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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4.91
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Lovely to be back!

Victoria Mackenzie
23rd Jul 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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So delighted to come back. Made to feel very safe and all of the staff are working hard to protect themselves and their clients. I have missed coming in so much and am already looking forward to my next visit. Thank you Neiva!

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Response from Original Salon

Thank you so much for the great review. We look forward to seeing you again soon. :)

Great Salon

Jennifer Tait
22nd Jul 2020
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Lovely staff, great treatments.

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Thank you Jennifer ?

Great to be back!

Jane Leonard
22nd Jul 2020
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Amazing treatment in a super clean and controlled environment. Friendly and lovely staff

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Thank you Jane, so nice to be back and to see you ?

BROWZ

Angela Taylor
22nd Jul 2020
Team Member: Inez
5.0
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First time back in the salon since lockdown felt very safe and so glad to get my Eyelash and brow tint done.

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Amazing, thanks for the lovely feedback ?

Salon treats for at home during lockdown

Naomi
21st Apr 2020
Team Member: Lauren
5.0

Thank you to Lauren for helping me to find some lovely Elemis pieces and a course of Advanced Nutrition supplements. She talked through my needs on the phone and was very knowledgeable of the different products, outlining which ones I could choose from that would suit me. The delivery came super quickly so that I could enjoy everything right away and I have already noticed the benefits. She has also been really helpful answering my questions after delivery as well. Can't wait to visit the salon when the lockdown is over :) thank you Womankind Beauty and Lauren!!

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Thank you Naomi for the great review. We look forward to seeing you soon. ?

Wonderful service

Pauline Lindsey
22nd Mar 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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I’m impressed with everyone at womankind and Neiva does such an amazing job with my nails, always with great humour and professionalism.

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Thank you for the lovely review ?

Beautiful shellac nails

Jo Hinks
6th Mar 2020
Team Member: Jenna
5.0
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I have had my nails done by Jenna many times and they are always beautiful and last so well!

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Thanks jo. We look forward to seeing you again soon ??

Will return again

Anonymous
6th Mar 2020
5.0

This is my third or fourth visit to this salon for waxing and every time they've been very welcoming and professional.

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Thank you for the lovely review ?

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Anonymous
26th Feb 2020
Team Member: Lauren
5.0

Lauren always gives the best personal service. Always positive and ensures you leave feeling good.

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Thank you for a lovely review

Waxing

Mike
26th Feb 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0

Neiva is absolutely fantastic - always a great service at this salon.

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Thank you for the great review. ?

IPL

Gordon
25th Feb 2020
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Excellent service and absolute diamond.

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Thank you for the lovely review ?

Excellent Service

Laura
22nd Feb 2020
Team Member: Jenna
5.0
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I always receive an excellent service. Jenna is lovely & chatty, whilst also being professional at all times. Would highly recommend.

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Hi Laura

Thanks you for taking the time to write a lovely review.?

Great

Robyn
20th Feb 2020
Team Member: Magda
5.0
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Magdalena makes a leg wax a relaxing experience!

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Thank you Robyn for the very kind feedback ?

Waxing

Corinne Tucker
20th Feb 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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Really friendly and efficient service

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Thanks Corinne for the lovely feedback ?

Brows & Lashes

Sarah M
19th Feb 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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I love Neiva’s gentle technique, precision and friendly manner. She is a great therapist.

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Thank you so much for the lovely review Sarah ?

Great treatments

Diana Mcmicking
19th Feb 2020
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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I had a great pedicure today in anticipation of my holiday. It’s been a long time since my feet had any attention and Roisin did a fantastic job.

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Thank you for the great review ?

IPL

Pat Law
19th Feb 2020
5.0
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As usual, Lauren was wonderful at sorting me out!

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Thank you pat

Always great

Gemma Heather-Hayes
12th Feb 2020
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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It’s just always a treat and a pleasure going to Womankind the service is always excellent and the girls always make you feel good.

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Thank you for the lovely review Gemma :)

Very good experience

Geraldine Doherty
7th Feb 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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Nevis always provides a friendly and efficient service.

