I found Chic Spa & Microblading Academy while visiting Connecticut from California after asking ChatGPT for recommended microblading artists in the area, and Dev came up as one of the top suggestions. After my first appointment, I understood why. When I returned to Connecticut for another visit, I booked my follow-up with her again because I was genuinely happy with my experience and results. Dev has always been warm, professional, detail-oriented, and very informative throughout the process. She listened carefully to what I wanted and created brows that still look soft and natural while giving me more shape and balance. I've seen that some people have had different experiences, and that's unfortunate. All I can do is speak for myself and honestly say that my personal experience has been very positive from start to finish. The studio felt clean and welcoming, and I left both appointments feeling happy with my results. read more

Chic Spa Microblading Academy - Love the shape and color of my brows!! - Eyelash Service Near Me - Avon, Connecticut

I had my eyebrows - feather look - and top and bottom eyeliner done. I couldn't be happier. VERY natural looking. What a game changer to wake up and not have to fuss with making my brows look good and also to not have to do eyeliner! They were very accommodating and professional to give me the look that I wanted. i highly recommend them!! read more

This was a total and complete disaster. I spent close to $1000 with the tips and everything the eyebrow still never took. I kept texting them to let them know and I kept going back probably three times in total .The last time I went because the previous time the brow did not take. She told me I would have to give her $100. They didn't charge me the other couple of times because they liked me whatever that meant .I would not refer this place to anyone. I was fortunate enough to find a place up in Meriden by Ocean State job lights just by coincidence. The owner knew his stuff and I am very happy now with my eyebrows. I don't like to leave bad reviews, but this place just seemed like they care for about the money than wanting to satisfy the client just my Opinion. read more

My brows needed color correction from another provider that messed them up, so I understood it would take a couple visits. She gave me a quote and what her plan would be. Not what I got. From the pic I'm posting you can see they did a lighter brownish orange line across the top and bottom of my brow that was permanent! She told me don't worry it will fade and allowed me to walk out looking like this! She instructed me to come back for another appointment to correct the color bc it was much darker then I wanted and to help correct the line. I was very explicit about it not being black or too dark, which it was even after I stressed that I did not want that. I was in tears. This is permanent! I made the appointment to make corrections and she said there would be no charge. THEN after the next appointment she tried to charge me!! Also, and I cannot fathom why, they went over the brown line again and made it stand out even more!! Mind you I paid a lot of money only to leave in tears. Awful. She was very dismissive and condescending too. It was a terrible experience and I do not recommend. My advice is if you're planning to go there you should get aquote in writing with exact fees. read more

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AMAZING SERVICE!! She waxed my eyebrows for free for my birthday and did my lashes beautifully!! highly recommend this to anyone, affordable and very high quality. 5 STARS!!! best spa out here! read more

Chic Spa Microblading Academy - Eyelash Service Near Me - Avon, Connecticut

I was referred to Dev and Chic Spa by a friend whose brows look great and I wanted to get mine done as well. The establishment is a bit difficult to find because it's nestled among the Avon Village Marketplace shops, however there was ample parking and the first impression was very welcoming. On my first visit, I had both my brows and my eyeliner microbladed, and I was very happy with the careful measurement and accurate arching of the brows. The liner I was less so because they didn't connect the top lid line and the bottom lid line in the corner as I requested several times. Also, there was no 'tail' extension added. I asked over and over, but finally gave up since the technician did not seem fluent in English and Dev did not seem to think that the cat eye look was desirable. So I was a bit disappointed with that, but figured I could get it fixed at a subsequent visit and didn't want to make a fuss. I was told that there was to be a follow up visit the next week and figured we'd get it sorted out then. This is where I have to give potential clients a warning. The follow up is actually considered a 'touch up' which is a rather large additional charge ($200 for each, the bows and the eyes for a total of $400 plus tax) that I had foolishly assumed was included in the base price for the service $400 for each totally $800. It was just to see that all had set well and that the lines remained precise. They did go over both the brows and the eyeliner to even out any color that hadn't 'taken' with the first go. I tried again but still could not convey that I wanted a cat eye look with the top and bottom of the eyeliner connected and an extension out to each side, but gave up not wanting to override what Dev the aesthetician insisted. Now there is paperwork that the client signs before the work is done. I figured it was standard boilerplate to cover for liability. However, more than that it outlines the pricing structure and apparently advised that the full charge for each area (brows, eyeliner, lips etc.) is over $600-$700. And I was told that the first fee of $400 was a special discount of $100 off the $500 price. Very confusing. So on what was called my 'touch up' (not follow up) I was very surprised that I was expected to pony up an additional $400 ($200 each for brows and eyeliner). I spoke to the friend who referred me and she didn't remember such a fee and thought like me that a 'touch up' ought to mean a return visit 6 months to a year later. I emailed and then texted with the proprietor and he was staunch in his insistence that I had been fully instructed in writing of what the charges entailed and had signed the paperwork. Well, Avon is a wealthy community, so I guess if you have to ask for a clarification of price, then you can't afford it. So buyer beware! Another problem entirely was lip tinting. I had had this done previously in Glastonbury a few years ago and figured I'd get a refresh. And boy was I in for a wild ride! I got the usual warning about possible side effects like irritation, blistering, dryness, et cetera. And since I had had no problems at the previous establishment, I thought it would be no big deal. However, whatever tint and tool was used, I had a severe reaction. My lips swelled to huge proportions, were a deep shade of red-pink and were sore for more that a week with chapping and completely covered with cold sores and cracks. I was told by them to get an antibiotic from my physician, however an antibiotic will do nothing to alleviate cold sores as they are viral in origin. Antibiotics don't relieve them. Luckily, I was able to get a prescription for topical Acyclovir, which is specifically for treating the cold sore virus. For a few days I was a scary site. They normally have a 'touch up' for lips too, but I opted to forgo this and the additional $200 charge that would have been incurred. In summary, the spa is clean, light and the atmosphere is upbeat, but in my humble opinion, very expensive. read more

