The best salons & beauty spots in Melrose

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

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If you’ve been debating new art, Khrome Tattoo Studio in Malden leans into black & grey realism, fine line, cover-ups, and bold color, with…

888 Eastern Ave (Malden)

If you’ve been debating new art, Khrome Tattoo Studio in Malden leans into black & grey realism, fine line, cover-ups, and bold color, with a talented team and a stylish vibe, plus personalized service and easy online booking when inspiration finally strikes.

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Airy salon featuring cuts, coloring, blowouts and balayage options, plus waxing.

197 8th St #700 (Boston)

Airy salon featuring cuts, coloring, blowouts and balayage options, plus waxing.

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Boutique hair salon specializing in cuts and colors for all hair types in a trendy setting.

4 Lexington St (Boston)

Boutique hair salon specializing in cuts and colors for all hair types in a trendy setting.

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Part neighborhood tattoo studio, part East Boston gear spot, Wave n' Pave Tattoo turns out custom work from Carissa Lee, in-house tees, and…

973 Saratoga St (Boston)

Part neighborhood tattoo studio, part East Boston gear spot, Wave n' Pave Tattoo turns out custom work from Carissa Lee, in-house tees, and legit surf and skate staples, plus crystals, candles and tarot for extra vibes. Since 2007, it’s been a fun one-stop for creative locals.

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Nail salon offering acrylics and powder dips, plus waxing services.

296 Bennington St (Boston)

Nail salon offering acrylics and powder dips, plus waxing services.

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Boutique salon offering hairstyling and facials, plus medical-grade skincare.

227 Bunker Hill St (Boston)

Boutique salon offering hairstyling and facials, plus medical-grade skincare.

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Old-school hair-cutting barbershop with friendly staff, some who have been cutting hair for years.

418 Salem St (Medford)

Old-school hair-cutting barbershop with friendly staff, some who have been cutting hair for years.

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JJ's Natural Hair Salon focuses on healthy hair first with plant-based, chemical-free care, plus braids, locks, and natural coloring…

180 Broadway (Malden)

JJ's Natural Hair Salon focuses on healthy hair first with plant-based, chemical-free care, plus braids, locks, and natural coloring tailored to your face shape and lifestyle. They’ll actually teach you what your curls need, and their JJ's Natural Growth Treatment is worth asking about this week.

From the Everett newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Whether you want a quick mani-pedi reset or a full glow-up, Tip Top Salon delivers trend-savvy nail design, soothing foot and hand…

223 Centre St (Malden)

Whether you want a quick mani-pedi reset or a full glow-up, Tip Top Salon delivers trend-savvy nail design, soothing foot and hand therapies, plus waxing, facials, lashes, and even massages. Book a little me-time this week, leave feeling polished and oddly victorious.

From the Malden newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Exclusive Salon & Spa is Malden's go-to for women’s haircuts, color creations, warm and cool blonde highlights, care and shine, and keratin…

1 Pleasant St 2nd floor (Malden)

Exclusive Salon & Spa is Malden's go-to for women’s haircuts, color creations, warm and cool blonde highlights, care and shine, and keratin treatments. Freshly crowned Best Hair Salon in Malden for 2025 and 2026, consider this your nudge to freshen things up this week.

From the Malden newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Skip the DIY and let Beauty Nail Design handle it with top line products and expert technique. From classic manicures and pedicures to nail…

8 Main St

Skip the DIY and let Beauty Nail Design handle it with top line products and expert technique. From classic manicures and pedicures to nail enhancements, children's nails and quick waxing, this nearby Melrose spot keeps hands and feet looking sharp so you can text, type and flex with confidence.

From the Malden newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Whether you're overdue for a cleanup or plotting a full style switch, Fades Away Barbershop handles sharp fades, line ups, kids cuts and…

36 W Wyoming Ave

Whether you're overdue for a cleanup or plotting a full style switch, Fades Away Barbershop handles sharp fades, line ups, kids cuts and beard trims. Locally owned, experienced with all hair types, and stocked with helpful products, it’s a no-drama refresh to lock in this week.

From the Medford newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Close to home and easy to love, One Beauty Studio in East Boston keeps your brow game tidy and lashes just how you like them, from low-key…

917 Bennington St (Boston)

Close to home and easy to love, One Beauty Studio in East Boston keeps your brow game tidy and lashes just how you like them, from low-key lift to full flutter. It’s a no-fuss, neighborhood spot that treats repeat clients like VIPs without the hard sell.

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Family-run salon offering an array of services including manicures and pedicures.

715 Boylston St Suite 220 2nd Floor (Boston)

Family-run salon offering an array of services including manicures and pedicures.