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Thanks so much Geraldine for the lovely feedback

Signature treatment

Cat
5th Feb 2020
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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An amazing treatment from Roisin. Very relaxing and welcoming.

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Thanks cat. We are glad you enjoyed some relaxing time for yourself. ?

Perfect nails

Julie Simpson
5th Feb 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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As always nails look beautiful and service is fantastic

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Thanks Julie. Such a lovely review

Highly skilled professional

Dawn Paryho
3rd Feb 2020
Team Member: Magda
5.0
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I always enjoy my visit to the salon to see Magda for my nails. Not only is she highly skilled but she’s extremely considerate & attentive. Would definitely recommend Magda to anyone not only to have their nails done but she is also extremely knowledgeable about skin products & gives great advice.

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Thanks Dawn, what a great review

Excellent biotec facial

Joanna Leitch
28th Jan 2020
Team Member: Jenna
5.0
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This is my second one of these facials. I liked it so much that I came back again. I had the line eraser one.

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Thanks Joanna. They are amazing facials

Nails and eyebrows

Jennie
25th Jan 2020
Team Member: Jenna
5.0

Always brilliant

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Thanks Jennie ?

Professionalism

Kim Taylor
24th Jan 2020
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Always accommodating and I am, always happy with result. True professionals

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Thank you for the lovely review Kim :)

Womankind Edinburgh

Gordon l
24th Jan 2020
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Such a fantastic person and diamond practitioner. Always perfect, real attention to detail and top quality of work.

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thank you for the lovely review Gordon :)

Extremely relaxing hour

Joy Leslie
22nd Jan 2020
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Took advantage of offer of half hour massage and half hour biotec facial. Excellent value, very relaxing and came away feeling much better!

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Thanks for your great review joy. We are delighted that you enjoyed a relaxing hour with us. ?

Massage facial combo

Morven
21st Jan 2020
5.0

Perfect after a stressful day! Skin feels amazing and my body relaxed. Highly reccomend.

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Thanks Morven for a great review. We are delighted you have enjoyed your treatment ?

Eyebrow

Dot McQueen
18th Jan 2020
5.0
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Eyebrows like hedges now very neat and tidy. Top lip no longer has a shadow. Very friendly and efficient. Place itself is warm and welcoming. Thank you

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Hi Dot thank you so much for your great review ?

Excellent treatment

Laura
18th Jan 2020
Team Member: Jenna
5.0
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I had an excellent treatment this morning. Jenna is very professional & provided a great service ?

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Hi Laura, thank you so much for taking the time to write this lovely review ?

Wonderful experience

Amy Jones
17th Jan 2020
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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Extremely happy with my manicure, Neiva was lovely and friendly and the salon is very nice. Recommend!

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Hi Amy, thank you so much for the lovely review ?

Great experience, lovely staff!

Anonymous
16th Jan 2020
5.0

Second time visiting womankind. Everyone there is super lovely and there's a very welcoming atmosphere. I will be returning!

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Hi, thank you so much for taking time the to write us a a great review. ?

They make me feel amazing

Mireia Moragas
15th Jan 2020
Team Member: Tegan
5.0

I usually go with Tegan as she has done my nails for a long time but I would recommend any of the ladies who work there. They are all very professional and make you feel like home with any of the treatments you might go for. Any treatment is carried on to a very high standard so I cannot ask for more.

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Thanks so much Mireia for the lovely review. It’s always lovely to see you. ?

Just Amazing

Shiela Gollan
14th Jan 2020
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Made feel cosy and comfortable before Roisin started my full body massage. Exactly how I like the pressure. Came out like a new person. Definitely would recommend Womankind and Roisin.

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Hi Sheila

Thanks so much for the great review. We are delighted you had a great experience with us. We look forward to seeing you again in the future ?

Nail extensions

Katie Turbitt
9th Jan 2020
Team Member: Roisin
4.0
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Great customer service and quality nails as usual.

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Thanks for the lovely review ?

Christmas nails

Keren Tipton
21st Dec 2019
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Always enjoy my visit. Roisin is great and knows what I will want good suggestions and always a great experience

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Hi Kerin

Thanks so much for leaving such a lovely review.

