Choose from 24 venues offering ladies' half head highlights near St James Shopping Mall, Edinburgh

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From Tues 2nd December 2024, MG Hairdressing Will be moving location!

New Salon Location

Connolly Hairdressing

16 Howard Street

Edinburgh

EH3 6TD

Welcome to MG Hairdressing Edinburgh, your go-to salon for expert low maintenance balayage, beautiful dimensional hair colours, and stunning ombré transformations. As an experienced hair colourist, we specialize in creating beachy blonde highlights, lowlights, and grey blending that perfectly suit your style. Our top-rated, affordable hair services have earned us the best reviews in Edinburgh for 2024. Whether you’re looking for the best hairdresser in Edinburgh, a blow dry bar experience, or a complete colour overhaul, we promise gorgeous results. Book your appointment today for the best salon experience in Edinburgh!

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

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.

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.

For a head-to-toe experience, Finch & Feather is the place for you. Based in Haymarket, they offer a range of hair, beauty, body, and skincare treatments.

Nearest public transport:

The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team:

All the technicians are experienced, friendly professionals who are known for building human connections.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Friendly, professional.
• Specialises in: Hair, beauty, body, skin.
• Brands and products used: HD Brows, The Gel Bottle, Navy Professionals, Kerastase, Lycon, L'Oréal, Nouveau, ELIM, HyrdaFacial, SkinPen, SkinCeuticals, Aromatherapy Associates.

Get back to the hair necessities, with James Dickson Hair, Edinburgh 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 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 17-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at James Dickson Hair.

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.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible and as you settle in for your treatment you'll be invited to enjoy complimentary beverages, enhancing the pampering experience.

Working from within Loft 28 salon in Edinburgh's Old Town, Hair by Natalia Orszt specialises in bespoke colours and precision unisex cutting.

Stylist Natalia offers a comprehensive colour menu which includes everything from easy to manage, natural-looking highlights to modern pastel colouring and the popular freehand balayage and ombre techniques. In hair styling, you'll find intricate updos, sleek blow-dries, quick trims and complete restyles designed to retain their shape long after you have left the salon. Family friendly, there are cuts for kids too.

Competent conversing in both Polish and English Natalia offers free, professional consultations and aftercare advice on each service. Situated just South of Edinburgh castle, Loft 28 is just a short walk from the heart of Edinburgh and along several main bus routes.

Located in Canonmils in Edinburgh, Kalon Salon offers a menu of hair and hair colouring services. Treat yourself to a fresh new look or some colour upkeep.

Nearest public transport: The salon can be found using local bus services.

The team: Ashley is passionate and enthusiastic about all things hair.

What we like about the venue: Atmosphere: Friendly, welcoming. Specialises in: Hair Brands and products used: Redken, Olaplex. K18 kerastraight

Update your hair in an instant at Indo Soul Hair, Edinburgh. Sit back, relax and the resident owner, Ani, 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 salon is located in front of Balfour Street tram station.

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: Hairdressing

Head on over and discover your best-beauty self with Hair by Louise, within NoiRougeEdinburgh. Witness the transformation as frizz is tamed, curls are defined, and your hair emerges with a newfound lustre and life. Discover the art of hair customization through this scissor scholar's expert cutting and colouring techniques. Those bad hair days will soon become a pigment of your imagination. Brand new hair is the ultimate power statement, so book now for your ultimate hairy-tale ending.

Nearest public transport:

A 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Hair by Louise. If you fancy using the bus, Great King Street stop is located in front of the venue.

The team:

This one-to-one service with Louise 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: Hair - it's not just a profession but a passion.

Paige Conner Hairdressing is located in Edinburgh’s Old Town, offering an extensive range of hairdressing services, all at a reasonable price. The salon is spacious with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Your visit starts with a consultation, so their team can assess your needs, taking into consideration your hair type and individual style. They give you advice on how best to look after your hair at home and provide you with a unique experience. All the treatments are performed making use of a great selection of products such as TIGI, Redken and Olaplex.

Elevate your beauty experience at RGS Hair & Beauty, a premier destination nestled in the heart of Edinburgh. Specialising in both hair and eyelash treatments, this upscale establishment offers a comprehensive range of services designed to enhance your natural allure.

From expert haircuts and styling that capture your individual style to stunning hair colouring that brings out your best features, RGS Hair & Beauty's skilled hairstylist's craft exquisite looks. Complementing their hair expertise, their lash technicians deliver captivating eyelash extensions, tailoring them to your desired length and volume, ensuring your eyes shine with a captivating allure.

With a serene and chic atmosphere, RGS Hair & Beauty invites you to immerse yourself in a realm of transformation, where the fusion of hair artistry and lash mastery creates a harmonious symphony of beauty, leaving you looking and feeling radiant.