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Nail bar providing a range of services including manicures, pedicures, waxing, and facials.

338 Broadway (Malden)

Nail bar providing a range of services including manicures, pedicures, waxing, and facials.

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Salon specializing in the styling and coloring of Asian hair.

9 Knapp St (Boston)

Salon specializing in the styling and coloring of Asian hair.

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Full-service salon specializing in color treatments also offering cuts and styling.

979 Main Street, Greenwood St (Wakefield)

Full-service salon specializing in color treatments also offering cuts and styling.

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Atlas Barber Shop specializes in precision fades, beard trims, hot towel shaves, and classic cuts, with modern, welcoming shops in…

824 Huntington Ave (Boston)

Atlas Barber Shop specializes in precision fades, beard trims, hot towel shaves, and classic cuts, with modern, welcoming shops in Cambridge, Brookline, and Boston. When your sideburns start freelancing, their expert barbers keep you sharp without the fuss.

From the Leominster newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Upscale salon for classic manicures, gel pedicures and other nail services, along with waxing.

380 Commercial St (Boston)

Upscale salon for classic manicures, gel pedicures and other nail services, along with waxing.

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Need a sharper weekly look? Lady Lineup Lounge in Medford is all about buzzcuts, skin fades, mullets, and creative cuts, with precise beard…

469 Salem St (Medford)

Need a sharper weekly look? Lady Lineup Lounge in Medford is all about buzzcuts, skin fades, mullets, and creative cuts, with precise beard work, hot lather neck shaves, and subtle gray blending. Book it when your edges start whispering for help, leave feeling like you actually have your life together.

From the Malden newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Hair salon featuring blowouts and highlights, plus coloring and haircuts.

137 Charles St (Boston)

Hair salon featuring blowouts and highlights, plus coloring and haircuts.

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Emilio's Salon has been a Medford staple for decades, the kind of spot where regulars keep coming back because it’s consistent and…

414 Salem St (Medford)

Emilio's Salon has been a Medford staple for decades, the kind of spot where regulars keep coming back because it’s consistent and friendly. If you want a simple refresh without the downtown fuss, this long-running beauty salon delivers the kind of results that make everyday hair days easier.

From the Malden newsletter, September 1, 2026

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When your bangs are plotting against you this week, Adela's Hair Studio steps in with precise cuts, highlights, keratin smoothing,…

92B Pinckney St (Boston)

When your bangs are plotting against you this week, Adela's Hair Studio steps in with precise cuts, highlights, keratin smoothing, blowouts, relaxers and even perms for the whole crew. A talented team led by master colorist Francisco brings deep training from Vidal Sassoon, Wella and Joico, so your look lands right.

From the Fitchburg newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Beauty salon offering appointments and services such as makeup.

28 Charles St (Boston)

Beauty salon offering appointments and services such as makeup.

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Z Barbershop keeps Boston looking sharp with precision cuts that actually grow in well, buttery skin fades, crisp beard trims, and…

536 Columbus Ave (Boston)

Z Barbershop keeps Boston looking sharp with precision cuts that actually grow in well, buttery skin fades, crisp beard trims, and straight-razor cleanups in a laid-back, spotless setup. When you need a refresh before that big meeting or low-key weekend, these barbers nail classic and modern styles without the fuss.

From the Boston newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Salon providing haircuts and coloring services (including balayage), as well as waxing.

444 Main St

Salon providing haircuts and coloring services (including balayage), as well as waxing.

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Plush Beauty Lounge is the go-to for crisp eyebrow threading, smooth body waxing, and facials that leave your skin feeling like it took a…

469 Salem St 33, #35 (Medford)

Plush Beauty Lounge is the go-to for crisp eyebrow threading, smooth body waxing, and facials that leave your skin feeling like it took a deep breath. Book it this week if your mirror is hinting loudly at maintenance, or if you just want that clean, put-together glow.

From the Medford newsletter, August 20, 2026

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MG Hair Artistic Salon - Boston does crisp, personalized cuts, smart color and perms in a spotless, relaxing space, plus skin and nail care…

379 Cambridge St (Boston)

MG Hair Artistic Salon - Boston does crisp, personalized cuts, smart color and perms in a spotless, relaxing space, plus skin and nail care when you want the full reset. Book it for back-to-office polish or a 'new season, new me' vibe that actually sticks.

From the Boston newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Clean, family-owned nail salon providing pedicures and manicures, plus friendly service and gel treatments.

32 Boylston St (Boston)

Clean, family-owned nail salon providing pedicures and manicures, plus friendly service and gel treatments.

