blow dries in Edinburgh

An experienced team dedicated to helping you look and feel your best at Diamond Hair by Oana, Edinburgh. This hair studio is dedicated to high-end transformations and precision hair care. Specialising in bespoke hair extensions and technical colouring, this studio is established as a chic and creative sanctuary for those seeking editorial-standard results

Nearest public transport:

The studio is exceptionally well-positioned, close to plenty of public transport options. A 5-minute walk from Watford High Street Station (Overground). The location offers paid parking nearby, making it a stress-free destination for those arriving by car.

The team:

Oana’s expertise lies in her technical mastery of complex hair goals - whether it’s achieving the perfect seamless balayage or bespoke technical colouring. Her attentive care and professional integrity ensure that every treatment is tailored to maintain hair health while achieving a flawless, diamond-standard finish.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly and modern setting
• Specialises in: Professional cuts, colouring, styling and treatment.
• The extra touches: Oana’s commitment to education; her background with top international academies means she brings the latest global trends and healthiest techniques directly to her clients.

Chez Waj Hair Salon and Barbers is a premium yet welcoming hair salon and barbers located on Morningside Road, Edinburgh. We specialise in precision cuts, modern fades, and tailored styling for ladies, gents, and kids in a relaxed, friendly environment where everyone feels at ease.

Our focus is simple: great hair, attention to detail, and a calm, enjoyable experience from start to finish. Every appointment includes a personalised consultation to make sure your haircut suits your style, face shape, and lifestyle, without any rush or pressure.

Whether you're after a skin fade, classic scissor cut, restyle, blow dry, or a fresh new look, we take the time to deliver clean, natural results while making sure you actually enjoy your time in the chair.

As a busy salon, particularly on weekends, there may occasionally be a wait of up to 15 minutes. This is because we dedicate the necessary time and attention to each client to maintain the high standards we are known for.

At Chez Waj, we focus on precision, quality, and delivering a consistently professional service. We do not rush our work, as every client deserves the same level of care and attention.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Head on over to CM Hairdressing & Hair Academy, Leith. Small, friendly, and welcoming, CM Hairdressing is your go-to salon in Leith for expert cuts, styling, and a personal touch. This urban oasis is designed with a classic, modern touch, combining a contemporary design with comfort. The backdrop of polished floors, monochromatic walls and featured black leather chairs creates an ambience that fuses sophistication with style. With a bespoke combination of fresh fades, creative colouring, hot haircuts and flawless finishes, this smooth operator is experienced and knowledgeable, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your desired look. Relax, refresh, and leave feeling your best!

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently situated close to plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey for all hair enthusiasts.

The team:

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

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: You can choose from a range of complimentary refreshments, a thoughtful touch that makes every visit feel like a laid-back escape. It’s all about keeping you comfortable while you get freshened up.

Hello Beauty, situated in the heart of Edinburgh, is a multifaceted oasis offering a comprehensive range of hair, beauty, and makeup services. The salon boasts a team of talented professionals dedicated to enhancing clients' natural beauty and style.

From chic haircuts and vibrant colouring to luxurious facials and flawless makeup applications, Hello Beauty caters to diverse beauty needs with precision and flair. The salon's inviting atmosphere and personalized approach ensure that each client receives top-notch service tailored to their preferences and desires.

Whether preparing for a special occasion or simply indulging in self-care, Hello Beauty promises an exceptional experience that leaves clients looking and feeling their best in Edinburgh.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based on S Charlotte Street, with local bus routes nearby.

The Team:

They are highly trained hairdressers and beauticians, with many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calm and friendly.
• Specialises in: Hair, beauty and make-up.
• Brands and products used: Wella.
• The extra: They are masters at their work.

Hello Beauty is a trading name for Edinburgh Creatives Limited.

Kami Nails & Beauty is a nails and beauty salon located in Dalry, Edinburgh. They offer a wide range of treatment beauty treatments such as manicures, ladies' waxing, eyebrow and eyelash extensions and many more.

