The best salons & beauty spots in Rochester

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

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Relaxing facial- and lash-lift provider, plus hairstyling, waxing and makeup services.

1672 Monroe Ave

Relaxing facial- and lash-lift provider, plus hairstyling, waxing and makeup services.

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Just Browsing is a Brighton brow boutique focused on face-flattering shaping, tinting, and microblading, plus lash lifts and body waxing.…

1577 Monroe Ave · ✓ checked Aug 28

Just Browsing is a Brighton brow boutique focused on face-flattering shaping, tinting, and microblading, plus lash lifts and body waxing. There’s even a small, well-curated rack of women’s clothing and accessories, so you can leave with great arches and a find you’ll actually wear.

From the Brighton newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Salon where people praise stylist Brittany for her coloring abilities and attention to detail.

2036 Monroe Ave

Salon where people praise stylist Brittany for her coloring abilities and attention to detail.

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Salon offering hairstyling services including haircuts and lash treatments, plus organic products.

1255 University Ave C116A

Salon offering hairstyling services including haircuts and lash treatments, plus organic products.

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Appointments are recommended at this barber shop offering trims, rinses, and styling products.

1855 Monroe Ave

Appointments are recommended at this barber shop offering trims, rinses, and styling products.

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Beauty salon providing waxing, facials, massages, and nail services, plus a restroom.

2240 Monroe Ave

Beauty salon providing waxing, facials, massages, and nail services, plus a restroom.

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Whether you need a sharp refresh or full-on glow-up, Do or Dye Beauty + Barber Shop delivers upscale beauty and barber services in a…

190 Anderson Ave

Whether you need a sharp refresh or full-on glow-up, Do or Dye Beauty + Barber Shop delivers upscale beauty and barber services in a casual, fun, eclectic vibe. Walk-ins are always welcome, plus there’s a virtual waiting room and easy booking app, so you can slide in on your schedule.

From the Brighton newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Warm, welcoming, inclusive salon specializing in color treatments and haircuts.

1945 E Main St

Warm, welcoming, inclusive salon specializing in color treatments and haircuts.

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Tattoo shop featuring work from Anthony, who's known for patience and attention to detail.

1118 Monroe Ave

Tattoo shop featuring work from Anthony, who's known for patience and attention to detail.

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Salon & spa offering haircuts, coloring & manicures, plus facials, massage & body wraps.

633 Park Ave

Salon & spa offering haircuts, coloring & manicures, plus facials, massage & body wraps.

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Pure Sole Nails keeps things clean and kind for Brighton folks with 7-free or better polishes and gels, jet-free pedicure tubs, and…

2150 Monroe Ave · ✓ checked Aug 28

Pure Sole Nails keeps things clean and kind for Brighton folks with 7-free or better polishes and gels, jet-free pedicure tubs, and handmade goodies, plus vegan and cruelty-free everything.

From the Brighton newsletter, September 6, 2026

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HD Hair

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Salon (barbershop) featuring haircuts and coloring services, along with eyebrow waxing.

2286 E Main St

Salon (barbershop) featuring haircuts and coloring services, along with eyebrow waxing.

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Salon and spa offering haircuts, plus massage treatments, manicures and pedicures.

1647 Monroe Ave

Salon and spa offering haircuts, plus massage treatments, manicures and pedicures.

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Rochester’s original organic salon since 1980, Pharaoh's Hairum brings quiet, clean-beauty energy to Park Ave with precision cuts, color,…

735 Park Ave · ✓ checked Sep 4

Rochester’s original organic salon since 1980, Pharaoh's Hairum brings quiet, clean-beauty energy to Park Ave with precision cuts, color, facials, body treatments, and nails, plus massage therapy exclusive to this location. Same beloved team from Park Ave Salon & Day Spa, new chapter, very chill.

From the Rochester newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Delzy Barber is a GViii Barber Academy student delivering clean, detail-focused cuts for $15, with beard work from $5 and kids trims at…

GVIII Barber Academy, 1769 East Ave

Delzy Barber is a GViii Barber Academy student delivering clean, detail-focused cuts for $15, with beard work from $5 and kids trims at $10. Over 50 haircuts in three months and still sharpening the craft, which shows in the results, making this a smart Brighton go-to when you want sharp without sticker shock.

From the Brighton newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Appointments are recommended at this traditional barber shop.

2134 E Main St

Appointments are recommended at this traditional barber shop.

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Nail salon offering acrylics and nail art, plus pedicures, in a cash-only setting.

1796 Monroe Ave

Nail salon offering acrylics and nail art, plus pedicures, in a cash-only setting.

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Cozy studio featuring gel-based nail services by appointment as well as eyelash services, including lifts.

1150 University Ave Suite 10A

Cozy studio featuring gel-based nail services by appointment as well as eyelash services, including lifts.

