hair and beauty in Scotland

Situated in Edinburgh's tranquil Portobello area, Soho Make Up, Hair & Beauty Bar is a sleek, city style nail bar and beauty salon, specialising in head to toe makeovers.

Established in early 2018, this spacious salon boasts four nail bars, four makeup stations and two private rooms dedicated to tanning and hair removal. Bright and airy, Soho is staffed by a friendly team of experienced nail, waxing, makeup and threading technicians, each specialising in their own field. Among the impressive menu of treatments on offer you'll find LVL's eye-opening lash lift, the 7 step HD brow treatment, express waxing packages and both gel polish and overlays for natural nails alongside acrylics with optional nail art.

Open Tuesday through Saturday with late nights on Thursdays, Soho's is wheelchair accessible, has plenty of on-street parking close by and is situated along the 42/44 bus route. Free consultations and refreshments are available with every service, including a glass of Prosecco for over 18s.

Nail Studio Edinburgh, inside Tanztanning, Costorphine, Edinburgh is the spot for killer nails, right in the heart of the city’s coolest district. Specialising in everything from sleek acrylics to luxe gels, this salon is where creativity meets perfection. Whether you’re going for sharp stilettos, trendy coffin shapes, or a classic almond set, the nail tech here is an absolute pro at crafting looks that slay! No request is too extra, from chrome finishes and hand-painted designs to 3D embellishments and custom art. Nail Studio Edinburgh 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 Nail Studio Edinburgh!

Nearest public transport:

Haymarket station is a 14-minute walk away, take a moment for yourself at Nail Studio Edinburgh today. Plenty of paid parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:

This glamour guru 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: All types of nails, from bright and dynamic to classy and chic.]
• Brands and products used: BIAB.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Located in Greenock, Rubin Makeup & Nails aims to increase your confidence with killer nail designs and makeup. With an emphasis on enhancing natural beauty rather than creating a fake or unnatural look, Rubin Makeup & Nails will become your go-to aesthetic centre.

The team:

With years of experience, this aesthetic ambassador is dedicated to transforming your nails. The team can speak Polish as well as English.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, thoughtful and friendly.
• Specialises in: Nails and makeup.

Located just a few minutes walk from Fountainpark, in the tranquil area of Bruntsfield, Edinburgh, Glamour Hair & Beauty is an independent salon with an intimate and friendly atmosphere. They offer a selection of professional unisex hair and beauty treatments, using only well-known, premium brands.

Key services include the popular Keratin Blow Dry, a specialist hair treatment which transforms hair into a silky smooth finish, lasting up to five months. In colouring, they offer high gloss traditional and contemporary finishes, including semi-permanent urban colouring and natural sun-kissed hues.

Glamour's beauty menu includes tailored massages, Shellac and natural finish manicures and pedicures, unisex hair removal, deluxe facials and HD brow design.

I am a professional skincare and treatment practitioner offering personalized, results-driven care in a calm and welcoming environment. Every treatment is tailored to your individual skin concerns, goals, and lifestyle, using proven techniques and high-quality products.

I focus on natural, confidence-boosting results and long-term skin health, so you can book with confidence knowing you’ll receive consistent, expert care every visit.

Nearest public transport:

Clarkston station is just an 8-minute stroll away.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, redefining and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping clients achieve their aesthetic goals with ease.
• The extra touches: As you settle in for your treatment, you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.

Welcome to Hair by Shannon, based within Urban Howe Street, Edinburgh.

I offer a variety of hair services, including personalized haircuts, colouring, highlights, balayage, men’s haircuts, men's colouring, and Japanese Yuko permeant straightening .

In a friendly and relaxing atmosphere, you’ll be in the hands of their talented team, which is dedicated to ensuring that every visit to their salon is a great experience.

Nearest public transport:

Located on Howe Street, the shop can be accessed by multiple bus lines with stops nearby and is just a mile from Edinburgh Waverley train station. Please be advised the salon is within Urban hair salon.

The team:

The team of experienced hair professionals is passionate about delivering quality services to their clients and making sure each client leaves feeling their best and satisfied with their service.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Relaxing, friendly and professional.
• Specialises in: Blonde hair colouring.
• Brands and products. Wella, K18, Yuko Japanese Straightening System

Welcome to YA Studio Glasgow.

