The best salons & beauty spots in Burlington

“Thinking about a summer chop, a richer color, or finally committing to microlocs? Tamara's Hair Boutique specializes in cuts, color, locs, Microlocs, silk press, and extensions, so you can book it, sit back, and walk out with hair that cooperates with your real life this week.”

From the Durham newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Chain store, offering wigs, extensions and hair-care items.”

“Make this the week you finally book JADE Salon at Midtown, a full-service hair salon and spa known for customized color, blonding, extensions, and precision cuts, plus advanced skincare like facials and dermaplaning. Friendly pros, polished-with-an-edge vibe, and results that make your mirror pep talks shorter.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 19, 2026

“If your morning brow routine is a full-on wrestling match, this week let Arch & Edge handle it. Raleigh natives Ally and Lisa built a calming, dreamy studio where microblading, combo brows, lip blush, lashes, and more are done by seriously skilled hands, so you wake up looking like you slept.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Lashes by Laura is a relaxing private studio near downtown where licensed esthetician Laura Viktoria specializes in eyelash extensions, lifts and tints, 2x certified in classic and volume with training from Fuzion Artistry, Borboleta Beauty and SugarlashPro. Wake up this week looking put together before your coffee.”

From the Durham newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Feeling shaggy or just wedding-season frazzled? Poppy Salon brings a safe, welcoming vibe and education-obsessed stylists who deliver consistent, on-trend hair that actually suits your life, plus a dedicated Bridal Team for those big days. Book from the couch and let your week start with good hair.”

From the Apex newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Salon Midtown nails the glow-up, from dimensional color and extensions to facials tailored to your skin and makeup that actually matches your vibe. The team listens, offers real guidance, and sends you out feeling brand new. Put yourself on the calendar this week, Greensboro.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Need a refresh that actually keeps your hair healthy, not just styled for the day? Lady Shae's Hair Salon is a Greensboro area, full-service spot led by a 17-year pro, big on a welcoming vibe and real hair-care education, so your style holds up between visits.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Alter EGO Salon is a collective of highly trained stylists specializing in transformative color, precision cuts, and texture-loving services from curly care to keratin smoothing and extensions.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Skip the morning brow battle and let Flawless PMU by Melodie handle it. Melodie specializes in natural enhancement, from microblading and soft powder brows to subtle eyeliner and lip blush, plus thoughtful areola repigmentation and scar camouflage for results that look like you, just more polished.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Studio offering customized permanent make-up tattooing, microblading and lash extensions.”

“Rock Paper Scissors Salon is a woman-owned, Green Circle Certified Davines salon that nails curly cuts, precision bobs, soft layers and shaggy chops, plus lived-in balayage or full-on rainbow color. If your hair’s feeling meh, their ‘hair for the individual’ vibe and Durham’s top stylists will fix that fast.”

From the Chapel Hill newsletter, August 18, 2026

“If you want a salon that actually listens before it snips or mixes color, Lavish Beauty Lounge brings a modern, comfy vibe to Patterson Place and focuses on you. Expect thoughtful consultations, polished cuts and color, and the kind of leave-feeling-great hair day that sticks.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Let The Curl Company of GSO take your curls seriously this week. Their certified stylists focus on every curl type, with cut, color and styling sessions designed for definition and health, plus curl-friendly, silicone-free products you can take home so your wash day stops being a coin flip.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 29, 2026

“From microblading and cosmetic tattooing for brows, lips, and lashlines to freckles, lash extensions, scalp micropigmentation, and even tattoo lightening, Ivey Artistry Studios keeps your routine blissfully short. Book a little touch-up this week and let their high-end, comfy vibes do the heavy lifting.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Whether you're plotting a bright blonding moment, a glossy brunette refresh, or a low-maintenance balayage, Haven Salon has you. Their team of eight also nails extensions and precision cuts, so you can step out looking like you meant to plan ahead all along.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 27, 2026

“From crisp permanent eyeliner and soft lip blushing to Rejuvapen microneedling and gentle sugaring, Fabulously Flawless Permanent Cosmetics and Aesthetics focuses on natural, no-fuss results that last.”

From the Holly Springs newsletter, September 13, 2026

“Wavelengths Salon has been a Durham staple for over 30 years, known for Aveda color that ranges from subtle blonde to hot red, Ouidad curly cuts shaped just for you, frizz-taming Brazilian Blowouts and keratin, plus tape-in and bonded extensions when you want instant oomph.”

From the Durham newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Perfect Eyebrows nails precise threading that actually listens to your face, plus waxing, customized facials, eyelash extensions, lash lifts, brow lamination, and tinting for low-effort wow. It’s a laid-back, clean spot locals hit for quick shape-ups or a full refresh before the week runs away with you.”

From the Wilson newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Whether you’re due for a tidy-up or eyeing a whole vibe shift, Posh The Salon makes it easy with online booking, clear policies, and a friendly, professional crew that listens so you leave with a great cut or style and that polished, not puzzled, feeling.”

From the Wilson newsletter, September 3, 2026

“From precision cuts and balayage to lash extensions, gel nails, spray tans and full-body waxing, H2O Hair Salon and Spa keeps self care luxe.”

