I had a free lunchtime in Glasgow last week and decided to go and get myself a facial. This place…read morewas minutes from my hotel and it had good reviews. I'm a bit of a fusspot about my skin, so I was a little apprehensive. First things first, this salon is a bit tricky to find - it's under the arches but it's very easy to walk straight past it (I did, countless times). You'll find it on the left if you're walking towards the radisson blu hotel on argyle street. It's right under the arches of Glasgow Central station. It does say beauty in the window but it's easily missed because many of the shops are painted in the same green. When you get in you'll be greeted by friendly faces and lots of welcoming. You'll be made to feel right at home. I must admit I felt a little nervous because it's not the best looking salon I've seen. It could do with a little tidy up and it's certainly not a haven of peace, you'll hear trains running over the top of you (it's under the train bridge) and it's noisy with hairdressing if you're in one of the treatment rooms. So why the five stars. Margaret (?) was my therapist and she was lovely. We did a microdermabrasion and she did a fantastic job. A really thorough cleanse, lovely products and a pain free process (microdermabrasion can leave you red faced if the therapist goes too far with it!) The liquorice mask reminded me of many a night drinking sambuca (urgh) but it was worth it. It tingles a bit (which scared me) but don't be scared, it'll settle down and it was worth it! I came out of the salon glowing, and a few hours later, my skin had never looked better. Normally when I get it done in London, it takes a few days to show the effects. Not so here. I got so many comments on my skin that evening and actually it has felt great ever since. Even better, it's an absolute steal (compared to what I pay in London, at least). If I'm back in town, I'll be headed here.

It was a dilemma. The emergency pre-holiday wax was needed and my usual beauty salon was closed…read more You can't trust just anyone when dealing with your more delicate areas, and more to the point, I couldn't afford just anyone. A bikini wax can set you back up to £30 in Glasgow and so you are faced with the predicament of compromise- how cheap do you go without sacrificing hygiene, professionalism and your dignity? After recommendations from friends, I opted for Beauty In The City which seemed to offer good value for money. A small salon convieniently located on Argyle Street, hidden beneath the 'Heilenman's Umbrella' (that's Central Station bridge to the non-locals) it specialises in waxing, massage and nail care. I decided to go for the Brazilian which at £17 was more risky than a 'Playboy' but less intimidating than the 'Hollywood'. The salon seemed clean and well organised and I was pleased at how quickly I was seen. I was in and out in 20minutes and despite being the last appointment of the day, I didn't feel rushed. Beauty in The City is more Glasgow glam that city chic with hot pink walls and over-tanned members of staff to match. However, it benefits from another Glaswegian trait- incredibly friendly service. Beauty treatments are given from girls who will chat like they've known you for years. My beautician immediately put me at ease when I felt apprehensive, vulnerable and exposed. She was clear about exactly what she was going to do and made the whole process as pleasant as possible. A bikini wax is not for the faint-hearted however my discretion was considered throughout and I was made to feel comfortable. I'll definitely be going back.

My favorite salon in the UK. Owner Scott Cooper is a master stylist and fun to spend time with…read moretoo. He has a great rapport with people of all ages. His staff is top-notch, and the salon offers a variety of beauty services. Highly recommended whenever you're in Glasgow.

I booked a blow out for my mum during our visit to Glasgow and we had a great experience. The staff…read morewas super friendly and welcoming, and my mum was very happy with her hair stylist, Eileen. Definitely recommend this salon to anyone in the area!

My first time visiting Peaches and was impressed by friendly and welcoming manner. Really like look…read moreof my brows, plus good deal on 5pm! Have booked in for next month :) July 2016 Another wee visit and this time I got a wee weekend goodie bag with chocolates and cocktail in a can, always such good service!

I've been getting my eyebrows waxed at the same salon since before I got married 7 years ago. I'd…read moreheard rave reviews about Peaches so decided to give them a try. First I have to say the team were great at answering my pre-visit questions on Twitter and I was able to phone up and book an appointment no problem--it is also possible to book online (which works on mobile) but I didn't have my card near me when I went to book. I had my baby girl with me in her pram and that wasn't an issue at all. The girls in the salon totally fussed over her and she was happy as can be. My brows were shaped and I was in/out in under 10 minutes. On a Friday they give their customer's goodie bags as a thank you AND if a friend refers you you'll get £5 off! Not too shabby! They have a range of brow packages if you like to get yours tinted, etc but the basic brow wax will run you £8.50 which for the quality of treatment is great. I had a bit of a reaction to their oil post wax but they were super helpful and have a different oil and a plan in place for me next time I go and have been messaging me to check in on my brows! Also it's worth mentioning there is a pretty epic glitter wall. Who doesn't love a glitter wall?

