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

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Hanover Street

Slap bang in the middle of Edinburgh's vibrant city centre, in one of the city's coolest streets, you'll find medusa hairdressing in Hanover Street.  Our stylish salon with its award-winning styling team sits alongside some of the best bars and restaurants Edinburgh has to offer.

Upon arrival we will take care of every need, ensuring you feel relaxed and welcomed.  We will chat to you about your hair goals and answer all your questions.  Our aim is to inspire your hair and your heart with our creativity!

Whether you want a fashion-forward hairstyle (modern mullet or wolf cut anyone?) or a beautiful hair colour, make sure you book now for your medusa experience!  See you soon!

Opening Hours

Monday9:00am6:00pm
Tuesday9:00am6:00pm
Wednesday9:00am6:00pm
Thursday10:45am8:00pm
Friday9:00am6:00pm
Saturday9:00am4:30pm
SundayClosed

Where we are

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Meet the Hanover Street Team

Paul
KNOWN FOR:

precision cutting • bobs • razor cutting • shags • mullets • short/medium hair • bespoke shapes • creative cutting

LOVES:

A really great haircut. I love creating clean, considered shapes with movement and personality, and getting all those little details right that make a haircut look effortless. From precision bobs to textured shags and modern mullets, I love creating cuts that feel individual and work beautifully beyond the salon.

For me, the best cuts are the ones that make you feel amazing, not just when you leave the salon, but every day afterwards.

MY IDEAL CLIENT:

Someone who wants more from their haircut. You might have a clear idea of what you want, or simply know that your hair isn’t working for you anymore. Either way, you’re looking for a cut that feels individual, suits you and is easy to live with.

MY STYLE:

Experienced, creative and honest. I take the time to understand your hair, your lifestyle and how you like to wear it before deciding on the right shape. I’m not interested in giving everyone the same haircut, I want to create something that works specifically for you.

YOU’LL LOVE ME IF:

You appreciate great cutting and want someone who really understands shape, balance, texture and detail. With 30 years behind the chair, I bring experience, creativity and a genuine passion for making people look and feel their best.

And after all these years, I still get a buzz from creating a haircut that makes a client look in the mirror and say, “I love it.”

INSTAGRAM: @paul_medusa
Ellie
KNOWN FOR

creative colour • bold transformations • vibrant reds • cool blondes • bespoke colour

LOVES:

Creating bold, beautiful hair that feels completely individual. Colour is where I really get to be creative, whether it’s a vibrant red, a bright cool blonde or a complete transformation. I love seeing the confidence a new look can give someone.

MY IDEAL CLIENT:

You’re ready for a change and want your hair to have personality. You might be looking for a bold new colour, a complete transformation or a beautiful cut with movement and you’re excited to try something different.

MY STYLE:

Creative, enthusiastic and personal. I love getting to know my clients, understanding what makes them feel amazing and bringing that into the finished look. For me, hairdressing is about the whole experience, great hair, good energy and plenty of laughs along the way.

YOU’LL LOVE ME IF:

You love colour, you’re not afraid to be a little bold and you want a stylist who genuinely gets excited about creating something unique for you.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME:

I’ve been hairdressing for six years and still love the creativity and variety that every day in the salon brings.

My favourite thing about salon life is the people, being surrounded by a supportive team, having a laugh and creating an atmosphere that’s full of positive energy.

When I’m not behind the chair, you’ll probably find me with an iced caramel latte in hand, enjoying some downtime and recharging before getting creative with my next client! ☕️

INSTAGRAM: @elle_medusa
Chloe
KNOWN FOR

beautiful hair ups • event styling • natural, blended balayage • bridal hair • effortless finishes

I LOVE:

Creating hair that feels beautiful and special, especially when there’s an occasion to dress up for. I love the creative side of hairdressing and those little finishing details that can completely transform a look.

MY IDEAL CLIENT:

You want beautiful, natural-looking hair that feels effortless but still has that special something. Whether you’re looking for a gorgeous balayage, an event style or the perfect hair up, you want to feel confident and amazing when you leave the salon.

MY STYLE:

Creative, relaxed and detail focused. I love working with you to understand what you’re looking for and then adding those little details that make the finished look feel completely personal.

YOU’LL LOVE ME IF:

You love beautifully blended, natural colour, gorgeous styling and a relaxed salon experience especially if you have a special occasion coming up and want your hair to feel amazing.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME:

I’ve been hairdressing for 8 years and still love the creativity that comes with every client.

In the salon, my playlist is usually packed with early 2000s classics, there’s nothing better than a bit of throwback music while we’re getting your hair looking gorgeous.

Outside the salon, most of my time is spent with my two children. When I get some downtime, you’ll usually find me with a good book, enjoying a cosy evening, spending time with my dog or grabbing a coffee. ☕️

INSTAGRAM: @chloecombe.medusa
Charley
Catie
KNOWN FOR:

beautiful colour • hair ups & occasion styling • extensions • creative colour

LOVES:

Creating beautiful hair that makes my clients feel confident and their best. I love the creative side of hairdressing, especially colour, and enjoy creating everything from fresh, wearable looks to something a little more special for an occasion.

MY IDEAL CLIENT:

You want a stylist who takes the time to understand what you’re looking for and enjoys creating something personal to you. Whether it’s a colour refresh, a new cut, extensions or an occasion hair up, you want to leave feeling amazing.

MY STYLE:

Friendly, relaxed and creative. I love getting to know my clients and making sure we create a look that suits them, their lifestyle and how they want to feel in their hair.

YOU’LL LOVE ME IF:

You love beautiful colour, enjoy experimenting with your hair and want a stylist who genuinely cares about creating a look that feels like you.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME:

I’ve been hairdressing since I was 15, starting out as a Saturday girl before going straight into my apprenticeship, so hair has always been a big part of my life.

Outside the salon, I’m a mix of cosy nights in and making the most of my days off. You’ll usually find me curled up with my Kindle and a cup of tea, out for a morning walk or catching up with friends over brunch.

I also love travelling and always like having the next trip to look forward to! ✈️

And, of course, no day is complete without a good coffee, usually an oat hazelnut latte or an iced caramel oat latte, depending on the mood. ☕️

INSTAGRAM: @hairby.catiemedusa
Charlotte
KNOWN FOR

big bouncy blowdries • beautiful finishes • long lasting volume • bringing your hair vision to life

LOVES:

Creating that perfect finished look, especially a big, bouncy blowdry! I love seeing how a great finish can completely transform a colour or cut and make a client feel amazing when they leave the salon.

MY IDEAL CLIENT:

You love your hair looking polished, glossy and full of volume. Whether you’re coming in for a fresh cut, colour or simply want to treat yourself to a gorgeous blowdry, you want to leave feeling your absolute best.

MY STYLE:

Friendly, relaxed and all about making you feel comfortable. I love getting to know my clients, understanding what they want and bringing their hair vision to life with plenty of good chats along the way!

YOU’LL LOVE ME IF:

You love a gorgeous bouncy blowdry, want your hair to look and feel amazing, and enjoy a relaxed salon experience with plenty of laughs and conversation.

A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME:

I’ve been working in salons since I was 15, so hairdressing has always been a big part of my life. I joined the Medusa team at Hanover Street in June 2025 and love being part of such a creative salon.

Away from the salon, I love spending time with friends, travelling somewhere new, discovering a great food spot or finding somewhere good for drinks.

My playlist is usually a mix of classic indie and R&B. And when it comes to drinks, I’m definitely not a coffee or matcha girl, give me a hot chocolate, frappe or, when I need a proper caffeine boost, a Red Bull! 😂

INSTAGRAM: @hairbycharlottehislop