hair and beauty in Tyneside

Essential Thyme offers a range of massage therapies with a twist. We realise that not everyone fits into the same box, and this is why you book a 30-, 45- or 60-minute session and after your consultation a bespoke massage session will be created targeting your pain points which usually involves around 4 or 5 different massage techniques in the one session.

We also specialise in the following massages Pregnancy, Oncology, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Release, Cupping & Clinical Aromatherapy.

Nearest public transport:

Jesmond Metro station is just a 2-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem keeping connected. There's also on street parking a short walk away on Fernwood Road (parking free up to 2 hours without a permit).

The team:

With over 12 years of experience and trained in over 16 different massage modalities you are in safe hands.

The team are also registered with the following Professional bodies:

· International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists (IFPA)

· Complementary & Natural Health Care Council (CNHC)

· Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT)

· Complementary Medical Association (CMA)

What we like about the venue:

• Specialises in: Helping you deal with pain and symptom management, fully qualified member of professional bodies and memberships.
• Location: Great location with on-street parking, metro station & 10-minute walk from Haymarket.
• Cultivating a welcoming and comfortable environment, where clients feel valued, respected and at ease, as well as providing safe advice and guidance.

Get back to the hair necessities, with Glitz Hair Design - Tynemouth 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 through to 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:

The venue is conveniently situated close to plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all hair enthusiasts. Free and paid parking can be found close by.

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.
• Brands and products used: L'Oréal and GHD.
• The extra touches: This chic haven is pet-friendly and welcomes both style devotees and their furry friends, so you can enjoy top-notch hair treatments whilst your bestie relaxes in comfort!

Experience the tranquil atmosphere at Moira Beauty Therapist, conveniently located in Newcastle. Moira's offers a range of exceptional beauty treatments including waxing, lash and brow tints, and revitalising facials. Their competitively priced services make self-care accessible, and their detailed attention ensures you'll leave feeling pampered and refreshed.

Nearest public transport: While Moira Beauty Therapist isn't in close proximity to any train stations, the venue is extremely well-connected via a network of local bus routes.

The team: The talented therapists at Moira's are dedicated to their craft, delivering personalised care that results in a bespoke beauty experience for every client.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calming, welcoming and serene.
• Specialises in: Waxing, lash and brow tints, and facials.
• Brands and products used: High-quality beauty brands.

Little Hottie on West View in Lemington is a friendly salon offering sunbeds and all your beauty needs, from manicures, pedicures, waxing, lash list to eyelash extensions.

Nearest public transport: A 5-minute walk from a bus stop that takes you to Newcastle train station in 20 minutes.

The team: Angel and Michela have both have 5 years of experience in the beauty industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: A well decorated, modern salon.
• Specialises in: Beauty, waxing and lashes.
• Brands and products used: Premier gel.

Georgia's Beauty Room is a beauty & aesthetics treatment room based within FAR Community Centre in Newcastle offering a wide range of beauty & aesthetic treatments. With over 16 years experience in this industry, you're in safe hands.

Nearest public transport:

The number 12 bus from Newcastle city centre brings you to the top of the street to where Georgia's Beautyroom is based.

The team:

Hi my name is Georgia, I'm 34 and have owned my own business for over 16 years. At my clinic I guarantee a warm, friendly welcome, with wheelchair access.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere:
• Specialises in: dermal fillers, skin boosters, massages, facials, waxing/tinting
• Brands and products used: Lumifil kiss, profhilo, seventy hyal, illumna luna

Welcome to The Hairdressers, located in the quaint town of West Moor they have a passion for hair styling, and a flair for colour; leaving you to relax and soak up the stylish atmosphere. With their unique take, they'll try and cater the service to your individual needs.

Nearest public transport:

Located on one of the main bus routes and a 20-minute walk from the Benton metro station.

The team:

The team has numerous years of experience within the industry and with their warm manner and approach, they'll make you feel right at home.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, relaxed, stylish and friendly.
• Specialises in:  All things hair - they are hair colour specialists.
• Brands and products used: Wella, Eleven Australia, weDo, GHD & Cloud Nine.
• The extra touches: Tea, coffee & chocolates are provided, as well as a soothing massage with your wash.

Whether you’re looking for a quick trim, a colour makeover or a bouncy blow dry, Regis Hair Salon in Gateshead is a great option.

Their experienced and dedicated team are all trained in the latest techniques and trends, to ensure you leave the salon looking and feeling your best.

With its fantastic location, the Gateshead salon is easily accessible for all. It’s the perfect place to relax and be pampered.