First off - although I already submitted changes to the location of Designer Waxing, it's not quite…read moreshowing up yet... @Yelp - hurry up! :-) Those seeking a good quality (intimate) wax - go to 205 Hope Street, within Belle and Blackley Hair Salon Second, I want to update my review of Designer Waxing for the following reasons: 1) I had some horrible waxing experiences at other establishments in this fine city (curiosity almost killed the cat!). 2) Those horrible experiences reaffirmed that this place (Designer Waxing) is hands down the best I could find in Glasgow. 3) Do not be lured in or tempted by too good to be true discounts that other spas/salons offer... because they're in fact "too good to be true" 4) Don't skimp on intimate waxes... expect to pay £30-35 for quality service and years of experience. If you value your cookie, you will splurge (within reason) for quality and cleanliness. 5) I cannot stress the importance of the highest level of clean hygiene standards, especially with regard to your cookie - treat it well! 6) I've been seeing Jo since I moved back to Glasgow, and she's a good mix of professionalism, quality and good banter. I'm very pleased with the work she does, and I have no hesitations about going back to her for future appointments. Jennifer (the owner) and Anna, from what I hear, are also great alternatives. After that little rant, it's safe to say that I'm a loyal Designer Waxing customer, and I would highly recommend their professional services over anyone else now offering intimate waxing. Designer Waxing's service and experience is truly unparalleled. The. End. :-)

I've been a client for a few years now after finding them online, and their service and standards…read moreare bang on. I wouldn't trust anyone else to come near me with wax! I can say with confidence that everyone there does a great job, I mostly see Nicole, and they are fantastic at putting you at ease with no surprises. They moved to a new premises I think about a year ago and it's just lush. If you are thinking of getting any grooming done, male or female, I can refer with confidence. Without going into too much detail, they are very fussy about the products they use, and it's the only place I've been too where I don't look like a plucked chicken afterwards.

First time reveiwer of anything but I had such a positive experience I feel compelled to take to…read morethe internet - I cannot rate this place enough! I went to Wax HQ for (first time) leg, armpit + intimate waxing. Louise was a joy - kind, professional + friendly. The excellent products they use really minimize any pain or irritation that usually follows a wax. For such an important thing I recommend going to the best. Go!

From the owner: Based within Belle & Blackley on Hope Street, Wax HQ are a team of professionally trained beauty…read moreexperts who specialise in waxing.

Back at Benefit Brow Bar in Frasers Glasgow today , was happy to see Carly again and more than…read morehappy to leave with perfect eyebrows ! thank you Carly !

Benefit make-up is one of the most popular brands around today, but recently i've come to realise…read morethat sometimes the quirky packaging is a lot better than the actual product itself. Everything here is beautifully presented and you can get mini sets of all the full size products in a dinky little set which is perfect size for handbags! I usually get the odd Benefit product at Christmas time which is great. However, when I compare it to other brands such as MAC, Lancome and Bobbi Brown, Benefit just doesn't cut it. Especially with foundation, there really isn't a lot of coverage and i've found it goes quite patchy throughout the day which isn't a good look. Perhaps it just doesn't work aswell with my skin but i've found myself going off Benefit more and more recently. I am also upset that they've decided to discontinue my favourite "Maybe Baby" fragrance, instead replacing it with the new "Crescent Row" range which is beautifully designed with the packaging more appealing than the actual fragrance. The outer packaging being a little house and the perfume bottle looks like a little cocktail shaker, very cute but the main thing you're paying for is a box. They have also made the mistake of having a very poor range of shades of foundation and claiming one shade matches every skintone - absolute nonsense! The staff are always friendly, but they all work on commission so no matter what you try on, it's always going to look fabulous. Funny that. I have to admit, their "That Gal" primer is one of the best i've used and it smells amazing, I'm also a fan of "High Beam". I think Benefit is a case of style over substance and it kind of reminds me of The Emperors New Clothes. I used to be a huge fan of Benefit but feel I have been deceived and suckered in by the pretty packaging disguising average quality make-up and paying a hefty price for it to boot.

