincare expertise and innovation, inviting you to experience expert-led treatments in a tranquil setting at the heart of the city. Housed within an 18th-century Georgian townhouse, Avant’s Edinburgh Skin Clinic blends original architectural elegance with a refined, contemporary aesthetic. A private treatment room provides a calm, discreet setting for expert-led, results-focused skincare. The curated treatment menu ranges from advanced express services to immersive therapies using their award-winning skincare, expertly tailored to each client. Whether for a brief reset or a more immersive visit, the clinic offers a private, understated retreat in the centre of Edinburgh.

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.

Welcome to The World Cut, Glasgow, the ultimate in grooming and relaxation. An unassuming diamond in the rough this urban oasis is designed with a classic, modern touch, blending vintage decor with contemporary furnishings to create a unique and welcoming atmosphere. Specializing in everything from skin fades and beard trims to the classic short, back and sides, this smooth operator is experienced and knowledgeable, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your desired look. So if you're looking for the perfect blend of mastery, style and services, then we must-ache you to pencil in an appointment today.

Nearest public transport:

Anniesland station is just around the corner, being only a 3-minute walk away.

The team:

This scissor scholar believes that grooming is an essential part of self-care and strives to create an environment where his customers can feel relaxed, comfortable, and confident.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Iconic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Barbering and fades.
• Products and brands used: Nish Man
• The extra touches: English and Persian are spoken fluently at the venue.

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.

Kismet's Beauty is a fun and friendly beauty salon located in the Leith area in Edinburgh. Gel nails, massage and waxing are only a few of the treatments offered by this team of professionals. Please note Kismet's Beauty treats female only clients.

BrawByAimee is a renowned beauty salon nestled in the heart of Glasgow. This exquisite venue boasts a warm and welcoming atmosphere, inviting clients to relax and enjoy top-notch beauty services.

Nearest public transport:

Glasgow central station

Buchanan bus station

argyle street subway station

The salon is a one-minute walk from the Bothwell Street bus stop (ID: 45243258).

The Team

At BrawByAimee, 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: basic and advanced beauty services.

Vici is a fun and friendly hair and beauty salon located in the Leith area in Edinburgh. Gel nails, hair colouring and waxing are only a few of the treatments offered by this team of professionals.

Nearest public transport:
Dudley Crescent bus stop is only a few minutes away.

The team:
The friendly and experienced team offers a wide variety of high-quality services that will have you covered from head to toe.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, friendly, fun and relaxed.
• Specialises in: Hair, nails, makeup, beauty and aesthetics.
• Brands and products used: Bio Sculpture Gel and The Gel Bottle.
• The extra touches: The salon offers tea, coffee, water and juices and on Fridays a glass of Prosecco.

The Ruby Room Training Studio is a top-tier salon situated in Rosyth. This venue is known for its expert services and commitment to ensuring clients leave with a smile on their faces.

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:

At The Ruby Room Training Studio, a small yet dedicated team of staff members work tirelessly to take care of their clients. They are experienced, professional, and always ready to provide exceptional service. The team's focus is on creating a comfortable, welcoming environment where clients can relax while receiving top-notch hair care services. Their expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction make them stand out in the field.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cosy, 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.

Directly in front of Kelvinhall SPT subway station in the Hyndland area of Glasgow, Virgo Beauty & Skincare offer a range of service aimed to make you look and feel your best.

They have the latest professional equipment for laser hair removal and skincare treatments. All their skin therapists and beauticians are certified and professionally qualified to give you peace of mind in everything they do.

Virgo Beauty & Skincare welcomes you for a free consultation and skin analysis before your skincare and laser hair removal treatment as well as a patch test for all beauty services.

At this venue, you’ll find artistic lash and brow design, essential waxing and makeovers with express lashes. Virgo is also home to a full nail bar with indulgent spa manicures and pedicures and a choice of nail extensions with optional nail art. They have over 400 gel nail colours to choose from! In the luxury pedicure area, there are professional luxury pedicure chairs – while your feet are soaking in the warm water, you can get a massage as well! They also offer full body waxing for ladies.

