I am not from the Raleigh area so I was lost looking for qualified, affordable places for beauty…read moreservices leading up to my wedding. A close family friend in the area recommended Blown Away. The lady I spoke with on the phone scheduled the express spray tan and educated me on what a spray tan was, how long it would last, etc. Everyone was friendly & knowledgeable! It was a quick process all around (from application to washing it off). I highly recommend this place, especially if you are looking for a beautiful tan for an affordable price!!

Everyone there is so kind, nice, skilled and helpful:) my hair looks and feels great making me good…read moreto go for a long weekend or several days. Thank you I have enjoyed the services of Brittany, and both Ashlee's ( not sure of spelling) as well as a few others

My name is Shannon DeVaughn and it is with the greatest level of respect, privilege, and honor that…read moreI submit this review. It would be remiss of me if I did not. The Makeup Addict Studios is JUST that fantastic. It's certainly a noteworthy, professional make up studio worth mentioning. The Makeup Addict Studio, owned and operated by Ambria Cotten, is a cutting edge makeup studio in a class of its own. I have had the privilege of visiting the studio numerous times and will continue to visit. When you walk in, you are greeted with a warm smile and excellent hospitality. This is not just a makeup studio - this is an experience. As one in the music industry, it is of the utmost importance that my makeup is professional and looks good. Ambria is very diverse in her approach, being able to cater to my desire for a dramatic look right down to a natural appearance. I can count on her to give me the look that caters well to my needs. She uses quality products and is sure to ask the right questions about my skin type to ensure the best fit for the look we're going for. When you've got a good thing going, you want to stick with it. For this cause, I will continue to frequent and refer my friends and family to this studio. The level of professionalism provided is comparable to none. Any questions that I may have, she is quick to respond. I've also had the opportunity to see students trained under her tutelage and the level of care that she instructs shows forth her passion for makeup artistry and to see her students progress. This company has an office in both Raleigh and Charlotte. It grieved my heart to see some of the less than tasteful reviews of the Charlotte office. What a shock! My heart goes out to the very few who experienced challenges there. All of my experiences in the Raleigh office has been nothing short of stellar, professional, and unique. I am very careful about the integrity of my associations (especially those working on my face or hair). Because I had frequented the studio numerous times, I felt it necessary to inquire. After all, client statistical trends of repeat business holds true; if there's an issue, people will not return to patronize that business. If I knew something was off, I would no longer want to visit. Integrity is everything! I reached out to the owner to inquire. It was brought to my attention that the moment the challenges in the Charlotte office became known, immediate actions were taken to rectify the situation. This included the swift removal of the previous office manager mentioned in one of the previous posts. It's certainly no desire of mine for anyone to be removed, however, business is business. From my experience, this studio does everything that it can possibly do to cater to the needs of its clients. I am very proud of the work this studio produces and the way it makes me feel. Just to share how amazing this studio is, I was doing a Periscope video about a month ago. I made a trip to Atlanta a few weekends ago, and someone mentioned to me how much they loved my makeup and wanted to have MY NORTH CAROLINIAN makeup artist do their makeup. She's in Atlanta... The last time I checked, Atlanta does NOT have a shortage in makeup artists. The quality provided by the MakeUp Addict Studio touched someone states away who would want to work with my makeup artist. That speaks volumes!!! It is my desire that this posting is as clear and helpful as it could possibly be. I will continue visiting this studio. I leave feeling pretty and every woman deserves this.I don't put my name or endorsement behind everyone and everything, but I would HIGHLY recommend this studio.

I booked The Makeup Addict for my wedding in June. Both the hair stylist and makeup artist were a…read morepleasure to work with. They made sure everyone had exactly what they asked for and everyone turned out amazing! Hair and makeup lasted all night! I would recommend them to anyone!

The Wedded Kiss team was absolutely amazing for our wedding weekend! Our hair and makeup came up…read moregreat!! We even had some picky ladies and they still were so patient! They made everyone feel beautiful and are incredibly skilled at what they do. Everyone was so kind, warm, and I could not give a stronger review!!! I would recommend them for any special event!! The vibe is exactly what you want on your wedding morning positive, chill and amazing at what they do! shout out to Brent, Sarah and Nina!!

Nina and her crew are amazing! I got married last Friday, and Nina, Sarah, and Lovey did the hair…read moreand makeup for myself, my 4 bridesmaids, and the two moms. Everyone looked incredible! I love that the team made us feel confident and beautiful without feeling like our hair and makeup needed to be over the top. A very lovely, natural look! We had so much fun hanging out with this team as we were getting ready that morning. Nina was super responsive to emails throughout all of the rescheduling (COVID Bride here), and I couldn't have imagined a better team for hair and make up. I got a MILLION complements throughout the day! Thank you so much for making our day so special!

Wish I could give Taylor 10 stars! Taylor is so helpful and kind. She genuinely wants to make…read moreeveryone feel and look their best. Taylor is the best of the best and provides perfection with every service. I am so glad to have found Glam and Glo Beauty Bar!

