I'm a big fan of Mac makeup! I have been using Mac makeup for 2 years now and I will never switch…read moreto anything else! I use their liquid foundation because it goes on smooth and about 2 minutes after applying it, it sets on your face to give you that 'finished' porcelain look. Following the liquid, I use a powder to blend. I use a bit of blush and then some eye primer followed by their eye shadows. I recently purchased their mascara but for the price that I paid, I wouldn't buy it again. I find the drugstore brands are just as good but a lot cheaper. I would never use any makeup brushes other than theirs. I believe you can't draw a good picture without a good paint brush and the same applies to makeup. They last forever and stand up to anything! Mine are 2 years old and look brand new. One bonus with Mac Makeup is that if you return 6 empty packages to their store, you get a free eye shadow or lipstick! I find the staff incredibly helpful but a little on the 'pushy' side when it comes to selling their product. I'm sure they make a heavy commission on the products they sell because they sell me just about anything. I have to go in their on a budget and stick to it! I will never buy any other makeup other than Mac! Love it!

MAC's solid in-store expertise and consistent range of product has kept me coming back for years…read more Its brand is built on innovative, ahead of the curb trends and attention to all types of beauty. If it isn't your fancy to talk face to face at the store, there is an ulterior method in obtaining professional advice. Clicking onto the website, users have the option to email questions to a real MAC professional about anything make-up related. When I was just getting into cosmetics, I took advantage of this option and was written back within a few days. (These MAC artists have bios featured on the website.) I described in depth my skin tone, eye shape and colour, hair colour and requested some recommendations for a natural but polished look. She made some suggestions that I still go by today, as well as some application tips. (Eg. how to make my 'lil eyes look more full.) I've been using the same SPF foundation, "Teddy" eye liner and "Fling" eyebrow pencil for about 4 years! Lipsticks come and go... but there are definitely some MAC items I've come accustom to. FYI: Shipping is pretty inexpensive as well. But I'd strongly encourage anyone to pop into the store its handy. Service is smart and professional, and you can get some great tips! The last time I was there my sister got a full education on her skin type, right down to the derma science. MAC employees know their stuff. (Plus they're fun to look at) Another perk to MAC is their eco conscious. They encourage customers to return empty containers that will be reproduced! For every 6 you bring in, you get a free lipstick or eyeshadow. I've taken advantage many 'a time. One thing I wouldn't recommend about MAC is their mascara. I've purchased it in the past, but have found drugstore mascara to be much better and at a cheaper price. Overall MAC is a staple spot for cosmetics and expert opinion. Its store, website and staff are always inspired and passionate about what they do. This makes the difference.

has amazing hair supply's for all textures of hair! It's very limited in halifax to find the right…read moregel or containing treatment so it's a gem for sure

This is my go to hair store for all my hair needs. As I am a hair Braider, without P3 (Princess) I…read morewould be lost. oh and of course the workers there are the best. I always feel welcomed .

Either for a quick snack to a carton of milk this is the shoppers that I visit on a regular basis…read more Either a mid afternoon chocolate craving the unfortunately always have chocolate on sale. Now I want you to all know that this Shoppers has the best pharmacist name John he is great. Like today I went as I was concerned about something and John was there to help and talk to me about my concerns, Not only is shoppers great for home supplies to cards to cosmetics it is as well the place to go to get your prescriptions.

Shoppers on Robie St is I think one of my favourite Shoppers. I like the fact it stays open late…read moreand it is conveniently located in the west end. The staff here are great and we get some prescriptions here. I like the fact it has a part grocery store in it, I have bought a lot of the grab items, milk , eggs , bread, sort of the staples. Some times I just do not want to go into the grocery store and stand in a huge line or half to walk a mile to the back of the store to grab a carton of milk. Fortunately for me , we have Shoppers, and sometimes I get the double bonus with the points card. They ad up quick, I have used the $75.00 in points a few times. There is a great cosmetician who works here, here name is Crystal. She has helped me with choosing a new product line and I am very happy with it. Go see her!

There is a vast variety products off around the world in this African Market…read more You will certainly find wonderful surprise inside and definitely something you need. Patricia is very knowledgeable about the products as well as their usage and always offer guidance and alternatives. She is very welcoming and customer satisfaction oriented. It is always a pleasure to walk in and shop at great prices and discover some treasures. Thank you for your business!

Excellent service, very welcoming, It's more than a shop. Africa is well represented. The items are…read morevaried and at a good price. I really recommend the store for your purchases.

Maritime Beauty is a location that will sell wholesale to hairdressers with their license. Great…read morefriendly staff that are always ready and willing to help you. Located on Barrington street the is plenty of parking right out front. I love going here when the sales are on. They have many different product lines from Redken being the most popular to Bed Head to name some. On the esthetics's side they have OPI as the main polish of choice but have actually brought on a new line which I am not familiar with. All the tools of the trade to get you started with manicures and pedicure's do not want to mention prices as this is wholesale and everyone would know the mark up on these products. All I can say is thank goodness I maintained my license.

