The best salons & beauty spots in Iowa City

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

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Mint Salon + Barbering

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Whether you want a precise cut, beard shaping that sharpens the jawline, or color and highlights that actually suit your vibe, Mint Salon +…

1301 S Gilbert St #1

“Whether you want a precise cut, beard shaping that sharpens the jawline, or color and highlights that actually suit your vibe, Mint Salon + Barbering in Iowa City nails it with hot towel straight razor shaves, keratin smoothing, extensions, and styling that makes weekday mornings way easier.”

From the Iowa City newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Thompson & Co Salon - Iowa City

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Thompson & Co Salon keeps Iowa City looking sharp with trend-savvy cuts, dimensional color, braids and hand-tied extensions... plus a team…

513 E Washington St

“Thompson & Co Salon keeps Iowa City looking sharp with trend-savvy cuts, dimensional color, braids and hand-tied extensions... plus a team big on continuing education.”

From the Iowa City newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Avenson Salon, Spa & Boutique

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Salon offering haircuts, color, extensions, waxing, and facials, plus complimentary drinks.

159 Hwy 1 W

“Salon offering haircuts, color, extensions, waxing, and facials, plus complimentary drinks.”

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Permanent Makeup and Lash Extensions IC

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Relaxed beauty salon offering an array of cosmetic services such as lash extensions, microblading, and waxing.

Suite 101 A at the Kennedy Plaza, 702 S Gilbert St

“Relaxed beauty salon offering an array of cosmetic services such as lash extensions, microblading, and waxing.”

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Brazilian wax and Lash Extensions Iowa City

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Eyelash extension specialist also offering waxing plus laser hair removal.

702 S Gilbert St #101a

“Eyelash extension specialist also offering waxing plus laser hair removal.”

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EGR Beauty Bar

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Beauty salon offering services such as lash extensions, tints, and lifts.

1801 2nd St #260 (Coralville)

“Beauty salon offering services such as lash extensions, tints, and lifts.”

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Adriana's Salon Boutique

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Small salon/accessory boutique offering hair & nails alongside shoes & fashion jewelry.

1937 Keokuk St Ste C

“Small salon/accessory boutique offering hair & nails alongside shoes & fashion jewelry.”

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Groovy Katz Salon & Spa

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Kid-friendly salon offering haircuts for the family plus coloring and styling services.

1565 S 1st Ave

“Kid-friendly salon offering haircuts for the family plus coloring and styling services.”

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Hot Spot Tattoo & Piercings

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Long-running tattoo and piercing shop also offering permanent makeup services.

119 1/2 E Washington St

“Long-running tattoo and piercing shop also offering permanent makeup services.”

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Sally Beauty

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Cosmetics chain offering brand-name beauty products & supplies, including salon equipment.

2500 Corridor Way Ste 3 (Coralville)

“Cosmetics chain offering brand-name beauty products & supplies, including salon equipment.”

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HABA Salon

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Bright, inviting salon featuring cuts, color services and the Davines product line.

212 E Market St

“Bright, inviting salon featuring cuts, color services and the Davines product line.”

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Sally Beauty

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Cosmetics chain offering brand-name beauty products & supplies, including salon equipment.

3620 Edgewood Rd SW #700 (Cedar Rapids)

“Cosmetics chain offering brand-name beauty products & supplies, including salon equipment.”

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b.beautiful

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Clinic offering permanent makeup services, including microblading and tattooing.

1100 5th St Ste 112 (Coralville)

“Clinic offering permanent makeup services, including microblading and tattooing.”

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