Medusa Bread Street Hair Salon Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

26, Bread St, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH3 9AF

About us

Medusa like to do things differently - we're an award-winning Edinburgh hairdressing salon consistently creating new styles at the vanguard of fashion, but all the while exuding a genuine warmth and welcome. And that's because we obsess about hair, and equally, about how to make every minute of your time with us memorable (for all the right reasons). Sit back, have a cappuccino, have a wine, or have a funky organic tea if you fancy. From the second you step in the door, we want to make you feel at home, and get to know you, your hair and how you want to feel in your new hairstyle.

No rush, no fuss, no problem.

Let us make your hair rock.

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 20:30
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 16:30
Sunday Closed

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4.90
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Knowledgeable, professional, lovely staff

Emilia Belknap
5th Feb 2019
5.0
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Huge thanks to Kate for bringing me to the light(er) side. She was so professional and really knew her stuff. I can’t wait to come back and continue my hair journey with her! Would recommend Medusa and especially Kate to all my friends !

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Response from Medusa Bread St

Great. we look forward to your next vist.

Colour and Cut

Jennifer Bee
4th Feb 2019
5.0
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Fab colour and cut as always by Marnie.
Great Salon
Love my Hair

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Thank you!

Beautiful Transformation

Chloe Skinner
1st Feb 2019
5.0
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Really enjoyed my time in Medusa today with Bryany. I had a complete colour change after having dull hair with old balayage (not sure of spelling!). I'm so happy, she really helped me and I felt comfortable asking questions too. I've finally found my favourite salon!

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Response from Medusa Bread St

Thanks Chloe!

5* experience

Susanna Tait
27th Jan 2019
5.0
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My friend and I had our makeup done by Ingrid, she was recommended to me and we were visiting Edinburgh for Burns Night black tie do.. so glad we had our makeup and hair done here - the girls are friendly, talented and they juggled all our appointments so we could have everything done at the same time. My new fave Edinburgh salon!

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Glad to be of service. Hope to see you again the next time your in Edinburgh.

Happy customer!

Nicola Graham
22nd Jan 2019
5.0
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Went to Kirsty after being recommended by my sister as I had an absolute hair disaster at another salon before Christmas. Kirsty managed to work miracles on my hair and I don’t think I’ve ever been as happy with my hair before. Definitely will be back :) would recommend & wouldn’t go elsewhere now

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We are so glad your happy with your hair! hope to see you again soon.

Perfect

Anonymous
22nd Jan 2019
4.5

Absolutely delighted with colour and cut today - travel from Perthshire to come to this hairdressers every 6 weeks or so and its definitely worth it!

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WOW, Thanks for taking the journey. Glad your happy with your hair.

Can I please say ‘fantabulous’?

Preetha Nirmala
21st Jan 2019
4.5
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I first walked in to this salon with a lot of apprehension and my long curly unmanageable hair as I was planning to ‘experiment’ a new ‘short’ hair look which suits me. I walked out with a wide smile not just about my ‘new look’ but also about the chat I had with Kirsty who made me feel as though I knew her for years!! Loved every bit of it...thank you :-)

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Your welcome.

Fantastic

Leila Sinclair
19th Jan 2019
5.0
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Ingrid was amazing today. Loved getting my make up trial done, she was very personable and professional! Can’t wait to have her on my big day!!

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Amazing

Karen Dillon
17th Jan 2019
5.0
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Super pleased by my first visit

Comfy but professional atmosphere

Hair cut is great - really happy

Will be back end of feb

My new hairdresser. Happy :)

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Bryony is amazing!

Emma Wright
10th Jan 2019
5.0
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Had my hair done by Bryony and I love it! She completely listened to me and chatted away the whole time and I am so pleased with my hair. It was super affordable and the salon is so lovely as well.

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Haircut!

David Watt
7th Jan 2019
5.0

Great service and a fine cut from Marishka.

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Sarah Lund
5th Jan 2019
5.0
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Charlie once again did an excellent job with my cut and blow dry. He communicated with me very well to make sure he knew what I was looking for and made some small suggestions and asked me my opinion and gave advice. Much recommended.

