hair and beauty in Scotland

Nestled in a nook of the bustling city, Marta Sports Therapy, Glasgow, is a sanctuary for those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life. Whether you seek relief from muscle tension, stress reduction, or you simply desire a moment of pure relaxation, you'll find customised massages to address your specific concerns. Using a combination of traditional techniques and innovative approaches, you feel that tension melt away as you slip into a tranquil state of bliss. Steal a slice of time for yourself and seek refuge at Marta Sports Therapy.

Nearest public transport:

Charing Cross station is just a 6-minute walk away, plus there are tons of local bus routes, so you'll be super connected.

The team:

Book in with this master of massage and let your worries melt away, as their gentle hands massage away tension, leaving you with a luminous glow that emanates from within.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Peaceful, restorative and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Massages.
• The extra touches: English and Polish are both spoken fluently at this salon.

Breathe new life into your style with Bergas Nails & Make Up Cumbernauld, within Personal Progress, Glasgow. With an abundant range of unmissable services, you should expect high-end treatments and top-name brands from this cornerstone of beauty. Whether you're nuts about nails, check out the trendy manicures, perfect pedicures, gel nails and a touch of creative nail art, that all combine to create a unique and instagrammable experience! Whether you're looking for a fab facial for thirsty skin, or professional makeup artistry for all occasions, here you'll find a welcoming, stylish space to unwind. Open a world of possibilities and live for your mirror moment with Bergas Nails & Make Up Cumbernauld!

Nearest public transport:

Cumbernauld station is only a 7-minute stroll away and ample free parking can be found close by.

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.
• Brands and products used: Praised for its strong ethical standards, this salon exclusively offers treatments crafted with locally-made and cruelty-free ingredients, ensuring both your skin and the earth are treated with care.
• The extra touches: You will be greeted with a complimentary beverage menu, featuring everything from artisanal teas and gourmet coffee to chilled cucumber water and sparkling wine.

Welcome to Be Pretty, a hair salon in Glasgow. 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.

Revitalize your body, renew your spirit and discover tranquillity at Beauty by Katie, within Rae of Beauty based in Salon Studios, Corstorphine and immerse yourself in a world of relaxation. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, finding moments of tranquillity can often feel like a luxury beyond reach. Here they understand the pressures individuals face, balancing responsibilities while trying to find moments of respite. That’s why they’re thrilled to introduce affordable beauty & massage services, designed with you in mind.

Discover the rejuvenating power of massage and experience the profound benefits it brings to both your body and mind. Your well-being is worth every moment of indulgence at Beauty & Massage by Katie.

Nearest public transport:

Close to many bus stops in Corstorphine and free parking in surrounding streets

The team:

With over 14 years of experience, Katie is committed to providing an exceptional experience, ensuring that each visit is a journey into relaxation, vitality, and empowerment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Restorative, professional and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Those seeking a truly indulgent and relaxing experience, using a variety of massage techniques to enhance the therapeutic benefits.

Since 2008, the Chesne team have been providing the Merchant City with extensive knowledge of hair cutting, barbering and colouring. Glasgow winners of the Independent Salon of the Year, they deliver a highly professional service for a very competitive rate.

The Chesne Hair staff look forward to sharing their ideas and know-how with you.

Experience the profound restorative power of this traditional Japanese bodywork with Jacqui of Mind Body Shiatsu at Napiers Edinburgh Clinic. Jacqui offers a range of Shiatsu sessions ranging from 20 to 45 minutes at the historic Old Town clinic, in 18 Bristo Place, a renowned destination in Edinburgh for complimentary body therapies.

Nearest public transport:

The clinic is an exceptionally well-connected city-center location. If you are walking it is 15-minutes from St. Andrew Square tram stop or Edinburgh Waverley rail station, or 10-minutes walk from the major bus routes on the North Bridge.

Parking:

Pay and Display parking can be found on Chambers Street and also off Potterrow around George Square. There is additional parking behind Quartermile One.

The therapist:

Jacqui, owner of Mind Body Shiatsu, has a background in workplace nutrition & wellbeing, public healthcare, and holistic cancer support. Fully qualified and registered with the Shiatsu Society (UK) she brings an expert understanding of systemic anatomy, acupressure mapping, and Zen meridians to your session. Working with thumbs, fingers, and palms, Jacqui applies a sensitive and mindful touch. This approach works deeply, affecting the whole body to bring about a sense of ease which enhances the body's natural ability to rebalance itself. Jacqui's calm professionalism and attentive approach, helps you get the most from your Shiatsu treatment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Accessible quirky historic clinical setting, offering an oasis of calm in the heart of the busy Old Town of Edinburgh.

• Location: You can't miss it! It's right next door to Napiers shop, Scotland's oldest herbal apothecary.

• The extra touches: We like how this venue accommodates the needs of its clients. There is space to wait for your appointment in the Clinic's reception area which is accessed straight from the street. There is full wheelchair access, an accessible toilet and complimentary drinking water.

Welcome to Ruma Beauty Salon, an oasis of beauty nestled in the heart of Aberdeen. Immerse yourself in a world of indulgence as our skilled professionals provide a range of treatments, from manicures and pedicures to lash extensions and revitalizing facials.

Nearest public transport: A convenient 15-minute walk from the train and bus stations, ensuring easy access for all.

The team: The dedicated team at Ruma Beauty Salon is committed to providing top-quality treatments that leave you feeling pampered and renewed.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Tranquil, inviting, and designed to create a serene escape from daily life.
• Specialises in: Manicures, pedicures, lash extensions, facials, and various beauty treatments.
• Brands and products used: OPI, Shellac, Gel X.