Found within the Metro Centre, which has paid parking spots, Regis Salon is a 1-minute walk from Metrocentre Station. You know exactly where to go for a fabulous finish

Treat yourself today with an appointment at Regis Hair Salon - Gateshead.

Urban Image Hairdressing is a Hair Salon situated in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Welcome to SKN IQ, an advanced skin and laser clinic based in the heart of Tynemouth, where intelligent skin solutions meet results-driven treatments. SKN IQ is dedicated to enhancing skin health, confidence, and natural beauty through a personalised, expert-led approach.

Founded and run by Kat, a highly experienced skin and beauty professional with over 18 years in the industry, SKN IQ offers a carefully curated menu of advanced and holistic treatments. With a background as a college lecturer, Kat brings a deep understanding of skin science, technique, and safety to every appointment, ensuring exceptional standards and results you can trust.

SKN IQ specialises in anti-ageing facials, advanced skin treatments, laser hair removal, skin boosters, semi-permanent makeup, and medical tattooing. The clinic also offers waxing and massage treatments, providing a balanced approach to both corrective and restorative care. From next month, SKN IQ will expand into aesthetic injectables, continuing its commitment to subtle, natural-looking results.

Whether you’re looking to rejuvenate tired skin, invest in long-term skin health, or enhance your features with precision treatments, SKN IQ delivers tailored solutions designed around you.

Step into SKN IQ and experience a calm, modern clinic environment where expertise, innovation, and care come together — so you can look refreshed, confident, and effortlessly you.

Location & Transport
SKN IQ is conveniently located in Tynemouth, with excellent public transport links nearby. Free parking is also available close to the clinic for a stress-free visit.

The Practitioner
Kat is the founder and sole practitioner at SKN IQ. With nearly two decades of experience and a passion for advanced skin treatments, she combines technical precision with an artistic eye to deliver refined, confidence-boosting results.

What clients love about SKN IQ

• Atmosphere: Modern, calm, and professional
• Specialises in: Advanced skin treatments, laser hair removal, precision PMU & medical tattooing
• The extra touches: Fluent in English and Polish, bespoke consultations, results-focused care

Update your hair in an instant with Movida Hair & Beauty, Wallsend. 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 close to plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all hair enthusiasts. You can also find ample free parking close by.

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 and friendly.
• Specialises in: Precision cutting and superb styling, as here it's not just about the hair—it's about the entire experience.
• Brands and products used: Matrix, Pulp Riot, ID and Bedhead.
• The extra touches: Russian, Romanian and English are spoken fluently at the salon, plus guests can unwind with a choice of complimentary beverages. Whether it's a cup of tea, a creamy latte, or a refreshing mint-infused water, these drinks perfectly complement the salon's tranquil ambience and top-notch services.

Welcome to V Salon Hairdressing in Monkseaton Whitley Bay, an organic colouring salon and colour correction specialists. Here you'll find a small dog friendly private room, so your fury friends can accompany you. Accessible parking directly outside.all cutting and foiling is done by the director stylist with 42 years of experience

Nearest public transport:

The salon can be found using local bus services and West Monkseaton/ Monkseaton Metro station are only 5 mins walk away.

The team:

Vanessa and her team are experts in the craft of hair and are 37 years established.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Bright, Funky and Modern
• Specialises in: Organic Colouring
• Brands and products used: Evergreen, Milkshake, Eleven, Fudge
• The extra touches: Extensive Tea, Coffee & Hot Drink Menu, Small Dog Friendly, Accessible parking directly outside.

Margaret's journey began as a Saturday girl, working in a salon on Newcastle's Saville Row. With a flair for hairdressing and a warm personality, Margaret quickly progressed to Managaress and eventually Salon Owner.

Situated in the Bigg Market, Tha Hair Cabin flourished, inspiring Margaret's daughters Claire and Joanne to follow her into the trade, qualifying in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy. With her daughters by her side Margaret's salon became a family affair and an inviting place to be.

The combination of warm atmosphere and young creative talent has proved to be a winning formula, both for the family and their clients. A visit to their salon is not just an appointment, you are visiting friends.

Now re-named At Sisters and relocated to a state-of-the-art salon, the Emmonds family are continuing their journey in style!

Our Mission Our business is very successful, yet we are still intent on moving forward by offering the same family values as well as a completely different hairdressing experience in our fantastic new salon on Pink Lane. As masters of our craft we enjoy achieving extraordinary, impressive results with our clients at the centre of everything we do.

We believe in treating each client with respect and strive to give a professional, personal service.

Located in Whitley Bay, Bright & Beautiful aims to increase your confidence with killer fillers, a sprinkle of anti-wrinkle and much more. With an emphasis on enhancing natural beauty rather than creating a fake or unnatural look, Bright & Beautiful will become your go-to aesthetic centre.

