The best salons & beauty spots in Cedar Falls

23 salons & beauty spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Shop quirky piercings, vinyl, and retro finds at Mohair Pear, a local mainstay mixing quality body jewelry, used records, and vintage…

2209 College St

“Shop quirky piercings, vinyl, and retro finds at Mohair Pear, a local mainstay mixing quality body jewelry, used records, and vintage threads since 1995. Plus The Pear Fair lands September 26, 2026, and their gift guides and gift cards make last-minute gifting weirdly easy.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, October 4, 2026

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BeauSet

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BeauSet is a team-based, luxury salon offering lashes, nails, hair, brow, waxing and makeup right here in Cedar Falls, with specialty full…

2022 College St

“BeauSet is a team-based, luxury salon offering lashes, nails, hair, brow, waxing and makeup right here in Cedar Falls, with specialty full sets plus traditional and specialty mini fills when you need a lash refresh. It’s the spot locals hit to stay ready, minus the drama.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 19, 2026

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The Shop

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If you like your cut with a little garage grit, The Shop turns haircuts, line ups, and beard trims into a laid-back ritual, clippers in…

200 W 1st St Apt 105

“If you like your cut with a little garage grit, The Shop turns haircuts, line ups, and beard trims into a laid-back ritual, clippers in toolboxes and air hoses on the walls. Motorcycles in the mix... a clean, local reset without the fuss.”

From the Waterloo newsletter, October 3, 2026

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When you need a reliable reset close to home, Polished Nails & Spa covers the basics and then some with quality nail care, relaxing…

1704 W 1st St

“When you need a reliable reset close to home, Polished Nails & Spa covers the basics and then some with quality nail care, relaxing massages, refreshing facials, waxing, and even lash services. It’s the kind of place you pop into once and suddenly become a regular.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Whether you need a color refresh, a stress-melting massage, or a skin-calming facial, Jiva Salonspa is an award-winning Aveda spot with…

223 Main St

“Whether you need a color refresh, a stress-melting massage, or a skin-calming facial, Jiva Salonspa is an award-winning Aveda spot with thoughtful care and a team obsessed with balance and style. Step in, sit, relax, then walk out feeling like your best Cedar Falls self.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Tangos A Salon is the kind of Cedar Falls beauty salon that keeps it simple and solid, with clean cuts and easy styling made for everyday…

111 E 18th St

“Tangos A Salon is the kind of Cedar Falls beauty salon that keeps it simple and solid, with clean cuts and easy styling made for everyday wear. When you just want to look put-together without making a whole production of it, this is your spot.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 24, 2026

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John Charles Salon is the full-service Cedar Falls spot locals trust for precision cuts, styling, customized balayage, and personalized…

702 Main St

“John Charles Salon is the full-service Cedar Falls spot locals trust for precision cuts, styling, customized balayage, and personalized color, all from a welcoming team of artists. Settle in, enjoy the contemporary vibe, and let them exceed expectations so you walk out with an extraordinary look.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Honey and Vinegar Tattoos keeps it clean and calm, with artists who actually listen and sweat the small stuff. Right in Historic Downtown…

200 State St #103

“Honey and Vinegar Tattoos keeps it clean and calm, with artists who actually listen and sweat the small stuff. Right in Historic Downtown Cedar Falls, it’s an easy pick when you want thoughtful, detail-driven work, then wander the River Place Plaza scene after.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 12, 2026

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When you want a quick Blow Out with Curls before date night or a no-fuss Blow-Out with Straightening, Voya the Salon nails the clean,…

100 E 2nd St suite 107

“When you want a quick Blow Out with Curls before date night or a no-fuss Blow-Out with Straightening, Voya the Salon nails the clean, polished look, and you can peek their portfolio and packages to plan your next Color and Haircut.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, October 2, 2026

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Blix Studio is the upscale spot locals hit for color that actually flatters, sharp cuts that grow out gracefully, seamless extensions, and…

200 State St #104

“Blix Studio is the upscale spot locals hit for color that actually flatters, sharp cuts that grow out gracefully, seamless extensions, and real-deal relaxing massages. When you want to feel put together for the week, they deliver polished results without the fuss.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, October 1, 2026

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The Parlor delivers classic cuts, sharp fades, beard cleanups, and a straight-razor neck shave with a hot towel in a relaxed one-on-one…

2021 Main St

“The Parlor delivers classic cuts, sharp fades, beard cleanups, and a straight-razor neck shave with a hot towel in a relaxed one-on-one vibe.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 25, 2026

