I went to this Frenchy's location two days in a row and the service was absolutely wonderful both…read morevisits. Vickie did my eyebrows and Clare did a fabulous peel/ pedicure. I will certainly be coming back to Frenchy's for their quality services and welcoming family vibe.

Frenchy's is my go to for a spray tan for those special occasions where its needed. Megan was…read moreamazing, friendly and accommodating and I felt very relaxed and comfortable.

A what?! A Floatarium? Surely this is a made up thing?…read more It's not. Even though I hate all this new age, healing nonsense my curiousity gets the better of me and I have to try new things out, even if it does make me laugh and get a good slagging from my other half. This Therapy Centre and Shop isn't well hidden, but it's always relatively quiet which is perfect for something that's supposed to be relaxing (avoid during the festival for goodness sake!) The Float tanks keep you afloat (obviously) while tranquil music plays softly, the lights are dimmed (or you can have them off) and a shower is provided for afterwards. They also offer things such as Aromatherapy massage, Therapeutic Massage, Reflexology, Chiropody, Reiki, Shiatsu - I've not tried any of these but my builder/brickie friend swears by Reiki. On the vanity side of things you can get all sorts of look-betters such as Facial Toning and the notorious Inchwrap. If you're more of a private person and prefer to do all this witchcraft in your own home, there's a gift shop catering for whatever candle and crystal needs you may have.

Heard some hype about the floatarium and have been curious so decided to treat myself. First, I…read morethought it was rather expensive.. £45 for a min 1h float with a 1h massage was £85. It is also on Wahanda / Treatwell but no benefit as the same price for this package and listed as a 45 min massage! It's centrally located but was smaller inside than expected considering its international status on the website. Set aside at least 3 hours! Service was friendly and the girl at the front desk explained the process and some benefits. What I did like was the privacy.. I think there are only a couple 'pods' where you can be completely by yourself and has a shower with shampoo, conditioner, body wash, a changing area, slippers, towels and a robe. Shower took quite a while to warm up but I think they was mentioned on the instruction sheet. You're also given ear plugs, vaseline for any cuts /abrasions, and the option to gave a neck rest. Once the door is closed and you turn off the inner light, you are in complete darkness floating in shallow salt water with some music for the first 15 min and last 5 min. They give you a knock to let you know when time's up. I'd say it was relaxing for the first 20 minutes and then I started feeling nauseous and prickly from being too hot. The temperature is supposed to be 'room and body temperature'. I tried not to move too much but got salt in my eye that stung so much it couldn't be ignored so I had to wash it off. I ended up using the neck float for the last 10 min because I felt I couldn't breathe properly and the rest props the body up a bit so you can get more air. It was relaxing to an extent as your entire body floats quite easily instead of unevenly as in normal water. It brings to attention places you hold tension such as my tendency to tense and neck and shoulders and lower back. Don't know how common it is to feel nausea but I can say it wasn't a pleasant feeling and lasted for some time. The pod could do with being slightly wider as my arms/fingers tended to touch the sides. They give you plenty of time to get showered and changed and there's a separate waiting area where you can blow dry your hair. It normally comes with an aromatherapy massage but I requested a deep tissue massage as I prefer more pressure and have some bad knots in my shoulders. The massage wasn't the worst but not even close to the best I've had. It was probably the SLOWEST massage I've ever had - perhaps intentionally for relaxation but it made me feel it was more of a time-stretching style and I would get my money's worth with more of a pace. To her credit, the masseuse did apply more pressure to the back but her laborious breathing detracted from the intended relaxation effect! Plus, I dislike it when massage therapists don't realise the unpleasant use of nails.. She had one really sharp nail (or rough piece of skin?) that was distracting. I found the interruption by announcement whenever a massage area was completed - moving from back to arms to legs/feet a needless break in flow as the whole point is to relax and not have to speak. The leg massage was ok but the arm and hand massage were so light and slow as to be ineffective. It could have been my imagination but I only noticed one foot being massaged! Both the floatarium and the massage were disappointing but there were some good points hence the 3 stars.