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Excellent experience

Laura Richardson
4th Jan 2019
5.0
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I had a really good experience at the salon. I felt the service was both personable and professional and my senior stylist was informative and friendly. Have already booked my next appointment!

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New years do

Debz Smeaton
31st Dec 2018
5.0
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I wanted a nice wash and blow dry for new years eve. My hairdresser was an absolute delight. Lovely and friendly and did a grand job. Thank you

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Excellent

Nia Jones
31st Dec 2018
5.0
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Lovely place. Excellent service. Would come again.

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Great colour from Kirsty

Samantha Rourke
29th Dec 2018
5.0
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Was looking for a new red head look from Kirsty after being boring natural brunette curls forever. Kirsty listened to everything I was looking for and did a brilliant job. Super happy with the results! Thank you so much :)

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I love my hair!!

Kim Gibson
29th Dec 2018
5.0

I love my hair, it's the best it's ever looked and I would thoroughly recommend this salon and the stylist Kate. Lovely friendly atmosphere.

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Another great experience

Patty Lozano
18th Dec 2018
5.0
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Kate did her magic on my hair again! I love how healthy and shiny it looks. I find Kate’s customer service top notch! She’s attentive and knowledgeable. I feel she explains treatment options clearly and takes into account my opinion and feedback. I highly recommend her, you won’t be disappointed. A shout to The lovely Eilidh who welcomed me with a smile and a warm strong black coffee :-). Thanks again, Medusa Team!

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Amazing

Rosie Beattie
18th Dec 2018
5.0
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Went in with a rough idea of what I wanted and I am so pleased with the results, they are even better than I imagined and Marishka is so talented and knew what would suit me in terms of colour and cut. I got a ballyage and couldn't be happier with my overall experience and the outcome! Best colour I have ever had and I will definitely be returning.

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Professional and talented

Silvia Modugno
18th Dec 2018
5.0
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I had the pleasure of booking with Marishka, who is now my go-to stylist and I will always book her from now on.
Overall the entire place was spotless, professional and with a nice staff. I have finally found my salon for life.

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Great service

Patricia
12th Dec 2018
5.0
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Blow dry and cut by Kate, great service. Will be coming back!

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Excellent

Madge Hunter
11th Dec 2018
5.0
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First visit to Medusa Bread St and will be back. Stylist Mariska explained how she was going to shape my hair after I explained how I would like it.
Mariska was very pleasant and made me feel chilled and relaxed. Great experience.

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Cut and blow dry with Bryanay

Helen Leng
10th Dec 2018
5.0
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Delighted with the hair cut and blow dry, and the head massage after the wash.

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Great

Mark Buckingham
7th Dec 2018
5.0
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Thank you for my cut it looks great ????

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Fantastic hair up !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Mary Boyle
7th Dec 2018
5.0

I had Sarah today for a hair-up as I have an office party night tonight - REALLY pleased with the result!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Excellent cut

Frank Eardley
6th Dec 2018
5.0
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Marnie, as always, did a fantastic job. 1st class hairdressing????

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Great experience

Eve Mckenzie
29th Nov 2018
5.0
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Had my hair cut and coloured today. I love it. My hairdresser Charlie is amazing

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Cut and Colour with Kate

Kathryn Clark
28th Nov 2018
5.0
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Great and friendly service as always from Kate. Really happy with how the colour looks and she always recommends well

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Medusa Bread Street

Fiona Fitheridge
28th Nov 2018
5.0
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Charlie is a miracle worker. Thrilled with my new style. Lovely welcoming Salon.

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Fab experience

Roslyn Fowler
17th Nov 2018
5.0
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An absolute pleasure to come to this salon. Feel totally pampered and relaxed. They know about hair!!

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Love love love my new hair

Pamela Gardiner
14th Nov 2018
4.5
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Just had the most amazing cut with Sarah. My hair is thin and lank and I told her to do what she wanted. I’ve left salon with the best cut I’ve ever had, she was so precise in cutting to ensure I had the best shape and her chat was great. Will definitely be going back

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Fantastic!!