YA Studio is an aesthetics clinic and beauty training academy in Scotstoun, Glasgow. Alongside advanced skin and aesthetic treatments, we offer professional training courses designed to help beauty therapists expand their skills and confidence.

Training is delivered by Sara, an experienced aesthetic practitioner and educator with over 8 years in the beauty industry, combining hands on experience with the latest techniques and industry standards.

Whether you're looking to book a treatment or advance your career through training, you're in the right place.

Refine Manicure, Largs, is located at a serene home salon with incredible hillside views. 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 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.

Head on over to Lumière Studio, Glasgow. With over 15 years of experience in the beauty industry, they're a brow expert dedicated to enhancing natural beauty with precision and care. Lumière Studio offers a range of facial beauty services, including brow and lash maintenance, facial rejuvenation, lash extensions, semi-permanent makeup, and fine-line tattoos. They specialise in Arabic tattoos, creating unique, intricate designs that are both meaningful and stunning. Lumière Studio is dedicated to providing high-quality, personalised services to help each client look and feel their best.

Nearest public transport:

Kinning Park & Shields Road Subway

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.
• The extra touches: Guests are welcomed with a menu of complimentary refreshments, these delightful drinks enhance the salon's cosy atmosphere, making every visit a special occasion.

Craig Andrew opened his first salon in Glasgow on Jamaica St and after 10 years moved to Sean Marshall Hair at 60 Bell street as an independent stylist.

The salon doesn’t have a receptionist, so please take a seat and a member of the team will be with you. The salon doesn’t employ full-time assistants, so Craig will wash your hair, do your cut, your colour and your blow dry you will have his full attention. We feel this give you a better understanding of how our salon works and a better relationship with you Craig.

Craig is multi talented stylist with a wealth of experience in international hairdressing, a true superior in cutting, colouring and customer care, with 25 years of experience in hairdressing.

Craig believes in individual consultation and you will truly feel special and you can tell he knows what he’s talking about.

Craig and his salon have been nominated for over 14 awards since opening in 2009, and in May 2012 won Scottish Male Stylist of the Year and Best Hair & Beauty Website in 2013.

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Polished Waxing is a treatment room located within Polished Nails & Beauty, a well-established salon in the West End of Glasgow, near the Botanical Gardens. She offers a wide selection of essential beauty treatments such as nails, waxing and eye treatments as well as massage services for the full relaxation experience.

Jemma is a professional and experienced beautician who caters to all of your beauty needs, whether you need the works from head to toe or just a quick wax or nail polish, she will personalise your treatment to ensure a relaxing beauty treatment with the best results.

Available Thursday to Saturday, why not treat yourself to the perfect eye package or manicure in time for the weekend, or shrug away the stress of the week with a deep tissue massage.

Welcome to Douglas Caird Intuitive Holistic Therapy. Douglas is an experienced therapist, having dedicated over 25 years to working as a full-time professional practitioner. His treatments are nourishing, restorative and balancing and focus on gently relieving physical and emotional build-up, holding and tensions from stress and anxiety. Douglas will encourage and support you in making the most of your session – for your experience to be the one that is most helpful to you.

Douglas’s massage (originally Swedish based) can be described as nourishing holistic massage and bodywork in that it intrinsically encompasses elements of all the approaches he works with. Integrated sessions are also encouraged, where a combination of treatments are used to work with you in the most appropriate way on the day.

With a wholly person-centred approach, Douglas encourages working in a way in which your session can be tailored to suit your needs on the day and can be changed at any time. You can therefore book the treatment/s that you know you want, or just book an open session and decide on the day, after consultation.

Initially qualified in reflexology he then trained in massage and reiki (master level), clinical hypnotherapy and emotional freedom techniques. In 2024, he completed a 2 year diploma in person-centred counselling and psychotherapy.

Douglas has worked in a variety of clinic settings in Edinburgh and Gloucestershire, including a 3 year period as a senior therapist in 2 high-end rural spas. During this time he taught massage, Indian head massage and spa therapies (BTEC) at Stroud college. He worked as a volunteer counsellor at FDAMH, Falkirk’s Mental health Association.

Mind Body Shiatsu is based in Colinton on the south-west edge of Edinburgh. Working from her beautiful garden room, Jacqui offers Shiatsu, a Japanese holistic touch therapy, helping you to rebalance, restore and renew from within. Sessions are offered upon either:- a traditional Japanese wool filled floor futon or an extra wide treatment table, or a therapeutic massage chair, allowing you to feel supported, comfortable and relaxed. There is plenty of FREE on-street parking and the local bus terminus is a short 5-minute walk away.

