The best salons & beauty spots in Wilmington

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

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Sanctuary Day Spa is a nail salon near Leland with straightforward online booking that takes the headache out of scheduling. When your…

324-B Village Rd NE (Leland)

Sanctuary Day Spa is a nail salon near Leland with straightforward online booking that takes the headache out of scheduling. When your nails say "I'll fix it later," this is an easy local go-to for tidy, polished results and a quick refresh between errands.

From the Leland newsletter, September 3, 2026

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JAM Beauty Bar is a small, stylish salon where skilled, friendly stylists actually listen, then deliver thoughtful cuts, dimensional color,…

2789 Compass Pointe South Wynd NE (Leland)

JAM Beauty Bar is a small, stylish salon where skilled, friendly stylists actually listen, then deliver thoughtful cuts, dimensional color, and easy-to-wear highlights.

From the Leland newsletter, September 8, 2026

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The Beauty District nails the details with full-set lash extensions, two and three week fills, and natural lash lifts and tints. Add brow…

214 Red Cross St · ✓ checked Jul 28

The Beauty District nails the details with full-set lash extensions, two and three week fills, and natural lash lifts and tints. Add brow lamination or a quick face wax, then get back to Wilmington life with eyes that do the talking.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Wake up with better brows and skip the 7 a.m. pencil routine because Brows by Julie Lopez at Hot Stuff Studio nails microblading, powder…

5030 Wrightsville Ave · ✓ checked Jul 28

m. pencil routine because Brows by Julie Lopez at Hot Stuff Studio nails microblading, powder and combo brows, plus lip blushing, subtle freckles, and permanent eyeliner for that just-right, Wilmington-polished look that survives gym sweat and summer air.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Whether you need a shape-up, a quick kiddo trim, or a style that actually behaves in August humidity, Hair Studio of Leland has the whole…

511 Olde Waterford Way (Leland)

Whether you need a shape-up, a quick kiddo trim, or a style that actually behaves in August humidity, Hair Studio of Leland has the whole family covered right in Waterford. Local pros who do clean cuts and everyday styling that makes mornings faster and mirrors kinder.

From the Leland newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Keeping It Glam specializes in facials, brows and waxing, plus eyelash extensions and lifts for that polished, low-maintenance look locals…

326 Nutt St

Keeping It Glam specializes in facials, brows and waxing, plus eyelash extensions and lifts for that polished, low-maintenance look locals appreciate.

From the Leland newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Make this the week you retire the brow pencil and let Beauty By Design NC do the heavy lifting. From microbladed or ombré brows to lip…

5653 Carolina Beach Rd Unit A2

Make this the week you retire the brow pencil and let Beauty By Design NC do the heavy lifting. From microbladed or ombré brows to lip blush and smudge-proof liner, their soft, natural results are tailored to your face and lifestyle, in a licensed, sanitized setting that keeps it safe and confidence-boosting.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Brush Salon keeps Wilmington looking sharp with cuts, custom color, and extensions from stylists who train constantly to stay ahead of…

5725 Oleander Dr A3

Brush Salon keeps Wilmington looking sharp with cuts, custom color, and extensions from stylists who train constantly to stay ahead of trends. If you want effortless, grow-out-friendly color or volume that behaves, their 18 years of local know-how make a pretty convincing case.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Salon offering cuts, color and styling, plus skin treatments and lash/brow work.

503 Olde Waterford Way Unit 107 (Leland)

Salon offering cuts, color and styling, plus skin treatments and lash/brow work.

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Give your mornings a break this week with Lasting Looks by Lauren Brooke, where customized microblading, powder brows, and soft lip…

Karisma Salon Suites, 4829 Carolina Beach Rd #3 · ✓ checked Aug 5

Give your mornings a break this week with Lasting Looks by Lauren Brooke, where customized microblading, powder brows, and soft lip blushing heal natural and last two to three years, so you can sweat, surf, or sprint to meetings without your face disappearing. They also offer restorative areola tattooing.