From the Wilson newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Dahl House Co. is a Durham cosmetic tattoo studio that specializes in natural-looking brows, lip blush, and subtle lash line work, all tailored to your features and routine, with touch-ups when you need them.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 18, 2026

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

“Salon Deux, Alter EGO Salon’s sister spot, brings the boutique, high-end vibes with customized color, precision cuts, extensions, and curl-focused services for all hair types. If your hair needs a glow-up before the weekend, their artists dial in what you want and make it look intentional.”

From the Goldsboro newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Midtown’s The Chop Shop Hair Co turns out sharp cuts, dimensional color, blonding, and seamless extensions without the salon attitude. Settle into the luxe shampoo chairs, sip a complimentary beer, wine, or soda, and leave with hair that gets you stopped in Target by fellow Greensboro folks.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 31, 2026

“Spruce Hair keeps it easy and personal, with custom cuts, balayage, highlights, vivid color and keratin that look grown-in nice not try-hard. The chandelier-lit studio balances modern glam with chill vibes, and the stylists actually listen so you leave feeling fresh, polished, and very you.”

From the Sanford newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Clean, modern emporium for human hair wigs, extensions, weave, beauty supplies and cosmetics.”

“Shape'D Lash and Brow Co keeps things soft, natural, and low maintenance, with lash lifts and extensions, brow lamination, microblading or ombre brows, and even lip blushing and facials. Ideal if you want to wake up in Burlington looking polished without 20 minutes of mirror math.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 31, 2026

“Chain with a diverse selection of cosmetics & other beauty products, plus on-site salon services.”

“With 20 years of permanent makeup and paramedical tattoo experience and a Top Office nod in 2017 and 2026, Permanent Makeup By Shasha is where Raleigh locals go for believable brows, crisp eyeliner, soft lip blush, SMP, and even areola restoration... basically natural-looking results that survive Carolina humidity.”

From the Fayetteville newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Crop Salon delivers custom cut and color matched to your face shape and skin tone, thoughtful curl treatments with a curl specialist, plus texture services and extensions.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Got a scar, stretch marks, or overplucked-brow regrets you’re ready to fix this week? FX Paramedical specializes in natural-looking paramedical tattooing and nano brow artistry that blends in and holds up, with detail-driven work that looks like you, just more confident.”

From the Goldsboro newsletter, August 29, 2026

“If your hair needs love and you want it done in a space that actually feels welcoming, The Hightide Salon and Suites delivers with independent stylists, eco-minded practices, and a creative vibe that makes trying a new look feel easy. Treat yourself this week, you deserve it.”

From the Garner newsletter, August 28, 2026

“Samira's Permanent Makeup & Training Center is the Greensboro go-to for microblading, nano and ombre brows, plus permanent eyeliner, lip blush, lash lifts and thoughtful color corrections that look like you, just more polished every day.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Katy Heying Aesthetics does the long-lasting stuff that makes mornings easier, with nano brows, microblading, powder or combo brows, plus lip blush for soft color and a lash lift and tint that keeps the curl for weeks. Clean, clinical, luxurious facials too, so you roll into the week looking rested.”

From the Durham newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Chain with a diverse selection of cosmetics & other beauty products, plus on-site salon services.”

“ARCHED by Amaris is a day spa and learning center in Greensboro helping locals level up their look with bridal beauty, classes, and a mentorship program to grow your skills. Expect your transformation... then show it off at work, date night, or your next big event.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Whether you're plotting fresh braids, a weekend wig switch-up, or just need edge control that actually behaves, Blush Beauty has the good stuff. Check it out this week for wigs, bundles, braiding hair, cosmetics and styling tools from go-to brands like Mielle, Outre, EBIN and Shine-N-Jam.”

From the High Point newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Mega Spa & Brows nails the essentials with precise threading, gentle waxing, soothing facials, and lash upgrades from pros with 15+ years of experience. If your eyebrows are plotting mutiny, these folks bring them back in line with skill and a relaxing vibe, and the clear pricing helps too.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 12, 2026

“When your curls, coils, or sleek blowout need real TLC, Salon K keeps Burlington looking sharp with healthy hair care for all textures. Cuts, color, relaxers, natural styles, extensions, braids, loc services, plus esthetician options that make a quick trim feel like a full reset.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 6, 2026

“If you want natural-looking lift or a little drama that still plays nice at the office, Raise N’ Wink Brow & Lash Studio delivers customized lash and brow work that flatters your face. Friendly, detail-obsessed, and locally loved around Wilson... the kind of place you end up recommending to your group chat.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 13, 2026

“If your morning brow routine is a game of connect-the-dots, Moon Brow & Beauty - Microblading Eyebrows Nano Hairstroke Durham NC specializes in nano hairstrokes, ombre shading, and combo brows that look soft and natural.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Beauty supply store featuring a wide array of hair products, wigs, cosmetics, and more, plus an on-site salon.”

“Longtime, family-run source for American-made cosmetics, clothing, and gifts, plus ear piercing.”

