Choose from 10 venues offering new salons in Ireland

No. 5 Andrew Street is centrally located in Dublin 2 and specialise in stylish cuts, make-up and visual art. The idea is to offer a great service in an alternative space, escaping from the traditional everyday salons.

They respect your individualism and personal style, promising a total appreciation and open mind with a philosophy that we are all free to choose how we like to express ourselves uniquely.

The salon's main objective is to reach out to a young, alternative group of people that find the current market of hair salons uninviting, that's why No. 5 Andrew Street wants to make a difference.

Nearest public transport:

There is a range of public transport services all bringing you within a 3 minutes walk from Grafton St, Dame St, Trinity College, George St and Westmoreland St.

The team:
The welcoming team has customer service as a top priority.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cosy, comfortable, inviting, relaxing.

A.M Beauty can be found on Capel Street, conveniently located in Dublin city centre. This tranquil beauty room offers treatments ranging from shellac polish and semi-permanent eyeliner to full body waxing and hydrafacials.

Nearest public transport:
Located within Obsessions Salon, the venue is just a 2-minute walk from Jervis Street Luas stop. There are several bus stops on Parnell street, at the quays and on O'Connell Street which is a short walk away. Connolly train station and Busáras are just a 20-minute walk away.

The team:
Anna has 10 years of overall experience and 5 years of experience working with semi-permanent makeup.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Welcoming, professional, relaxing.
• Specialises in: Waxing, nails, facials, semi-permanent makeup.
• Brands and products used: Shellac, EMI, Lycon.
• The extra touches: The salon has free WiFi and free refreshments available for clients.

If you're looking for immaculate manicures and pedicures, then head over to Noir Hand & Foot Spa in the heart of Dublin and tend to all your nail needs.

Sink into the plush chairs at this ultra slick and sophisticated spot while the therapists deliver fabulous feet. Using much-loved brands CND Shellac and SPA combined with over 10 years of experience, they'll leave you feeling polished to perfection.

There's plenty of classics to choose from to suit whatever mood you're in, whether that's an express lunchtime file and polish or a more indulgent signature Noir manicure and pedicure duo.

Found inside Zena Hairdressing right in the centre of Dublin, it's easy enough to get your hands on a sweet moment of pampering at Noir Hand & Foot Spa.

For a pampering nail treatment in the heart of the bustling Pavilions Shopping Centre in Swords, Dublin, check out Gloss Nail Bar. Whether you're in a rush and want an express manicure or want to go full glam with a full set of gel extensions, this is the ideal spot for you.

Nearest public transport:
The venue is centrally-located in McCabe's Pharmacy within Swords Pavilion Shopping Centre. It is well-connected by bus with routes going to and from Dublin city centre.

The team:
Órla is fully qualified and has many years of experience working with nails.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Vibrant, convenient.
• Specialises in: Manicures.
• Brands and products used: The Gel Bottle, The Manicure Company, Nuxe, Shellac.
• The extra touches: The venue is wheelchair accessible and is child and LGBTQ+ friendly.

Visit Elisse Beauty, a beauty treatment room based within Rina Steele Hair & Beauty in Blanchardstown. On offer is a wide range of beauty treatments, including award-winning waxing, lash lifts, facials and more.

Nearest public transport:
This salon is conveniently situated close to the bus and plenty of public transport options, ensuring a hassle-free journey to the venue for all beauty enthusiasts, there is also free parking nearby.

The team:
Ioana has over 6 years of experience in the beauty industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Cosy, private and professional.
• Specialises in: Waxing specialists, winner of European waxing championships 2019.
• Brands and products used: Etal Wax, Cliniccare.

Located in the Cabra West area of Dublin, The Ivy Studios offers professional hair services in a chic salon. If you're looking for a local venue with warm and welcoming staff, this is the place for you.

Nearest public transport:
The salon can be found using several bus services running to the Cabra Luas stop.

The team:
The experienced team offers a friendly and welcoming environment.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Stunning, comfortable, modern, stylish.
• Specialises in: Cuts and colour.
• Brands and products used: Alfaparf, Redkin.
• The extra touches: Clients can enjoy free WiFi at the salon.

For a luxurious hair treatment in one of Dublin's most Instagram-worthy salons, check out Coco's Hair & Beauty in Stoneybatter, Dublin 7. This conveniently located salon offers an array of treatments including highlights, root tints and masking.

Nearest public transport:
Museum Luas stop and Heuston train station are less than 20 minutes away on foot.

The team:
Chloe is fully qualified and has over 6 years of experience in the industry.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Colourful, bright, energetic, playful, inviting.
• Specialises in: Hair colours, blonde hair, cuts.
• The extra touches: The salon has free refreshments available for clients.

Add some colour to your day at Dublin's Rainbow Beauty Spa with a choice of polish and gel manis and pedis, nail extensions, waxing, as well as lash and brow tinting and shaping.

This bright and breezy salon houses a team of talented technicians who have 15 years under their belt so you can expect meticulous mastery here.

Sink into their pedicure chairs and transcend into relaxation whilst your feet are seen to and the massage function works its magic.

This gem can be found above Evape just off the bustling Grafton street, so it's easy to pop into during your lunch break or after work for a pampering pick-me-up.

Located within walking distance from the Temple Bar area of Dublin, The Kingdom Spa offers a range of beauty and nail services. Whether you're looking to get your nails done or treat yourself to a relaxing massage, you're sure to find something for you here.

Nearest public transport:
The salon can be found using the Luas services with the Marlborough Street stop nearby. Connolly train station is just an 8-minute walk away.

The team:
The team are all qualified Brazilian beauty therapists.

What we like about the venue:

• Atmosphere: Welcoming, professional.
• Specialises in: Nail and all facial treatments.
• Brands and products used: CNC Shellac.
• The extra touches: Clients can enjoy complimentary non-alcoholic refreshments.

For carefully crafted haircutting, colouring and blow drying check out Dublin's Studio Acardoso, for a fresh new look or simply some maintenance.

This light-filled salon is a cosy and inviting space run by expert hairdresser Anderson, who has over 10 years' experience transforming and treating hair to its full potential.

The menu is well rounded with all the classics to choose from as well as trending treatments Brazilian blow dry treatments and Ombre, using quality brands Olaplex, Joico and Redken.

Studio Acardoso is not wheelchair friendly, however, it is well connected with Jervis Luas stop and the nearest car park both within minutes away. Book yourself in and give your hair some love today.