Ok, so I arrived at my 9.30 appointment with a few minutes to spare - I walked up to the counter…read moreand the counter manager told me to have a seat as the girl who was going to be doing my brows wasn't in yet. I sat down feeling a bit awkward so I tried to make a bit of small talk with the girls who were standing chatting. They smiled and got back to their conversation about their night out leaving me feeling even more awkward. By this time, the girl who was doing my eyebrows had arrived. I explained that I liked the thickness of my eyebrows, I was just in to get a tidy and reshape. She explained what she was going to do and was really quick with the wax. I was really pleased with my eyebrows but the level of professionalism from the counter really put me off. I'll head to HOF next time.

From the owner: Unique, quirky & totally cute, Benefit boutiques are like a candy store for grown up girlies! Our…read moreBeauty Artists and highly trained Brow Experts will take care of all your beauty and waxing needs.Famous for high quality iconic products with clever names, compelling packaging and quick fix solutions for every gal's beauty dilemmas, Benefit attracts women of every age from around the world.

After getting a quick manicure from Sacha at the Yelp Links of London event I knew I needed to pay…read moreher a visit again! I love doing my nails myself and grow bored of my manicures quickly so I tend not to pay to get them done, but I'm no nail technician! My nails were in such a bad state shape-wise and I really needed to see a professional to sort the situation out! You can book in with Sacha via email and she works out of the Toni Cook salon. When I visited it was in their old location in Merchant City, but she informed me that they were in the process of moving to a swanky new salon just off Buchanan Street (above The Lab, where they are currently situated). I booked in about 2 weeks before my desired appointment time and I would recommend booking early as she's a busy little bee and appointments go quickly! I opted to go for a gel polish on my own nails rather than false acrylic nails. While I waited my turn in the salon I got a little nail wheel to browse the colours. There's a lot to choose from, lots of nice pastel-y colours and lovely dark vampy colours, as well as some sparkly numbers! I didn't really know what sort of design or look I wanted so Sacha suggested a few looks to me and I ended up going for a V design on some accent nails in alternating colours. I was getting my nails done specifically for my friends wedding and had a picture of my dress with me and Sacha helped me pick out some colours that matched well. Sacha was very professional and chatty during my manicure. She remembered me from the Yelp event which was really nice! I felt very relaxed while I was there and it seemed like my manicure flew in! I've been to some really standoffish nail techs in the past and have been entirely ignored while I've had my nails done, so I appreciate when someone can hold a conversation and still deliver an A+ manicure! I loved my nails when there were done and after 2 weeks they're still looking as good! My manicure came in at £25 which I think is pretty good considering how long it'll last. You can pay with cash or via paypal, card payments are also accepted but require a £1 service fee. Gel polish removal comes in at £4 which is nothing if you don't want to wreck your nails doing it yourself!! I've already booked in for my next manicure! I'd really recommend Sacha if you're looking to get your nails done, she does a banging manicure, she's super nice and her wee dog (who is really well behaved and comes to work with her) is so cute!! :)

Haven't gotten a manicure since I moved to Glasgow methinks so I thought, what better way to treat…read moremy nails than for a special occasion like Christmas? :) I made my booking with Sacha like a month+ in advance because I know she's busy, especially during the festive seasons. Lucky for my efficiency, I got a spot, and told her I wanted gel nails! I remember Queen B getting em and they lasted forever! Perfect, since I'll be away from Glasgow for 3 weeks! Anyway, I easily found the salon via Yelp, headed through the alley and up the stairs. To my pleasant surprise, was greeted by Sacha's wee chihuahua. He cuddled me while I waited for Sacha to be done with the previous client. What a good way to keep me occupied! Haha So, Sacha is a wonderful manicurist. She uses a brand of polish from the UK (I don't remember the name unfortunately. Artist polish? Something like that) and says she insists on only using those because of its high quality. I appreciate her sincerity! And the nail polish is after all, super nice! She's also very welcoming, friendly and open to trying fun artsy things in your nails. "Open to experiments" she says! :) she uses an LED nail dryer thinggy that makes your gel nails set asap and that's like super amazing to me haha no more wrecked nails! Anyway I love my nails! I have candy canes and a wee Christmas pudding on my ring fingers! The salon is spacious. Sacha is amazing and bubbly! Will definitely go back next year for a touch up or some new nail art hehehe Highly recommend!