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Friendly parlor offering haircuts, coloring, balayage and styling services.

51 Atlantic Ave

Friendly parlor offering haircuts, coloring, balayage and styling services.

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Beauty salon specializing in eyelash extensions and other lash services, as well as facials.

1150 University Ave Bldg 5 suite 3

Beauty salon specializing in eyelash extensions and other lash services, as well as facials.

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Modern salon offering hair styling & coloring, plus waxing, mani-pedis, massages, spray tans & more.

1344 University Ave

Modern salon offering hair styling & coloring, plus waxing, mani-pedis, massages, spray tans & more.

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Heaven Sent Nails specializes in natural nail care with non-toxic gels and polishes, meticulous shaping, and custom art without the buzz of…

190 Anderson Ave · ✓ checked Sep 11

Heaven Sent Nails specializes in natural nail care with non-toxic gels and polishes, meticulous shaping, and custom art without the buzz of drills. Tucked inside Do or Dye in NOTA, it’s a smart pick when you want nails that look great and actually stay healthy.

From the Rochester newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Lisa Nolan Hair Studio is a newly renovated, in-home salon that keeps things comfortable and serene while focusing on classic cuts,…

57 Daley Blvd · ✓ checked Sep 11

Lisa Nolan Hair Studio is a newly renovated, in-home salon that keeps things comfortable and serene while focusing on classic cuts, low-maintenance color and highlights, and smart grey coverage with ammonia-free Keune color and clean products like Aluram and Olaplex. New guests fill a quick form, then book online.

From the Rochester newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Friendly, neighborhood barbershop catering to men and kids, with a classic straight razor shave service as well.

451 Cooper Rd

Friendly, neighborhood barbershop catering to men and kids, with a classic straight razor shave service as well.

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Beauty salon offering hair services, including blowouts and styling.

300 Culver Pkwy

Beauty salon offering hair services, including blowouts and styling.

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Family owned and operated, Cuts And More Barber Shop turns haircuts, beard trims, and full shaves into clean, confidence-boosting refreshes…

560 W Ridge Rd Ste 4

Family owned and operated, Cuts And More Barber Shop turns haircuts, beard trims, and full shaves into clean, confidence-boosting refreshes that look magazine-ready. Their licensed barbers post portfolios so you know the vibe before you sit down, which makes leveling up your look this week a no-brainer.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 23, 2026

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Antuan Nails does meticulous, custom nail art in a calm, luxe setting that feels like a tiny break from real life. If your hands need a…

1104 Hudson Ave #3568

Antuan Nails does meticulous, custom nail art in a calm, luxe setting that feels like a tiny break from real life. If your hands need a glow up or your mood needs a reset, book a set this week and let the quiet vibe do its magic.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Barber shop offering haircuts and tattoos.

1151 Titus Ave

Barber shop offering haircuts and tattoos.

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W.Ink

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Esthetics studio providing a range of services, including eyebrow treatments.

230 Empire Blvd

Esthetics studio providing a range of services, including eyebrow treatments.

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If you want a precise cut, fresh color, or an old-school perm that actually looks great, Dennis Coccia Hair Salon pairs fully trained,…

2785 Dewey Ave · ✓ checked Sep 4

If you want a precise cut, fresh color, or an old-school perm that actually looks great, Dennis Coccia Hair Salon pairs fully trained, licensed pros with up-to-date techniques.

From the Irondequoit newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Symmetry and Color Salon specializes in balayage and keratin treatments for Rochester locals, perfect when you’re after soft, lived-in…

1120 Garson Ave

Symmetry and Color Salon specializes in balayage and keratin treatments for Rochester locals, perfect when you’re after soft, lived-in dimension or smoother strands that actually cooperate. Peek their portfolio and book for this week, then pretend genetics did all the work.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Hair salon offering hair coloring services, and striving to make its clients feel comfortable.

142 Avondale Rd (Irondequoit)

Hair salon offering hair coloring services, and striving to make its clients feel comfortable.

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Appointments are needed at this hair salon, where customers praise the service and prices.

132 Empire Blvd

Appointments are needed at this hair salon, where customers praise the service and prices.

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This week, if your roots are showing and your calendar is full, Beauty By April Sunshine specializes in soft blonding, natural-looking…

1880 East Ridge Road #2b

This week, if your roots are showing and your calendar is full, Beauty By April Sunshine specializes in soft blonding, natural-looking color, and polished styling, plus bridal and special-occasion hair and makeup. She even teaches the craft, and offers waxing, so you know you’re in expert hands.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 30, 2026

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From customized eyelash extensions and clean, precise waxing to glow-getter spray tans and tailored facials, Studio Bea 33 keeps…

3429 Culver Rd

From customized eyelash extensions and clean, precise waxing to glow-getter spray tans and tailored facials, Studio Bea 33 keeps Irondequoit looking effortlessly put together. Book a little self-care this week and walk out with luminous skin and lashes that say yes, I absolutely woke up like this.