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. Paid parking is also available close by.

The team:

With years of experience, this aesthetic ambassador is dedicated to transforming your body and mind.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, redefining and friendly.
• Specialises in: The transformative power of beauty and aesthetics.
• Brands and products used: REVOLAX DEEP and LCN.
• The extra touches: You will be greeted with complimentary beverages, featuring everything from artisanal teas and gourmet coffee to chilled cucumber water and sparkling wine.

Welcome to Curiaquita Elegance, Newcastle, nestled in a nook of the bustling city, this is a sanctuary for those seeking solace from the stresses of modern life. Step in and experience the soothing scents wafting through the air, creating a tranquil ambience that'll instantly put you at ease as you forget about the outside world and indulge in some well-deserved self-care.

Nearest public transport:

South Gosforth station is just a 15-minute walk away, so you'll have no problem staying connected. Plenty of paid parking is available nearby for those arriving by car.

The team:

With their years of experience, this maestro of massage 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: Massages that will leave you feeling rejuvenated, revitalised and deeply refreshed.
• The extra touches: English and Portuguese are spoken fluently at the venue.

Welcome to HeHe Beauty Bar, located at 5-6 Eldon Square, Newcastle upon Tyne — a chic retreat for beauty lovers seeking expert care and impeccable results. This stylish haven combines elegance with ease, offering a calm and modern setting that invites you to unwind and indulge.

Nearest public transport
The venue is conveniently located near Newcastle Monument bus stop, ensuring easy access for those travelling by public transport.

The team
The talented team at HeHe Beauty Bar are true perfectionists, with a passion for detail and dedication to enhancing natural beauty. With a warm, welcoming approach, they make every appointment feel personal and professional.

What we like about the venue :

• Atmosphere: Luxurious, modern and calm.
• Specialises in: Lashes.

Unlock your hidden pore-tential with Aesthetically Emily, within Pinetree Health & Fitness, Newcastle. This glamour guru aims to increase your confidence with killer fillers, a sprinkle of anti-wrinkle and much more. With an emphasis on enhancing natural beauty, Aesthetically Emily will become your go-to aesthetic centre. Get your glow on, with Aesthetically Emily!

Nearest public transport:

Jesmond station is just a 12-minute stroll away.

The team:

With years of experience, this aesthetic ambassador is dedicated to transforming your body and mind.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Modern, redefining and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping clients achieve their aesthetic goals with ease.
• The extra touches: Unwind with a choice of complimentary beverages. Whether it's a classic cup of tea, a creamy latte, or a refreshing mint-infused water, these drinks perfectly complement the salon's tranquil ambience and top-notch beauty services.

Make your way over to Bawve Beauty Salon, Boldon Colliery. Specialising in manicures, pedicures, gel polish and nail art, this boutique salon caters to every nail need! Or if you're in the mood for one of the classics, such as a fierce facial or wonderous wax, this guru of glamour has your back (as well as your legs, face and underarms). Book in now with a salon that's fit for every occasion!

Nearest public transport:

Brockley Whins station is just a 14-minute walk and there's ample free parking available in the nearby area.

The team:

This salon superstar has years of experience and knows how to bring their A-game.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Warm, 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 natural and cruelty-free products, this salon ensures that each treatment is as eco-conscious as it is nourishing.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

The Wax Bar Newcastle is Jesmond’s branch of an award winning waxing and beauty boutique for ladies and men. From skilled satin smooth waxing to luxury nail treatments, they’ve a menu to help you to stand out from the crowd.

An experienced and welcoming team put even the most nervous first-time customers at ease and restore faith if you’ve had bad experiences elsewhere. Services are quick and efficient and carried out in a spotless environment. Making sure your experience is as comfortable as possible, they specialise in precision hot and strip waxing using the prestigious Lycon Wax.

Skin Studio 9 is located within the elegant setting of Wildflower Beauty, offering a calm retreat from the pace of nearby Gateshead. The dedicated treatment suite is designed as a quiet, restorative space. Specialising in therapeutic bodywork, the studio uses Eve Taylor to support deep relaxation and physical balance. Every treatment is intentional — unhurried, grounding, and tailored to restore both body and mind.

The team:

When it comes to your face and body, experience matters. At Skin Studio, your treatments are performed by a Level 5 Aesthetician with over a decade of professional management experience. We combine the clinical precision of advanced skin science with the sensory indulgence of Eve Taylor London.

You aren't just booking a facial; you are booking a bespoke skin health plan managed by a professional who understands the importance of detail.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Serene, calming, friendly.
• Specialises in: Therapeutic bodywork.
• Brands and products used: Eve Taylor