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5.0 (2 reviews)
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Parfumerie Nasreen - Parfumerie Nasreen Attars are available exclusively in our store. Pure oil scents come in beautiful crystal bottles.

Parfumerie Nasreen

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There's no question, that Perfumerie Nasreen has a good selection. They carry high-end and niche…read morefragrances that even Nordstrom doesn't have, which says a lot. That part is impressive and honestly what's kept me coming back over the years. But charging $25 for a sample that's completely free at almost every other luxury fragrance counter is diabolical. I've shopped at boutiques across the country, and I've never been charged for a tester-sized sample. EVER. It feels unnecessary and greedy and lacks customer loyalty/appreciation and integrity in my humble opinion and I'm sure it destroys customer retention. The part that really stings though is how far the customer service has fallen. I've been coming here for years, and it used to feel like family....the old team was warm, knowledgeable, and made every visit personal. Now it's just...basic. You walk in, and it's a "take it or leave it" vibe. No connection, no care. Maybe it's a post-COVID shift or the change in ownership, but whatever it is, the charm is gone. I ended up going to Nordstrom afterward, got exactly what I needed (see picture of Nordstrom experience attached-EVERYTHING in the photo was from one visit to Nordstrom with 1 purchase) and walked out with 20+ free samples of scents I actually wanted to try, along with many more thrown in by my rep. And yes... they were free. The selection is still nice, but the pricing and service don't match the luxury they're trying to sell anymore.

Thank you Valerie for your help today. I have always wanted a bottle of Quelques Fluers Royale…read more It's hard to find but they had one bottle left so I snagged that and now I smell like a true queen! They also had the Xerjoff which is another one that I have been on the prowl for!

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House of Vartan

(25 reviews)

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I heard about House of Vartan while flipping through Marie Claire -- it was described along the…read morelines of "popular with the cool girls" which I am decidedly not. But I saw that they stock Kjaer Weis, which is a lovely low-waste cosmetic line, and figured it was worth a visit to avoid an online order. When I walked in (no makeup, milking day four of my blow-out after my last haircolor) I expected the cool reception I typically receive in places of "beauty." I love beauty products (I'm a bit of a makeup and skincare junkie) but have never really had a warm welcome in "beauty industry" places so I tend to avoid "beauty specialty" in favor of self-service spots. My experience here was the polar opposite. I walked in on a mission and was greeted with so much warmth and joy by Brendan, the owner, that before I even left the store I'd followed him on Instagram and was excited to keep in touch. He coached me through application of very simple cheeks and eyes with the Kjaer Weis product I was looking for, and helped me pick out exactly what I needed (and I've used the palette with love as my daily AND for evening ever since -- it's my favorite make-up in my kit). And beyond that, his joyful and welcoming energy made me feel at home in a "place of beauty." I'm comfortable and confident referring ANY of my friends to Brendan (and have and do, regularly now) and am especially excited to have somewhere and someone to refer friends who aren't always received warmly by the beauty industry to (including my man-friends and trans- and gender non-binary friends who aren't always warmly received in "beauty spaces.") Both times I've visited, I've felt strongly that that Brendan's ability to help create external beauty is supercharged by his ability to see the beauty within in anyone who walks in the door and that is a very, very special gift. If you've heard the hype and are the type to avoid a spot because of it, do yourself a favor and stop in. My treat to myself for the new year will be to start a facial habit here -- it's WAY out of my way, and very much worth the drive, and I'm just so delighted to be able to support such a warm and welcoming local business instead of the big chain stores.

House of Vartan is beautiful store and high quality products. You can get expert advice from…read moreBrendan! Fun and see some different services and trendy spot here! You cannot miss......!!!!

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Madeline's and Honey Skin Spa are run by the sweetest, knowledgeable ladies around! You will feel…read moreso comfortable and welcomed as soon as you walk into Madeline's. The decor feels both luxe and homey which is the perfect blend for somewhere that you're going to have some YOU time. It's a place you'll want to spend a little extra time because the products offered are natural and effective, and you'll love looking at the candles, jewelry, and everything else they've so carefully chosen to showcase! I've had a few facials at Madeline's now and I always leave feeling relaxed, glowing, having a plan for my skin, and looking forward to my next visit! The ladies always explain every step so you know exactly what's going on, and you NEVER feel pressured into anything extra or feel like you're getting something you don't need. Everything is fine-tuned to your needs, your skin, and your preferences. You HAVE to stop in this adorable shop on Madison- you will absolutely love getting to know the amazing aestheticians, finding some products that will revitalize and soothe your skin, and treating yourself to a relaxing treatment for your skin, lashes, or brows!

Cutest retail spa ever!! I literally want everything in this store I love that most the products…read moreare natural and effective with really great ingredients. From skincare, beauty products, home decor, and lingerie- they have it all! Such a cute addition to Honey Skin Spa (which is just around the corner) and they also do amazing services here too. The girls are so awesome here, you wont be able to go anywhere else!!

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