Welcome to Style City Barber, Glasgow, the ultimate in grooming and relaxation. This urban oasis is designed with a classic, modern touch, combining a contemporary design with comfort. The backdrop of polished floors, bare-brick walls and featured gilded chairs creates an ambience that fuses sophistication with style. Specialising in everything from smashing shaves, fresh fades and the classic short-back-and-sides, these smooth operators are experienced and knowledgeable. They take 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 moustache you to pencil in an appointment today.

Nearest public transport:
Exhibition Centre station is just an 8-minute walk away. Plenty of free and paid parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:
The barbers are masters of their craft and they know exactly how to bring out the best in every client - just like beards, they don't take long to grow on you!

What we like about the venue:

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

Welcome to Glamourous Glow Nails, Hair & Beauty, Glasgow. 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.

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.

T&M Beauty is now a home-based beauty salon.

We are pleased to welcome you to our new home-based location, offering the same professional and personalised beauty services in a comfortable, private and relaxing environment.

📍 Home-based appointments only
✨ Professional service & personal attention
💖 By appointment only

We look forward to welcoming you!

Welcome to Girasoli Ladies, a warm and friendly hair salon situated in Shawlands, Glasgow, offering an array of hairdressing treatments including haircuts, styling, bleaching and highlights.

Nearest public transport: The venue is a short walk from Queen’s Park. Buses number 3, 4 and 38 are among those available to reach the salon.

The team: Combining professionalism with a friendly approach, the team is committed to providing you with excellent service in a relaxed atmosphere.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Comfortable and convenient. Specialises in: Haircuts, colour and styling. The extra: Refreshments like tea, coffee, and soft drinks are available at the venue.

Rebalance your body and mind at Holistic Thai Massage by Kwan. Designed as a tranquil haven for authentic bodywork, this dedicated massage studio offers a restorative escape from the daily grind. Moving away from rushed, generic spa treatments, the focus here is entirely on traditional healing practices and tailored muscle relief, ensuring you leave feeling deeply relaxed, realigned, and thoroughly rejuvenated.

Nearest public transport:

The studio is highly accessible and perfectly placed for a smooth commute. It is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the nearest local bus stops and public transportation links, making your journey incredibly straightforward and hassle-free.

The team:

The dedicated therapists at the helm are true experts in the art of traditional bodywork, operating with a deep understanding of holistic healing and physical alignment. Avoiding standardised routines, they champion a completely personalised approach. Whether you are dealing with chronic stiffness or just need to unwind, they take the time to consult with you to target your specific areas of tension. To ensure you feel completely comfortable and understood, the talented team can communicate fluently in both English and Thai.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A calming, authentic, and reassuringly professional space deliberately designed to provide a peaceful environment while your physical wellness is expertly tended to.
• Specialises in: Restorative therapy, with a highly dedicated focus on authentic Thai massage and comprehensive holistic bodywork.
• The extra touches: The studio's straightforward approach to a seamless client experience. Arriving is completely stress-free thanks to convenient paid parking available close by, ensuring your visit is a smooth and beneficial retreat from start to finish.

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.

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.

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 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

Located at the luxurious Liberton Golf Club, Balanced Lifestyle is an urban health retreat in south Edinburgh. Specialising in therapeutic and holistic massages, their aim is to help restore health, energy and well-being on all levels.

They are based in the stunning Kingston Grange manor house in a historic old Georgian building, just 10 minutes drive from central Edinburgh. The beautifully elegant, collaborated practice therapy space and somatic studio are a hidden secret haven on the first floor of Liberton Golf Club. Completely private from the rest of the building and the rest of the world, Balanced Lifestyle is the perfect place for you to escape and relax.

If you are already a client please contact me directly in the first instance to make appointment.

Head on over to Lighten Up Teeth Whitening & Wellness - Cumnock, We specialise in a range of cosmetic, beauty and wellness services designed to help you feel good about yourself inside and out. Using the latest technology paired with premium products, this specialist delivers safe, stunning results with every session. Whether you're looking for vitamin injections or the best in Teeth Whitening, these tailored services are aimed at making you walk away feeling fab. Shine bright, smile beautifully and be polished to perfection at Lighten Up Teeth Whitening & Wellness!

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently situated close to heaps of public transport options.

The team:

They offer a vast range of beauty treatments performed by a talented team with many years of experience, great technique and incredible passion. Their main goal is to ensure every client receives top-quality service and leaves the venue feeling calm, confident and content. Their commitment, professionalism and expertise go a long way in making the venue a preferred choice for many.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Refreshing, 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.
• Brands and products used: Known for its steadfast commitment to using vegan and cruelty-free products, this salon ensures that each treatment is as eco-conscious as it is nourishing.

Located in the Marchmont area of Edinburgh, Ishi Salon is armed with a passionate team constantly training to provide you with the ultimate hair and beauty experience, always taking into consideration your individual style. Enhancing one's natural beauty can feel empowering and at Ishi Salon that is the ultimate goal. You'll leave looking a million dollars!

Nearest public transport:

The salon is conveniently located almost directly in front of the Reseneath St. bus stop (9 Line).

The team:

The team is qualified to the highest standards. Together with skill and a keen eye for detail, they pride themselves on having a strong reputation.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Professional, sophisticated, friendly.
• Specialises in: Hair and beauty.
• Brands and products used: Mood Beauty, Goldwell, Wella Professionals.