The best salons & beauty spots in Perry

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

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When you want tidy pedicures, clean manicures, and shiny shellac that survives your keyboard warrior days, Kathy Nails (J&J Nails) keeps it…

7020 Douglas Ave Ste.E (Urbandale)

“When you want tidy pedicures, clean manicures, and shiny shellac that survives your keyboard warrior days, Kathy Nails (J&J Nails) keeps it simple and solid. Easy spot for a quick self-care reset that actually lasts, right here for Urbandale hands and feet.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Hair salon specializing in a variety of African braiding styles, as well as crochet hairstyles and sew-ins.

8102 Douglas Ave (Urbandale)

“Hair salon specializing in a variety of African braiding styles, as well as crochet hairstyles and sew-ins.”

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Salon 86

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Whether you need a trend-setting cut, color that actually suits your weekday lighting, or a little spa-level pampering, Salon 86 delivers…

8066 Douglas Ave (Urbandale)

“Whether you need a trend-setting cut, color that actually suits your weekday lighting, or a little spa-level pampering, Salon 86 delivers modern elegance with zero attitude. Their stylists focus on personalized looks, with appointments recommended, so you leave feeling refreshed, radiant, and very much like yourself.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, October 2, 2026

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On Point Salon is Kathy Schooley’s relaxing space for precision haircuts, thoughtful color, and bridal styles, all tailored to your…

7611 Douglas Ave Ste 23 (Urbandale)

“On Point Salon is Kathy Schooley’s relaxing space for precision haircuts, thoughtful color, and bridal styles, all tailored to your profession, lifestyle, and how much time you want to spend styling.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Independent hair stylists offering cuts, color, and blowouts, with some specializing in curly hair.

2211 NW 111th St (Clive)

“Independent hair stylists offering cuts, color, and blowouts, with some specializing in curly hair.”

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Art of Life Salon & Spa is where Urbandale folks go for color that grows out gracefully, soothing Head Spa rituals, Hydrafacials, and yes,…

3270 100th St (Urbandale)

“Art of Life Salon & Spa is where Urbandale folks go for color that grows out gracefully, soothing Head Spa rituals, Hydrafacials, and yes, real-deal massages, all with Aveda care. They’re big on education, so whether it’s extensions or a fringe refresh, you’ll leave looking polished and feeling unreasonably calm.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Sage & Strands brings luxury-level cuts, custom color, and seamless extensions in a relaxed, collaborative salon vibe that actually…

2773 100th St (Urbandale)

“Sage & Strands brings luxury-level cuts, custom color, and seamless extensions in a relaxed, collaborative salon vibe that actually listens.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Clean salon offering manicures and pedicures, as well as massages.

8460 Birchwood Ct #400 (Johnston)

“Clean salon offering manicures and pedicures, as well as massages.”

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From effortless, low-maintenance color to vivid transformations, Natalie's Hair Atelier pairs detail-minded cuts with grey-blending…

10079 Hickman Rd (Urbandale)

“From effortless, low-maintenance color to vivid transformations, Natalie's Hair Atelier pairs detail-minded cuts with grey-blending highlights, creative vivids, and those blissful shampoos and scalp massages.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, August 31, 2026

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If your hair’s drifting into "hat season," Haircuts for Men by Bailey keeps it crisp with precise cuts that grow out clean and a no-fuss…

10079 Hickman Rd (Urbandale)

“If your hair’s drifting into "hat season," Haircuts for Men by Bailey keeps it crisp with precise cuts that grow out clean and a no-fuss finish that fits busy Urbandale days. Personal attention and easy online booking mean you get in, look sharp, and get back to real life.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 30, 2026

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Whether your morning needs less mascara chaos or more 'I woke up like this' vibes, Lash Love Beauty Bar delivers meticulous lash extensions…

3310 100th St (Urbandale)

“Whether your morning needs less mascara chaos or more 'I woke up like this' vibes, Lash Love Beauty Bar delivers meticulous lash extensions and lifts, custom brow shaping and tints, plus pro skincare like HydraFacials, dermaplaning, Face Reality acne treatments and microneedling, all by licensed artists with top-tier…”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Locals swear by the super-relaxing pedis at Dreamy Nails and Lash Salon, where everything feels spotless and the polish wall goes on…

3848 100th St (Urbandale)

“Locals swear by the super-relaxing pedis at Dreamy Nails and Lash Salon, where everything feels spotless and the polish wall goes on forever. Experienced techs, careful sanitation, and tons of colors make it an easy go-to when your toes need a reset... or a tiny bit of sparkle.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Ankeny hands, meet your new go-to just up the road in Johnston. Fashion Nails Spa & Lashes brings meticulous manicures, relaxing pedicures,…

5800 Merle Hay Rd (Johnston)

“Ankeny hands, meet your new go-to just up the road in Johnston. Fashion Nails Spa & Lashes brings meticulous manicures, relaxing pedicures, and fluttery lash extensions with a friendly, family vibe and cleanliness that actually inspires confidence, so you can walk out feeling polished without the drama.”

From the Ankeny newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Between signature spa pedis, meticulous manis, and seriously pretty nail art, Glamour Nails & Spa nails the whole relax, renew, revitalize…

11881 Hickman Rd #500 (Urbandale)

“Between signature spa pedis, meticulous manis, and seriously pretty nail art, Glamour Nails & Spa nails the whole relax, renew, revitalize vibe. Noiseless, pipeless chairs and squeaky clean standards keep it zen, plus lash, brow, and waxing options if you're feeling extra polished.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Top Nails and Spa keeps Urbandale toes and fingers looking sharp with spa pedicures, natural nail manicures, and confidence-boosting…

11109 Plum Dr (Urbandale)

“Top Nails and Spa keeps Urbandale toes and fingers looking sharp with spa pedicures, natural nail manicures, and confidence-boosting enhancements, plus waxing if you’re taming the brows. Clean, careful, and refreshingly chill... perfect for when your week needs a reset and your cuticles need diplomacy.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, August 30, 2026

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If your cuticles are calling for help, Classy Nail Spa Urbandale delivers spa-level pedicures, meticulous manicures, dipping powder and…

4820 100th St Ste 401 (Urbandale)

“If your cuticles are calling for help, Classy Nail Spa Urbandale delivers spa-level pedicures, meticulous manicures, dipping powder and nail enhancements in a modern space focused on health and detail.”

From the Urbandale newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Clinic offering permanent makeup services, including eyeliner, eyebrows, and lips.

2635 Berkshire Pkwy #100 (Clive)

“Clinic offering permanent makeup services, including eyeliner, eyebrows, and lips.”

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Clean shop, also offering lip blush and tattoo-style eyeliner, plus microblading and shaping treatments.

Modish Salon & Suites, 7300 Westown Pkwy Ste 260 (West Des Moines)

“Clean shop, also offering lip blush and tattoo-style eyeliner, plus microblading and shaping treatments.”

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Brows & Body is the Central Iowa studio locals trust for low-maintenance glow-ups, from microblading, nano or ombre brows to lip blushing…

5731 Greendale Rd Suite 100, #109 (Johnston)

“Brows & Body is the Central Iowa studio locals trust for low-maintenance glow-ups, from microblading, nano or ombre brows to lip blushing and eyeliner that survives coffee and cardio. They also offer paramedical tattooing like scar and stretch mark revision and 3D areola tattoos, plus legit hands-on training.”

From the Ankeny newsletter, August 27, 2026

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