Post work appointments are available on Thursdays and Fridays with a late-night opening until 7pm.

Brows & Co is a trendy boutique studio that offers a range of Brow & Lash treatments. Our Brow & Lash bar was founded in 2018 by senior brow artist and the salon owner Naziyah. Our team is built up of friendly professionals who are fully qualified, educated, experienced, and who have been selectively hand-picked by Naz. Within the space of a year of opening the studio, Brows&Co has won two awards. ‘Brow Bar of the Year’ 2019 at the first Scottish NBL Awards. Our highly motivated and experienced team strives to push the boundaries of beauty in the latest techniques and is always growing our extensive knowledge & practice in all the latest brow trends.

Nearest public transport:

Local bus services connect the salon. The Shore tram stop is a 5-minutes walk away.

The team:

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

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Very modern and professional.
• Specialises in: Brows.
• Brands and products used: HD Brows. Cruelty-free, organic, and vegan products are used.
• The extra touches: Free and paid parking is available.

What we like about the venue✨ Glow starts here — nails, brows, lashes & facials.
💅 Fresh nails. Fresh mood.
🌸 Beauty that makes you feel unstoppable.
✨ Glasgow’s go-to for nails, skin & lashes.
💖 Treat yourself — you deserve it.
🌿 HydroFacial glow activated.
👁️ Brow + lash perfection, every time.
💆 Relax. Refresh. Reveal your glow.
💗 Self-care looks good on you.
✨ Nails on point. Skin on glow.:

Working from within Loft 28 salon in Edinburgh's Old Town, Hair by Natalia Orszt specialises in bespoke colours and precision unisex cutting.

Stylist Natalia offers a comprehensive colour menu which includes everything from easy to manage, natural-looking highlights to modern pastel colouring and the popular freehand balayage and ombre techniques. In hair styling, you'll find intricate updos, sleek blow-dries, quick trims and complete restyles designed to retain their shape long after you have left the salon. Family friendly, there are cuts for kids too.

Competent conversing in both Polish and English Natalia offers free, professional consultations and aftercare advice on each service. Situated just South of Edinburgh castle, Loft 28 is just a short walk from the heart of Edinburgh and along several main bus routes.

Welcome to Studio@107, a stylish boutique beauty studio offering the absolute best in beauty treatments and skincare within a friendly and professional setting.

The venue is easily accessible by bus, with East Kilbride station nearby.

**I am currently healing from a hand injury and will not be available until August. If you would like to be contacted upon my return, please put your name on the waiting list or contact me directly. Thank you for your understanding and I'm sorry for the inconvenience.**

Camdoonen Integrative Therapies is centrally located in charming Polwarth neighbourhood, independently working within Active Health Physiotherapy clinic. They offer a holistic approach to wellness, with every treatment customised to the client's specific goals, injury history, and current physical and emotional needs. They offer treatments such as:

• Myofascial release
• Cupping therapy
• Craniosacral therapy
• Somatic therapy
• Remedial massage

Nearest public transport:

Venue is easily accessible by several Lothian buses and is less than a 15 minute walk from Haymarket Station.

Parking:

The venue does not have on-site parking. There is off-street pay-and-display parking available, and parking (including permit holder only) is free after 5:30pm and on Sundays.

The team:

Camdoonen is managed by Elizabeth Reese, a massage therapist with over 11 years of experience and 1000+ hours of training. Predominantly using techniques such as myofascial release and craniosacral therapy, she helps clients with pain relief, injury rehabilitation, symptom management for chronic conditions, stress relief, and nervous system dysregulation. Elizabeth has a genuine desire to help others achieve optimum holistic health and does so by providing a calm, clean, and safe environment for her clients to feel at ease.

