Longing for an afternoon of relaxation and pampering? Look no further than these brilliant salons in and around Glasgow that offer an escape from the day to day and promise to leave you feeling refreshed.
1. Soul Space
Soul Space is the premier beauty salon and holistic therapy space in Glasgow’s West End.
Through a unique combination of services and an award-winning Decléor product line, the team provides a comforting, yet stimulating atmosphere where customers can relax both their bodies and minds.
The highly-trained therapists offer indulgent and luxurious treatments in a boutique setting. Specialising in massage, Decléor facial treatments, IPL permanent hair removal as well as a range of beauty treatments, the salon also sells Clare Hayley Law strip lashes for every luxury occasion.
Soul Space aims to make you feel good on the inside and look good on the outside.
Customers go to escape the stresses of life and as its strap-line states, ‘relax, refresh and revive’.
Where to go: 74 Hyndland Road, G12 9UT
Get in touch: Head to soulspaceglasgow.co.uk or follow on Instagram, @soulspacesalon.glasgow
2. The Gin Spa
Located in the heart of Glasgow, The Gin Spa is the first ever gin-inspired botanical day spa. It’s a truly unique experience unlike any other spa in Scotland.
Your journey at The Gin Spa starts with a consultation, which is based on how you would like to feel after your treatment. You then receive a bespoke spa treatment developed in conjunction with JustBe products, by award-winning spa therapists. Your package ends with a final consultation and a complimentary gin and tonic.
Many of the packages at The Gin Spa offer a ‘Prosecco Afternoon Tea’ at sister brand, Cup Tea Rooms, along with a night-time package that offers a divine five-course tasting menu.
There’s also a couples retreat room which is perfect for a relaxing romantic date.
Where to go: No.2 Virginia Court, Merchant City, G1 1TN
Get in touch: View all treatments and book by visiting ginspa.co.uk, or follow on Instagram, @theginspa
3. Deserved Massage
Do you need more energy and more focus to help you achieve bigger and better things in life?
Visit Deserved Massage, a therapy studio in Glasgow’s West End that is designed for hard-working people who want to get rid of muscle tension and mental stress.
By taking the time to listen to your needs, the experienced therapists at Deserved Massage are able to tailor your treatment and make sure you leave the studio feeling rested and ready to tackle anything that life throws at you.
Join the huge number of clients who have said goodbye to muscle pain and regained the focus they needed to achieve their big life goals.
Where to go: First Floor, The Hive, 1069 Argyle Street, Finnieston, G3 8|LZ
Get in touch: Visit deservedmassage.com to book now
4. The Health and Beauty Salon, Bishopbriggs
Unwind, rest your body, soul and mind at the Health and Beauty Salon, Bishopbriggs.
The friendly, relaxed salon offers all aspects of beauty and holistic treatments and prides itself on its excellent customer care and the highest treatment standards possible. The salon offers high-end treatments at affordable prices.
Why not try the hydra-facial? A six-in-one, water-based microdermabrasion alongside vacuum suction for deep cleansing and skin-scrubbing function for removing dirt grease and blackheads.
The Intense Pulse Light (IPL) is a non-invasive laser light facial for total skin rejuvenation that targets ageing skin, pigmentation, red veins, scarring, acne or rosacea.
Relax knowing you are in the hands of skin experts who are IPL and laser specialists.
Where to go: Unit 7 & 10, Springfield Works, 6 Emerson Rd, Bishopbriggs, G64 1QA
Get in touch: Visit thehealthandbeautysalonbishopbriggs.com or follow on Facebook, @TheHealthAndBeautySalonBishopbriggs
5. Bearsden Beauty
This friendly, laid back salon on the outskirts of Bearsden was founded by Shirley Cowie only four years ago. It offers a variety of treatments from waxing, tinting and tanning to massages and high-end facial treatments.
The highly-trained team of specialist therapists are all self-employed and experts in their fields.
Shirley has over 20 years of experience and specialises in skin. She is passionate about clinical skin treatments and offers lifestyle tips to improve skin from the inside out.
No matter what treatment you’re looking for, you’ll be in good thanks and enjoy a relaxing trip to escape the daily stresses.
As a local salon with big ideas. Pop in for a chat to discover the treatments on offer.
