Original Salon

58 Raeburn Pl, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH4 1HJ

About us

Our professional team at Original Salon are invested in your wellbeing physically and mentally to give you a wonderful experience each and every time you visit us.

Our salons are part of a multi-award winning, family run business with many years’ experience in the beauty industry. Established in 2004, we have grown to be one of Stockbridge and Edinburgh’s finest beauty centres, offering the latest in many aesthetic services. We are the recipient of many industry awards over the years, more recently we WON BEAUTY SALON OF THE YEAR AT THE 2021 SCOTTISH HAIR AND BEAUTY AWARDS (SHABA) and were finalists in the same category at the 2022 awards. Also at the SHABA 2022 awards, our Senior Therapist won the BEAUTY THERAPIST OF THE YEAR. and we were finalists in the following categories – BEAUTY SALON OF THE YEAR, MASSAGE THERAPIST OF THE YEAR, BROW ARTIST OF THE YEAR & COSMETIC PRACTITIONER OF THE YEAR.

The philosophy behind our business is to give excellent customer service with some of the world’s best products and aesthetics on the market.

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Opening hours

Monday 10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00
Thursday 10:00 - 21:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 17:00
Sunday Closed

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Love my nails! Thank you!

Angela
31st Dec 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0

First class :)

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Thank you so much :)

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Caroline Ross
24th Dec 2022
3.5

Unfortunately nails chipped again next day. Maybe it’s the darker colours as last few times colour lasted for weeks.

I will forward photos.

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Sandra Forbes
22nd Dec 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Excellent finish.

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Hi Sandra
Thank you for the review :)

Always a treat

Deborah Russell
20th Dec 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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I absolutely love my regular Signature treatments with Roisin. Her massages are the best.

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Hi Deborah
Thank you for the lovely review :)

Wax and nails

Lucy
13th Dec 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Jenna is so lovely and a really professional therapist. Always feel I have had much valued ‘me time’ after a treatment. Thank you!

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Hi Lucy
Thank you for leaving this lovely review, we are so happy you are pleased with your treatment :)

Superb massage as always

Joy Leslie
9th Dec 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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The lady with the magic hands.

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Hi Joy
thank you the lovely review, we are so happy you are pleased with your treatment :)

Manicure and pedicure

Elizabeth Harris
7th Dec 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Excellent Careful and professional

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Hi Elizabeth. thank you for the lovely review :)

First class treatment & service

Linda Imrie
7th Dec 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Jenna is welcoming, friendly and always does an amazing job with my nails. I would definitely recommend

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Hi Linda
Thank you for this lovely feedback, we are so happy you are pleased with your nails!

Signature Treatment

Gillian Conn
6th Dec 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Had an hour of lovely massage and facial as part of the Signature Treatment. Roisin's deep tissue massage skills are fantastic and she makes you feel relaxed and rested. The Elemis facial was lovely and hydrating. A great hour of pampering. Very therapeutic! Will be back soon!

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Hi Gillian
Thank you for this lovely review! We are so happy you enjoyed your treatment :)

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Fay solway
3rd Dec 2022
5.0

Great service and I’m happy with my nail Roisin done for me

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Hi Fay
Thank you for the review, we are so glad you are pleased with your nails!

Threading and eyebrow tint

Michelle Pearson
2nd Dec 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Roisin is a brilliant beauty therapist. Always feel very relaxed with her and great service. Thanks Roisin!

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Hi Michelle
Thank you for the lovely review, we are so happy you are pleased with your treatment :)

Always brilliant

Jo turner
23rd Nov 2022
Stylist: Roisin
4.5

Raisin was kind and thoughtful- as I have mobility issues. The result post waxing was perfect

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Hi Jo
We are so pleased that you are happy with your treatment! Thank you for the lovely review

Lovely salon

Sheena
17th Nov 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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A lovely salon. Deceptively small at the front! Had a fantastic Elemis facial, full body massage and express manicure. All were lovely and Roisin is super friendly and welcoming

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Hi Sheena, Thank you for this lovely review :)

Wonderful results

Lynda G
3rd Nov 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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Lauren is an experienced and knowledgable therapist who is driven to give the best advice and treatment for my skin. It is exciting to be in the hands of someone who is so passionate about their craft. The results have been surprising and wonderful on my 50 something skin!

