I'm back with another review of this salon! I love this place…read more After a year of coming here I have had my nails done by many of the different nail techs and each time I have been impressed by how much they seem to care about the job they are doing. With that said, there are varying levels of skill at this salon. Just like you would find at any salon. You can pick a specific nail tech of your choosing if you prefer. Cynthia, the owner, is wonderful. It's not easy to run this sort of business but she does a great job and genuinely cares about the customers and her employees. You can tell by the regular laughter floating around the place. I will keep coming to this local salon for a long time to come.

I was so excited for my pedicure once I landed in Durham. I called two days in advance and made an…read moreappointment for 5pm on 7/3. I walked in and let them know about my appointment, I saw them check their book and confirm I was on there. She then told me to check in on the kiosk and pick my color. I followed the woman to a pedicure chair where she informed me that I shouldn't sit there and it was for someone else. About two minutes later, a woman walks in and thanks her for squeezing in an appointment. Wow. She tells me to go speak to the manager. He asks can I wait because there are three other people ahead of me, I said no I really couldn't and that's why I made an appointment. Very, very disappointing experience. Why let me check in for my appointment but then don't service me? Why was another woman with an appointment serviced before me? Why was there no real solution offered except wait for an undisclosed amount of time? I thought people were friendlier down south but clearly the businesses are not. 0/10.

I went to Bliss Nail Bar for a pedicure the week before Mother's Day, then returned within two days…read morefor a manicure. The lady I got my pedicure with was WONDERFUL (her name is Karen), and she took her time with my pedicure and the recommendations. When I came back for my manicure though, the young lady who did my nails did kind of rush me through my service and my gel manicure started to chip within two days. I called in and asked for a repair and Ms Karen serviced me upon returning and it's been almost a week and my manicure still looks fresh! I'm so happy with my results. I will be regula booking with Bliss.

Thrilled with the beautiful aesthetics of this place- the lighting, the brand new massage chairs…read more(everything inside looks brand new)- feels very bright and clean. Loved that they offer over 10 different pedicures, and my absolute favorite part is that you can add on a timed massage, to ANY one you pick (up to 20 min, for an extra $25). The salon offers LOTS of different colors, and different brands of gel polish. I got a gel manicure and pedicure, and I felt that my technician really took her time and did a great job. She did 3 coats without me asking, because the color was MUCH lighter than was in the bottle- I appreciate small things like that. $100 for both (and the extra massage)- I will definitely be back here!!! Note- only street parking. Wasn't hard for me at 11 am on a week day, but not sure of the parking at later times in the day or on the weekends. Have heard there is a nearby parking garage (but didn't see it). Lots of construction going on, on the same street as well.

Great job today Jenny! Thanks so much for always knowing what I need and making sure I leave the…read moreshop looking fresh and perfect! See you again soon!

I made an appointment to get my eyebrows waxed online. When I showed up at 9:30 (when they open)…read morethe waxing person wasn't in yet. I didn't mind because I wasn't in a hurry but it was a little annoying. I waited about 15 minutes and they did a great job. The woman who did it was very friendly and fast. The place looked super clean (they were mopping when I walked in). They made the place look pretty cozy with holiday decor too. The price was really reasonable too. I'll definitely be back.

Moved to the area recently and have found my new go-to nail salon! I have had the pleasure of…read moreworking with different nail techs for manicures and pedicures and they have all been wonderful. They are able to work with design ideas that you come with but also offer suggestions when needed. It is a relaxing experience and has been very healthy for my nails. They offer builder gel, gel x, gel, acrylic, dip powder and more! I am excited to try the cat eye and chrome designs that they offer in the future. I will say, that it is a steep price but I do think that the service and fun vibe they offer is worth that.

Wonderful, professional nail salon. It's clean and they listen to what you want and very patient…read morewith choosing color and style.

I HAVE DOUND ME A NEW WAXICIAN!! McKenzie W. Did such a great job, as painless as it gets. She was…read moreengaging with me w a warm aura, very kind.. and made me feel comfortable. I have scheduled my next appointment in advance! If you're looking for a new wax lady, she's it! The Retreat overall is such a beautiful place w kind souls and very relaxing. Durham has a gem.

Their brand is smugness and condescension. More like "the abuse" and not "the retreat." I'm sorry…read moreto say they have lost my business forever and I can never recommend in the future. The attitude of the person I dealt with makes me never want to go again. My family has paid for a half dozen services and yet there is no thought to a long term relationship. Transactional thinking that will cost them. They are actually just around the corner from me and I would have considered making this a more regular stop, but one interaction has cost them a lifetime of business.

Techs are great Owner doesn't respect appts…read more Had a 10:30 and my tech is just starting pedi on a walk in as I sit here stewing

my nail tech is great HOWEVER i do not come to a "spa" environment to listen to other employees who…read moreare sitting around scrolling, sound up, no headphones, competing with the music. NOT RELAXING. i even politely asked that they put headphones in. they lady instead moved, only to be replaced by another employee doing the same thing. this comes from someone who worked in a salon for many years.

Started going to Kandy for nails, but I love her craft made products too! The sugar hand scrub…read morerejuvenated my dry skin (I have to wash my hands A LOT for work) and made them feels so smooth! I bought several bath bombs as gifts. I prefer to shop local so Just Like Kandy Boutique is at the top of my list.

Kandy's place is incredible and so is Ms. Kandy herself. I'm from out of town and had a nail…read moreemergency, she was able to squeeze me in, super short notice. Her place was decorated so cute, it was clean, and the finish product was beautiful. Ms. Kandy is so personable and sweet. If I lived in Durham, it would be my 1st choice!

I made an appointment for a regular pedicure and got in pretty quickly that afternoon at 4:30…read more I got my toenails done in red and it was a decent pedicure and he did cut down my toenails like I requested. I didn't get my nails done only toes because of my recent experiences but I may try a manicure next time.

terrible pedicure not done well except the polish. not professional - person kept looking at their…read morephone definitely not worth what I paid. plus they charge fee to use cc.

I haven't seen prices this low in a LONG time. However, it's not "you get what you pay for" because…read morethe staff is talented and GREAT at what they do. The number rule here is GOOD VIBES ONLY. The technique and finesse is unbelievable for such a low price. They are appointment only so be sure to book beforehand. There are only two technicians, but they are both efficient and amazing at what they do.

I would not recommend, once my tech blankly admitted to not knowing what she was doing with the "…read morenail length " she then continued. AND not to mention the fact that my right thumb and left index finger nails are both crooked. OH and let's not forget to mention the fact that she DID NOT PUT CLEAR COAT on any of my nails . $94 was paid for not a $94 worth of a job. I WILL NEVER NEVER NEVER EVER GO BACK! i spent three hours in the chair completely dissatisfied. i do not recommend i do not recommend i do not recommend, the least she could have done was discount me for her not knowing what she doing in reality, the time i spent WASTED, and the set it's self !! let's b honest here

The ladies here are the best! If you're looking for help with natural hair care, loc…read morestartup/maintenance and massage, this is the spot!! Glenda is extremely knowledgeable and Karen does a great job getting you relaxed! Everyone is extremely friendly and welcoming. I love it here!

From the owner: We are a full service salon and spa. Offering hair, skin and nail services. We specialize in…read morenatural beauty and body solutions. Our services are provided in a warm, comfortable and relaxing environment. Sincerely Yours Salon focuses on servicing the whole person.