The best salons & beauty spots in Providence

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

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Heavenly Creatures Salon is a women-owned, eco-minded spot where stylists actually listen, then deliver personalized cuts, color, and…

506 Broadway

Heavenly Creatures Salon is a women-owned, eco-minded spot where stylists actually listen, then deliver personalized cuts, color, and blowouts that feel like you, only better. Go when you want modern technique without the snooty energy, and leave with hair that behaves on weekdays.

From the Providence newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Skip's Barbershop brings its no-nonsense barbershop vibe to Providence alongside sister shops in South Boston and the South End, and…

556 Atwells Ave

Skip's Barbershop brings its no-nonsense barbershop vibe to Providence alongside sister shops in South Boston and the South End, and booking is a breeze through Squire. A solid go-to for a sharp, consistent cut, with quick online booking so you can actually plan.

From the Providence newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Angels Collective is a licensed tattoo shop run by a multidisciplinary crew of queer and non-binary artists in Providence, bringing…

11 Aleppo St

Angels Collective is a licensed tattoo shop run by a multidisciplinary crew of queer and non-binary artists in Providence, bringing inclusivity and community care to the local tattoo scene. Expect thoughtful vibes, collaborative design energy, and work from artists like @shuuinn, @bbypokes, and friends.

From the Providence newsletter, September 20, 2026

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From Gel-X full sets to classic acrylics and truly relaxing pedicures, T-Nails Glam Studio is all about clean shaping and precise nail art…

579 Atwells Ave

From Gel-X full sets to classic acrylics and truly relaxing pedicures, T-Nails Glam Studio is all about clean shaping and precise nail art that looks as put-together as you are. A solid go-to when your nails need a reset before another week of emails and errands.

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Echelon Beauty Nails & Spa PVD is the kind of spot locals keep on speed dial for full sets and refills, GelX, d

292 Academy Ave

Echelon Beauty Nails & Spa PVD is the kind of spot locals keep on speed dial for full sets and refills, GelX, dip, spa pedis and chrome finishes, plus a curveball we love seeing in PVD, lip blushing PMU.

From the Providence newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Thinking about low-maintenance glam this week? Sisters Beauty Bar has you covered with expert permanent makeup for brows, lips, and…

478 Reservoir Ave Ste A (Cranston)

Thinking about low-maintenance glam this week? Sisters Beauty Bar has you covered with expert permanent makeup for brows, lips, and eyeliner, plus eyelash extensions, hair, and nails, all handled by Master Educators who keep things natural and your skin, hair, and lashes happy.

From the Providence newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Friendly barbers provide haircuts and trims at this clean shop with a chill vibe and video games for kids.

188 Taunton Ave (East Providence)

Friendly barbers provide haircuts and trims at this clean shop with a chill vibe and video games for kids.

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Dream State Beauty Collective is the funky, dreamy East Providence salon where curls get real love, vivid color pops, and Gel-X nails with…

182 Taunton Ave (East Providence)

Dream State Beauty Collective is the funky, dreamy East Providence salon where curls get real love, vivid color pops, and Gel-X nails with hand-painted art turn your week into main-character energy. Grab a specialized curly cut or lived-in blonding, add tinsel if you’re feeling extra, leave grinning.

From the Providence newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Treat yourself to a precision cut, classic shave, or beard tune-up at The Barbershop on College Hill, where skilled barbers pair a friendly…

102 Waterman St

Treat yourself to a precision cut, classic shave, or beard tune-up at The Barbershop on College Hill, where skilled barbers pair a friendly vibe with business or modern styles that actually suit your face. Book it this week, walk out feeling like everything just got easier.

From the Cranston newsletter, August 21, 2026

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High Road Barbershop is the crew to hit this week when you want classic cuts that last or creative, modern styles that actually suit your…

764 1/2 Hope St

High Road Barbershop is the crew to hit this week when you want classic cuts that last or creative, modern styles that actually suit your head. Precision beard grooming, clean-ups, and a full face shave, all delivered with an inclusive, old-school-meets-next vibe Providence folks appreciate.

From the Providence newsletter, August 30, 2026

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L & J Barbershop has been keeping fades tight and lineups crisp since 2008, with barbers who actually listen and tailor the cut to your…

233 Douglas Ave UNIT C1

L & J Barbershop has been keeping fades tight and lineups crisp since 2008, with barbers who actually listen and tailor the cut to your face and hair. From classic cuts to beard and brow shaping, it’s an easy go-to when you need to look dialed.

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Whether you want a crisp fade, a tidy trim, or the full traditional shave with a hot-towel facial, Ariel's Cuts delivers style with…

690 Elmwood Ave

Whether you want a crisp fade, a tidy trim, or the full traditional shave with a hot-towel facial, Ariel's Cuts delivers style with precision and zero pretension. Skilled barbers who listen, the kind of Providence spot you trust before a big meeting, date night, or just because.

