In our latest reporters’ recommendations feature, we take a look at our favourite hair salons and barbers in Edinburgh, with so many great places to go to get a haircut in the Capital. From a traditional barber’s shop in the Bridges to upmarket hair salons in Leith and the New Town, our reporters have recommended the best places in the city to go for a trim and maybe to be pampered too.
. Ashley Clarke Signature Salon
Evening News deputy editor Ginny Sanderson chose Ashley Clarke Signature Salon in South Queensferry as her favourite. She said: "I arrived at Ashley Clarke in Queensferry’s West Terrace with scraggly, dry hair and left with it feeling so much more healthy and bouncy, with loads of tips from the hairdresser on how to keep it nice. Also, when you book you can choose whether you want to chat or have a more serene session, which was nice to have the option for." Photo: Google
. Urban Edinburgh
Evening News lifestyle editor Gary Flockhart chose Urban Edinburgh in the New Town as his favourite hairdressers in the city. He said: "Urban on Howe Street is a great salon. Steven has been doing my highlights and perm for years now! I'm very happy with the service, and keep referring friends." Photo: Google
5. Emma Hall Hair
Deputy editor Ginny Sanderson also recommended this Leith hair salon. She said: "Emma Hall Hair in Haddington Place, Leith, has a great ethos of cruelty free, vegan and eco friendly products. The hairdressers are super friendly, my trim was lovely, and I was amazed they managed to get a curl to stay in my super-straight hair." Photo: Google
6. Short & Curlys
Evening News reporter Kevin Quinn recommended this Longstone hairdressers. He said: "As a bald man for about 20 years my hairdresser recommendation is somewhat out of date now, so I'm relying on my 11-year-old son Daniel, who tells me that Short & Curlys is the best place in Edinburgh to get a haircut as the staff are 'always very chatty and kind and they always do a great job with my hair'." Photo: Google
7. Cascal in Leith
Jolene's favourite is Cascal hair studio in Leith. Going here is always a great experience. The staff are attentive, skilled and have a great dynamic as a team. It's always packed, there's a lively atmosphere and decent banter. Photo: Street view