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If your mop’s looking mutinous, Barbershop Lounge delivers a modern men’s grooming experience with sharp fades, balanced scissor cuts,…

245 Newbury St (Boston)

If your mop’s looking mutinous, Barbershop Lounge delivers a modern men’s grooming experience with sharp fades, balanced scissor cuts, clean shaves, and tidy beard work from legit pros.

From the Cambridge newsletter, August 29, 2026

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When your hair is doing its own thing, 4U Barber Shop brings over 30 years of know-how to tame it, from sleek fades to unapologetic…

114 Blackstone street Haymarket &, 114 Blackstone St (Boston)

When your hair is doing its own thing, 4U Barber Shop brings over 30 years of know-how to tame it, from sleek fades to unapologetic mullets. Grab a classic hot-towel shave or the cleanest buzz cut you've ever had... and roll into the week looking like you meant it.

From the Brookline newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Eco-minded hair salon providing services from trendy cuts to rejuvenating hair treatments.

469 Salem St Ste 19 (Medford)

Eco-minded hair salon providing services from trendy cuts to rejuvenating hair treatments.

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Hair and beauty salon offering haircuts and color treatments, as well as make-up for weddings.

3 Center Plz Studio 7 (Boston)

Hair and beauty salon offering haircuts and color treatments, as well as make-up for weddings.

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Jireh Beauty Salon and Spa is a bilingual hair salon and spa mixing expertise with a wide range of specialized services to enhance your…

1227 River St (Boston)

Jireh Beauty Salon and Spa is a bilingual hair salon and spa mixing expertise with a wide range of specialized services to enhance your natural beauty. Treat yourself this week to a fresh cut or a calming spa moment, and let their dedicated team bring back your best self.

From the Brockton newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Straightforward barbershop offering haircuts for men as well as beard care, masks and other services.

190 High St (Boston)

Straightforward barbershop offering haircuts for men as well as beard care, masks and other services.

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Skip the roulette and book with an independent pro at Sola Salons in Medford, where a collection of private studios means you can find the…

469 Salem St Ste 71 (Medford)

Skip the roulette and book with an independent pro at Sola Salons in Medford, where a collection of private studios means you can find the stylist who actually gets your hair. Search services, pick your vibe, then lock in an appointment without the salon runaround.

From the Malden newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Salon Hairapy is a family-owned multicultural salon in Malden that welcomes every hair texture, from coils and curls to relaxed looks, with…

902 Salem St (Malden)

Salon Hairapy is a family-owned multicultural salon in Malden that welcomes every hair texture, from coils and curls to relaxed looks, with services that nurture mind, body, and soul.

From the Revere newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Haircuts, shaves and other traditional grooming services in a straightforward barber shop.

518 Tremont St (Boston)

Haircuts, shaves and other traditional grooming services in a straightforward barber shop.

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This established joint for haircuts has a cozy, vintage feel & discounted prices for students.

288 Columbus Ave (Boston)

This established joint for haircuts has a cozy, vintage feel & discounted prices for students.

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Spacious, modern salon offering a range of services from manicures to pedicures and waxing treatments.

377 W Broadway (Boston)

Spacious, modern salon offering a range of services from manicures to pedicures and waxing treatments.

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If your edges are thinning, your scalp is cranky, or past styles did you dirty, Luxury Palace Beauty Salon zeroes in on hair restoration…

226 Columbia Rd (Boston)

If your edges are thinning, your scalp is cranky, or past styles did you dirty, Luxury Palace Beauty Salon zeroes in on hair restoration and scalp care with honest, step-by-step plans and visible results. Book a scalp analysis this week, then let healthy hair make the comeback.

From the Weymouth newsletter, August 20, 2026

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D'Laly's Beauty Salon is the local go to for healthy hair and serious pampering, with personalized cuts and deep treatments, sleek…

366 Warren St (Boston)

D'Laly's Beauty Salon is the local go to for healthy hair and serious pampering, with personalized cuts and deep treatments, sleek blowouts, extensions, mani-pedis, brows and lashes, body waxing, even massages. Book it for a midweek reset and walk out shiny, relaxed, and fully main character.

From the Boston newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Basic manicures, pedicures, gel treatments and nail art at a clean salon featuring friendly staff.

16 Temple Pl (Boston)

Basic manicures, pedicures, gel treatments and nail art at a clean salon featuring friendly staff.