From the Leland newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Whether you’re due for a fresh cut, brighter color, or seamless extensions, Beauty Bar Boutique is an upscale, relax-and-exhale salon with…

hair salon, 1125 Military Cutoff Rd SUITE G · ✓ checked Sep 11

Whether you’re due for a fresh cut, brighter color, or seamless extensions, Beauty Bar Boutique is an upscale, relax-and-exhale salon with stylists who actually listen, use luxe lines like Oribe, and even handle weddings... so you can walk out refreshed and genuinely obsessed with your hair.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Whether you're over penciling at red lights or just want brows that survive July humidity, Enhanced Beauty Permanent Makeup custom maps…

1138 Shipyard Blvd

Whether you're over penciling at red lights or just want brows that survive July humidity, Enhanced Beauty Permanent Makeup custom maps shape and color to your features, no stencils, with consults, pigment testing and thorough aftercare across microblading, ombre or powder brows, eyeliner and lip blush.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Whether you want natural classic, fluffy hybrid, or full-on mega volume, The Lash Boutique nails the look and keeps it fresh with easy…

115 Hinton Ave Ste 3 · ✓ checked Sep 18

Whether you want natural classic, fluffy hybrid, or full-on mega volume, The Lash Boutique nails the look and keeps it fresh with easy fill-ins. They also do lash lifts and tints, brows, and skin care like dermaplaning and microneedling... plus bridal makeup when the group chat says glam time.

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pipton

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Pipton is the chic, locally loved cosmetics spot curating heritage labels and buzzy newcomers since 2009. Expect skincare, makeup,…

1900 Eastwood Rd Ste 30

Pipton is the chic, locally loved cosmetics spot curating heritage labels and buzzy newcomers since 2009. Expect skincare, makeup, haircare, and luxe extras from Westman Atelier, SkinCeuticals, Kérastase, Balmain Hair Couture, and more, all edited like a friend who actually knows what works.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 11, 2026

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KnockOut Lashes is the spot for classic, hybrid, wispy, or mega volume sets that actually fit your face, with fills that keep up with your…

817 Town Center Dr #125

KnockOut Lashes is the spot for classic, hybrid, wispy, or mega volume sets that actually fit your face, with fills that keep up with your calendar. They also do brow lamination, lash lifts and tints, plus dermal planing and microneedling... all customized to enhance your eyes.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Bliss Aesthetics Studio keeps your routine breezy with natural-looking permanent makeup, microblading, and lash and brow upgrades, plus…

4712 New Centre Dr #107 · ✓ checked Aug 13

Bliss Aesthetics Studio keeps your routine breezy with natural-looking permanent makeup, microblading, and lash and brow upgrades, plus solution-based facials, chemical peels, and microchanneling using naturally corrective products.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Hairology

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Whether you need a crisp trim, sun-kissed highlights, a full color refresh, or a smoothing treatment that laughs at humidity, Hairology…

1144 East Cutlar Crossing #102 (Leland) · ✓ checked Aug 17

Whether you need a crisp trim, sun-kissed highlights, a full color refresh, or a smoothing treatment that laughs at humidity, Hairology keeps it cozy and on-point. They also handle blowouts, perms, root touch-ups, and brow waxing, so you walk out perfectly polished for Brunswick County life.

From the Brunswick County newsletter, August 25, 2026

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

1114 New Pointe Blvd (Leland)

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

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Whether your over-plucked arches need a reboot this week or you’re just tired of penciling twins that never match, Artistic Ayes…

5705 Pk W Cir (Leland)

Whether your over-plucked arches need a reboot this week or you’re just tired of penciling twins that never match, Artistic Ayes Microblading Wilmington NC creates life-like hair strokes on your brows that last 18 months or more, plus a complimentary perfecting session in a clean, modern studio.

From the Leland newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Leland folks, when your roots and conscience both need attention, Salt + Sun Hair Co delivers low-tox luxury with ethically sourced…

2803 Market St

Leland folks, when your roots and conscience both need attention, Salt + Sun Hair Co delivers low-tox luxury with ethically sourced products and eco-minded practices. Think dry + precision haircuts, custom color, grey-blending, blonding, extensions, even QIQI... fresh hair without the guilt.

From the Leland newsletter, August 20, 2026

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SALT Salon and Blowout Bar is the local go-to for precision cuts, lived-in color, extensions, and head-turning blowouts, all in a modern,…

132 Racine Dr suite 6

SALT Salon and Blowout Bar is the local go-to for precision cuts, lived-in color, extensions, and head-turning blowouts, all in a modern, relaxed vibe with a genuinely friendly team. Voted Best Salon of Wilmington 2024, 2025, and 2026, they deliver results that actually last past the selfie.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 10, 2026

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

3500 Oleander Dr Spc R060

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

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Images of Beauty Hair Bar is a community-rooted, full-service salon in Navassa with an in-house barber and stylists who do everything from…

110 N Navassa Rd (Navassa)

Images of Beauty Hair Bar is a community-rooted, full-service salon in Navassa with an in-house barber and stylists who do everything from a big chop to those face-framing layers you’ll live for. Line up your next look this week, chat a personalized beauty regimen, and leave feeling like your best local self.