Maritime Beauty Supply has been a life saver for me. They carry all the brands I like and it has a…read morefriendly staff that will assist you, no problem. You can only go here if you have a license (hairdresser). I like the fact they carry Aveda products as well (makeup). I always like the lip liner they have. You can pretty much get everything here.

Sally Beauty Supply has a few locations in Halifax, this one is in the Bayers Lake…read more It is a Beauty Supply store that is opened to the public. This means you do not have to have a license to buy here. There is not too many of these stores around. You will find the quality and products different than what you can find in the drugstore chains. They have a nice selection and if you are like me can spend a lot of time in these places. The price points are not overly expensive.

This is one of those wholesale beauty supply stores usually open only to beauticians. Fortunately…read morefor the rest of us, they let us not professionals shop here....and even offer some great advice in the process. You know the expression "everything but the kitchen sink"? Well you can even GET the sink here. Okay, it's not a Kitchen sink, but a very cool salon sink...but I digress, unless of course you are a professional , just opening a shop. You'll find sulfate free hair dyes, shampoos and conditioners, a bazillion different hair dryers, crimpers, curling irons, clippers plus every kind of styling gadget - rollers to clips to krazy kolored wraps. Can't do enough with the hair you have....no problem, they have lots of extensions to tempt you. Now that your hair is fabulous...what about make up and skin care products? They have that too. Check it out.

Absolutely ridiculous service would recommend going quite literally anywhere else for pharmacy…read moreservices. Pharmacists working July 23 evening lied to me multiple times and would not fill a prescription as promised, flip flopping between what seemed like made up reasons for a simple prescription not being filled. Pharmacists said at 2 times the order was ready for pickup, to which I went for pick up and simply had my time wasted, not to mention was treated as if we hadn't spoken multiple times and with a very bad attitude. Hard to believe how bad the service is here.

I have never had a worse experience at a pharmacy, the staff are non collaborative and have no idea…read morehow to run a business, they leave their patients sitting there with no information! this is why Nova pharmacy is superior! definitely bug pharmacist

I have yet to find a spa that offers the same wide range of services. The staff are beyond…read morefriendly, and have created an environment that encourages you to stay and enjoy yourself. Offering small things like desserts, tea and a many samples of their products. I will never be able to visit another spa again. Did I mention they are also dog friendly?

Edit: The main manager called and had me and my daughter back in. Senior technicians redid our…read morenails and everyone was very nice. Gave us gift bags! They look Great now!!

My boyfriend & I decided to go to Smiles & Beauty to have our teeth whitened a few months ago. It…read morewas $99 plus tax for the regular 10 minute back to back session. Once we finished we looked in the mirror and were amazed by how white our teeth looked! Although, I couldn't tell if they were ACTUALLY whiter or if they just looked that way because all of the lights in there are florescent? I added another $40 onto my purchase with a maintenance pen so my total was approx. $160 - yikes. We got home and looked in our regular mirror and our teeth looked a bit better but not as white as they at Smiles & Beauty. About a week or 2 later my teeth looked the exact same as they had before. Very annoying. I'm not sure if it was just this place that sucks, or if all "teeth whitening" clinics suck.. but I won't be going back! Crest white strips it is!

Back in September I had bought a teambuy for a 20 minute teeth whitening session and a credit…read moretowards a teeth whitening pen for $50. Ever since I got my braces removed about 2 years ago, I wanted to have my teeth whitened but didn't want to spend a fortune. I finally got around to redeeming it today and it was certainly an interesting experience. Be prepared to drool, a lot! My boyfriend came with and he had quite a few chuckles watching it all. First you compare your teeth color to a variety of samples to determine where you are at before the whitening. Then you are seated in a comfortable chair in front of a tv screen and asked to clean your teeth with this neat little finger wipe tool. Then you apply aloe cream to your gums and lips to protect them from the brightness of the light, then insert what looks like a gummy mouth guard, which has the gel in it. So you sit there for 10 minutes with this thing in your mouth and protective glasses on. It is apparently safe to swallow but it tastes bad. I swallowed a few times but it was impossible to not drool everywhere, good thing for the bib. After ten minutes you take the guard out and rinse/spit, then repeat all the steps again for another ten minutes. Everything is self administered with the direction of the assistant there. My teeth whitened about 2 shades, and the pen will maintain/continue to whiten my teeth. There is some tingling and sensitivity during/after the process but it goes away within hour or two. I probably would not pay the regular $99 per session here for my teeth whitening, but am glad I was able to save money with the teambuy. Also, make sure you have lunch or breakfast before your appointment because you should not eat for an hour or two afterward, and drink only water.