This is my second time seeing Mari ..I wanted a change and she delivered! She really took the time…read moreto listen to my vision and gave me some great, creative ideas! I absolutely love my new look and the California love! I would highly recommend her!

I'm writing this review specifically in regards to services provided at Bravo Beauty, which is…read morelocated at the Off Center Salon & Spa in West Hartford, CT. I'm newly a WeHa dweller, and was searching for a locally accessible and experienced Aesthetic APRN or MD to get maintenance injectables (Botox or Dysport), and other similar services (peels, microdermabrasion, etc.). I was seeking a proficiently knowledgeable practitioner with exceptionally high standards, quality products and services offered. I am savvy enough of a shopper/client/patient to look for a provider offering quality services that are NOT ridiculously overpriced or underpriced but then diluted. Until, in this area, the vast majority of local businesses (especially spa and nonsurgical cosmetic beauty services) tend to mark up their prices astronomically! All simply due to the zip code their businesses reside in. However, when I found the fabulous and highly acclaimed Aesthetic APRN, Alicia Bravo, Owner of Bravo Beauty, I was enthralled! I am beyond neurotic when it comes to throughly researching such a practitioner, especially when it comes to these types of services. Alicia came hugely recommended and had a roaringly flawless internet presence as well! It's exceptionally rare to find a business without any negative reviews; however, I did not come across even one bad review for her or her business, Bravo Beauty! I was even more impressed when I called to schedule an appointment and she honored her Groupon rate offer. I was a new customer and the offer had sold out (her offers regularly sell out quickly) online. I'm not one to typically purchase any type of cosmetic services at a discounted price, but in this instance I felt confident that it was entirely safe and would be a quality transaction. Her reviews spoke for themselves and there were a plethora of them to back up the fanfare! When I later met Alicia, I told her about her positive and polished reviews. She then explained to me that she's attempting to grow her business and that thousands of women see her offers online this way. It made entire sense to me. When I first arrived at the Off Center Salon and Spa to visit Bravo Beauty, I was thoroughly impressed with the modern decor, friendly staff, and overall cleanliness standards reminiscent of a hospital. Alicia as a practitioner is very knowledgeable, vivacious, and I immediately felt at ease speaking with her. She was very thorough, and I didn't feel rushed during my appointment at all. I felt that Alicia knew the science of injectables exceedingly well and I was quite impressed that she wasn't trying to sell or pressure me to purchase more services than I actually needed. I had only used Dysport in the past and told her that even though I'm in my early 30's, that I had been given way too much of it in the past. She then explained to me that Dysport often produces a, "softer," look in contrast to Botox. She then recommended that we use 20 units, instead of 40 units and that if I felt I needed more, to call her in 10-14 days. I was very happy with the outcome of my experience using Bravo Beauty as a nonsurgical cosmetic provider and I would HIGHLY recommend her services to a friend or family member! I give her 5 stars without even blinking and typically I can be quite critical, so know that if I believe her business and standards are this superb that it's truly a rarity!

I am becoming a regular here and it is all because of great service! I now get my sugaring,…read moremanicures and pedicures from them. My mani pedi was amazing on Monday! Looking forward to my next appointment and I may try a new service! Love my nails!!! Never tried Gell on my nails but I must say I really like it but it won't be an all the time thing.

How have I missed writing a review of XES? Better late than never, especially as they celebrate…read moretheir 10 year anniversary this month. Between the pandemic, pregnancy and life craziness (and let's face it - being the worst at self care), it's definitely been quite a while since I've gone in (in the past for events) but there have been a few times where I was lucky enough to get my eyebrows threaded. This is one of just a few places I've gotten threading done so I don't have a ton to compare it to but my experiences here were amazing. So professional and precise. From salon aesthetics to a full menu of beauty/skincare treatments and pampering sessions, Evelyn knows exactly what she's doing. I would trust her team with absolutely any service.

Please DO NOT listen to Karin's review below, it is completely unwarranted as she only has three…read morereviews and all of them negative, improper use of YELP. Thank you. This place is amazing! Nella is the owner and she is so awesome and friendly. Emily is another stylist and people rave about her! Abbey is upstairs performing facials, mani/pedis, full buffet of massages etc!!! This place is new and amazing. I will be coming back here for the rest of my life to get all the beautification services that I require!!

This salon is the Best! It is modern & clean & they carry Cruelty-Free Oligo hair coloring &…read moreproducts. Oligo isn't Tested Animals. Emily cuts & colors my hair & she does an Amazing job. The owner Marinella is so awesome too. I highly recommend this salon. Emily matches my color moods depending on the season. For this fall I had her add red undertones to my blonde hi-lighted mane. Written by Very happy customer !

Have had 2 great experience with Marika. Very thorough and careful. Definitely will go backread more

It was great. She did a wonderful job and I will be back. Quick and painless too. Great…read moreexperience.

The salon is clean and the ladies are fast. such sweet ladies who are always efficient and patient…read more Brows are always on point!

Ada gave me a beautiful short bob haircut at Elegant Edge. She is very friendly and helpful and…read morecut my hair exactly like the picture I brought in.

Amber did a great job with both of my girls haircuts this weekend. These haircuts are very…read moreimportant to us because they have school picture day tomorrow! Amber took her time asking them how they like their haircut & gave them the spa treatment! They love having their haircut by Amber! See soon for my haircut!

Puja id absolutely amazing. She's so kind and truly loves her job!! Threading does hurt and is…read morepretty intimidating but she makes it way better

I wish they allowed me to give this place zero stars. I got my eyelash extensions done here only…read morethree days ago for $40. After being promised that they would last two weeks this is what they look like. Half of them fell out and because the tech wasn't experienced or trained she placed one set of lashes so poorly that It gave me an eye infection. I went into the shop today to get my money back and the tech cursed me out and refused to give me all of my money back. She said she didn't know how to remove them and when I asked for a license she had nothing to show. DONT EVER COME HERE WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER !!! Will certainly be reporting to the Connecticut state cosmetology board.

I usually go for waxing. Got a casual makeover for a special event. I feel like a million dollars…read more Looks amazing. I highly recommend Susan at Luxe Beauty! Nancy G

Susan is the greatest! My brows have really never looked better. I used to hate them and now I…read moreabsolutely love them and love my appointments with Susan.