Located on Lapwing Lane right opposite the West Didsbury tram stop, this is a popular jaunt for the…read moreladies who need a bit of pampering. They offer, manicures, pedicures, waxing, massages, facials and many other specialist treatments. I must add that this is one of the more expensive places to get these treatments in the area so if you've got some time and want to save yourself some pennies it certainly is worth looking around. I called on Friday to try and book an eyebrow appointment for the next day. I was told that the time slot I wanted was already booked, however they could fit me in a little bit later on. An hour later I received a voicemail message stating that the time slot I initially wanted had become available, so I called them back to amend my booking. I strolled in from the cold outside and was warmly welcomed, both by the staff and the atmosphere. The layout and design is very modern and chic. Definitely what you want to see when walking into a beauty salon. I was taken to one of the many private rooms and was told to relax on the massage bed whilst the wax was prepared. The bed must have had an electric blanket under the towels as it was extremely warm. This probably would have been more useful if I was unclothed, getting a massage, however with my warm winter jumper on it made me feel too hot. The gentle music and dimmed lighting helped ensure that I was in a relaxed mood and the lady who was treating me ensured she knew exactly what I wanted before starting. I was extremely happy with the outcome - I now have perfectly rounded and neat eyebrows! I'd recommend this salon or 'retreat' as they like to call it to any lady who is in need of a pampering or a relaxing massage.

Evies can be found at the end of the parade of shops opposite west didsburys new tram station. Once…read morea hairdressers and beauty salon called heaven, it reopened under new management in 2013 as Evie's retreat. The booking of treatments couldn't be simpler through the website and you can even choose a staff member by name if you want to book your regular beautician. There is also a bonus of late opening twice a week, so you can easily drop in for a quick treatment after work. On arrival the staff were very welcoming, friendly and approachable. Throuhgout the treatment i was made to feel at ease and the staff member was knowledgeable and friendly. I'm not really one for beauty treatments, as i always feel awkward, but that was not the case at evies and i'd happily go back to experience more. Having only had a quick 10 minute treatment, i cant comment too much on the actual services available, but i'm encouraged to go back and try more.

I received a leaflet through the door advertising this place a while ago and decided on the spur of…read morethe moment to try it out for an indian head massage after a stressful week at work. It's located above 'In All Her Finery', a cute little boutique which also receives great reviews on Qype. The lady who runs the business rents a space here and also somewhere in Chorlton I think and it seems like a relatively small, but very pleasant set up. She's very friendly and asks lots of medical questions before she starts (which I guess is all for legal reasons?) but it's all very relaxed and we had quite a giggle filling in the forms, to be honest. It was a nice way to relax and fairly inexpensive. She also runs an offer on your first treatment so that if you go back you get your second treatment half price.

I've been to this West Didsbury salon quite a few times in the past year, and have never been let…read moredown. My stylist is friendly and professional, and always listens to what you're looking for. The salon is relaxing, with good service- drinks, magazines. Price is really reasonable, at about £30 for a cut and blow dry which is great for a reliable stylist. If you want to go somewhere that feels like home, without risking an 'I cut my own hair' disaster, this is a great place. Unlike busy centre of city salons, you can feel really relaxed here, without the sense of being one on a conveyor belt of customers.

Friendly stuff, but will NEVER EVER go there. I took a photo of highlights that I wanted done and…read moreasked Amanda(the colourist) if she can do it. She said yes. I spent 5+ hours there and ended up with a horrible bleach job. The highlights were supposed to get lighter gradually. She just bleached bottom half(from chin down) of ALL of my hair. It looked as if I was wearing a coat with the fur of the lightest golden blonde on my collar. Even though I mentioned 100 times that I wanted ash brown hair and ash blonde highlights, I ended up with very dark reddish brown on top and golden-orangey from chin down and that was just before Christmas. I couldn't get another appointment anywhere else and had to colour my hair twice. Now my hair is dead and I have to cut it:((( Robert did a good job with the cut on that same day. I paid GBP 120 for the highlights and the cut. Bottom line-it is pricey and not worth the money AT ALL!

I'm a regular at the salon in West Didsbury. I find the technicians here very pleasant and…read moreprofessional. I usually have waxing here, but there's a range of services on offer, some quite technical! They also offer hollywood waxing which not all salons do, and they are very good. Prices are reasonable, and there are often special offers available. The salon is closed on a Monday, but open on Sundays which is helpful, quite late weekday evenings too.

Visited the salon today with my Mum on a Groupon Voucher. Firstly, we've had gift treatments at a…read morefew posh Cheshire Spas, but the therapists at these places can't hold a candle to the ladies at Elegance! Kiran, Honey and Shazma made us feel welcome and relaxed from the moment we arrived. The treatment room was cosy and warm with subtle lighting and gentle music. The treatment beds were super comfy and heated. We had the relaxing package of foot soak, exfoliation and foot massage, hot stone neck, back and shoulder massage and Indian head massage. Our therapists were professional and the whole treatment was outstanding - these ladies really know what they're doing, lovely experience and will definitely be returning for another pamper treat! Would highly reccomend.

what can i say about this place? my husband and i have been there twice each for massage, facials…read moreand pedicure(thats me only!) and they are heaven sent after a day of chaos... the owner Belinda is one of the most friendliest people i have ever seen, and they make you feel like you deserve all the pampering that you can get.. its not the most spacious spa i have seen, but so conveniently located, so reasonably priced, and they do such a good job of relaxing you and taking care of you, that you cant help but make plans for the next month (or week!!) i've enthusiastically recommended them to all our friends that i've met over christmas!! just take a day out to them and and you cant possibly not like them... :))

The best hairdressers in Manchester, I'm wary about sharing this place with you as I don't want to…read moreshoot myself in the foot and never be able to get an appointment, but then I feel I'm doing my bit for woman-kind by sharing my knowledge of this place. Whatever your hair type, thy can tame it, colour it, add extensions, cut and style it exactly how you like and is a great place to get your hairdo for a special occasion or a cut that's going to look just as good once you've washed and blown it yourself. Worth the short journey out of the city centre and away from the generic one-cut-will be made to suit all places. The girls here are miracle workers and lovely too.

I took my daughter here to have her hair put up for her prom and the staff were fantastic, she…read morewasnt too sure what she wanted so they did a couple of quick styles for her and she came home with one that she really liked and they didnt charge so she booked and went back and they styled it in the chosen stye and it was absolutely beautiful. The shop is bright and spotless clean and all the hair stylists are very pleasant and helpful, giving you drinks while you wait. I have since been back with my 2 girls to have a cut and blow and they were so happy with the stlye and the cut all their friends want to book as well, I think I should get commision for recommending them to everyone ha ha