From the Providence newsletter, September 4, 2026

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If your roots are staging a coup, Darling Beauty Lounge specializes in custom color, lived-in blondes, soft balayage, gray coverage, and…

1005 Main St #2211 (Pawtucket)

If your roots are staging a coup, Darling Beauty Lounge specializes in custom color, lived-in blondes, soft balayage, gray coverage, and precision cuts that grow out gracefully. Book a little self-care this week, leave with selfie-worthy hair and that dangerously confident "I can do anything" feeling.

From the Providence newsletter, August 27, 2026

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If your morning mirror time is getting out of hand, Pretty Things Studio in Providence does microblading and combo brows, lush lash…

375 Washington St · ✓ checked Jul 28

If your morning mirror time is getting out of hand, Pretty Things Studio in Providence does microblading and combo brows, lush lash extensions, subtle lash liner, lip blush, faux freckles, plus waxing, hair, and tattoos. It’s appointment-only, so book it now and enjoy extra-snooze mornings.

From the Fall River newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Whether you're overdue for a precision cut, craving richer color, or curious about extensions, Vis Á Vis Hair Design in the West Side of…

377 Broadway · ✓ checked Jul 28

Whether you're overdue for a precision cut, craving richer color, or curious about extensions, Vis Á Vis Hair Design in the West Side of Providence delivers a luxe, down-to-earth vibe with stylists who actually listen. Walk out feeling like your best self, not just freshly shampooed. Check it out.

From the Providence newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Hair By Kim Sousa is the rare stylist who gets your color exactly how you pictured it and delivers haircuts that actually feel like you.…

66 Taunton Ave (East Providence)

Hair By Kim Sousa is the rare stylist who gets your color exactly how you pictured it and delivers haircuts that actually feel like you. Friendly, detail oriented, and easy to talk to, it’s the kind of spot locals stick with once they find it.

From the Providence newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Revive Salon is that chic, neighborhood spot where precision cuts and thoughtful color happen without the drama. Their detail-obsessed…

442 Wickenden St

Revive Salon is that chic, neighborhood spot where precision cuts and thoughtful color happen without the drama. Their detail-obsessed stylists listen, tweak, and nail the finish, so your hair looks intentional on day one and still great two weeks later. Providence-tested, bad-hair-day approved.

From the Providence newsletter, September 15, 2026

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The Pros Salon brings four decades of family craft to Providence, with precision cuts, complimentary color consultations, and bridal updos…

167 Broadway

The Pros Salon brings four decades of family craft to Providence, with precision cuts, complimentary color consultations, and bridal updos with award-winning finesse. They also sell their own product line, so your good hair day actually stands a chance between appointments.

From the Providence newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Moss Salon specializes in precision haircuts, balayage and dimensional color, highlights, extensions, keratin treatments, plus seriously…

114 N Main St

Moss Salon specializes in precision haircuts, balayage and dimensional color, highlights, extensions, keratin treatments, plus seriously good styling and blow-dries. They keep it personalized and polished, so if your fringe is plotting against you or your color needs a reboot, this is a reliable Providence go-to.

From the Providence newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Dual-licensed artist Annie O turns brows, lips, and liner into low-maintenance magic at Cosmic Cosmetic - Annie O with microblading, ombre…

375 Washington St

Dual-licensed artist Annie O turns brows, lips, and liner into low-maintenance magic at Cosmic Cosmetic - Annie O with microblading, ombre powder brows, lip blush, eyeliner, faux freckles, plus lash lifts and brow laminations. Book it and coast through the week actually feeling put together.

From the Cranston newsletter, August 19, 2026

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Make It Permanent specializes in natural-looking cosmetic tattoos, from hair-mimicking brows and subtle lash-line eyeliner to lip color,…

66 Taunton Ave (East Providence)

Make It Permanent specializes in natural-looking cosmetic tattoos, from hair-mimicking brows and subtle lash-line eyeliner to lip color, scar camouflage and areola repigmentation.

From the Providence newsletter, September 9, 2026

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If your split ends and conscience both need love this week, Flipp Salon is all about plant-based color, sharp cuts, and high-performance,…

38 Transit St · ✓ checked Aug 6

If your split ends and conscience both need love this week, Flipp Salon is all about plant-based color, sharp cuts, and high-performance, chemical-minimal products, plus a cozy salon-apothecary vibe with local art, music, and herbal support that makes a trim feel like time well spent.

From the Providence newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Aruverde for Rosebud Salon is an Aveda Concept salon delivering texture-savvy cuts, 100% vegan Aveda color, and Great Lengths extensions,…

90 Spruce St

Aruverde for Rosebud Salon is an Aveda Concept salon delivering texture-savvy cuts, 100% vegan Aveda color, and Great Lengths extensions, with gender-neutral pricing and an inclusive team that gets curls, respects pronouns, and offers privacy on request for hijab wearers.

From the Cranston newsletter, August 24, 2026

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