I need to warn everyone about my recent experience with 2545 Salon & Spa (875 Gibsons Way #102)…read more On October 14, 2025 I paid $93.45 (tax in) for an "Unlimited Monthly Tanning Pass". What actually happened: -Used it successfully only three times. -Next three visits (during posted hours) the salon was randomly closed. The first 2 times had no notice. The third time, just a sticky note saying "understaffed, appointments only and to call the Sechelt location. -I called asking what was going on and if I could get a refund or extension since I tried numerous times to use my package. It's only for a month so I only have so much time to use it and when the hours on google are posted as OPEN, I should be able to access the beds. Owner Lauralye replied by email, said I was being aggressive on the phone and banned me. Completely false information. I never even raised my voice so this one threw me for a loop. When I kept asking for my money back, she permanently banned me in the same email thread. They offered a partial refund which was never received. I left a 100% factual 1-star Google review with receipts attached they got it removed/hidden. Now they are leaving themselves fake google review. Laughable. When I kept pushing, they threatened me with legal action and accused me of being "aggressive" (I have every email -- I was nothing but polite the entire time). Zero refund, zero apology. So yeah - they have no problem stealing people's hard-earned money, then threatening to sue you if you dare speak up. I cannot believe I have to go through this for ninety-three freaking dollars that they simply decided to keep. I have my receipt, and the entire email chain (including the ban, the legal threats, the fake "aggressive" accusation, and the deleted review). Happy to privately show everything to anyone who messages me. Please think twice before you hand this place any prepaid money - tanning packages, gift cards, whatever. I've now had to file with Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT) and my credit card company for a chargeback. Just posting this so nobody else in Gibsons loses almost $100 and then gets threatened for daring to complain. Sad that it has come to this but I have exhausted every option and tried my best to deal with this privately. Unfortunately I have been pushed too far. It's almost Christmas and these days, every dollar makes a difference. This is my hard earned money after all. Support local... but not when the local business keeps your money, deletes your review, and threatens to sue you for telling the truth.

I had a manicure and pedicure done as well as a trim. This was my first time at the salon. I was…read moredisappointed. The person at the front was not particularly attentive. I had to wait a few minutes out front. I was not offered any refreshments. The technician was friendly, but the service I selected did not include all the parts of a manicure, when I asked about it I was informed that the service I chose did not include it, I wasn't offered an upgrade. During filing, I had to point out several areas where the nail had not been completely smoothed out. When I left the salon I noticed that the polish was a bit streaky and thin in some areas. Overall, it was not the pampering spa experience I had looked forward to. It was expensive and I don't think the service matched the price. This is something I had splurged on. The room was painted dark or black and had signs of wear and tear everywhere. The lighting was too bright, and the bed was covered in obviously well-used and worn towels. Music was irritating not relaxing. Next time I will go somewhere else, or wait until I'm in the city where service is better.

Booked in with a haircut today with Jill. I liked the…read moreatmosphere of the salon. Very simple and clean. Totally happy with my haircut and she had lots of advise with regards to care, greys........ Prices were affordable. Definitely will be back.

From the owner: The newest hair salon in Sechelt. Premier hair styling, expert cuts & radiant colours. Sechelt's…read morebest hair salon experience.

I booked a cut & colour at Rainbow Room and was clear in explaining that the only reason I wanted…read morecolour was to cover up some grey on the side of my head near my temples - I was fine with the rest of my hair colour. The person I spoke to said she didn't know how they would do this and I would have to consult with the stylist when I came in. She said she would book me in for foils just in case that's what was decided. The next day it occurred to me that I might be taking up too much time with a foils appointment that wasn't necessary - so I called again and explained the situation, this time to someone else. She assured me all they needed to do was touch up the roots with colour, and it would be simple - no foils required. However, she didn't change the appointment type and when it came down to it, I sat for nearly an hour with the colour setting (which should have taken 30 minutes tops), watching the stylist cut another client's hair. She didn't explain the extra wait proactively, and I had to ask how much longer it would be. When she was done and I told her I'd never experienced a stylist anywhere taking an entire appointment while I waited needlessly, she told me that since my appointment was for foils which takes longer, and she didn't know I wouldn't be needing them, she got booked in for another cut. She also said nobody told her my situation (as I'd explained on the phone twice). She did a nice job on the cut and colour- minus the sloppiness of leaving dye all over my hairline and forehead- but basically, her attitude was 'don't shoot the messenger' rather than trying to make the situation/process better for me or future clients. Why weren't notes made on the file and passed on to the stylist ahead of time? It was decided that foils weren't necessary, so why wasn't the appointment type changed given that it required more time than standard root touchups? These gaps in your process just scream poor management and hassle to me, so I won't be back.

Being new to the Coast, have been looking for a new hairdresser and very happy to say I have found…read moreher. My friend and I decided to try the Rainbow Room as I had a gift card from the Welcome Wagon. We both had colours and cuts and both of us were extremely happy with the final product. Her stylist was Megan and mine was Mary. As someone commented, maybe not the tidiest salon but it was busy and most importantly, all the staff was very friendly, welcoming and made you feel that they appreciate your business. We have already booked our next appointments.

Arlene's is by far the most amazing place ever!.. She has the ability to find every ache and pain…read moreand melt them away.. my favourite place to go for massage here in Sechelt, (and now my hubby's as well!).. A must if you have the time!

From the owner: Arlene's on the lane is an experience. Specializing in Hair removal, Massage and Facials.read more

I used to go there for pedicures but last time I was "gouged" by the very young technician. She…read moresaid "got you" This caused bleeding and then a blood blister and a lot of ongoing pain lasting months. Go anywhere but this place!

Best place to get waxed that I have found on the Sunshine Coast! I've been a client for over…read more5years. Never had so many compliments on my eyebrows before!

I was thrilled with the makeup and hair services that I received from Mink for my recent wedding…read more My makeup artist was Tracey, who went above and beyond to make sure that everything looked perfect! During the trial she was very detailed and took lots of time to make sure that I was happy with the final look, and on the wedding day the whole team that came (we had a large bridal party, and Mink will provide more assistants to the main artist to make sure that you finish on time) was fantastic. What was important for me too was that everyone had very good hygiene standards when doing our makeup, so nobody was worried about cold sores or breaking out from contaminated product. Everyone's hair and makeup held up and we were done very efficiently. Pictures turned out great!! I'd definitely recommend Mink to anyone looking for a mobile hair/makeup service for their wedding party.

From the owner: Mobile hair and makeup services for brides, grads, special events, head shots, boudoir, fashion,…read morematernity, engagements and more! Also offering workshops for bridal hair styling and makeup for bridal.