Wow factor

Pull on a kimono and indulge yourself in a five star hair treatment at city salon MarkDavid

ILOVE GOING to the hairdresser and was delighted to have the opportunity to visit MarkDavid. As I walked along Henderson Row I knew instantly where I was going by the wonderful floral welcoming arch over the door at No 83. Abiding by the Covid-19 guidelines, I waited at the entrance until invited in. The welcome inside was every bit as lovely - and the stunning interior design definitely creates a “wow” factor. There is no doubt that considerable thought has gone into creating a unique client experience, from the fresh colour scheme and House of Hackney wallpaper, Japanese kimono (for female clients) and head massage, to the luxury products, mini-cupcakes and the display of fresh flowers.

As part of my hair wash, while lying on the relaxing massage chair, I was treated to a head massage by assistant Marina who discussed any special hair concerns I may have.

Then it was over to salon owner Mark for my blow dry who selected just the right products for my style telling me about his thought process behind his unique salon. MarkDavid was opened at the end of 2019 and he used the lockdown to bring his own creative vision to life, blending his passion for hairdressing with that of interior design. He explained that he wanted the salon to function like a hair salon and feel like an opulent, comforting and relaxing space. Something he has definitely achieved.

The extensive hair treatment menu includes luxury treatments to spoil yourself, such as Hair Treatment Comfort (£55) and Hair Treatment Purity (£65) and there is a beauty treatment menu from Holly Rox Beauty. Holly shares the same ethos of customer care and quality treatments. Most recently she has added the medical grade Elim pedicure (£50) which is described as a “facial for the feet” which clients enjoy while lying on the relaxing massage chair.

As I left the salon with my fresh blow dry (£35), and feeling very glam, heading to drinks with a friend in town, I reflected on a lovely experience and one that I’ll definitely try again.

Mark wants the salon to function like a hair salon and feel like an opulent, comforting and relaxing space

For further information or book please visit www.markdavidsalon.com or call 0131 285 0991