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Whether your ponytail has been phoning it in or you just want thicker, longer, actually-comfy extensions, Moxie Roots + Co. delivers luxury…

412 Main St

“Whether your ponytail has been phoning it in or you just want thicker, longer, actually-comfy extensions, Moxie Roots + Co.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Sets By Sara LLC specializes in Gel-X full sets in short, medium, or long that last 3 to 4 weeks, plus Luminary and builder gel overlays.…

7504 University Ave

“Sets By Sara LLC specializes in Gel-X full sets in short, medium, or long that last 3 to 4 weeks, plus Luminary and builder gel overlays. Perfect when you want durable, glossy nails for Waterloo life, from meetings to grocery runs to that surprise Friday plan.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, August 31, 2026

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College Hill Barber Shop keeps it classic with clean cuts, precise tapers, and friendly barbers who remember what you asked for last time.…

2216 College St

“College Hill Barber Shop keeps it classic with clean cuts, precise tapers, and friendly barbers who remember what you asked for last time. If you want a straightforward, good-looking haircut without the salon fuss, this longtime Hill standby is the kind of place you just settle into.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Tiffany Kelchen Hair is where Cedar Falls folks go when they want color done right, from soft custom blends to full-on rainbow experiments.…

100 E 2nd St suite 203

“Tiffany Kelchen Hair is where Cedar Falls folks go when they want color done right, from soft custom blends to full-on rainbow experiments. First-timers get a consult, and many color appointments include a cut, toner, and styling so you leave with the whole look, not just the dye job.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 14, 2026

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If your split ends could use a little Costa Rican optimism, Pura Vida Salon & Spa brings the Pure Life energy to real-deal salon and spa…

1808 - 1812 Waterloo Rd

“If your split ends could use a little Costa Rican optimism, Pura Vida Salon & Spa brings the Pure Life energy to real-deal salon and spa care, from hair services to massages, facials, waxing/sugaring, spray tans, brows and lashes, permanent makeup and jewelry, plus med spa perks like dermaplaning and microneedling.”

From the Waterloo newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Polkadot Salon keeps Cedar Falls hair happy with an experienced team, a healthy-hair focus, and premium salon-quality products. From…

6015 University Ave

“Polkadot Salon keeps Cedar Falls hair happy with an experienced team, a healthy-hair focus, and premium salon-quality products. From precision cuts and bold color to extensions, it's the kind of spot locals bookmark when they want a refresh that looks good and feels even better.”

From the Waterloo newsletter, September 29, 2026

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Let the next generation of stylists practice their magic on you at College Of Hair Design in Cedar Falls, where services are performed by…

College Square Mall

“Let the next generation of stylists practice their magic on you at College Of Hair Design in Cedar Falls, where services are performed by students on a supervised clinic floor at reduced rates. You get quality hair, skin, and nail care while helping students train with both classic and modern techniques.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Alist Nail & Spa is the low-drama nail fix when you want tidy, polished hands without overthinking it. Online booking is unavailable right…

6015 University Ave

“Alist Nail & Spa is the low-drama nail fix when you want tidy, polished hands without overthinking it. Online booking is unavailable right now, so call to snag a spot and get back to your week with nails that look like you meant to plan ahead.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 20, 2026

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MadHaus Hair Studio is the kind of spot locals keep on speed dial when they want lived-in blondes, vivid color that pops, or a clean cut…

602 State St Unit C

“MadHaus Hair Studio is the kind of spot locals keep on speed dial when they want lived-in blondes, vivid color that pops, or a clean cut that actually grows out well. Bonus points for brow work, extensions, a Brazilian blowout, and even permanent jewelry, because why shouldn’t your bracelet match your blowout.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Beauty salon focused on transforming brows through threading, tinting or microshading.

506 W 1st St #1

“Beauty salon focused on transforming brows through threading, tinting or microshading.”

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@ The Salon](https://www.thesaloncf.com/) blends classic elegance with modern flair for everything from a quick clean-up to a big…

5901 University Ave

“com/) blends classic elegance with modern flair for everything from a quick clean-up to a big transformation, with precision cuts, blonding, color, texture, event styling, plus brows and lashes. Since 2024, the vibe is stylish, relaxed, and very Cedar Falls... in the best way.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Omega Red Piercing & Tattoo has been shaping Cedar Falls’ skin stories since 2000 with black and grey, color, American traditional,…

110 Main St

“Omega Red Piercing & Tattoo has been shaping Cedar Falls’ skin stories since 2000 with black and grey, color, American traditional, non-traditional, and portrait tattoos.”

From the Cedar Falls newsletter, October 3, 2026

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