"It's mine. . . created only for me, by me from special ingredients sourced from France." If…read moreyou've ever wanted to say that, now's your chance. Once upon a time, I used to take my Mom's perfumes and start mixing them just because I wanted to create an all-my-own, but soon to be in high demand, attention-getting scent. It worked. Sort of. I got attention, but the repercussions were not good, and it all stunk - the attention, the creation, the repercussions and the demands. But still, even after all these years, I've thought about doing it again. A new shop recently opened in Cary that took me back to those days. Escentuelle is a studio where anyone, working with the owner/professional perfumer, can create a custom scent. Although I didn't take that step, I spent a few moments speaking with Carolyn as she gave me an overview of the process, how she started in this uncommon business and the types of base fragrances that start things off. Some are essential oils, others are not, but for all, the fragrance notes once isolated, give a new perspective on the previously-thought ordinary. Because she had an upcoming booking, and her studio was set up for that, I had a preview and brief summary of what was in store for her group. It's part chemistry and part aromatherapy. Once the scent is created, a process that begins by picking a core scent and then gradually layering through to the top note, you can reorder it. There are some ready-made custom scents available if you don't have the time. Nevertheless, ninety minutes of time to get a unique fragrance seems like a reasonable trade off.

Imagine sitting down at the perfumer's organ, creating your own signature scent using all your…read morefavorite notes, but with an expert by your side to ensure the end result is wearable and delightful. That's the experience you'll have Escentuelle. I can't stop sniffing the wonderful, complex scent Carolyn helped me put together today. She is very knowledgeable, has a great "nose," and will walk you through the process. Whether you know a lot or a little about perfumes, you'll have a great time and leave with a scent to treasure!

I like Sephora better than Ulta Whjat I like most about Ulta these days is that you can order fron…read moreInstacart I get my hair care products from Ulta the K18 is pretty magical. It's also cool when it is delivered to yuor front door!

If you are already at the mall, see if they have what you need. However, I would opt for the…read moreCarmen Village location or online. Rated 3 stars because of the good customer service, but they were out of everything I needed! Tip: I found out that they get there shipments on Thursday.

You walk in the door and the black-clad workers descend like vultures pushing products you never…read moreheard of. They sell medical-grade products when they do not know the first thing about them. It is awful that this chain, and it is a chain, pushed so many aestheticians out of the cosmetics business. Medical-grade products belong in a medical setting. I would shop here only for convenience and know exactly what I need. It is all about making money. No ones cares if your skin breaks out, you are allergic or if you stink. Greed is not good.

My daughter needed something to cover her acne. So happy we went there. There was an amazing…read moreselection of everything we needed. Definitely would come back!

During covid 19 I requested a special blend 3 of Tom Fords minerale, oud wood and vanilla Tobacco…read morein one oz bottle. Erica did great job and shipped it now state fairgrounds flea market is closed. Yes I could try any online shop but I have used her oils which are highest grade plus supporting a small business owner in this pandemic is worth it. She even acquired Clive Christian which if you know expensive scents she got me a bottle. Please dont buy subpar scents at other places support Classy Fragrance. I'm new to patchouli and her oils make great lotions, hair spritzers, body mist and add to lotions etc. I'm so glad I found her at market and hopefully we will get back to normal and I can enjoy more scents. Best to you and yr family.

I've visited this location on several occasions. The staff here are pleasant and welcoming even up…read moreto closing time. I always find most things I need here. I shop here for Clinique products and Juvia's place lip glosses when in need. It's been a while since I've been here and it's almost time for another trip to Ulta. I look forward to my next visit.

I came here to get a blowout and use my $20 off coupon for my birthday. The girl did an amazing…read morejob. I also found a bunch of fun Halloween makeup. So of course I spent too much money. Also did waxing at the brow bar during this visit.

Very clean and well signaged store. Prescriptions filled on a timely basis and ready as notified by…read moretext.

Walgreen's in general are very nice to have. The management in this one is not super courteous or…read moreneighborly, but what else might you expect from a corporate conglomerate. They had buy one get one and did not honor it due to a system issue. Other than little things like that - related to the management, they certainly supply the Walgreen's items at their standard pricing. It's clean.

I love Lush products so much that I decided to apply for a seasonal position at this store! The…read morestaff here are truly so kind and knowledgeable. Every place has their pros and cons, but the staff at this store are definitely a pro. The size of the place is probably the only con. However, the staff do a lot to make sure it doesn't feel overcrowded and ensure that they have a comfortable amount of product on the floor at all times. Grab yourself a Scrubee and an Avobath bomb (my favorite products) and thank me later

Every time I visit this location, it's always a great atmosphere. Julian/Guilian was THE BEST!!! So…read morepersonable and fun to chat with. I didn't really know what I wanted coming in but left with what I needed. This lad made the most memorable experience! #Happy #Backtothefuturebathbomb

I haven't visited in a few months but this Saks has a great perfume selection with remarkable…read moreservice. The handbag selection was a little disappointing because I expected more designer bags. The shoe section is nice enough. Sadly, however, the mall where this Saks is located has many vacant stores. And many on the top floor are Mom and Pop-type stores. Kind of feels like a deserted mall in parts.

Review: A Gem at Saks Fifth Avenue Raleigh I recently had…read morethe most wonderful experience at the Saks Fifth Avenue in Raleigh, and I couldn't leave without sharing how incredible the service was. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was welcoming, but the highlight of my visit was easily the Creed counter. The sales associate was beyond friendly--truly professional, knowledgeable, and patient as I explored different scents. They went above and beyond to make the experience feel personalized and special. I walked away with some fantastic goodies and samples that made the visit feel like a true luxury treat. If you appreciate top-tier customer service and an inviting shopping environment, I highly recommend stopping by this location. A Note of Sincere Condolences It is with a heavy heart that I share my condolences regarding the news of this location's future closing. Saks Fifth Avenue has been a pillar of luxury and exceptional service in the Raleigh community for years. Losing such a sophisticated shopping destination--and the talented, friendly staff who make it so special--is a significant loss for the area. Thank you to the entire team for the years of elegance and excellence you've brought to our city. You will be deeply missed.