Medusa Hanover Street Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh

113 Hanover Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh, EH2 1DJ

About us

Medusa is Edinburgh's premier hair destination. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence and superior customer service. We are a pioneering hair and beauty salon group known for leading the way in style and services. Combining technically perfect expertise in beautiful, contemporary settings Medusa's award winning team transform hair.
We are a creative and innovative company looking to expand our clientelle. We are looking for new clients to benefit from our skilled team of professionals expertise and passion for making our clients look and feel fantastic. We offer a range of services including colour, cuts, hair-ups, blow drys, intensive conditioning treatments and beauty services.

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Opening hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 10:30 - 20:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 16:30
Sunday

Reviews

4.94
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First class as always

Caroline Pye
28th Apr 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0
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Brilliant as always. Paul gets the colour perfect each time - no fuss and always good craic. That’s why I’ve been coming to him for years.

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The best!

Sidra Abdullah
28th Apr 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0

Marco’s been doing my hair for a few years now, and all I can say is WOW! He knows what he’s doing and he does an amazing job! I could never trust anyone else with my hair!

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Friendly and professional team

Anonymous
28th Apr 2022
5.0

Everytime I go to this hairsalon I am 100% satisfied of the experience. It is always relaxing and enjoyable and the service has an exceptional level. I couldn't recommend it more.

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The absolute best

Ivana Seveso
15th Apr 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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All the workers are beyond lovely. I didn't have an idea what the hair will turn out like as I didn't exactly want anything in particular but the hairstylist- Marco, matched me with the perfect hair☺️. Will be my forever long hairdressing place from now on.

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Magic touch

Callie
9th Apr 2022
Stylist: Marco
4.5
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Marco knows exactly what the client wants and understands perfectly what the hair need .
I am absolutely satisfied with the colour and my hair feel so soft and healthy after being a disaster due to pandemic and challenging times.

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Needs improvement

Jane Owen
7th Apr 2022
2.0
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I have been three times to different salons.
The impression I get is overly casual, a lot of young, poorly trained staff. The salons feel low energy with poor management.
Never offered a drink. Reception staff seem inexperienced and off hand. Often the salons are empty or give the impression of few customers.
It just doesn’t seem professional at all. Feels like coming to a further education college for a cut with a trainee. Last time the person on reception was a young guy in a beanie hat swinging on his chair.
Also staff should not have masks below their nose and nothing looks very clean either.
I won’t be back.

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Fantastic

Laura Girardi
2nd Apr 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Marco is wonderful. My hair is reborn! Fantastic experience. You have found a new client and will recommend you to everyone!

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Amazing service as usual!!

Yasmin Jay
1st Apr 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Amazing service as usual. Traveled from London for the amazing Marco! 11/10

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Marco the magnificent!

Bonnie Paton
1st Apr 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Another amazing experience at Medusa from start to finish. Marco is absolutely fantastic and always exceeds my expectations.

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Excellent

Anonymous
31st Mar 2022
5.0

Simply the best hairdresser in Edinburgh!

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Professional, beautiful colour fix by Marco

Anjali
31st Mar 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Marco came highly recommended and didn’t disappoint. I came in needing a colour fix and walked out with a gorgeous, natural cut and shade. Marco and team were very friendly and helpful throughout. Will definitely be returning!

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Beautiful!

Melinda Warren
20th Mar 2022
Stylist: Isla
5.0
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Isla did a wonderful job with my hair, just what I wanted! Be warned it was expensive!!!

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The best among the best

Anonymous
19th Mar 2022
5.0

Best experience, best hairdresser, best result. Thank you Marco you are a real artist and a master in your profession. X

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Balayage

Aimee
18th Mar 2022
Stylist: Ellie
5.0

I love my hair

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Crop factor

Caroline Oswald
17th Mar 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0
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Got the crop factor from Paul P
Today. Absolutely love it, chic n sassy . Beautifully cut . Thanks so much

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Wonderful hair!

Fiona Miskelly
8th Mar 2022
Stylist: Isla
5.0
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Excellent cut and colour

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Thank you

Victoria Forbes
6th Mar 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0
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I love having my hair highlighted by Paul, he is a brilliant & talented hairdresser & he is always happy to chat anything through with me.
All who work at Medusa in Hanover street are such a welcoming team & I very much feel part of the Medusa family when I walk through their door.
Thank you to Marco for blow of drying my hair on Friday

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Great!!

Noemi L.
5th Mar 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Such a great experience at Medusa thanks to Marco ??!! Five stars to my new haircut ✨✨ looking forward to coming back for a colour service really soon!!

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Michael is a gem.

Amanda Dever
3rd Mar 2022
Stylist: Michael
5.0
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Michael always knows just what to do even though I never have a plan but I’m always in need of a change. I always feel I’ve come away with something cool.

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Amazing

Anonymous
1st Mar 2022
5.0

Paul is fantastic as always so happy with my hair

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10/10

Ellie Spence
23rd Feb 2022
Stylist: Ellie
5.0

Amazing experience

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Susie Solis
17th Feb 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0

As always an absolute pleasure to spend time with Paul and the other workers.
I also love what they do with my hair!

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Brilliant as always

Cairi Bates
16th Feb 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0
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Lovely experience as always. Paul is always happy to experiment with shape and colour, while advising on what’s best for my hair.

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Dull white to Bright

Sandra Law
14th Feb 2022
Stylist: Isla
5.0
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Delighted with the result of lightening my dull white hair, feeling fabulous ?