Nearest public transport:

Local buses include Lothian's Number 10 Bonaly and Number 16 Torphin all less than a 10 minute walk from the venue.

The team:

The owner, Jacqui, is a Registered Shiatsu Practitioner with the Shiatsu Society (UK) and has a wealth of holistic knowledge. She listens to your needs and creates a deeply relaxing session allowing the body's natural state of 'rest, repair and renew' to take place.

What we like about the venue:

• The garden studio is bright, warm, calm, comfortable and clean. The oak wood flooring has under floor heating which is a real treat when it's cold and frosty outside.

• This is a welcoming and comfortable space where clients feel valued, respected and at ease.

• Luxurious bathroom facilities are available for changing, which is handy if you are coming from work.

Let go of all tension and worries and allow yourself to fully surrender to the relaxing touch that awaits within néeve body & beauty, Glasgow. In this haven of tranquillity, time seems to stand still and worries melt away like snowflakes in the warm embrace of the sun; whether you seek to enhance your natural beauty or simply wish to indulge in a moment of pure relaxation, néeve body & beauty offers a sanctuary where healing and rejuvenation flourish, leaving you feeling replenished, restored, and ready to embrace life's infinite possibilities.

Nearest public transport:

St. George’s Cross station is just a 5minute stroll away and there's ample free parking nearby.

The team:

With expert hands and a compassionate heart, Rassamee will work their magic, melting away tension and restoring balance from the outside in.

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.

There's always a time and a place for pampering and you've found it with Sara Nail Bar, Paisley. If you're looking for a lick of paint then this talon salon has you covered (primped, preened, polished and pampered). So go ahead and spoil your nails with all the latest manicure and pedicure perks, as this neverending candy shop of colour polishes brings your visions to reality, transforming your fingertips into miniature masterpieces.

Nearest public transport:

Paisley Gilmour Street station is a 7-minute walk away, take a moment for yourself at Sara Nail Bar today.

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: Trendy manicures, perfect pedicures, gel nails and a touch of creative nail art, all combining to create a unique and instagrammable experience.

For a vast array of luxurious medical, skin and weight loss treatments, visit Elite Clinic of Aesthetics in Dennistoun, Glasgow. Whether you're after laser hair removal, skin tightening, facial peels or body sculpting, this is the ideal location for you.

Nearest public transport:
The Clinic is just a stone's throw from Alexandra Parade train station.

The team:
Debbie has been a specialist in skincare for 7 years and Nurse Prescriber Carly has over 15 years experience.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, clean clinic.
• Specialises in: Skin and body treatments, hair removal.
• Brands and products used: Skin deep, The Scottish Beauty Expert, aloe vera.
• The extra touches: This venue offers silent beauty treatments. It is also wheelchair accessible.

Fabrowz Motherwell is a beauty salon dedicated to enhancing your natural beauty with a range of specialized treatments. Whether you’re looking for brow shaping, lash extensions, or skin treatments, this salon provides tailored services to help you look and feel your best. Conveniently located in Motherwell, Fabrowz offers expert care in a welcoming environment.

The Team:

The owner is committed to providing top-notch beauty services with a focus on precision and quality. With years of experience, Waqas and the team ensure that each client leaves feeling confident and rejuvenated.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: The atmosphere at Fabrowz is modern and relaxing, designed to make clients feel comfortable and pampered during their treatments.
• Specialises in: Manicure, pedicure, dermatology, body slimming treatments, skincare and massages.

Conscious Life Daily it's a warm, welcoming holistic space where massage and sound bath therapy come together to support both body and mind. Their team's work is guided by a deep passion for psychology, human anatomy, and holistic healing, allowing each session to be intuitive, grounded, and thoughtfully tailored to the individual. Relaxation here goes beyond muscles — it is about restoring balance, calming the nervous system, and creating space for true wellbeing.

Nearest public transport:

Conscious Life Daily is conveniently located and easily accessible by public transport and car. Nearby parking options are available.

The team:

Sessions are led by a dedicated holistic practitioner with a strong foundation in psychology, human anatomy, and therapeutic bodywork. Each treatment is delivered with care, presence, and respect for the individual journey of every client, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for deep relaxation and healing.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: relaxing and friendly
• Specialises in: body treatments