EDINBURGH SALON
Gemma Gilroy
Position: Salon Manager
Hours: Tuesday- Saturdays
Background: With 21 years of experience in the beauty industry, I joined sleeping beauty in 2016 bringing a passion for both client care and team leadership. My role blends hands on treatments with management responsibilities, ensuring not only that clients receive the highest standard of service, but that our team works together in a supportive and inspiring environment. I am dedicated to creating a welcoming experience for every client while helping our team grow and thrive.
Qualifications: Image Enzyme & Chemical Peels, Lash Lifts, Reflexology, Biotec, Deep Tissue Massage, IPL, Spray Tanning, Hot Stones Massage, Novalash, Indian Head Massage.
Expert Areas : Facials including enzyme and chemical peels, Microdermabrasion, Reflexology, Indian head massage , IPL , Intimate Waxing , Spray tanning.
Personal: I am truly passionate about my work, especially when it comes to making clients feel good, relaxes and cared for. Creating a welcoming and calming experience is something I take pride in. I also love supporting my teams growth whether that's sharing knowledge, boosting confidence, or just being there when someone needs a hand. Outside of work, I lead a pretty active lifestyle, I enjoy horse riding, reform pilates and walking, which helps me stay balanced and energised.
Rhiannon mcinnes
Position: BeautyTherapist
Hours: Rhiannon works Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays.
Background: Rhiannon started in the industry at 15 fast tracked into at Milton Road College for 3 years then carried our additional training and various salons before joining Sleeping Beauty in 2023.
Qualifications: Deep Tissue Massage, Lash Extensions, Hollywood Waxing, Brow Lamination, Image Enzyme Peels, Spray Tanning, Elemis Facials, Lash Lifts
Personal: Rhiannon says ‘I’m 22 years old and have always loved doing beauty. I started doing friends makeup as a teenager, In my free time i spend my time looking after my dog Lacey who is a black pug & I am a clean freak Everything has to be clean and in the right place before I can do anything , I love cleaning & gutting things & deep cleans in my spare time.’
Expert Areas: Nails & anything brows/lashes... More the beauty side but I love giving a massage and breaking down all the knots!
Sajana Shrestha
Position: Beauty Therapist
Hours: Wednesday and Saturday
Background: Sajana had 3 years of salon experience before joining the Sleeping Beauty team in 2024, where she continues to grow and refine her skills.
Qualifications: Brow Treatments, Intimate Waxing, Lash Lift, Brow Lamination, Elemis Facials, Massage.
Personal: Sajana says ‘I’m a skilled Beauty Therapist with over 3 years of experience in the industry, passionate about helping clients look and feel their best. I take pride in creating a comfortable, professional space where every treatment is tailored to meet your individual needs, leaving you feeling confident, refreshed, and cared for.’
Expert Areas: I love to do all treatments!
Niamh Milligan
Position: Junior Therapist
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday
Background: Niamh went to college at 15 to study Beauty Therapy whilst completing her exams at school and then went to college full time do continue her studies. She joined the Sleeping Beauty team in 2024 as a Junior Therapist.
Qualifications: SVQ Level 2 Beauty Therapy, Massage, Elemis Facials, Nails
Personal: Niamh says ‘My auntie is a Beauty Therapist so I always wanted to follow in her footsteps since i was young and i've always loved beauty side of things. A fun fact is I have 4 tattoos and enjoy spending time with friends and family in my spare time.
Expert Areas: My favourite treatment to do is facials!
Lucy Watt
Position: Salon Co-ordinator
Hours: Wednesday - Saturday
Background: Lucy is very experienced in customer service with previous jobs in retail, and is currently studying Business Administration alongside working at Sleeping Beauty, She worked in our Radisson Spa as their Receptionist for 9 months before moving to our Alva Street Salon and taking on the new role of Salon Co Ordinator.
Personal: Originally from Perth Lucy moved to Edinburgh over 4 years ago. In her spare time when she is not studying or working, she will be in a dance studio or hanging out with friends
Expert Areas: Lucy loves our Sleeping Beauty, Elemis and Image ranges, and enjoys helping clients with their skincare queries when visiting the salon.
Millie SkenE
Position: Junior Therapist
Hours: Tuesday- Saturday
Background: Millie joined the Sleeping Beauty team in 2025 as a Junior Therapist
Personal: Millie says ‘I have recently started my journey in the beauty industry and this has equipped me with essential skills and insights, helping me build a solid foundation in beauty treatments and costumer satisfaction. When i’m not working in my spare time I love walking my 2 dogs and spending lots of time with friends and family.’
Qualifications: Facials, Manicure, Pedicure
Expert areas: Nails