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From dimensional foils and glossy glazes to precise cuts, blowouts, and seamless extensions, Studio No. 4 delivers luxury hair care with…

129 Newbury St studio 406 (Boston)

From dimensional foils and glossy glazes to precise cuts, blowouts, and seamless extensions, Studio No. 4 delivers luxury hair care with real skill. Founded by four expert stylists and featured in TimeOut Boston, it’s the place to book when your hair needs to feel expensive again.

From the Newton newsletter, August 4, 2026

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If your morning routine still includes drawing on eyebrows like a stressed cartoon, BrowMuse specializes in ultra-natural cosmetic…

115 Newbury St Ste 304 (Boston)

If your morning routine still includes drawing on eyebrows like a stressed cartoon, BrowMuse specializes in ultra-natural cosmetic tattooing, from microblading to nano brows and combos, with custom pigments and fully disposable setups so you leave with believable, low-maintenance arches that actually match you.

From the Quincy newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Amaci Salon nails the Boston glow-up with precision cuts, dimensional color, balayage that grows out gracefully, and smoothing treatments…

230 Stuart St (Boston)

Amaci Salon nails the Boston glow-up with precision cuts, dimensional color, balayage that grows out gracefully, and smoothing treatments that tame August frizz. The stylists are trend-smart and genuinely collaborative, plus you can add threading or waxing so you leave feeling fully put together.

From the Malden newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Retailer specializing in clean beauty products for the hair, body, and face.

177 Newbury St (Boston)

Retailer specializing in clean beauty products for the hair, body, and face.

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Appointments are recommended at this salon, where customers appreciate the hairstylists.

10 Kneeland St (Boston)

Appointments are recommended at this salon, where customers appreciate the hairstylists.

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Glossier Boston is the move when your brow essentials, Cloud Paint, or Balm Dotcom are running on fumes. The store carries the full lineup…

120 Newbury St (Boston)

Glossier Boston is the move when your brow essentials, Cloud Paint, or Balm Dotcom are running on fumes. The store carries the full lineup plus quick buy online, pick up in store vibes, so you can browse Glossier You, pick shades, and head home looking suspiciously well rested.

From the Leominster newsletter, August 24, 2026

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If your grown-out roots are screaming for mercy this week, Apothecary Salon in the South End specializes in lived-in balayage, bright foil…

56 Wareham St Ste 201-202 (Boston)

If your grown-out roots are screaming for mercy this week, Apothecary Salon in the South End specializes in lived-in balayage, bright foil highlights, vivid color, and hand-tied extensions with precision cuts.

From the Quincy newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Chain retailer offering cosmetics and makeup services in the Prudential Center.

800 Boylston St Spc : 169 (Boston)

Chain retailer offering cosmetics and makeup services in the Prudential Center.

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Stylish, relaxed salon offering cuts, color and styling services from an experienced team. Blow-dry options are also available.

20 Newbury St #4 (Boston)

Stylish, relaxed salon offering cuts, color and styling services from an experienced team. Blow-dry options are also available.

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If you’ve got stubborn bits, post-weekend puff, or skin that could use a reset, Cryohub (Boston) does non-invasive body contouring,…

316 Newbury St 3rd floor (Boston)

If you’ve got stubborn bits, post-weekend puff, or skin that could use a reset, Cryohub (Boston) does non-invasive body contouring, lymphatic therapy, and toning that fits a real schedule, with virtual consults, targeted treatments like Endospheres, Neveskin Shape and Tone, and a CryoFacial, plus zero downtime to get…

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Zen-like shop stocked with makeup, fragrance, skin & hair products from cult luxury beauty brands.

160 Newbury St (Boston)

Zen-like shop stocked with makeup, fragrance, skin & hair products from cult luxury beauty brands.

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Hairstyling salon offering cuts, coloring, blowouts, and balayage, among other services.

170 Tremont St #2 (Boston)

Hairstyling salon offering cuts, coloring, blowouts, and balayage, among other services.

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Zhen Hair & Beauty nails the essentials, from quick maintenance cuts and fringe fixes to root touch-ups, soft perms, sleek blowouts, and…

2 Boylston St Ste 1 (Boston)

Zhen Hair & Beauty nails the essentials, from quick maintenance cuts and fringe fixes to root touch-ups, soft perms, sleek blowouts, and legit dimensional balayage. Slide in this week and casually accept the compliments all week.

From the Boston newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Hair salon providing cuts for both men and women plus styling and coloring.

116 Newbury St 2nd Floor (Boston)

Hair salon providing cuts for both men and women plus styling and coloring.

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Chain retailer with beauty products including makeup & skincare (plus some kiosks & Brow Bars).

450 Washington St Macy's (Boston)

Chain retailer with beauty products including makeup & skincare (plus some kiosks & Brow Bars).

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