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Hi Lynda, Thank you so much for this lovely review! We are so pleased that you are happy with your results :)

Gel with French/gel polish

Euphemia ( Fay ) Solway
20th Oct 2022
Stylist: Tegan
5.0
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I just want to say I’m very happy with Tegan as she was great giving me advice how to grown my back nails back to life as before my nail was keeping breaking and horrible and now it back to life and growing again Thank you So Tegan as I love them now ??

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thank you for this lovely review:)

AMAZING

Lynsey Hepburn
19th Oct 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Hubby had massage from Roisin and i gad my nails done by Jenna.
Amazing massage and love my nails. Would highly recommend!

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Thank you for this lovely review :) We are so happy you are pleased with your treatments!

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June Blackwell
18th Oct 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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As always came away with lovely nails. Thanks

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Thank you for leaving this lovely review :)

Classic Manicure

Sandra Forbes
13th Oct 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Perfect finish. Would highly recommend. Friendly staff.

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Hi Sandra, Thank you for this lovely review :)

Intimate wax

Debbie Gray
10th Oct 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0
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As always a wonderful job by Kelsang

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Thank you for this lovely review!

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Sally-Anne Rainey
6th Oct 2022
Stylist: Tegan
5.0
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Great treatment as always. X

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Another friendly visit.

Sue Mcdermott
22nd Sep 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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It is always something I look forward to. Roisin is professional and friendly, giving supportive advice.

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Hi Sue, thank you for this lovely review :)

Wonderful Waxing

Heather
21st Sep 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0
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Pretty sure nobody enjoys getting their bits waxed, but as always the ladies at Womankind do the job professionally and with the best attention to your comfort to ensure a fab result! Holiday ready now! Thank you so much Lauren for the very thorough ‘defluffing’ delighted with the result! Highly recommend!

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Relaxing morning.

Sue Mcdermott
19th Sep 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0
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Welcoming and relaxing. Kelsang is always professional and kind.

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Cleanliness and comfortable

Anonymous
9th Sep 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0

Kelsall was really welcoming and got me comfortable.

What I really appreciate at the saloon is their cleanliness. Hubby told me to take beautician closer to home but I don't want to be confronted with less cleanliness measures so I keep coming back.

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Nail and eyebrows

Euphemia ( Fay ) Solway
9th Sep 2022
Stylist: Tegan
5.0
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Tegan is very helpful and I’m so relax with her looking for to go back on my next appointment

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Great service

Gillian Macintosh
8th Sep 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0

Kelsang was friendly and efficient.

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Hi Gillian, thank you for this lovely review :)

Gel Nails

Julie Baird
6th Sep 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Fantastic visit. Roisin made an excellent job of my nails to start my new job. Love how there is so many colours to choose from. Always nice to catch up with Roisin as she always takes an interest in all her clients which helps make the visit very enjoyable. Highly recommend her for any treatment. Thanks.

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thank you so much for your lovely review Julie and good luck in your new job :)

Amazing Treatment

Shiela Gollan
30th Aug 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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A long overdue Signature treatment from Roisin this morning. Would highly recommend a visit to the salon. I've came out feeling so much better. Worth every penny.. Thankyou Roisin

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Routine.maintenance....

Fiona Macaulay
29th Aug 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0
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No wonder you win awards... a lovely hour with Kelsang, and I look forward to returning next month for a really relaxing session, facial and massage.... thankyou

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thank you for this lovely review:)

My appointment

Lesley Lee
27th Aug 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
4.5
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Was pleasant but service was average compared to the director’s appointment
And two nails bleeding but was fitted in
Which was kind and was a good aspect !