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Dev is gifted at nanoblading. I first got nanobrows this summer (like microblading but thinner blade, more natural looking brow). I got two touch ups, the first is highly recommended to finish your brow process after you heal. The second was because I wanted them to be even more prominent/ thicker but they looked good before that. Seems like most customers only need two appointments. Don't be surprised by the process... you have to keep your brows 100% dry for over a week after your appointment. They will look fantastic for a day, then extremely dark for 3-4 days, then they'll start to scab/peel and look pretty normal after 9 or 10 days. Your color will fade dramatically and return in 4-6 weeks when you are fully healed. It can be a little awkward if you're going to see people that first week or take photos. If you have a big event, do this at least a month in advance. Not the week of. I went into the process with these expectations and wasn't surprised by the process. I could see how this healing/fading process would turn some off but it's totally worth it. There is also some pain involved in the actual blading process, but you can get numbing cream which helps. I love my brows and it's wonderful to be able to go out without filling them in with makeup. Dev did a fantastic job and listened to what I wanted while making expert suggestions to give me my best brows. I am glad I trusted her recommendations on shape and shade. I'm hopeful the pigment will last at least a year and then I can just do an annual touch up. If you're considering micro or nanoblading, I can't recommend Dev enough! read more

Chic Spa Microblading Academy - Nanobrows by Dev - Eyelash Service Near Me - Avon, Connecticut

Went here for eyebrows after all the great reviews, unfortunately I didn't have the same experience. Pricing wasn't as discussed and after all was done my eyebrows aren't even the same, they look different from each other. Won't go back will have to find someone to fix. Please make sure you don't walk out unless you are happy. read more

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Chic Spa Microblading Academy!!!! I booked an appointment with them after seeing a segment on Great Day Connecticut highlighting them! I booked an appointment at their satellite office in Glastonbury...Dev was so knowledgeable and took her time to sit and explain the process to me in great detail. She was sure to ask what I was looking for and made sure I was 100% happy with everything before she started the actual nano process! The process was absolutely painless ! She had me look in the mirror numerous times to make sure I was happy with what I was seeing so far... and I was every step of the way and by completion, I was blown away with the results!!!!!! Not only has she gained a lifelong customer, but I will refer her to everyone I know! I'm so incredibly happy that I found her!!!! read more

Worst place ever. I paid 530 dollars to tint my eyebrows less than a week no ink left the shape is not professionally done , my eyebrows looks exactly how I walking to that place , when i contacted them the lady told me i should come back in a week for the retouch and pay 200 dollars to completed the work. I laugh total rip off, money lost . Wasted of time 2 hours and money . Chic Spa Microblading Academy is not worth your time or money . Anyone that says otherwise must be a friend or a family member. Horrible horrible service . read more

Had a lash lift/tint here and it came out horrible. Lashes were completely crimped and going in all different directions. I wasn't given a mirror to see the end result instead was told "you look like a different person now". I wanted to cry when I got in my car and was able to see them read more

I was there yesterday for the first time. From when I want in until I was done they explained everything perfectly. Dev and Scott were absolutely phenomenal. The facility is immaculate and calming. I will 100% be back. read more

My mom and I went to Dev because we didn't have any eyebrows! She did a great job with giving us some that look natural and symmetrical. Thanks Dev! read more

Scam, money hungry. I got nano brows done costed me 500$. Understanding that I will need a touch up in about 3 weeks but that time came and went- no ink stayed at all! As if I didn't get anything done. Reached out to her again and was told 50%will retain. My problem is none did! She wanted to touch me up for 200$. I would agree if I needed a touch up but if my first session didn't give me any results why continue? Her reviews says she's a scam. I came. I saw and there's nothing special here- Dev is over priced and not worth it. Take your money somewhere else. read more