Nearest public transport:

The venue is based on Easter Road with local bus routes nearby.

The Team:

They are highly trained with awards under their belts in hairdressing.

What we like about the venue:

Atmosphere: Clean, calm and friendly.
Specialises in: Hair and beauty.
The extra: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Fiona Johnston Hairdressing is a bespoke styling brand based inside Glanville Hairdressers, located in Stockbridge, Edinburgh.

Fiona is a creative director offering an excellent technical ability, customer service and specialising in a range of GHD, Nioxin and Wella hairdressing techniques. She listens to your needs and gives your hair the results that you didn’t think you could achieve, always taking into consideration your individual style.

Hair by JFK is a renowned salon in central Edinburgh, famous for the skilful colouring and highlights on offer alongside classic cuts and blow drys.

Catering to both men and women, Hair by JFK has a real edgy feel with its bright and plant-filled space. As a dog-friendly salon, you're welcome to bring your dog along while you enjoy the ultimate hairdressing experience from the stylists.

Having been in the industry for over a decade, the expert team here really know what they're doing when it comes to colouring. Their range of colour options and combinations, from bleach and toning to full head highlights and tinting, mean that they can cater your look to exactly what you're after and ensure you leave feeling great.

They use the best products from Schwarzkopf, including a choice of ammonia-free colour, as well as Colour Blast and Fudge, to nourish your hair.

Based in the Newington area of Edinburgh, less than a 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Old Town, Hair by JFK has a number of bus stops nearby and a few on-street parking spots too.

Indulge in the ultimate hair and beauty experience at Belle Cheveux, nestled just off Leith Walk in Edinburgh. The friendly team of skilled technicians is led by blonde specialist owner Stephanie, who is dedicated to bringing your hair and beauty visions to life. From expert hair cutting and styling to exquisite colour transformations, they cater to enhancing your unique style and natural beauty.

Nearest public transport:

Conveniently located with on-street parking and easy access to multiple bus routes on Leith Walk, scheduling your appointment is a breeze. Elevate your beauty experience - book your session at Belle Cheveux now.

The team:

Meet the talented beautician, Stacey, who is ready to pamper you with a range of beauty treatments. At Belle Cheveux, they prioritize your satisfaction, ensuring each visit leaves you feeling refreshed and radiant.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Transforming, professional and friendly.
• Specialises in: Hair and beauty.
• The extra touches: Free WiFi is available.

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. Directors of Brass Daryle,Gill,and Jenn offer a friendly but professional salon with 11 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 cool sage colour with gold trimmings and marble 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.

Dune Hair and Beauty is a well-established, modern salon within the Meadowbank area, just minutes from the busy Princess Street, offering precision cuts, professional styling and luxurious colouring.

This welcoming salon provides high-quality treatments alongside experienced and friendly staff; they are renowned for their unpretentious and attentive atmosphere, focused only on transforming your hair and making you feel at home.

They offer the latest on-trend colouring alongside classic tones as well as transformative, tailored cuts, whether you're after a complete restyle or just to breathe some life back into your locks. Their intricate hair up styles and glamorous blowouts will have you ready for any occasion, and their Keratin and conditioning treatments will leave your hair sleek, glossy and salon fresh for longer.

As previous winners of the Best of Edinburgh Salons, whatever you need you are in safe hands. They are open 5 days a week and are easily accessible in a central location via numerous bus routes.

Update your hair in an instant with Danielle Collins Hair, 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:

A 20-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Danielle Collins Hair.

The team:

This one-to-one service with Danielle 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.
• Brands and products used: Wella.

Welcome to Hair by Shannon, based within Kalon Hair Studio in Canonmills, Edinburgh. They offer a variety of hair services, including haircuts, colouring, highlights, balayage, and men’s haircuts. In their 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 Howard Street, the shop can be accessed by multiple bus lines with stops nearby and is just a mile from Edinburgh Waverley train station.

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: Redken, Olaplex, and Katine.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible.

Step into a trendy sanctuary, where the vibes are as vibrant as the colours and the style game is always on point with Escape Hairdressing, Edinburgh. These colour connoisseurs are here to elevate your look with a bespoke combination of creative colouring, hot haircuts and flawless finishes. Whether you're craving bold brunettes, fire-engine reds, or brilliant blondes, the spectrum of shades and classic cut service will leave you trimming over with confidence! So, don't get yourself into a hairy situation, stick with the pros at TEscape Hairdressing!

Nearest public transport:

A 15-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley station will lead you to the hairdresser's hot seat at Escape Hairdressing. There's also paid parking available 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: Creating beauty, building relationships, and empowering individuals to embrace their unique identity through the art of hairdressing.
• Brands and products used: Wella.
• The extra touches: You can choose from a variety of free refreshments, this thoughtful gesture adds a personal touch, making every appointment a relaxing escape.