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thank you for this lovely review:)

My appointment

Lesley Lee
27th Aug 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
4.5
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Was pleasant but service was average compared to the director’s appointment
And two nails bleeding

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Wonderful Back Massage

Joy Leslie
26th Aug 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Another wonderful massage by the magical hands of Roisin. Always so relaxing after the knots have been "ironed out"

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Very very good

June Blackwell
23rd Aug 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Always happy with results and Roisin always welcoming,

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Thank you for your lovely comment June :)

Excellent experience

Natasha
13th Aug 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Absolutely amazing treatment today from Roisin as always ?

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Thank you for you lovely comment Natasha :)

Always happy!

Victoria Mann
9th Aug 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Excellent. Professional and good experience every time.

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Pretty in pink

Susan Younger
4th Aug 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Lovely summer holiday toes and nails with eye opening LVL lashes. All done with care and attention by Jenna. Thank you.

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thank you for this lovely review:)

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Anonymous
30th Jul 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0

Will definitely be back. Thank you!

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Waxing

Jill
23rd Jul 2022
Stylist: Roisin
5.0
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Fabulous waxing as always, delighted with the result, Roisin is wonderful and professional and makes you feel very comfortable from the minute you walk in the door!

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Lovely massage

Barney Mccanny
21st Jul 2022
Stylist: Tegan
5.0
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Excellent service and very pleasant massage

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thank you for this lovely review:)

Eyebrows

Angela Taylor
21st Jul 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0
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Enjoyed my time in the salon Kelsang was very informative on my eyebrows

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Thank you for this lovely feedback :)

Eyebrows

Susan Younger
19th Jul 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Jenna sensitively colours and shapes my brows to enhance my face and not dominate my features. Efficient and knowledgeable.

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Hi Susan,

Thank you for this fab review. See you again in salon soon x

Wonderful therapist

Diane Keohane
14th Jul 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0
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Not only did my hands and feet look pretty and well groomed after my appointment, but the conversation with Kelsang made me feel generally better about the world. She is lovely inside and out.

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Hi Diane
Thank you so much for this lovely review, we are so pleased you are happy with your treatment :)

Waxing

Aynslie Kinghorn
6th Jul 2022
Stylist: Lauren
5.0

Lovely salon, nice and bright and welcoming. Lauren is a very experienced therapist and put me at ease throughout my treatment. Would definitely recommend.

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Thank you for leaving this lovely review! We hope to see you back in the salon soon :)

bikini wax

Anonymous
6th Jul 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0

Great experience with bikini waxing at Womankind salon, everything was done very professionally and the results were perfect. Will be returning!

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Thank you for this lovely review :) We are so glad you are happy with your experience at Womankind!

Wonderful Pedicure

Julie Anderson
4th Jul 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0
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Kelsang was just lovely and made the whole experience so relaxing. My toes look absolutely great. Thank you, Kelsang! I’ll be back ☺️

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Hi Julie
Thank you for leaving this lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again :)

Luxury pedicure

Lucy
29th Jun 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0

Jenna is always so nice, calming and professional.

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Hi Lucy
Thank you for this lovely review :)

Nails

Anonymous
27th Jun 2022
Stylist: Kelsang
5.0

Really knowledgeable and professional. Great service

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Thank for this lovely review :)

Express Pedicure

Catriona Johnston
18th Jun 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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Jenna was very competent and I am pleased with results.

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Hi Catriona
Thank you for the lovey review! We are so happy you are pleased with your results :)

First Class

Ann Cownie
16th Jun 2022
Stylist: Jenna
5.0
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As always, professional friendly service to a high standard

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Hi Ann
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Full leg and bikini wax

Anonymous
13th Jun 2022
Stylist: Tegan
4.0

I had a fullleg and bikini wax which was so beautifully smooth and thorough, not a whiff of hair left and no stray sticky wax. It couldn’t have been better with some relaxed chat and sensitivity to mask wearing too, thank you Tegan ?

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Thank you so much for this lovely review :)