The best salons & beauty spots in Central Wisconsin

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

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From specialty color and keratin to extensions and the MANCAVE’s beard services, Studio E Salon & Spa handles the glow-up and the…

130 Jefferson St (Wausau)

From specialty color and keratin to extensions and the MANCAVE’s beard services, Studio E Salon & Spa handles the glow-up and the wind-down. Their LUXE spa brings facials and hair removal, and they’re the area’s exclusive UNITE Diamond salon and HydroPeptide Spa... treat yourself this week.

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With certified pros who live for continued education and have serious chops in color and extensions, Sapphire Salon turns dull ends into…

514 S 17th Ave (Wausau)

With certified pros who live for continued education and have serious chops in color and extensions, Sapphire Salon turns dull ends into something dazzling. Expect expert technique, personalized artistry, and an elevated vibe that makes you feel confident enough to actually plan that overdue photoshoot this week.

From the Wausau newsletter, August 4, 2026

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If your mornings keep disappearing into brow pencils, Susana's Permanent Makeup & Skin Care Center, LLC does meticulous microblading and…

1803 Stewart Ave UNIT C (Wausau)

If your mornings keep disappearing into brow pencils, Susana's Permanent Makeup & Skin Care Center, LLC does meticulous microblading and custom permanent makeup with natural hair-stroke results by a European-trained aesthetician, so this week you can roll out the door looking put together even before the coffee kicks…

From the Wausau newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Need a midweek reset that isn’t another walk around the block? Tiarah Day Spa & Salon does the whole pamper trifecta with nail care, skin…

5370 US-10 Ste F (Stevens Point)

Need a midweek reset that isn’t another walk around the block? Tiarah Day Spa & Salon does the whole pamper trifecta with nail care, skin care, body care, waxing and even ear candling… carve out a little you-time and roll into the weekend actually relaxed.

From the Central Wisconsin newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Stylish salon featuring Aveda products for hair color and cut, plus manicures and pedicures.

614 N 3rd Street (Wausau)

Stylish salon featuring Aveda products for hair color and cut, plus manicures and pedicures.

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Appointments are recommended at this salon, which offers coloring, cuts, and other services.

408 N 3rd Street #401 (Wausau)

Appointments are recommended at this salon, which offers coloring, cuts, and other services.

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Beauty salon providing hair care and appointments, with reviews saying staff does good work.

1525 Main St (Stevens Point)

Beauty salon providing hair care and appointments, with reviews saying staff does good work.

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Walk-ins are welcome at this nail salon, which offers manicures, pedicures, and nail designs.

1232 2nd St (Stevens Point)

Walk-ins are welcome at this nail salon, which offers manicures, pedicures, and nail designs.

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Relaxed skincare services and makeup application, including natural looks, for weddings and other events.

609 Jackson St (Wausau)

Relaxed skincare services and makeup application, including natural looks, for weddings and other events.

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Hair salon offering a range of services, including haircuts, coloring, and treatments, plus beauty supplies.

605 S 24th Ave #40 (Wausau)

Hair salon offering a range of services, including haircuts, coloring, and treatments, plus beauty supplies.

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Hair salon offering haircuts, styling, and coloring services, plus wigs.

2625 Henrietta St (Stevens Point)

Hair salon offering haircuts, styling, and coloring services, plus wigs.

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Friendly salon turning out cuts, coloring, styling and waxing treatments in a comfortable space.

1314 3rd St (Stevens Point)

Friendly salon turning out cuts, coloring, styling and waxing treatments in a comfortable space.

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

226701 Rib Mountain Dr (Wausau)

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

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Hair salon providing a range of services from haircuts to nail and eyelash care.

623 Washington St (Wausau)

Hair salon providing a range of services from haircuts to nail and eyelash care.

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

1270 Commerce Pl (Plover)

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

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Salon providing haircuts, facials, waxing, and makeup services.

1149 Main St (Stevens Point)

Salon providing haircuts, facials, waxing, and makeup services.

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Barbershop for men offering precision haircuts, hot towels and shoulder massages.

5370 US-10 (Stevens Point)

Barbershop for men offering precision haircuts, hot towels and shoulder massages.

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

1033 E Grand Ave (Rothschild)

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

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