From the Brunswick County newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Need a color refresh this week or those subtle, low maintenance sunlit pieces? Bangz Hair Salon and Spa has stylists who live for…

1203 S 43rd St · ✓ checked Aug 5

Need a color refresh this week or those subtle, low maintenance sunlit pieces? Bangz Hair Salon and Spa has stylists who live for highlights and balayage, keratin and Magic Sleek smoothing, sharp cuts and updos, plus facials, massage, nails and waxing for the full salon-spa reset.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Whether you want subtle lift or full-on flutter, Femme Fatale Lash Artistry is a private salon focused on custom extensions styled to your…

2451 College Rd Ste 217

Whether you want subtle lift or full-on flutter, Femme Fatale Lash Artistry is a private salon focused on custom extensions styled to your unique eye shape. They’re launching soon, so follow for updates and snag a soft-launch spot this week... minimal effort, maximum wow.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Dragonfly Permanent Makeup Salon Inc keeps locals looking effortlessly polished with natural-looking brows, crisp eyeliner, and soft lip…

814 College Rd C

Dragonfly Permanent Makeup Salon Inc keeps locals looking effortlessly polished with natural-looking brows, crisp eyeliner, and soft lip blushing, plus facials, microneedling, tattoo removal, and hair services.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 13, 2026

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For clean, natural-looking extensions, tidy brow lamination, or a quick tint that saves you five minutes every morning, EndureLash & Brow…

1125 Military Cutoff Rd Ste C · ✓ checked Sep 11

For clean, natural-looking extensions, tidy brow lamination, or a quick tint that saves you five minutes every morning, EndureLash & Brow PROstudios delivers with lash lifts, extensions, brow henna, tinting, and precise waxing. Friendly pros who know Wilmington faces, zero drama, just great lashes and brows.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 18, 2026

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When your ends are fraying or the beard's getting ideas, Looking Good Family Hair Services handles the whole crew with classic cuts, color…

115 S Navassa Rd (Leland) · ✓ checked Aug 20

When your ends are fraying or the beard's getting ideas, Looking Good Family Hair Services handles the whole crew with classic cuts, color and highlights, beard trims and shaves, plus nails, waxing and even chair massage.

From the Leland newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Plotting a hair refresh this week that actually behaves on sea-breeze days? Salty Salon & Extension Bar delivers sun-kissed color from…

250 Racine Dr Ste 5 · ✓ checked Aug 13

Plotting a hair refresh this week that actually behaves on sea-breeze days?

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 18, 2026

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If your morning brow battle needs a truce, Skin and Ink by Melonie does natural looking cosmetic tattoos like combo brows, lash line…

108 N Kerr Ave Ste E4

If your morning brow battle needs a truce, Skin and Ink by Melonie does natural looking cosmetic tattoos like combo brows, lash line enhancements, and lip blushing, plus legit skin care facials and microneedling, all by veteran aesthetician Melonie Mosley. Treat yourself this week, Leland.

From the Leland newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Beauty Express is the local plug for premium cosmetics, innovative hair care, and salon-quality tools, with staff who actually know their…

341 College Rd #16

Beauty Express is the local plug for premium cosmetics, innovative hair care, and salon-quality tools, with staff who actually know their stuff. Pop in when your routine needs a glow-up, get pro-level recommendations, and leave with products that perform like they mean it.

From the Wilmington newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Locally owned Salon Verve in the Centre Court shopping area is the spot when your split ends start photobombing meetings. Precision cuts,…

5101 Dunlea Ct Ste 107 · ✓ checked Sep 18

Locally owned Salon Verve in the Centre Court shopping area is the spot when your split ends start photobombing meetings. Precision cuts, rich color, balayage, and event updos meet smoothing perks like Brazilian Blowout and Keratin, plus quick blowouts when you just need to feel like a person again.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Iconic Lash Studio is Wrightsville Beach’s luxury lash bar led by Master Lash Artist Lea Love, bringing over a decade of expertise to…

5725 Oleander Dr B3

Iconic Lash Studio is Wrightsville Beach’s luxury lash bar led by Master Lash Artist Lea Love, bringing over a decade of expertise to precise extensions and brow services with a big focus on ocular hygiene. Expect custom full sets and fuss-free fill‑ins that keep your pool-to-dinner routine basically mascara free.

From the Wilmington newsletter, September 7, 2026

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