Have a great Xmas ?

Gorgeous nails

Lynn Ward
21st Dec 2019
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Very professional and friendly service. My nails are stunning!x

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Thanks so much for the lovely review. Really appreciated ?

Fantastic Christmas manicure treat!

Sarah Legget
20th Dec 2019
5.0
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Took my twelve year old daughter to Womankind today for us to have a Christmas manicure. Such a lovely experience!! Christmas music playing in the salon, ever friendly staff. Therapist did a great job of my daughters teeny tiny nails and daughter delighted with whole experience. Thanks team, happy Christmas xx

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Hi Sarah, thanks so much for the lovely review ?

Gorgeous shellac nails

Jo Hinks
20th Dec 2019
Team Member: Jenna
5.0
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Jenna gives me the most gorgeous shellac nails that always last! Such a lovely and friendly therapist and no matter what I chose, my nails are always beautifully done.

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Thanks so much jo, such a lovely review ?

Fabulous Eyelashes

Lindsay Aitken
19th Dec 2019
Team Member: Magda
5.0
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I had such a wonderful eyelash extension treatment with Magda. She was so lovely, informative, friendly and has done the most amazing job with my eyelashes. It’s always such a treat and I wouldn’t go anywhere else!

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Thank you so much. Happy clients make our day ?

Always a treat

Jane Leonard
18th Dec 2019
Team Member: Lauren
5.0
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Lovey environment, lovely people and exceptional treatments

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Thanks so much Jane ?

Back neck and shoulder

Catriona Johnston
18th Dec 2019
3.5
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Good massage with just the right amount of pressure

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Hi Catriona

Thanks for leaving a review of the salon. We are glad you enjoyed your massage. Did you know we offer massage course where when you buy 5 treatments you get a 6th free?

We hope to see you again.

Kind regards

Womankind

All round service

S Callaghan
14th Dec 2019
Team Member: Roisin
5.0

Super quick, friendly and efficient. Very clean and no double dipping into the wax pot?

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Thank you so much for your great review

Back, neck and Shoulders Massage

Laura Haynes
14th Dec 2019
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Absolutely love this salon been going for years and just had another amazing massage from Roisin which was so needed. I feel all that tension has gone and she has really helped me relax. Such a nice calm and relaxing environment. Would definitely recommend.

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Thanks so much Laura. Glad your feeling relaxed ?

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Jane Byrne
10th Dec 2019
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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Neiva is always lovely and does a great job.

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Thanks Jane. ?

Beautiful nails.

Julie Simpson
8th Dec 2019
Team Member: Neiva
5.0
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Lovely service as always. Nails look great. Thank you

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Thanks Julie for the lovely 5 star review

Contour body wrap

Carrie Owen
6th Dec 2019
Team Member: Jenna
5.0
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Salon was lovely and clean. Very welcoming. If I am being honest I was a tiny bit disappointed I only lot 7.1 inches over all. But then more might come off in the days after. I will definitely get if again my ski is so doff and I had a relaxing sleep fof at least 40 mins.

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Hi Carrie

Thanks so much for your review. It can vary how much you loose on each treatment but it will continue to work for the next couple of days. Keep drinking plenty of water. We look forward to seeing you again ?

Eyebrow thread

Rebecca
6th Dec 2019
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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Lovely chat and service and browse back to how I like them

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Thanks for the lovely review

Shellac nails

Sharon Orr
5th Dec 2019
Team Member: Neiva
4.5
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Really enjoyed my visit today. Lovely salon. Good care and attention. Friendly staff. Fab result

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Thanks for the lovely review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit ?

Lovely and professional

Natalie
4th Dec 2019
Team Member: Roisin
5.0
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I always look forward to my appointments. All the staff are friendly, attentive and professional. The salon is welcoming and I feel I am in good hands. Roisin who does my nails is a gem! The results are always of a high standard. Would highly recommend this salon.

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Hi Natalie

Thanks so much for the lovely review. We look forward to seeing you again.

Womankind ?