“Top Knot Salon Greensboro splits its space into an easy two-level setup, so you can get your hair just right then slide into spa vibes for a little extra self care. Scroll their gallery for ideas and keep it local with a team that knows Greensboro style.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 14, 2026

“If you want an inclusive, no-ego spot where skilled stylists actually listen, Local Honey Salon delivers refined grooming and premium hairdressing for anyone reinventing a look or keeping a signature cut, plus prescriptive picks of top-tier products to keep your vibe working long after you leave.”

From the Greensboro newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Skin feeling tired from Danville humidity and life in general?”

From the Danville newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Altered Aesthetics Cosmetic Tattoo & Beauty Studio specializes in natural-looking microblading, lip blush, and lash tinting, plus extensions and waxing, so your morning routine basically does itself. Trusted since 2017, their licensed artists focus on results you can live in every day.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, September 14, 2026

“If your Raleigh morning routine keeps stealing coffee time, Shade Permanent Cosmetic Studio does powder brows, lash line enhancements, and semi-permanent lip liner that actually looks like you, just more polished.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, September 1, 2026

“If you’re overdue for lived-in color, grey coverage that actually blends, or extensions that don’t yell “extensions,” Menagerie Style House brings laid-back luxury with Oribe and Aveda, plus the kind of extras that spoil you... hot towels, aromatherapy, and a heavenly hand massage with your service.”

From the Goldsboro newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Laid-back, no-frills supplier carrying wigs, hair pieces and cosmetics and a variety of hair care products.”

“Feeling frizz, knots, or just low-key chaos? Bliss Salon & Body Retreat handles the whole self-care stack with cut-and-color upgrades, keratin and Brazilian blowout magic, skin-smoothing facials and peels, plus the Nail Nook’s hot stone pedicure bliss. Book it, breeze out looking annoyingly put together.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 28, 2026

“From microblading and semi-permanent makeup to non-surgical skin lifts and same-day mole removal, Lily Handt Health + Beauty brings precision and care to Winston-Salem.”

From the Winston-Salem newsletter, August 10, 2026

“Whether you want a clean trim, a full refresh, or color that looks sun-kissed not stripey, Gloss Salon has you covered with precise cuts, polished styling, and modern techniques like balayage and ombre. Treat yourself this week and step out with hair that behaves without begging for a filter.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Vibe Studio does clean, custom tattoos and permanent makeup that actually saves you time. If you’ve been meaning to look a little more wake-up-ready or add subtle ink that feels like you, this is your nudge to book and let the pros make effortless your default.”

From the Danville newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Hair Refinery is a quaint, eclectic boutique salon where skilled hair artisans tailor cuts, color, and styling to you, backed by ongoing education and premium lines like Oribe, R+Co, Olaplex, and WOW. Treat yourself this week to body waxing or snag curated clothing and accessories to finish the look.”

From the Burlington newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Painted+ Beauty Studio is the spot Burlington locals whisper about when they want color that pops, balayage, or extensions that actually blend. A team of independent stylists handle cuts, blowouts, makeup, nails, and even lashes and waxing, with honest consults and results that feel like you.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 2, 2026

“If your brows vanished in the 90s or your eyeliner won't cooperate, Inked & Nailed PMU and Restorative Esthetics does powder brows, lip blush, lash line enhancement, plus thoughtful restorative work like areola tattoos and scar camouflage. Low-maintenance mornings ahead.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Whether you’re plotting a subtle refresh or a full-on mane glow-up, Village Salon & Dry Bar nails it with in-depth consultations, custom color, precision cuts, extensions and frizz-fighting blowouts. Friendly pros, luxe vibes, and hair that behaves through Raleigh humidity... treat yourself this week.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Opened in 2016, LaurenSummer Salon brings that elegant-but-affordable vibe Alamance County has been vying for, with skilled stylists, esthetics, and a genuinely big selection of hair care for men and women. Book ahead or try your luck for a walk-in... either way, your hair will thank you.”

From the Burlington newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Whether you’re plotting a sharp blunt bob, craving a fresh color that actually matches your vibe, or just need a blowout that behaves, Reverie Hair Co. pairs you with the right stylist through a quick matchmaker quiz, then brings the personality to life with cuts, color, and good conversation.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 25, 2026

“If your hair is flirting with washed-out vibes, Mane Salon is the downtown spot for lived-in color that grows out gracefully, from sun-kissed blondes to rich, multi-dimensional brunettes, plus bold fashion colors, hand-tied extensions, and precision cuts using pro-fave lines like Davines, Redken, COLOR WOW, and K18.”

From the Raleigh newsletter, August 17, 2026

“Culture Hair Studio is the spot for tailored cuts, dimensional color, and glossy blowouts, crafted by stylists who are equal parts friendly and obsessed with the details. Think Oribe and Davines products, eco-minded practices, and a bright, creative studio that makes you want to try something fun.”

From the Durham newsletter, August 10, 2026

“JB Esthetics is a Durham-based lash tech and educator offering meticulous extensions, results-driven facials, and waxing. If your week needs a low-fuss glow up, this is your move... bonus points if you want to learn, there are lash classes to level up your own game.”

From the Chapel Hill newsletter, August 21, 2026