Opened in October 2013 and Co-founded by hairdresser Zhong Kami Hair, the best hair Asian Hair Salon outside London they bring to Edinburgh their contemporary Asian styles to Edinburgh.

At this venue, you can find a lovely decor and staff, which an enjoyable environment. Helen and Wang are specialists in the industry, they are professional nails and beauty technicians. They provide high-quality services including waxing, threading, facials and massage services. Kami Nails & Beauty also do manicures, pedicures, Shellac, Gelish Gel, colour gel overlays, gel extensions with forms, removals include a file buff and an application of cuticle oil, and nail art. They are offering a wide range of treatment at the same place, in order to give customers comfort.

They also have a convenient location, the salon is close to Haymarket train station and on-street parking 1-minute walk.

Welcome to Alma's Hair Studio, within Diamond Barbers. Wide range of hairdressing services, located in the Haymarket, Edinburgh area, just 3-4 min walk from Haymarket tram station.

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.

Macintyre's Hair & Beauty is a well-established salon located in Edinburgh’s New Town, offering an extensive range of hair and beauty services.

The staff are very professional and experienced, providing treatments from head to toe and giving advice on how best to look after your hair between salon visits. They pride themselves on having an enviable reputation due to their knowledge and experience in the hair and beauty industry.

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

Hairdressing by Wendy is a renowned hair salon based within Noirouge Hair & Beauty in the heart of Haymarket, Edinburgh. Wendy is committed to caring for clients, ensuring they have a relaxing and revitalising experience. All services are bespoke to the individual needs of each client. Hairdressing By Wendy believes that everyone is unique and beautiful, and so every client that visits will be treated as such.

Nearest public transport

Hairdressing By Wendy is easily accessible by public transport, with the West End tram stop and Haymarket station just a five-minute walk away. This makes it an ideal choice for those who prefer to travel by public transportation.

The team

Wendy, the business owner, is a Wella Colour Master Expert and balayage specialist, and the driving force behind Hairdressing By Wendy's success. Her dedication to client satisfaction and her keen eye for detail have earned her a loyal clientele who trust her with their hairdressing needs. Wendy's expertise and warm personality make every visit to the salon a pleasant experience.

What we like about the venue

• Atmosphere: Relaxing, professional, personalised.
• Specialises in: Colour.
• Brands and products used: Wella, K18, and Eleven Australia.

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.

Give your hair the refresh it deserves at KH Hair in Leith. Balayage, highlights, haircuts, and extensions are just a few of the treatments on offer at this top salon.

Nearest public transport:

Located down the road from Leith Victoria Swim Centre, the salon is reachable using local bus services.

The team:

Kieran is an experienced hairdresser whose focus is to help you look and feel fabulous and confident.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, professional
• Specialises in: Hair.
• Brands and products used: Wella.

Neil Maclean Hair Studio offers a range of elite hair treatments including keratin blow drys, highlights, bleach tint and ladies' and men's haircuts. Their stylish, chilled, but sophisticated salon is an ideal place to spend an afternoon of pampering. And their passionate staff have the experience and qualifications to deliver the precise look you've requested and ensure that your natural beauty shines through.

No matter the occasion, whether it be a weekend out with your girlfriends or an important evening event coming up on your calendar, you can rest assured that your hair is in the hands of some of the industry's most talented experts. And to match their top-notch stylists and colourists, this salon uses only elite brands like Loreal, Kerastase and GHD.

Located within walking distance from local bus stops, getting to your appointment is a breeze. If you are looking for a stylist with countless years of experience and an innate artist's eye, book your next appointment at Neil Maclean Hair Studio.

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.

Welcome to Morgan @ Dune Hairdressing, a newly qualified hair stylist graduating from Edinburgh College. Through this scissor scholar's expert cutting and colouring techniques, you'll re-discover the art of hair customisation 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 19-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Morgan @ Dune Hairdressing.

