Choose from 67 venues offering balayage in Edinburgh

Family-friendly Gruagaire Hair Salon & Barbers, in the heart of Edinburgh, specialise in a long list of hairdressing services, including men's hot shaves, ladies' hair cutting, styling and colouring.

This charming addition to Morningside Road opened its doors in January 2019, with a warm welcome and relaxing vibe.

Struggling to find a babysitter? Fear not, the salon occupies a family section or private room where you can enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and wifi.

If you're in the mood for a new look, Gruagaire covers a cross-section of colouring treatments such as Balayage, Ombre, Highlights and many more that the team are happy to assist with.

Easy to reach from the City Centre there's a series of bus stops spanning the road as well as on-street parking nearby.

Whether you're in need of a special updo or just fancy making a change, the crafty team at Gruagaire Hair Salon & Barbers look forward to giving you hair to boast about.

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.

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.

Update your hair in an instant with SJ Creative, within X Creative Collaborative, Edinburgh. 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 were you find plenty of buses and regular trams on Ocean Drive. Parking in Ocean Terminall multistory car park ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all hair enthusiasts.

The team:

Stacy's 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: Helping others look and feel their best by harnessing the transformative power of hairdressing.
• Brand and products used: Wella, Maria Nila

Welcome to Brian Rafferty Hair, your go-to destination for exquisite hairdressing in Edinburgh. Located in the heart of the city, our salon combines creativity and precision to deliver exceptional hair treatments tailored to your unique style and preferences.

Whether you're looking for a bold new cut, vibrant colour, or elegant updo, our talented stylists are dedicated to creating stunning looks that leave you feeling confident and beautiful.

At Brian Rafferty Hair, we prioritise quality and customer satisfaction, ensuring each client receives personalised attention and expert care. Step into our salon and experience the artistry of hairdressing at its finest.

The Team:

They are highly trained beautician, with many years of experience under their belt.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Calm and friendly.
• Specialises in: Hairdressing.
• Brands and products used: Goldwell, Moroccan Oil and Kerasilk.
• The extra: They are masters in the industry.

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.

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WE'RE ON THE MOVE: From the 3rd February 2020 you will find Valerio is now based in the splendid premises of Hair by JFK - same great service, new vista.

Continuing to specialise in ladies’ and men’s hairdressing at affordable prices. The salon is spacious and bright, with comfortable furnishings, a place where you can rest assured your hair is in good hands.

Priding himself on his personal service, he is passionate about providing the highest standard of care. He listens to your needs and provides you with great advice on how best to look after your hair. Using high-end products such as Matrix, he ensures a high-quality finish with every visit.

Revive your locks with a haircut, blow dry or colour treatment before enjoying a manicure at Mel Mackey in Blackhall, Edinburgh.

This fresh salon is run by a team who have decades of experience delivering bespoke service to each client.

Using products from Goldwell, they offer classic cuts and styling to men, women and children as well as beauty treatments including gel nails and brow tinting.

Whatever you go for, you'll enjoy a friendly welcome and personalised experience. Book in today for the hair you've been dreaming of.

Mel Mackey is wheelchair accessible and has free parking outside.

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.

Cara @ Strandz Hair is based inside Strandz Hair salon, located in Morningside, Edinburgh. They offer a wide range of treatments, including haircuts, highlights, blow drys and colour, allowing you to indulge in a service performed by a true professional. With treatments that are tailor-made for each individual, book in now, before you miss out.

Nearest public transport: 

Cara @ Strandz Hair is based inside Strandz Hair salon, located in Morningside, Edinburgh is accessible by bus and has on-street parking.

The team:

The experienced team here at Cara @ Strandz Hair salon is all about understanding your needs, personalisation, and bringing out your confidence.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, knowledgeable and relaxing.
• Specialises in: Haircutting and colour.
• Brands and products used: Goldwell and KMS.
• The extra touches: Venue has on-street parking.

Welcome to Boujee, a premier salon nestled in the charming village of Campend, Dalkeith. With a friendly and relaxing atmosphere, they offer a range of exceptional services to cater to all your hair needs. From stylish haircuts and expert blow dries to seamless hair extensions, exquisite bridal hair, and stunning highlights, the team is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care, ensuring you leave feeling confident and ready to conquer the world with your fabulous new look.

Nearest public transport:

Located in the Campend Fruit Farm office, the shop has available parking in the green carpark. It is also accessible by local bus routes.

The team:

The talented team has a passion for hair and commitment to delivering amazing results.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly and relaxing.
• Specialises in: Hair, hair extensions, bridal hair and makeup.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Welcome to Alex Carmichael Hair at Salon 13, this hair salon in Edinburgh. Alex offers hair treatments such as haircuts, colouring and blow-drying with an astonishing style and finish which will leave you ready to take on the day.

Nearest public transport: Located in the West of Edinburgh, the venue is easily reached by public transport, with bus stops available nearby.