I've been coming here for about 6 months now, my eyebrows look amazing and so neat every time. My…read morefriends always comment on them after I've been to Zuri. Very welcoming little salon, the staff are always friendly and pleased to see you!

I go here for most of my treatments, the therapists know what they're doing & are really…read moreprofessional- nothing is too much trouble. Pauline has given my skin a new lease of life with her invaluable advice and recommended products (they use REN) . Prices are pretty much the best I've seen in Edinburgh, for the treatments & service you get. Would recommend to everyone!

SBL Beauty Lounge is located within Medusa hair salon on Bread Street. It opened about a year ago…read moreand I have been a regular customer for about seven months. SBL is owned and operated by Iram - who is great! So great in fact, I go about twice a month! (Iram used to work for a very popular/well known West End beauty boutique but decided to open her own business.) I regularly get my eyebrows threaded, manicures (shellac), and waxing done by Iram. For waxing (especially intimate waxing) - Iram is the best. She is so quick, makes it pain free, and is a perfectionist. She is also really keen to help you get into a routine to prevent any ingrown hairs and provides really good info on what to do at home and between treatments. My shallac manicures last at least two weeks and they rarely chip. (I usually get bored with the colour and get my manicure removed because my nails grow quickly!) I have been getting my eyebrows threaded for about 10 years and am super picky. Iram knows what is good for your face and adjusts the threading treatment appropriately. Iram also specialises in other beauty treatments, such as: eyelash extensions, eyelash tinting, make up application and spray on tans. One of things I really like is that SBL is text you receive a text a day before your treatment, which is a great reminder. I highly recommend Iram! (Just hope she doesn't get too busy now!)

Iram is amazing! I get all of my beauty treatments at SBL, waxing, threading, shellac and I've even…read morehad my makeup done for a few events this year! My shellac always lasts at least 3 weeks on my fingers and much longer on my toes, my eyebrows look better than they ever have! Thanks Iram :) you keep me looking my best!

I went in here for a practical treatment- the leg wax, and left wishing I'd have gone for the more…read moreluxurious sounding pomegranate revitalising facial. Unfortunately as a recent graduate it was a little out of my price range and too frivolous for someone on a budget. For me however, a leg wax prior to holiday time is a must. Given the unpleasantness of the treatment it was (almost) a pleasant experience. In a calm, clean, quiet salon I was lead to a warmly lit waiting room and offered a drink. The well groomed receptionist and beauticians weren't as aloof as those in other salon despite and my waxer chatted to me all the way through as though we were old friends. The treatment itself was fantastic as the woman explained they use hot wax that they rip off rather than using cloth strips. This makes for a cleaner, easier and (marginally) less painful wax that lasted longer than others I have had. This is a more expensive place than I would usually go but worth it as it was a top quality job. They do give a student discount but I would say this is a place for the people of Edinburgh who have more disposable income than the average student. My plan is to ask for Zen gift vouchers at Christmas and head back for the pomegranate facial!

I visit Zen In Bruntsfield all the time in my mind you couldn't get any better! When i moved to…read moreEdinburgh i was in need of a beauticians initially for my eyebrows to be done and theres quite a few salons in Bruntsfield/Morningside but Zen stood out because of there tasteful appearance and professional reception service. I first booked in for HD Brows which by the way is so worth it. But now i regularly have a sports massage , myriad facial and my hd eyebrows done. It is a bit more expensive than what i usually pay but the service of the receptionist, the beauticians doing the treatment are of such high standard. I now use their products on my face and it is a big difference on my skin. They do block bookings which can save you a bit of money in the long run, student discount and vouchers to purchase. I would definetly recommend this salon if your looking for a real pampering session, they also have branches over in Hanover street and Teviot Place.

