The best salons & beauty spots in Ithaca

“Skip the mascara spiral and let Serenity's Beautique handle the glam. From classic to mega volume lash extensions, precise brow lamination and shaping, plus waxing from underarms to full Brazilian, they’re pros at clean, comfy, long-lasting results... perfect for looking put together even on Wegmans runs.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 4, 2026

“If your mascara is ghosting you by lunchtime, Kissed by Korrin builds custom lash looks that actually last, from whisper-natural to full-on glam. Perfect for Finger Lakes weekdays when you want to look awake for school drop-off, patio nights, and everything in between.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Hair salon offering coloring, cutting, and blowouts.”

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

“Hair salon specializing in bright color and corrective work in a space that doubles as an art gallery.”

“Beauty studio specializing in brow shaping, lash lifts, and body waxing.”

“If your curls or locs need a reset, Hanunah’s Hair Salon in Ithaca turns out clean braids, seamless weaves, and meticulous loc maintenance, plus they stock quality braiding hair so you don’t have to hunt around. Book a slot, walk out feeling put together for the week.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Skip the morning scramble this week. Ithaca Permanent Makeup does microblading and nano brows, powder or ombre brows, permanent eyeliner with lash enhancement, lip blushing, plus saline tattoo removal, so you can reclaim a little weekday calm and still look awake.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 25, 2026

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

“Need a trim, color refresh, or a full glow-up, Satori Salon keeps Ithaca looking sharp with expert cuts, blonding, and spa touches like facials, natural nails, and waxing. They’ve been doing it for over 20 years, invest in stylists like Zoe, support Women Swimmin’, and keep the space lively with rotating local art.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Hare and Bristle is a cozy, one-on-one studio where creative color, gray blending, and custom cuts actually feel personal, not rushed. Tucked downtown since 2017, it’s the low-key hair reset your week needs, equal parts relaxing and inspired.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Time for a shape-up this week that feels like a mini-vacation. The Ivy Beauty Lounge leans into continuing education, teamwork, and seriously relaxing vibes, so you get a sharp cut or color that actually suits your life... and if you’re feeling extra, their permanent jewelry adds a little sparkle.”

From the Finger Lakes newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Brow, lip and eyeliner studio for permanent makeup, tattooing, microblading and more.”

“Spacious, welcoming salon featuring hair-coloring, -cutting and -styling services.”