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Another fab cut

Gillian Cairns
14th Feb 2022
Stylist: Isla
5.0
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Great haircut with Isla again. She’s fantastic at short hairstyles and advising on styles.

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Amazing

Sig
11th Feb 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0

Amazing as always

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Couldn’t be happier!

Sarina Lundquist
10th Feb 2022
Stylist: Paul
5.0
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You give Paul your vision and he just makes it happen ✨ With a lot of knowledge about different hair types he’ll make sure you get the best result possible for your specific hair type! Couldn’t have asked for more, worth every penny, feel like a new woman ?

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Blue dry

AMY HARKIN
10th Feb 2022
Stylist: Michael
5.0
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Amazing experience. Travelled over for the weekend and where able to get me in last minute for my hair, they made me feel so welcome in the salon and loved my hair.

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Amazing as always!

Siobhan Duncan
9th Feb 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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There is no one I trust with my hair like I do Marco. As soon as I sit in the chair he honestly reads my mind as to what I want and delivers it spot on each time. The BEST!

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Fantastic service

Sophia
1st Feb 2022
Stylist: Michael
5.0

First visit to a hairdresser in 15 years. Got exactly what I wanted and left with a feeling that it was absolutely worth the money. Thanks to Michael for a really nice undercut. It's been a bit of a leap but totally worth it

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Colour & Cut

Tahnee Downie
31st Jan 2022
Stylist: Ellie
5.0
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I love my hair! The colour and cut is beautiful, and the loose curls make me feel amazing! Thank you so much Ellie :)

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Exactly what I wanted

Rhea Barclay
29th Jan 2022
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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I really enjoyed my visit to the salon, I hadn’t been to a hairdresser in 12 years so was very nervous! Marco made me feel at ease and listened to exactly what I wanted. I’m very happy with the result, my hair looks super healthy and shiny without having to sacrifice on length. I will definitely be back!

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A regular customer's review

Connor
15th Jan 2022
Stylist: Michael
5.0

I always leave the salon impressed by Michael's skill and continue to feel delighted with the cut as my hair grows in the weeks thereafter. The whole team are professional and lovely to chat with! Would recommend to anyone wanting to find their unique style!

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miss

Chloe Arbuckle
4th Jan 2022
Stylist: Michael
5.0
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the salon was so nice and welcoming and im so so happy with my hair!! thanks so much:))

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Great cut and colour from the team

Anonymous
21st Dec 2021
5.0

Great haircut and colour today at Hanover St. Stylist of the year was absent for the first time in years but Michael and Ellie did a great job! Fab cut and great chat. Merry Christmas guys! X

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Hair colour

Anonymous
16th Dec 2021
5.0

Mackenzie did my colour and it’s fabulous! It’s always a pleasure to go to Medusa.

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Perfect

Emily Berri
16th Dec 2021
Stylist: Ellie
5.0
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Friendly staff, good laugh.
Loved the results of my hair.

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A pleasant experience

Eleonora Amari
15th Dec 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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After many years without having a proper haircut, I found a hairstylist that was able to "help me" with his professional experience and suggestions. I didn't feel forced to do something I didn't want to, and he seriously took into account the result I was expecting.
Highly suggested.

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Best hair I ever had

Francesca
14th Dec 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0

The job he did was amazing!
Professional hairstylist and friendly person.
The staff in general is very kind and warm welcoming, they make their best to make you feel as your best.
I definitely recommend them!
Never had such glowing and smoothy hair!!

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Excellent 3xperience

Fiona Laing
12th Dec 2021
Stylist: Isla
5.0
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Great hair cut and overall a very enjoyable visit

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Award Winning Hair

Anonymous
7th Dec 2021
5.0

There’s a reason Paul keeps winning awards! I’m secretly a grey haired lady but Paul’s colour & cut wizardry is truly the work of a magician. Thank you Paul.

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Excellent!

eo
4th Dec 2021
Stylist: Michael
5.0
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It was my first visit and I will definitely come back. Thank you Michael! I really like my new haircut!!

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A great experience

Jessica Watson
4th Dec 2021
Stylist: Michael
5.0
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Micheal was lovely and done a great job on my cut and blow dry. Gave me some good advice on products and helped me get my hair much healthier. Nice and chilled as well which is nice :)

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Marco the magician

Kathleen.
3rd Dec 2021
5.0

I have been going to Medusa for several months and always see Marco. He really is a great hairdresser who takes the time to work with my hair and create the cut and colour that makes me feel fantastic! I highly recommend him.

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Colour and cut

Jillian Higgins
27th Nov 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Very pleasant time at Medusa, first visit but won’t be my last. Marco was very kind and attentive. Loving my new colour. Fingers crossed for the awards do Marco.

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First class everytime

Caroline Pye
18th Nov 2021
Stylist: Paul
5.0
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Amazing as always!! My cut and colour are perfect - everyone makes you feel welcome and safe. I wouldn’t go to anyone else.

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Marco, I adore you!

Maria B
18th Nov 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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Have been getting my hair done by Marco for the past year.. never disappoints! He’s so professional, he really cares and he’s got great chat!
The salon and the rest of the team are also very friendly.

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Amazing service!

Nadia
13th Nov 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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I had the pleasure of having my hair cut by the lovely Marco. The whole staff are lovely and I love would strongly recommend this salon.

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Amazing as always

Christian Low
11th Nov 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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I LOVE my hair… Marco is fantastic, perfect colour! Michael styled my hair to perfection.

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Great hair cut

June Mcneil
30th Oct 2021
Stylist: Marco
5.0
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I loved my cut and style , Marco looked after me well and made me feel very welcome . Very friendly staff .

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