The best salons & beauty spots in Durham

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

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The Beauty Room in Durham

Beauty

With a team you can learn about online, a straightforward services lineup, and a portfolio you can scroll before you commit, The Beauty…

52 Main St

“With a team you can learn about online, a straightforward services lineup, and a portfolio you can scroll before you commit, The Beauty Room in Durham makes upkeep feel simple. They also offer handy packages, so your routine stays on track without juggling six separate bookings.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Chemistry Hair Studio

Beauty

Chemistry Hair Studio is a local spot for thoughtful consultations, precision cuts, and color that actually works past week one. If you…

278 Central Ave (Dover)

“Chemistry Hair Studio is a local spot for thoughtful consultations, precision cuts, and color that actually works past week one. If you want stylists who listen, tweak the details, and keep you looking like you on workdays and weekends, this is the move.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Stronghold Barber Shop

Beauty

Stronghold Barber Shop just teamed up with Best of Times Barbershop in Dover, so you get a bigger bench of barbers and simpler booking. Hop…

280 Central Ave (Dover)

“Stronghold Barber Shop just teamed up with Best of Times Barbershop in Dover, so you get a bigger bench of barbers and simpler booking. Hop online to choose your barber or join the wait list when you procrastinate, then walk out looking sharp like you meant to plan ahead.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 24, 2026

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Rutland Studios

Beauty

Rutland Studios keeps it strictly by appointment, which means you actually get time to hash out your idea in a proper consultation and walk…

208 Locust St (Dover)

“Rutland Studios keeps it strictly by appointment, which means you actually get time to hash out your idea in a proper consultation and walk away with something you won’t regret at the next cookout. If you’re in Durham, it’s just over in Dover and absolutely worth the DM.”

From the Durham newsletter, September 26, 2026

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