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Welcome to 2 Waves Beauty Bar in Essex
2 Waves Beauty Bar stands as a premier destination for beauty enthusiasts in Essex, Iowa, offering a unique blend of modern technique and personalized care. Conveniently located to serve our local community, we have built a reputation for excellence that keeps our clients returning time and again. Whether you are preparing for a special occasion or simply treating yourself to some well-deserved self-care, our salon offers a professional haven where your aesthetic goals are met with precision, warmth, and an unwavering commitment to quality in every service we provide.
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🕐Opening Hours
Open NowToday (Monday)
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
📊AI Review Insights
These featured Google reviews highlight a polarizing experience at 2 Waves Beauty Bar, showcasing exceptional talent alongside inconsistencies in service quality. While many customers praise individual technicians for their artistry, others have expressed concerns regarding technical execution and value.
✓Strengths
- •Talented individual technicians with high attention to detail
- •Extended operating hours provide excellent flexibility
- •Welcoming and chill atmosphere
- •Great promotions like Wednesday pedicures
!Notes
- •Standardize service quality across all technicians
- •Improve training on nail shaping and structural techniques
- •Ensure consistent execution of basic spa services like heel scrubs
Quality Metrics
⭐Customer Experience
Christine Kirby
2024-02-07My daughter had an acrylic nail set done, and while the tech was working she kept thinking it looked weird. She figured the tech would need to shape the nails later, and after it was all said and done she came home very upset. She is not someone who likes conflict so she paid full price ($70) and left a tip. The next day there was a survey sent to her, asking if she would recommend the nail salon and she replied with a 'no' and even sent these pictures in. Since then, there has been no response, no offer to correct them. The thing is, if the tech is new and has little experience, then the company should be straightforward and give a discount. I have never been so disappointed in a service-based company and the lack of their "making it right". If you're considering booking here, I'd keep looking. *EDIT: my daughter's name is Andrea and she visited on Jan 25th, 2024
Sherri Toupin
2025-10-11Katie S in Essex was excellent. Great attention to detail, it clear that she takes the job she does seriously and I was very happy with the result.
Jessica Barkey
2025-10-22Kyah is one of the best! It's been so incredible to see her progress since the start. She has great attention to detail and always does a fabulous job.
Melanie Z
2024-08-17Just a nice chill experience. Nails are great & she was willing to try a design even though my time was up. Friendly staff. Affordable price ! Pedis on Wednesdays for the win! And I love the later hours!
Toni Lauzon
2024-07-15Do not go here. I got a pedicure - if you’re looking for more than just a colour change and I mean anything from heel scrubs to toenail shaping were not done adequately at all! I brought my daughter and two nieces (all 13) for what I thought would be a fun, summer day out. My daughter asked and showed a picture of the teal French tips she wanted and she got full teal nails with aqua tips?! See added pictures. The technician was asked by another technician before she started if it was going to be an issue and she said she was fine - I should have spoke up then. My daughter is only 13 and was too nervous to tell her again - as she already told her a few times that what she was doing didn’t look like the pictures. The technician was useless when I asked what happened - she told me my daughter’s nails looked like the picture? (Again- see the pictures I’ve attached of what she asked for and what she got) I was so dumbfounded and just wanted to leave at that point. What a truly embarrassing experience.
❓Local Guide FAQ
What services does 2 Waves Beauty Bar offer?
We offer a variety of services including acrylic sets, manicures, and pedicures, with a focus on trendy nail art and classic grooming.
Do you offer any discounts or specials?
Yes! We feature special pricing on pedicures every Wednesday, which is a local favorite.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Saturday through Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
How can I ensure I get the best experience possible?
We encourage open communication with your technician about your preferences and expectations before your service begins.
Are you able to accommodate walk-ins?
While we welcome visitors, we recommend calling (519) 776-1213 to book an appointment to ensure your preferred time and technician are available.
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Nail Art Aftercare
Expert advice from the professionals at 2 Waves Beauty Bar
- ✓Avoid picking at nail art decorations - they'll last longer if left alone
- ✓Apply extra top coat over 3D embellishments to secure them
- ✓Be gentle with intricate designs - they may be more delicate
- ✓Return to 2 Waves Beauty Bar for touch-ups to keep your nail art looking fresh
- ✓Protect detailed nail art with gloves during household chores
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45 Talbot St N, Essex, ON N8M 1A3, Canada
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