The team:

They have decided to take the next leap in their career as a self-employed hair stylist. They aim to make everyone feel welcome and leave feeling and looking their best self. They enjoy all aspects of hairdressing, so if you would like to be a part of this new journey, book now and let Morgan make you feel fabulous!

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Chic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• The extra touches: Clients are offered a selection of complimentary refreshments, as this modern, chic salon prides itself on providing a top-tier beauty experience with a side of sophisticated comfort.
• please note that we have a 15 minute grace period so if you are 15 minutes late or more the service may not be carried out
• if you fail to arrive for your appointment you may still be charged
• if you cancel appointment within 24 hours of your appointment you may still be charged.

Don’t knock it til you’ve dyed it with Rachael @ Salon Glanville, Stockbridge. 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. Witness the transformation as frizz is tamed, curls are defined, and your hair emerges with a newfound lustre and life. This is not hairassment - this is your sign to pencil in an appointment at Rachael @ Salon Glanville and leave trimming over with confidence!

Nearest public transport:

Edinburgh Waverley station is just a 20-minute walk away, plus free parking is readily available in the area.

The team:

With tons of experience and charm, this skilful technician Rachael will leave you feeling refreshed, radiating elegance and in mint condition(er).

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Iconic, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• The extra touches: 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.

Located alongside Kings Theatre in Edinburgh's Bruntsfield neighbourhood, Nevaeh Hair Lounge specialises in unisex cuts, intense colours and detailed styling.

Step inside this boutique-style salon and you'll find a complete range of classic and contemporary colours, modern understated perms, precision cuts and style finishes ranging from volumising blow dries to intricate updos and GHD styling.

All treatments come with a welcome drink and personalised consultation to ensure you find the hair treatment for hair type, face shape and sense of style.

Nevaeh Hair Lounge is situated along several main bus routes from the city centre and has cuts for the little ones too.

Anyri Hairstyle is a professional hair salon located in Edinburgh, managed by Irina, an experienced hairdresser with over 20 years in the beauty industry. Irina holds numerous diplomas and continuously enhances their professional skills to stay up to date with the latest trends and techniques. The salon is committed to quality, using only premium products such as Davines, L’Oréal, Green Light, and other renowned brands to ensure exceptional results for every client.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is conveniently located near many public transport stops, ensuring a hassle-free journey for all lovers of hairdressing.

Team:

They pay special attention to the wishes of each client and do their best to achieve the desired result. They are always happy to welcome new clients.

What we like about this place:

• Atmosphere: modern, friendly
• Specialises in: hair

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.

LA Hair Solutions located on Comiston Road, a few minutes away from Morningside Parish Church.

The salon offers a relaxing space with charming decor for you to feel at ease and comfortable. Offering an array of services from tanning, waxing and hair colouring you can be sure to find the treatment which suits your needs. Their therapists are experts in their field with a mission to leave you feeling pampered and fabulous.

CM Hair is an established hair salon located within the Marriott hotel near Corstorphine, Edinburgh. Salon owner Cheryl has over 23 years experience in the industry and provides a variety of ladies' hair tinting and highlighting options alongside cutting and styling for both men and women.

Cheryl has learnt her trained whilst working with some of the most renowned figures in the world of hair. After completing her initial training and qualifications with Charlie Miller, she then went on the do further training with Toni & Guy and qualified with them too. She specialises in blow drying hair, and refuses to use straightening irons to finish a blow dry as she believes you should be able to achieve a sleek, smooth finish with a hairdryer and brush alone. Cheryl also likes to focus on the condition of hair and ensuring that clients can achieve the same salon finish at home. She achieves this by giving them a style they can work with and maintain, and by teaching them how to blow dry and style their own hair while she works her magic.

There is a Starbucks coffee bar available in the hotel, from which you can order any drinks and Cheryl also has a food menu available so you can nibble away while you have your hair done.

There is lots of hotel parking the clients to utilise and the salon is on many bus routes. The Gyle shopping centre, Edinburgh Airport and Maybury Casino are all very close, as is the city bypass, so CM Hair can be easily reached from all over the city and beyond.