Gillian Hume
13th Nov 2018
5.0
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Charlie is a very talented stylist. This is only my second visit, and he has made me feel at ease, has a great understanding of a difficult hair type, always listens, and communicates his ideas well. I left feeling great! Thank you.

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would recommend

Alex Mackenzie
9th Nov 2018
5.0
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always get my hair done by Bryanay, she makes you feel welcome and is patient with me and makes my hair looking fresh and amazing! Would recommend

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Nails with Ingrid

Susan Dewar
3rd Nov 2018
5.0
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Always a treat to come to see Ingrid. She does an amazing job and my last nails were 4 weeks on and still looked fabulous.

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Great hair, great care

Sinead Bannon
27th Oct 2018
4.5
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Fab visit as always. Kate is super and always listens to my ideas and comes up with a vision for me! Always relaxed atmosphere, lovely bright salon and welcoming staff.

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What you want

Anna Banana
12th Oct 2018
5.0
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This is the first time I've encountered a salon that properly listens to what I want and I'm delighted. Also I never get told off if I do something different for a while. I've been coming here for a while and I will continue to do so. Thanks!

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Will be back!!

Elisha Clarke
9th Oct 2018
5.0
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First time visiting Medusa on Bread Street and couldn’t be happier with the results of my hair. Kate listened to everything I said and gave excellent advice, will definitely be returning to get my hair cut again!

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8th Oct 2018
5.0

Excellent

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Getting the chop

Sheena Mcculloch
8th Oct 2018
5.0
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I always love coming to Medusa to get my hair done, it's such a relaxing experience. Everyone is always friendly and helpful. Kirsty my stylist is amazing and has transformed my hair today completely changing both style and colour and I couldn't be more pleased with the results.

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I’ll be back

KB
8th Oct 2018
4.0
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I went to check Medusa out after it was recommended to me. I was not disappointed - I got the hair cut I wanted and the chat was good too. Great value, I will be back!

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T-line highlights and cut

Adina
7th Oct 2018
5.0

Yesterday I had the privilege to meet Kirsty, the best hair specialist I've met. It's difficult to explain what what she did to my hair, as I find her work a piece of art, she doesn't dye your hair, she paints on it. She's amazing. A BIG thank you. I also need to add that I was impressed by the cleanliness as somebody was permanently tidying up.

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Short cut

Sam
1st Oct 2018
5.0
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I wanted my longer bob style into a shorter style, more like a pixie cut. Marnie made a lovely job of my hair and cut it in a way so that I can be flexible with how I style it myself. I love it! Marnie and all the other staff were very friendly and it was a nice atmosphere in the salon. Thank you!

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Another lovely 'do'

Helen Carpenter
22nd Sep 2018
5.0
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Thank you to Sarah for another great cut and colour. I always feel confident that she will listen to what I want, but also that she will use her expertise to let me know what will work.

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Excellent service

Rachel Mclaren
20th Sep 2018
5.0

I would defiantly recommend this salon to anyone looking for a hairdresser. I love my hair and it feels so much healthier.

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Colour and cut with Sarah

Caoimhe Buckley
18th Sep 2018
4.5
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It was a very pleasant trip to the hairdressers. Sarah was very patient and thorough especially when I have so much hair. I felt great leaving, the colour and cut was beautiful. Thanks so much. And the coffee was great too. Thanks a mill, I will definitely be recommending

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Cut and Colour

Anonymous
13th Sep 2018
5.0

Fab cut, colour and style as always by Marnie

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Happy days!

Isobel Gilmour
5th Sep 2018
5.0
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Lovely experience at Medusa today. Caught up with Lorraine. Relaxing, professional hair treatment.

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It’s visit to the salt n

Barbara Edca
5th Sep 2018
5.0
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Wonderful. Best hairdresser I’ve been to in years . Ryse is an excellent cutter

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last minute hair do

Angela Henry
4th Sep 2018
5.0
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Thanks so much to Bryany for dping a great job on my sister and i's hair on saturday. Both appointments were last minute. She made us feel very welcome and our hair looked great for our cousins wedding. Thanks again, Angela and Alison

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Really happy

Jane Botros
1st Sep 2018
4.5
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Great cut from Jo today. Feel like a new woman.

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