My friend and I spotted this spa as the only Guerlain spa in the U.K. So it was our mission to…read morevisit!! So when she said, let's go to Scotland ... I suggested the Waldorf Astoria in Edinburgh so we could visit the spa!! I phoned up few weeks before to book a massage & facial session then about 4 hours later, I received an email from the hotel concierge saying he could book things for us - including the spa with 10% off!!! Arghhhhhhh a discount!!! But the spa terms & conditions state I would lose money if I cancelled (so I could ask the concierge to rebook it with discount!) so we left it. The spa is lovely, reception is like a shrine to the guerlain products, there is a waiting room though quite small and they only had one toilet which seemed to be used by someone changing in there! We had got changed in our bedrock and put on the dressing gown n slippers that were in my room. First we had a foot spa, it was great, relaxing and lovely! Then we got taken to the treatment room where we had massage & facial. It was great!!! One of the best!! It is expensive but if you sign up to their mailing list, the hotel send out offers. I didn't book one of those but off the spa menu. We signed for it to the hotel then I told her the story bout the concierge offering me a discount after I'd already booked! The receptionist said 'why didn't you say!!' And reversed the charge and applied the discount! Awww so sweet!!! If you are in Edinburgh and wanting a beauty treatment or spa time - you are allowed to use the gym n pool too, I recommend spoiling yourself!!

I recently received a voucher to spend in Essential Therapy for my graduation, so when I was…read morewondering past it the other day I decided to pop in and book a treatment. Essential Therapy claim to be 'maintenance for both women and men', which I could probably do with a bit more of, so I was pleased to see the massive range of therapies on offer, from fake tan applications to Botox, which I can say I don't quite need yet! The assistant was every helpful and clearly knew her stuff, and I booked an Essential Classic facial treatment, which includes a head and neck massage,for £28. That was probably the cheapest treatment, as it is quite expensive. I will report back on how the actual treatment goes!

I had a really bad wax experience at Essential Therapy Edinburgh. There were patches left all over…read moremy legs and my bikini line was left very sore and red for days. I would not recomond gong there.

there are a few things a girl needs in her life: to be loved, cherised, treated like a princess,…read moreand of course to be throughly pampered! Pure Spa at Ocean Terminal definitely ticks the box on this last necessity as i was well reminded on my most recent visit today. i've been a regular customer to Pure Spa for at least the last year with some sporadic visits when they initially opened. however, now that they do monthly offers (generally half priced spa treatments, excellent value for money!) i tend to put some money aside to make a visit every 4 weeks for a bit of much needed pampering. i can't express in words how much i love this place! today my treatment involved an infra-red sauna session, a back massage, a facial (taliored to my needs), and an eye treatment to help reduce puffines and dark circles. amazing value at £65 for an on peak appointment and only £55 off peak! the infra-red sauna has become a standard of all their monthly spa offers and it's a nice addition. although sitting and sweating out your toxins is probably one of the least glamouress things ever, it is quite relaxing and a nice way to start off the spa session. i've had the same therapist a few times now and i wish i could remember the girl's name because she is excellent and really listens to what i want from my treatments. i had booked the appointment a few weeks ago when just days after a massage i was already suffering from really sore and tight shoulders. i told this all to my lovely therapist and she really applied the pressure to these areas during the back massage. some people might not like quite so deep pressure, but it was exactly what i needed and my shoulders immediately felt so much better. my facial was next and when asked what i wanted i suggested a really good cleanse to help get rid of the every day toxins my skin is exposed to. i love the elemis range of products they use (i use a facial cleanser and toner daily at home) and the facial with the eye treatment was literally so relaxing i could have fallen asleep during it! while the face mask was drying the therapist did an amazing scalp massage and i just felt like a princess in relaxed bliss. needless to say, i will be back here for sure! i've got a customer loyalty card, so for every £10 i spend i get a stamp and 10 stamps means £10 off my next treatment. an excellent way to entice me to keep going, not like i really need it though! love love love this place, it is perfection for feeling like a pampered princess!!!

Sometimes you just need time out. Sometimes you just need a massage to niggle out these tense,…read moresore muscles. This is where Pure Spa comes in for me. Now situated on the ground level next to Debenhams, it's very handy from the car park and the shops (a'hem a little too handy for the shops in my case!). My massuse was friendly and professional on inital introdution, during the massage and after. I felt a little sore but that was to be expected since I had reallly tight shoulders, but it's definatley less so now. I reccommend Pure spa and I will be back, especially for the 25 mins massage. It's good value and dosen't take too much time out of a busy schedule!