From the Irondequoit newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Nomad Nails keeps it simple with DazzleDry manicures and pedicures, gel options, builder gel and Apres Gel extensions. Easy online booking…

1880 East Ridge Road Ste 6 upper · ✓ checked Sep 4

Nomad Nails keeps it simple with DazzleDry manicures and pedicures, gel options, builder gel and Apres Gel extensions. Easy online booking and thoughtful touches like services for guys and kids make it a solid go-to when your cuticles start acting feral.

From the Rochester newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Plushh

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Salon offering human-hair extensions, lace and silk closures, frontals, and wigs.

1900 East Ridge Road

Salon offering human-hair extensions, lace and silk closures, frontals, and wigs.

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If life has been loud, Head Spa & Beauty Parlor offers a luxurious head spa experience designed to quiet the noise and refill your cup.…

4379 Lake Ave · ✓ checked Sep 19

If life has been loud, Head Spa & Beauty Parlor offers a luxurious head spa experience designed to quiet the noise and refill your cup. Expect tranquil vibes, unrushed pampering, and that floaty, post-treatment calm that makes Monday feel a little less... Monday.

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Appointments-only nail salon providing enhancements and art, plus selling supplies.

1341 Dewey Ave

Appointments-only nail salon providing enhancements and art, plus selling supplies.

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New Nails

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Craving glossy, chip-resistant nails that make typing feel like a runway? Treat yourself this week at New Nails, where gel manicures,…

525 Titus Ave Suite 16

Craving glossy, chip-resistant nails that make typing feel like a runway?

From the Irondequoit newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Relaxed, kids-friendly salon for braids, sew-ins and other treatments.

346 East Ridge Road

Relaxed, kids-friendly salon for braids, sew-ins and other treatments.

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Melinda Nails 2 keeps it chill and detail-obsessed, with premium OPI and Bio Sculpture Gel that feels thin, flexible, and natural while…

878 East Ridge Road · ✓ checked Sep 19

Melinda Nails 2 keeps it chill and detail-obsessed, with premium OPI and Bio Sculpture Gel that feels thin, flexible, and natural while still lasting. Go for a tidy manicure or pedicure, dip or enhancements, and even lashes or brow services when you need a quick glow-up close to home.

From the Rochester newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Whether you need a quick kids cut before picture day, a sharp trim that looks good by the next Zoom, or a crisp blowout, Unique Barbershop…

1418 East Ridge Road · ✓ checked Sep 4

Whether you need a quick kids cut before picture day, a sharp trim that looks good by the next Zoom, or a crisp blowout, Unique Barbershop keeps it simple with solid work and true walk-in convenience. Friendly barbers, clean lines, and that fresh-out-the-chair confidence without the fuss.

From the Irondequoit newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Hair salon offering services such as cuts and highlights in a professional office park.

1880 East Ridge Road #2b

Hair salon offering services such as cuts and highlights in a professional office park.

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When your roots need real attention, Get to The Root Rochester Headspa delivers deep-cleansing scalp treatments and bespoke facials that…

230 Empire Blvd Suite 2 (Irondequoit)

When your roots need real attention, Get to The Root Rochester Headspa delivers deep-cleansing scalp treatments and bespoke facials that target buildup, dryness, and dullness. Expect visible results, a serene vibe, and eco-friendly products, all personalized so your hair and skin behave between wash days.

From the Irondequoit newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Whether you need a quick cleanup or a full refresh, Pierre Studio does sharp men’s cuts, women’s color and highlights, keratin treatments,…

3806 Union Rd #1A (Buffalo)

Whether you need a quick cleanup or a full refresh, Pierre Studio does sharp men’s cuts, women’s color and highlights, keratin treatments, and kids’ trims. Locals rave about the fast, skillful results, so lock in a slot this week and step out feeling brand new.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Ritual Salon is the go-to when your hair needs a reset this week, with pros who nail color, cuts, blowouts, updos and extensions. They’ve…

357 N Goodman St · ✓ checked Jul 29

Ritual Salon is the go-to when your hair needs a reset this week, with pros who nail color, cuts, blowouts, updos and extensions. They’ve also got a dedicated barber area for hot shaves and beard grooming, certified and licensed makeup artists, lash extensions, and brow shaping or facial waxing to finish the glow-up.