I have been seeing Taylor for over a year now and I will always recommend her to someone that is…read morelooking to get waxed. She is so personable, understanding, and makes the whole process much more comfortable! Not to mention, that for some reason when I go to her it's much less painful than other waxers. Love her!

I can't give Ashley enough praise for the AMAZING job she did on my wedding hair and makeup. I was…read moreso overwhelmed with what I wanted the day of and she was patient and kind throughout the whole process. Even with my little direction, she was able to interpret and create the perfect look for me. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.

I met Ashley at the Parlor Drybar in Cary and she was super fun and friendly to work with. She did…read moremy make up for a black tie event and I was super pleased. I ended up asking her to do my make up for my rehearsal dinner since her website was super easy to book on. There was only a slight glitch with an automatic email I got confirming the location (which was incorrect) but she was in direct communication with me about it and showed up ready to go as we had scheduled. I love how it turned out and would love to work with her again! Highly recommend!

I like Sephora better than Ulta Whjat I like most about Ulta these days is that you can order fron…read moreInstacart I get my hair care products from Ulta the K18 is pretty magical. It's also cool when it is delivered to yuor front door!

If you are already at the mall, see if they have what you need. However, I would opt for the…read moreCarmen Village location or online. Rated 3 stars because of the good customer service, but they were out of everything I needed! Tip: I found out that they get there shipments on Thursday.

Sky Parlor Salon is truly exceptional, and so much of that is because of Yessenia Amaya. She is an…read moreabsolute gem -- incredibly talented, endlessly patient, and passionate about her craft. Her attention to detail and commitment to going above and beyond are rare to find. Yessenia always takes the time to listen, and somehow brings to life exactly what I envision -- even when my explanation barely makes sense! Her artistry is unmatched, and she makes the entire experience a joy. I genuinely look forward to seeing her, not just because I know I'll leave with perfect color and a flawless cut, but because she's such a pleasure to be around. Spending time in her chair feels like a treat in every way. I'm so grateful to have found Yessenia -- she nails it every single time, and I couldn't imagine trusting anyone else with my hair!

Jennifer listened to all the details on my hair and gave me a great cut. She gave my coarse, wavy…read morehair the best cut I have had in many, many, many years. And then cut it great the 2nd time too. She is the first to get it my hair to flip in different directions and make the most of the waves. I am so enjoying my hair. Thank you, Jennifer!

Hands down, Five-Star experience!! I have had my make up done for two dance concerts, as well as…read moretwo proms by Tammie, and have not thought of anyone else to go to! She has a passion for what she does and will perfect your make up to whatever occasion you are looking for. She will always give you the perfect look and you'll look fabulous all night long. Highly suggest her services, and she's the sweetest person you'll meet.

From the owner: I am a licensed freelance Makeup Artist. I specialize in…read moremakeup application for Weddings, Prom, Engagement Photos, Sweet 16s, Glamor/Fashion Shows or just about any Special Event. Trust me to help you look your best! I use mostly Mac cosmetics and makeup does include false lash application if desired.

Horrible customer service!!!! DO NOT recommend! I traveled from Hillsborough to Raleigh 3 times…read more(initial color consult, full foil and toner correction) and still have yellow hair. I was charged for the corrective toner even though I scheduled my appointment within the two week color guaranteed period. They have beautiful pictures on their website but that is not what you will leave with. I have now spent over $500, including tip and parking, and yet still have horrible brassy hair. When I reached out for help, I was quoted another $286 for one of their "blonde specialists" to fix my hair. Originally googled the best colorist in Raleigh and could not be more disappointed on top of being out $500. Wish I could give zero stars.

I went to Junction Salon & Bar for the first time and had a great experience. I had a partial color…read moreand cut with Kelly and she made the appointment really chill and enjoyable. She delivered on everything I asked for and was very clear in the questions she asked to determine my final look. I didn't realize there was a bar inside until I got there and would consider booking an appointment with a friend or even bringing my spouse along next time. Pricing was on par with what I am used to spending on a cut and color. Thanks for the perfect chop I needed for the summer!

At this location, the sales associates tend to hover over you and follow you around a bit too much…read morefor my comfort level. I'm not sure if it is the size of the store that gives me this feeling. One positive that comes out of this is that I don't feel ignored (looking on the bright side here LOL). Notwithstanding the hovering, I love Lush products so I have bought items here several times. My favorite product is the Deep Sleep magnesium massage bar. It is super relaxing if used correctly and really helps me settle down for a peaceful night's sleep.

I love Lush products so much that I decided to apply for a seasonal position at this store! The…read morestaff here are truly so kind and knowledgeable. Every place has their pros and cons, but the staff at this store are definitely a pro. The size of the place is probably the only con. However, the staff do a lot to make sure it doesn't feel overcrowded and ensure that they have a comfortable amount of product on the floor at all times. Grab yourself a Scrubee and an Avobath bomb (my favorite products) and thank me later