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In this sprawling metroplex we call our home, it's easy to get overwhelmed when searching for a good salon, spa or place to purchase (excess quantities of) cosmetics.
That's why, after the jump, you'll find our first Beauty 38, a highly subjective rundown of the best beauty stores, spas, salons and more in Dallas/Fort Worth. The ones who made the cut are all on top of their game in the beauty biz—they've found a gap in the market and cornered it. We've done our best to include all elements of the terrain, so included you'll find the top places to get a bikini wax intermingled with cosmetic superstars like Sephora and Make Up Forever.
Without further ado, let's get to it. And oh, if you disagree, let us know in the comments or via email to dallas@racked.com.
Ulta has more than a handful of area locations, all featuring drugstore and premium brand cosmetics, such as LORAC and CK One. Add miscellany in like toothpaste, hair dryers and toiletry bags, and it makes for truly a one-stop beauty shop.
Started in 1995, Beauty Brands was the first retail concept to embrace the idea of featuring a full-service salon. Add generous promotions (spend $100, get 10 percent off your next purchase) to the mix, and it's one beauty store that's worth the stop.
The bareMinerals boutique in NorthPark Center carries the nation's best-selling 100 percent natural mineral foundation, Bare Minerals, as well as a complete line of mineral-based cosmetics and skin care products. Complimentary make-unders and color matches are also available.
This makeup and perfumery is built on an all-natural ethos that began in Boston in 1991. In 1998, the brand's Brown Sugar Body Polish became the first sugar exfoliant on the market.
MAKE UP FOR EVER was founded by Dany Sanz in 1984, with a goal to respond to the needs of professional makeup artists by creating products adapted to all makeup styles, from the most traditional to the most extravagant. Today, its products include foundations, eye shadows, lipsticks, gloss, body makeup, eyeliner pencils, loose powders, makeup removers, brushes, false eyelashes, glitter and more.
This elegant spot has a complete range of offerings, including makeup and manicure/pedicure services. The salon even brings catered lunch items in from nearby Celebrity Café.
Founded in 1998 by Bruce Osgood and Allane O'Neil, Osgood O'Neil aims to create a relaxed environment where you can receive one of the best hair treatments in Dallas. From color and cuts to wedding consults, the salon has three area locations.
This much-loved Uptown salon launched a line of irresistible products last year. The made-in-Texas line (Resurrecting Wash, anyone?) features natural ingredients.
Part fitness studio, part spa, Exhale Dallas is a destination for well-being. After a core fusion barre class, make sure to save some time to relax in the eucalyptus steam room.
At The Pretty Kitty, soft wax is used instead of hard wax, which is a more common. The two locations (Uptown and Mockingbird) offer a variety of waxing services, and also welcome male clients.
Renée Rouleau practices in Dallas, New York and Los Angeles, and is a skin care expert and celebrity esthetician who has more than 25 years of experience. Rouleau has formulated her own high-performance products based on nine skin types to ensure her clients are achieving desired results.
Stephanie uses naturally tapered synthetic extensions, made of high quality blended cotton fibers. The result is realistic lashes that can last up to two months.
Cindy is an eyebrow expert, or so she brags. However, her local-celebrity client roster also backs the claim: The Park Cities-area waxer knows brows (and she also does lashes).
Blaine Schlaudt opened his gorgeous Uptown salon last year, aiming to cater to both longtime clients and new patrons. Check out his line of shampoos and conditioners, and don't miss the Argan oil.
This salon and spa at Neiman Marcus NorthPark offers a relaxing respite from the shopping mall. Peels, facials and even microdermabrasion are offered at this med-spa.
This downtown salon/barber shop inside Neiman's flagship draws lots of traffic—for good reason. With celebrity aesthetician Joanna Czech in residence, it's a can't miss proposition.
This new spa—the only ESPA in Texas—is a subterranean wonderland featuring indulgent facials and other services, not to mention one of the most gorgeous indoor soaking pools...anywhere.
This longtime Arlington salon and spa has transformed over the years, and now features a med-spa element too. Daireds offers daily specials on its services and treatments.
Elixir Salon & Daymaker is a full-service salon in Colleyville. The trend-oriented Aveda concept spot offers a full spectrum of services, including hot-stone pedicures and botanical hair therapy treatments.
This cosmetics and beauty mecca is a fairly recent addition at Southlake Town Square, offering a more central-DFW location to the brand's reach. Look for a new line of Sephora cosmetics to debut this year.
This longtime Fort Worth salon and spa offers Aveda products and treatments in a warm, relaxing environment. You'll be in more-than-capable hands with the talented stylists here.
Ulta has more than a handful of area locations, all featuring drugstore and premium brand cosmetics, such as LORAC and CK One. Add miscellany in like toothpaste, hair dryers and toiletry bags, and it makes for truly a one-stop beauty shop.
Started in 1995, Beauty Brands was the first retail concept to embrace the idea of featuring a full-service salon. Add generous promotions (spend $100, get 10 percent off your next purchase) to the mix, and it's one beauty store that's worth the stop.
The bareMinerals boutique in NorthPark Center carries the nation's best-selling 100 percent natural mineral foundation, Bare Minerals, as well as a complete line of mineral-based cosmetics and skin care products. Complimentary make-unders and color matches are also available.
This makeup and perfumery is built on an all-natural ethos that began in Boston in 1991. In 1998, the brand's Brown Sugar Body Polish became the first sugar exfoliant on the market.
MAKE UP FOR EVER was founded by Dany Sanz in 1984, with a goal to respond to the needs of professional makeup artists by creating products adapted to all makeup styles, from the most traditional to the most extravagant. Today, its products include foundations, eye shadows, lipsticks, gloss, body makeup, eyeliner pencils, loose powders, makeup removers, brushes, false eyelashes, glitter and more.
This elegant spot has a complete range of offerings, including makeup and manicure/pedicure services. The salon even brings catered lunch items in from nearby Celebrity Café.
Founded in 1998 by Bruce Osgood and Allane O'Neil, Osgood O'Neil aims to create a relaxed environment where you can receive one of the best hair treatments in Dallas. From color and cuts to wedding consults, the salon has three area locations.
This much-loved Uptown salon launched a line of irresistible products last year. The made-in-Texas line (Resurrecting Wash, anyone?) features natural ingredients.
Part fitness studio, part spa, Exhale Dallas is a destination for well-being. After a core fusion barre class, make sure to save some time to relax in the eucalyptus steam room.
At The Pretty Kitty, soft wax is used instead of hard wax, which is a more common. The two locations (Uptown and Mockingbird) offer a variety of waxing services, and also welcome male clients.
Renée Rouleau practices in Dallas, New York and Los Angeles, and is a skin care expert and celebrity esthetician who has more than 25 years of experience. Rouleau has formulated her own high-performance products based on nine skin types to ensure her clients are achieving desired results.
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