Where to go: Switchback Road, Bearsden, G61 1AE
Get in touch: Head to bearsdenbeauty.com or follow on Facebook, @bearsdenbeauty
6. The Facial Bar at Spa Twenty Six
The Facial Bar is pioneering the way for an exciting new facial experience in Glasgow.
The open-concept bar is a relaxed but sociable way of enjoying professional facial treatments.
All products used are eco-friendly, vegan and results-driven!
Choose from one of the premium brands or try a ‘Facial Cocktail’ which consists of a selection of ‘hero products’ across various brands.
Optional booster add-on treatments such as Oxygen Infusion and Gua Sha are also available.
It could be your little slice of ‘me-time’ or can be a fun shared experience with friends.
Whether you’re looking for anti-ageing facials, acne treatments, pigmentation treatments, or just in need of a quick refresher, a visit to the Facial Bar to help you achieve lasting results.
Where to go: 429 Clarkston Road G44 3LL
Get in touch: Find out more by heading to spatwentysix.co.uk or by calling on 0141 629 2830
7. Lumière Beauty Clinic
Lumière Beauty Clinic is a long-established beauty salon based in Merrylee, providing a professional and personalised service that caters specifically to each client’s needs.
The welcoming team specialises in all beauty treatments and are focused on fulfilling any yor beauty-related needs, offering top-of-the-line services.
The team has 40 years of accumulated knowledge and experience covering everything from waxing, tanning, eye treatments to the popular massages, including pregnancy, aromatherapy, reiki and reflexology.
Over the many years the salon has been open, it has gained a wide range of loyal clients and with word of mouth and an array of shining five-star reviews, it continues to expand and grow within the industry.
The team’s motto is ‘how old you are is your business and how young you feel is our business’.
Where to go: 51 Ashmore Road, Merrylee, G43 2LS
Get in touch: Visit lumierebeauty.uk or call 0141 633 5111 to book
8. Head to Toe Hair and Beauty
The owner, Helen, of Head to Toe Hair and Beauty, based on Main Street in Baillieston has been working in the beauty industry for over 15 years.
Helen, together with Caitlin, offers a plethora of top beauty treatments.
Popular treatments include nails, massages and waxes, in particular ‘Hollywood hot waxing’.
Also on offer are facials, spray tans, pamper packages and eye treatments including lash lifts and lash extensions.
The salon has recently undergone a total refurbishment, and now features a double nail bar and luxury pedicure chair in the front of the salon alongside the hairdressers. There are two treatment rooms and a spray tan room in the back.
Head to Toe is proud to be the first salon in Scotland to have new backwash chairs that feature an electric leg rest for the ultimate relaxation.
You are always sure of a friendly, welcoming and relaxing experience at Head to Toe.
Where to go: 51 Main Street, Baillieston, G69 6AD
Get in touch: Book online by visiting headtotoesalon.co.uk
9. Phoenix Wellness
Relax in the zen surroundings of Phoenix Wellness, just five minutes from Glasgow Airport, it’s a five-star venue with over 10 years of experience.
It offers a unique range of treatments, from facials and full body wraps to relaxing, holistic massages and therapeutic, oriental body treatments.
Got a birthday or hen party coming up? Try one of the pamper parties which are made for larger groups.
The salon also now offers hypnotherapy sessions for the ultimate relaxation and de-stressing experience.
A visit to Phoenix Wellness will leave you feeling fresh and new.
Where to go: 2 Whirlie Drive, Crosslee, Houston, PA6 7AN
Get in touch: To book, visit phoenixwellness.org/contact or follow on Instagram @phoenixwellness1
10. BASKA Natural Wellness
Looking for a way to take care of your health and wellbeing, reduce pain or muscle soreness and relax at the same time? Massages offer a way to maintain your health and keep both body and soul in good condition.
The owner of BASKA Natural Wellness has long been interested in natural practices to improve wellbeing and relaxation and offers a range of techniques, each tailored to the individual needs of the client. She aims to not only care for clients during the treatment, but also after, by recommending preventative exercises including stretches and natural supplements. She can also connect you to other services that may help you to achieve your goals, such as personal trainers and nutritionists.
BASKA also offers a variety of facial care services, all using natural, handmade products.
Where to go: 160 Hope Street, G2 2TJ
Get in touch: Find out more by visiting baskanaturalwellness.com