The team: Alex has 13 years in the hairdressing industry.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Friendly, relaxed salon. Specialises in: Haircuts, colour and Keratin. Brands and products used: Wella, L'Oréal. The extra touches: Refreshments available, tea coffee, soft drinks, prosecco bar.

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.

The salon is alive with animated hair enthusiasts, who know how to bring an enchanting and chirpy service with every haircut. Hair is always treated with precision and artistry from a stylist whose experience has matured over the years working in some of the most renowned hair salons. It's not vain to want a beautiful mane, so don't take a shortcut for your haircut, book now and these styling superstars will deliver your hair goals.

Nearest public transport:

You'll find the local bus link on Ocean Drive and parking nearby at Ocean Terminal.

The team:

With almost a decade of experience, they are veterans of the industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, trendy and welcoming.
• Specialises in: Balayage and bleach.
• Brands and products used: ELEVEN Australia.

Based within Energize Gym in the heart of Edinburgh's financial district of The Gyle, Cabell Hair Company is a contemporary salon offering a selection of essential hair treatments, ranging from quick trims to big brush blow drys and bespoke styling.

Specialists in the Ombre and Balayage colour techniques, the dedicated team of stylists bring a wealth of skill and knowledge, with over two decade's industry experience between them.

Working with top products from renowned brands like Redken, they strive to find the style that suits you best, ensuring you receive quality results and a stunning look for your mane.

Reaching the salon is a breeze, with both Edinburgh Park Central tram stop and Edinburgh Park train station just a short stroll away. For those coming by car, plenty of parking is available at the venue.

Whether you're in need of an in-and-out cut or a complete change of style, book an appointment at Cabell Hair Company and let these masters of hair reinvigorate your locks.

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Mary (MG Hairdressing) is an exceptionally talented independent stylist based within Kalon Hair Studio in the heart of Edinburgh's Canonmills area, located just a 15-minute walk from Princes Street and Leith, and a short walk from Edinburgh Botanical Gardens.

Mary is a colour, bleach & balayage specialist, although her skills & experience extend to other areas of hairdressing too. She boasts an impressive portfolio which shows how in depth her knowledge of the industry is. She is a Finalist in the Wella National Trend Vision Award 2021 Colour Specialist category, which is a very prestigous annual award recognising the best in the hairdressing industry.

With her friendly, relaxed approach she will have you relaxing in no time. Mary's skill and attention to detail are exceptional and with her professional demeanour & experience, Mary is guaranteed to leave you feeling utterly delighted with your new look.

Due to investing in many years of specialised training courses, Mary has fine tuned her skills and knowledge in order to perfect her craft. She loves to keep up to date with current trends, as well as offering the best advise on how to get the most out of your hair at home. Her keen eye for style and colour make for a thoroughly attentive and informative experience, no matter which treatment you book.

If in doubt which service to book for, please reach out to Mary via email or social media for advice.

Marishka @ The Salon on Glanville is a hairdressing business located in the centre of Edinburgh, Scotland. The salon offers a variety of hair services including cuts, colouring, styling, and treatments.

The salon has a team of skilled and experienced stylists who are trained to provide personalised consultations to each client, helping them to choose the best hair style and colour to suit their individual needs and preferences.

They use high-quality hair products from well-known brands to ensure the best results for their clients. The salon's comfortable and modern environment makes for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based in Glanville Place, with local bus routes scattered nearby.

The Team: 

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

What we like about the venue: 

• Atmosphere: Friendly and professional.                 
• Specialises in: Balayage.
• The extra: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Salon Thirteen is a luxury hairdressing salon in the heart of Corstorphine, Edinburgh. This amazing team offers a vast range of professional hair services including luxury hair extensions, hair colouring, cut and styling and hair treatments, also boasting a wide range of fabulous retail products from professional hair care to false lashes that you can purchase in-store or online.

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Break out of any style rut with a trip to Leith's Fundamental Salon.

A fresh, vibrant take on the traditional salon experience, this urban styled hairdressers brings you a full Wella colour and unisex styling fit for any preference.

Founded in 2019, options cover detailed updos, stylised blow drys for restored shape and volume as well as an assortment of carefully matched colour techniques.

Looking for a little something for the weekend? No worries; you'll have the option to add a few beauty extras with the likes of lash and brow tints and express waxing to choose from.

Set in the centre of Leith, Fundamental Salon is not only reachable by bus and car but there are nice little extras like a wee glass of Prosecco when you arrive.

Welcome to Hair by Chloe, conveniently located in Abbeyhill in the vibrant city of Edinburgh. They specialise in hair services that enhance your natural beauty. The friendly team offers a wide range of services, including cut and blow dry, highlights, balayage, hair colouring, nourishing hair treatments, and transformative hair extensions, ensuring that you leave with a stunning look that perfectly suits your style and personality.

Nearest public transport:

The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team:

The team is dedicated to providing exceptional hair services, ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere for every client.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly and relaxing.
• Specialises in: Hair.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.