The Essentials Beauty Salon

29a Manor Park Road, Castle Bromwich, Birmingham, West Midlands, B36 0DJ

About us

At The Essentials, we’re dedicated to helping you look and feel your absolute best. From expert beauty treatments to high-quality products, everything we do is tailored to your unique needs. We’ve created a welcoming, professional space that feels relaxed and down-to-earth — a place where you can unwind, be yourself, and enjoy honest, personalised advice that brings out your natural beauty. Whether you’re here for a quick refresh or some well-earned self-care, we’re proud to be your trusted spot for beauty and wellbeing in the heart of Birmingham.

We look forward to seeing you in the salon

The Essentials Girls xx

Read more...

Opening hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 20:00
Thursday 09:00 - 20:00
Friday 10:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:30 - 16:30
Sunday Closed

Services

Nails
Beauty
Face
Body

Reviews

4.95
2,529 verified reviews
Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Filter by rating

Brilliant surprise Christmas nails today

Lisa Flynn
24th Nov 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

I surprised Emma today by having my Christmas nails done early and as always they were totally amazing!! All designs were drawn free hand and they are outstanding. I love them! Emma is a perfectionist and takes so much pride in her work. I highly recommend her for any arty nails, sorry Emma lol but you really are Brilliant! Thank you so very much ?

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Lol thanks Lisa. I hope you enjoy them xx

Perfect nails

Julie Tynan
24th Nov 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Sadie is always professional and my nails are always perfect.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Julie. We love having you in the salon.

Nails and toes

Hannah And Clare
23rd Nov 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Really love our nails as usual :) thank you Sadie for doing such a good job :)

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks girls for a lovely review. X

CACI Treatment

Jackie O'Brien
22nd Nov 2017
Team Member: Nicole
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Never ever disappointed

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Jackie.

Full body massage & facial

Diane Strong
21st Nov 2017
Team Member: Nicole
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Really relaxing fell asleep at least twice

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Glad you enjoyed it. See you again soon.

Facial and massage

Susan Hammond
21st Nov 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Lovely experience, superb facial and massage.

Thank you Sadie

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Susan. Glad you enjoyed it. X

Toes painted/ massage

Jackie dunbar
17th Nov 2017
Team Member: Nicole
5.0

Very pleased. Staff make you so welcome. They are very friendly

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Jackie.

Wouldn’t go anywhere else

Amy Matthews
16th Nov 2017
Team Member: Amy
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Once again Amy provided the perfect service. Great bubbly friendly therapist who is extremely knowledgeable about all treatments.

Great atmosphere and all staff are lovely see you next month ?

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Amy! ??

Neck shoulder and back massage

Jessica
16th Nov 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

30’minutes of heaven! Defiantly helped ease some of the tension in my back and shoulders! Would recommend like I was recommended by a friend!

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you, glad you enjoyed your treatment. Hope to see you again soon.

Birthday nails

Anonymous
14th Nov 2017
Team Member: Emma
4.5

Very friendly, welcoming and comfortable. I absolutely love my nails.
Thank you.
Birthday nails ?

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a lovely review.

Manicure

Caroline Woodin
10th Nov 2017
Team Member: Andrea
4.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

I am always very happy with any treatments I have had at Essentials Andrea is always very professional and ready to offer advice if needed

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Caroline x

Excellent as always

Hannah Doherty
10th Nov 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Emma always does an excellent job whatever treatment I have, the atmosphere is lovely and I always come out feeling relaxed and refreshed.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Hannah. It is always lovely to see you. X

Spray tan

Louise Adams
8th Nov 2017
Team Member: Laura
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Thank you again for a lovely professional experienced at essentials

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a lovely review. See you again soon.

Always a pleasure

Helen Roden
4th Nov 2017
Team Member: Nicole
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

What I love most is the personal service. Relaxed atmosphere. I look forward to coming here. New colour today peacock blue with a touch of sparkle - pretty shellac toes and manicured nails. Thankyou.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Helen for a lovely review. It is always great to see you x

Nails

Anonymous
2nd Nov 2017
5.0

As per usual great company and excellent service

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere

Excellent

Jane Leedham
31st Oct 2017
Team Member: Amy
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Consistently friendly and good standard of service ?
I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Jane. ?

The best

Claire Russell
28th Oct 2017
Team Member: Laura
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Had a pedicure with Laura it was the best I have ever had I will be back

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks for a lovely review Claire x

Extensions

Angela Doherty
27th Oct 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Excellent service as ever from Emma. Never had extensions before, so I didn't know what to expect. But I love them. Thank you. I would highly recommend Essentials ?

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Angela. Have great holiday ?

Lovely ?

Caroline Payne
27th Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Sadie and the team were so lovely and really made me feel special will definitely be going back

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for the lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Sandra

Sandra Kertina
24th Oct 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Absolutely perfect thank u

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Sandra ?

Highly recommended ?

Edina Jarabek
21st Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0

Sadie is a very kind person and she did a very great job. I will definitely book another appointment with her.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Fabulous

Angie Clayton
20th Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Very lovely is Sadie xx treatment excellent will be back again very soon xxx

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Angie. See you again soon ?

Never disappointed!

Diane Ford
19th Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

I have been having my nails done by Sadie for the past 8 months or so and have never been disappointed, she always does a fantastic job.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a lovely review Diane ?