From the Rochester newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Bladed Beauty specializes in microblading and powder/ombré brows that last 1 to 5 years, plus lip blushing that holds 1 to 3. Add brow…

1225 Atlantic Ave

Bladed Beauty specializes in microblading and powder/ombré brows that last 1 to 5 years, plus lip blushing that holds 1 to 3. Add brow lamination and shaping, lash lifts for mascara-free mornings, and makeup tailored to you... basically a fast pass to good-brow-days all week.

From the Irondequoit newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Permanent Makeup of New York handles brows, eyes, and lips that actually stay put, so you can roll out of bed looking put together. If your…

30 Erie Canal Dr Ste D

Permanent Makeup of New York handles brows, eyes, and lips that actually stay put, so you can roll out of bed looking put together. If your eyeliner ghosts by lunch or your brows refuse to match, put this on your list this week for low-maintenance, high-confidence mornings.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 17, 2026

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Beauty supply store selling hairspray, wigs, and other essentials.

626 W Main St

Beauty supply store selling hairspray, wigs, and other essentials.

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Beauty supply store stocking hair products such as wigs and weaves, as well as barber supplies and jewelry.

1115 Hudson Ave

Beauty supply store stocking hair products such as wigs and weaves, as well as barber supplies and jewelry.

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Give the snooze button a purpose. The Beehive Aesthetic focuses on natural-looking microblading and permanent makeup, shaping brows and…

16 N Goodman St #111 · ✓ checked Aug 7

Give the snooze button a purpose. The Beehive Aesthetic focuses on natural-looking microblading and permanent makeup, shaping brows and subtle features so you look polished without effort. Inclusive, welcoming vibe plus artistry that reads you, not your eyebrows...

From the Rochester newsletter, August 12, 2026

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

5043 Transit Rd (Buffalo)

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

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Pretty in Ink - Permanent Makeup Buffalo specializes in natural-looking microblading, ombré powder brows, hybrid brows, and lip border &…

4048 Union Rd (Buffalo)

Pretty in Ink - Permanent Makeup Buffalo specializes in natural-looking microblading, ombré powder brows, hybrid brows, and lip border & blush, plus solid corrective work if past jobs went sideways. Licensed PMU artist Pascale Saade tailors everything for Buffalo and Cheektowaga clients, so you look like you...

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Salon featuring cut, color and styling services provided by talented stylists in a warm setting.

333 Park Ave

Salon featuring cut, color and styling services provided by talented stylists in a warm setting.

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From sharp cuts and dimensional highlights to balayage, extensions, and nails, Julianna Salon delivers the kind of shine locals quietly…

654 South Ave · ✓ checked Aug 7

From sharp cuts and dimensional highlights to balayage, extensions, and nails, Julianna Salon delivers the kind of shine locals quietly gatekeep. The stylists are skilled, friendly, and up on trends, so you leave feeling like your best self, not somebody else.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Salon offering haircuts, facials, massages, and waxing services, as well as online booking.

3349 Monroe Ave

Salon offering haircuts, facials, massages, and waxing services, as well as online booking.

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Relaxed salon offering haircuts, blowouts, color services, highlights and scalp massages.

603 Park Ave

Relaxed salon offering haircuts, blowouts, color services, highlights and scalp massages.

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From everyday protective styles to a spontaneous color switch, Lake Beauty & Hair Supply stocks wigs, synthetic hair, and legit dyes, and…

787 Lake Ave #803

From everyday protective styles to a spontaneous color switch, Lake Beauty & Hair Supply stocks wigs, synthetic hair, and legit dyes, and the staff actually helps you find the right fit, try it on, and care for it so you walk out feeling fresh. Worth a quick stop this week.

From the Rochester newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Salon providing haircuts and color treatments, plus styling services.

16 N Goodman St #115

Salon providing haircuts and color treatments, plus styling services.

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Platinum Salon is one of those spots where you get killer color, precise cuts, highlights, and extensions, plus a focus on scalp health…

309 Exchange Blvd · ✓ checked Sep 19

Platinum Salon is one of those spots where you get killer color, precise cuts, highlights, and extensions, plus a focus on scalp health that actually teaches you how to keep the look going at home. Their Platinum Experience blends artistry, education, and premium products so good hair lasts past laundry day.

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Friendly studio specializing in semi-permanent eyebrow shaping and lip filler.

200 Anderson Ave Ste B

Friendly studio specializing in semi-permanent eyebrow shaping and lip filler.

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For scalp micropigmentation and microblading, MedInk by Morgan is a stylish cosmetic tattooing boutique just off East Avenue in Rochester,…

16 N Goodman St #111 · ✓ checked Aug 28

For scalp micropigmentation and microblading, MedInk by Morgan is a stylish cosmetic tattooing boutique just off East Avenue in Rochester, clean and welcoming. Morgan’s attention to detail keeps results crisp so you can skip the daily brow pencil and feel put-together before coffee.

From the Brighton newsletter, September 5, 2026

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