Clean cuts, fabulous blowouts, relaxing facials and massages: Whatever kind of beauty service you need, you’ll find it in NoVA.
DUAL WINNER: Barbershop; Tattoo & Piercing Shop
Winner
Fury 13 Tattoo & Barbershop
This Alexandria shop started with tattoos and has expanded to include a barbershop, too. It’s known for a friendly, laid-back, clean atmosphere and attention to detail. The six highly skilled tattoo artists put first-timers at ease and work patiently with you to create the art you desire. The barbershop provides a clean cut and offers beard trims. 25 S. Quaker Ln., Alexandria
Runner-Up (Barbershop)
Bearded Goat Barber
4150 Campbell Ave., Ste. 103; 4201 Wilson Blvd., Ste. 145, Arlington
Runner-Up (Tattoo & Piercing Shop)
Brilliance Piercing
421 Church St. NE, Ste. C, Vienna
Blowout
Winner
Stylists at North
Located in a bright, airy spot in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, the creative and talented stylists in this loft space will help you find the best expression of yourself. There’s no doubt you’ll leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated — and looking chic with a fresh blowout. 218 N. Lee St., Ste. 220, Alexandria
Runner-Up
Alya Salon & Spa
139 Park St. SE, Vienna
DUAL WINNER: Brows; Facial
Winner
The Beauty Effect
Head to Haymarket to get the beautiful brows and glowing skin you covet. The staff here will patiently explain the process and work with you to achieve the look you want. Eyebrow offerings include waxing, tinting, and lamination. The range of facials offered includes dermaplaning, enzymatic, custom, and nano infusion. 4434 Costello Wy., Ste. 303, Haymarket
Runner-Up (Brows)
Sesen Spa
112 Pleasant St. NW, Ste. A, Vienna
Runner-Up (Facials)
Skin Facial Bar
8300 Old Courthouse Rd., Ste. 240, Vienna
Mani/Pedi
Winner
Sesen Spa
Even if it’s not essential, getting a fresh manicure and pedicure may give you a quick boost of confidence. Visitors can find the service they need at this spa, from the Never Basic mani or pedi to the Foot Fetish or On the Rocks pedicures. And if you just feel like a foot bath and massage without the exfoliation and polish, the Soak & Float option is for you. 112 Pleasant St. NW, Ste. A, Vienna
Runner-Up
Paint Nail Bar
1520 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington; 1601 Village Market Blvd. SE, Ste. 117, Leesburg
Massage
Winner
Origins Thai Spa
Say goodbye to stress when you choose from a full range of massages at this spa’s locations in Alexandria, Arlington, or Sterling. Some of the 15 options include the Traditional Thai and Thai Herbal massages as well as the Ayurvedic, Shirodhara, or Origins Four Hands massage — where you’ll have two massage therapists working simultaneously to improve your circulation and help you with relaxation, creativity, and more. Multiple locations
Runner-Up
Sugar House Day Spa & Salon
111 N. Alfred St., Alexandria
Waxer
Winner
Luna Luxury Beauty
Comfort is key at this Gainesville studio, where cosmetologist Karina Rincan offers a wide range of waxing services to remove unwanted hair. She aims to provide services in a judgment-free space where clients can feel confident and at ease. 13289 Gateway Center Dr., Loft 8, Gainesville
Runner-Up
Aleman Beauty Studio
6801 Backlick Rd., Unit D, Springfield
Feature image by Amie Otto
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