Full body massage

Anonymous
14th Oct 2017
Team Member: Amy
5.0

Fantastic, relaxing full body massage! Was exactly what I needed.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Glad you enjoyed your treatment. Thank you.

Welcoming team as always

Sue Stevens
12th Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

As always a great experience at the salon at Castle Bromwich. Sadie made my toenails sparkle and Tina's tea and Christmas shopping tips were excellent. Always a pleasure to visit. Thank you

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks sue, we love having you in the salon.

First Massage

Harry Nokes
10th Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

First time ever having a back and neck massage, it was amazing and Sadie done an amazing job. Will definitely be returning!

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

That's great to hear, we look forward to seeing you again soon.

Outstanding

Jon
7th Oct 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

An outstanding experience as always! Emma is incredibly knowledgable and has a clear passion for Decleòr and looking after her clients. Thank you Emma!

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Jon, you are very welcome. Always good to see you ?

Very happy with my lashes

Claire Russell
7th Oct 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Thank you Sadie my lashes are lovely . Sadie made me feel very comfortable and relaxed . I will definitely be recommending this salon

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

That's good to hear Claire. Thank you for the lovely review, see you again soon.

Good feedback

Karen Biggs
5th Oct 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

I have always had good treatments at Essentials. I definitely recommend you to my friends and family. You are always friendly and I feel confident in your hands. You are all amazing x

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks you Karen for a lovely review. We always look forward to seeing you x

Visit

Lynsey
29th Sep 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0

Lovely welcome and great service as normal

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks you ?

LVL enhance

Lisa Knight
28th Sep 2017
Team Member: Sensi
4.5
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

I love my eye lashes. Sense did a great job. She's a lovely pleasant young lady

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a nice review

Excellent

Angela Doherty
28th Sep 2017
Team Member: Sadie
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Had my eyebrows and eyelashes tinted. Never had it done before , but Sadie was very good, explaing what she was doing. Very professional , thank you

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a lovely review ?

Pedicure

Becky Palmer
28th Sep 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

A lovely pamper treat with a deluxe pedicure. Will definatley be returning and recommend a visit. Lovely staff!

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Lovely to meet you, see you again soon. ??

My stars say it all

Susan
28th Sep 2017
Team Member: Sensi
5.0

Friendly welcome with excellent treatment (nails)

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you ?

Male Waxing

Khezir Yasin
27th Sep 2017
Team Member: Amy
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Very happy with the service at the Essentials which is why i go back regularly.

Amy is very professional and very quick with the waxing which is a bonus.

Highly recommended

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you a great review.

Essentials

Lisa
25th Sep 2017
Team Member: Nicole
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Another fantastic facial. Cleansing, toning, anti-ageing and so relaxing. I would recommend Essentials facials to everyone.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Always good to see you on the salon Lisa. ?

Nails

Sue Purcell
25th Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Lovely nails smashing people good cuppa

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Sue. Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

Nails by Emma

Dawn Milward
20th Sep 2017
Team Member: Emma
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Emma is a true professional, my nails are beautiful and she is a lovely person. I have been going to the salon for many years and I can't recommend it highly enough. All of the staff are friendly and professional at all times. Thankyou Dawn xx

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Dawn. We love having you in the salon xx

Fab

Nicola Brown
20th Sep 2017
Team Member: Sensi
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

On recommendation by a friend I had the LVL treatment to lengthen my eyelashes but still leaving them looking natural. Really pleased with the results and definitely no need for mascara now ! Will going back again

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for the lovely review. See you again soon x

Friday 15th Sept

Anonymous
15th Sep 2017
5.0

Very happy with my manicure and toes Thank you Sadie x

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you.

Fab!

Heather Bright
15th Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

The girls got me wedding ready! Great Salon! Great value!

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks for a lovely review. Hope you have a great time x

Massage

Fiona Churchley
13th Sep 2017
4.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Massage was pleasant but nothing exceptional.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Sorry that the massage was not as you expected. Thank you for the feedback.

Holiday Wax!

Debbie Wall
11th Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

As always, great service from the ladies at Essentials.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Great to se you!

Excellent

Wendy Jenkins
9th Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Very professional and friendly staff. We will use this salon regularly.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a lovely review. See you again soon

First time waxer

Lucy Matthews
2nd Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

It was a strange experience but well worth it makes you feel so clean and tidy

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

I hope we made you feel comfortable despite it being strange? Glad you like the results. ?

Lovely

Lesley Williams
2nd Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

The treatments are always of a high standard and the girls are always so nice. You have a good chat and a giggle and i never want to leave.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you Lesley. ??

Satisfied & very happy

Lesley Williams
1st Sep 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

The whole experience was just lovely. A very nice place with a relaxed atmosphere, and you chat with everyone here & there, staff & customers. The appointment you go for is always spot on & professional, but with that personal touch. You go girls, you're all fabulous.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you ?

LVL Lashes

Sarah Hammell
31st Aug 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

A really lovely salon with A* costumer service, from beginning to the end the service was fantastic. I love my eye lashes, thank you.

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you for a great review. See you again soon.

Amazing!

Lilly Harvey
30th Aug 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Lovely ladies!! Amazed at my lashes! Would definitely recommend! xxx

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thank you ? See you again soon

Great experience

Jamie Legg
30th Aug 2017
5.0
Appointment verified by iSalon Software

Great service and everyone's so friendly and welcoming ?

Service
Value
Result
Cleanliness
Atmosphere
Response from The Essentials Beauty Salon

Thanks Jamie ?