Beauty In The City

I had a free lunchtime in Glasgow last week and decided to go and get myself a facial. This place was minutes from my hotel and it had good reviews. I’m a bit of a fusspot about my skin, so I was a little apprehensive.
First things first, this salon is a bit tricky to find — it’s under the arches but it’s very easy to walk straight past it (I did, countless times). You’ll find it on the left if you’re walking towards the radisson blu hotel on argyle street. It’s right under the arches of Glasgow Central station. It does say beauty in the window but it’s easily missed because many of the shops are painted in the same green.
When you get in you’ll be greeted by friendly faces and lots of welcoming. You’ll be made to feel right at home. I must admit I felt a little nervous because it’s not the best looking salon I’ve seen. It could do with a little tidy up and it’s certainly not a haven of peace, you’ll hear trains running over the top of you (it’s under the train bridge) and it’s noisy with hairdressing if you’re in one of the treatment rooms.
So why the five stars. Margaret (?) was my therapist and she was lovely. We did a microdermabrasion and she did a fantastic job. A really thorough cleanse, lovely products and a pain free process (microdermabrasion can leave you red faced if the therapist goes too far with it!) The liquorice mask reminded me of many a night drinking sambuca (urgh) but it was worth it. It tingles a bit (which scared me) but don’t be scared, it’ll settle down and it was worth it!
I came out of the salon glowing, and a few hours later, my skin had never looked better. Normally when I get it done in London, it takes a few days to show the effects. Not so here. I got so many comments on my skin that evening and actually it has felt great ever since. Even better, it’s an absolute steal (compared to what I pay in London, at least). If I’m back in town, I’ll be headed here.

I love this place because I can call up and they always fit me in or even just swing by they squeeze me in. Great for eyebrow wax and eyelash tint. Staff are very friendly and happy. The prices tho have gone up quickly recently but still ideal for last min appointments.

I had my legs waxed here and they did a great job!
I miss my hairy toes though, might have to get the hot water bottle out early lol.

It was a dilemma. The emergency pre-​holiday wax was needed and my usual beauty salon was closed. You can’t trust just anyone when dealing with your more delicate areas, and more to the point, I couldn’t afford just anyone. A bikini wax can set you back up to £30 in Glasgow and so you are faced with the predicament of compromise– how cheap do you go without sacrificing hygiene, professionalism and your dignity?
After recommendations from friends, I opted for Beauty In The City which seemed to offer good value for money. A small salon convieniently located on Argyle Street, hidden beneath the ‘Heilenman’s Umbrella’ (that’s Central Station bridge to the non-​locals) it specialises in waxing, massage and nail care.
I decided to go for the Brazilian which at £17 was more risky than a ‘Playboy’ but less intimidating than the ‘Hollywood’. The salon seemed clean and well organised and I was pleased at how quickly I was seen. I was in and out in 20minutes and despite being the last appointment of the day, I didn’t feel rushed.
Beauty in The City is more Glasgow glam that city chic with hot pink walls and over-​tanned members of staff to match. However, it benefits from another Glaswegian trait– incredibly friendly service. Beauty treatments are given from girls who will chat like they’ve known you for years. My beautician immediately put me at ease when I felt apprehensive, vulnerable and exposed. She was clear about exactly what she was going to do and made the whole process as pleasant as possible. A bikini wax is not for the faint-​hearted however my discretion was considered throughout and I was made to feel comfortable. I’ll definitely be going back.

Excellent little beauty salon in the city centre of Glasgow underneath Central Station bridge. Is really handy to nip in for a little treatment or treat when out shopping or in your lunch hour. Provides waxing treatments sprays tans, body wraps and facials and is very well priced. One of the cheapest salons I have been too. Has a nail bar area too providing a variety of nail treatments and enhancements.
Is open late on a Thursday to 8pm so you can nip in on your way home from shopping! The staff are friendly and always accommodating if you just nip for something quick on the off chance when passing.