Accessibility

The venue has a buzzer system to enter that is about 5 feet high. There are no stairs to enter the building and the treatment room is less than 10 feet from the front door. The massage therapist uses unscented products for sensory-sensitive people and nut-free products to avoid allergic reactions. If you have mobility restrictions, would like to request neurodivergent accommodations, or have any additional concerns regarding accessibility, please contact support@camdoonen.com

Update your hair in an instant with Hairvana Glasgow. 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, sun-kissed and autumnal highlights. This is creative colouring done right. So, sit back, relax, and the resident scissor scholars 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 located within a 3-minute walk of St. George's Cross subway station and various public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey 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: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: All hairdressing, helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.

Angels World, within London, is the spot for killer nail extensions, right in the heart of the city’s coolest district. Specialising in everything from sleek acrylics to luxe gel extensions, this salon is where creativity meets perfection. Whether you’re going for sharp stilettos, trendy coffin shapes, or a classic almond set, the nail techs here are absolute pros at crafting looks that slay. No request is too extra, from chrome finishes and hand-painted designs to 3D embellishments and custom art. Angels World knows that nails are more than just an accessory; they’re a statement, and polishing up nicely isn’t just a beauty treatment - it’s a must-have part of your aesthetic and vibe. Diva up your digits at Angels World.

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:

These glamour gurus will curate a palette of colours and styles that will leave you breathless. Experience the perfection of precision shaping and flawless polishing that will make heads turn.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, vibrant and friendly.
• Specialises in: Brows, lashes and all types of nails, from bright and dynamic to classy and chic.

• UPDATE - NEW LOCATION

Angela Carr Hairdressing, a self employed stylist based within Connolly Hair salon in The New Town area of Edinburgh, With a wealth of experience i will provide an excellent service at affordable prices in a warm inviting salon

An experienced colourist who specialises in hair treatments including Low Maintenance Balayage, Grey Blending or Root touch up, Keratin Smoothing treatments, Face Framing Highlights with Bouncy Blow drys and much more!

Not sure whats for you, not a problem just send me a message or book consultation.

Nearest public transport:
Located just minutes from the city centre, the salon is well-connected by bus and Edinburgh Central train station is just an 15minute walk away.

The team:
Angela has over 30 years of experience in the hair industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Luxurious, relaxed, friendly, warm.
• Specialises in: Balayage and hair colouring.
• Brands and products used: Redken, Olaplex, Pureology, Kerastraight.
• The extra touches: Refreshments such as tea, coffee and soft drinks are available for clients.

Welcome to VILARA WELLNESS LOUNGE . Step into this sanctuary of relaxation with soothing sensations that seamlessly intertwine. Embrace the luxury of diverse massage techniques, each artfully designed to cater to your unique needs; you'll feel yourself descend into a blissful state with the gentle rhythm of each stroke, as you're transported to a realm of utter serenity, where worries are left behind and calmness becomes your companion.

Nearest public transport:

Barrack Street Bus Stop (2, 60, 60A) is located a 3 minutes walk away, while High Street (Glasgow) station just 9, so you'll have no problem keeping connected.

The team:

With their years of experience, this maestro of massage, Elena, is 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: Massage and creating a sanctuary for those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life.

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

Mo’s Sharp Style Barber is a modern barbershop that blends precision, style, and comfort. Known for sharp fades, clean cuts, and fresh grooming, we provide an experience that goes beyond the chair. Our focus is on delivering confidence with every cut, offering both classic and contemporary styles tailored 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:

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: vibrant, modern and friendly
• Specialises in: cuts
• The extra touches: paid parking available, free refreshments, staff speaks Arabic and Kurdish fluently

Hello! I'm an experienced stylist who has worked internationally and ran my own salon in Barcelona for over 10 years. I can provide a full range of services including cuts, razor cuts, perms, colours & colour correction, to give you a totally personalised style. I'm a specialist in naturally curly hair and delicate fine hair.
Looking forward to you joining me on my adventure!

Nearest public transport:

A 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Geles Stylist. Plenty of paid parking can be found close by.

The team:

Geles, your Stylist, will always aim to provide your service with greatest attention to detail.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Curly Hair, fine hair, razor cut, helping individual's look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• Brands and products used: Only Curls, Davines, Wella, Label.M. Olaplex & K18.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.
• Languages spoken: Spanish, Català