After seeing my hair and/or feeling my scalp, I have been asked by more than one person to provide…read morea review of my experience. I went to The Strand to Dottie Thornley for numerous haircuts prior to this experience. I enjoyed chatting with her, and I felt that she always did a nice job of cutting my hair. I have short, fine hair styled in a pixie cut. I wanted to try something new and asked about extensions. I admitted that I knew nothing about them, and asked her opinion if a pixie cut to a bob was possible. I showed her a picture, and she said - sure. No problem. I was charged $922.83. This included the hair, labor, hair cut and style, bottles of shampoo and conditioner, a used hair brush, gratuity and extra toner that she told me to apply to my roots of my hair for 10 minutes at home because my hair was "ashy." She applied the extensions to the sides and the back of my head, not to the top as I thought she would. I expressed immediate concerns about the result, and she told me the hair would lay flat and look better after washing it the next morning at home. I tried to keep an open mind, and did my usual wash and dry the following morning. It was a mullet. When I told her I was being called Garth/Joe Dirt by my friends (what can I say, they have a sense of humor), she said I could come in and she would take some length off before she left for vacation, which she did. It wasn't as mullet-like, but it still felt awful. My head looked like a doll's head of hair with clumps of hair poking out. The extensions became increasingly painful. I couldn't sleep because it hurt to put my head on a pillow with all the glue quills poking my head and the tension on my scalp. It felt like 120 overly tight, tiny pony tails on the back and sides of my head. I asked her about removing them when I went in for the mullet corrective cut, but she said she didn't recommend removing them. They hurt so badly that my husband and I cut each piece out. Now, I have 100+ tiny bald spots on my head. She offered to give me haircut credits on future haircuts to help me. She also said she doesn't offer refunds, and has mentioned something about signing receipts implies customer agreement to her no refund policy. She has also mentioned she keeps her costs low to help people. That is my hair extension experience from my perspective.

Dottie at The Strand is amazing! She is the only person I trust with my hair. Her coloring…read morecapabilities is on point and I never have a bad haircut from Dottie. Highly recommend!

Got my first Brazilian done here and it went great! I used the sensitive wax because my skin tends…read moreto react easily to things, but the redness had almost complete gone down by the time I left my appointment. 3 hours later and my skin feels completely normal with little irritation and no swelling or redness. The price was awesome for the service and I would definitely recommend this place:) The waxer was easy to talk to and made the experience a lot less scary then I thought it would be!

10/10 I would highly recommended! She is very nice & professional. Local, & black owned.read more

The reception was professional, clean, and the packets they give you to "freshen up" are so nice! I…read morelove that they ask for your music preferences and then actually put the music on for you. Great attention to detail! I also really like that you actually have the option to wax or sugar. I'm not picky, so my technician actually did both and I though the service was professional, quick, but thorough. I'm not a frequent hair removal gal but I\d come back! Street parking was hard to find so I ended up in a garage across the street which had a strange phone in/out system that I didn't love, but I didn't have to pay so I can't complain that much about that one little parking quirk.

I got my lower legs waxed for the first time EVER on Saturday. When I entered the shop, there was…read moreno one in the lobby to check in with so I hung around for about five minutes (I'd arrived about 10 minutes early, as the website says to do). There are Fiji water bottles in the lobby but no sign by them. I wasn't sure if they were included in the cost of the appointment or cost extra so I didn't take one. Maybe if I was bolder, I wouldve inquired. They sell a number of sugar scrubs and other products that you can use after your sugaring/waxing appointment at home. At 2:30pm, a technician came out with another customer who'd just finished and greeted me after closing out her appointment. I was definitely nervous but my technician put me at ease with light conversation and music (they let you choose what music you want when you schedule your appointment). I had initially made my appointment for sugaring but I was told that my hairs were too short and that wax would work better. I was a bit disappointed because I'd read about sugaring, but happy that my technician was able to provide good advice. It didn't hurt nearly as much as I expected it to. I was in and out in about 45 minutes with silky smooth legs.

High quality, hot stone massage. With a hot tub and a pool. How do you recommended? I heard they…read morewere moving locations, but I have not found the new location yet.

Booked a couples massage for a weekend getaway, what a relaxing treat!!!…read more Take the time to give yourself the gift of massage, feeling so energized and relaxed at the same time. Both of our therapists were spot on with their energies for the two of us and our needs. I would highly recommend making an appointment, especially if you are staying at the hotel, plus you'll get 10% off for staying at the hotel!!!

I was in great need of a full service Salon the help repair the damage done to my hair and help…read moreheal the damage I did to my feet. I called Hair Unlimited Salon and Spa, hoping that I could get that help and SOON! My FABULOUS experience started with the phone conversation with Frank. He went beyond the routine to work me into the schedule for Gel- manicure, unlimited Pedicure AND a hair rescue, all the same day! Brandy, the nail professional, was exactly that. Professional, compassionate and non-judgmentAl. I had damaged my left big toenail trying to do my own pedicure. She not only made them look lovely, she did it painlessly. I love the Gel-manicure She did for me. I have already rebooked my next 2 mani/pedis. Gail saved me from having to shave my head and start over! No exaggeration. My hair was so dry and damaged, it was impossible to work with. She listened to my explanation of the problem and concerns I had with my hair. Gail discussed options to repair the damage done to the cut and condition of my hair. I felt like I was truly listened to and understood. Gail did a MARVELOUS job with the wash; conditioning; cut and styling of my hair! Her advise on home care products was greatly appreciated. It was really a "Hair Rescue". I can't thank Gail enough for her time and skill. I have already booked my next hair appointment. I am hoping this is the start of a long professional relationship,

I was so nervous getting my first Brazilian wax, but Claudia made it feel super comfortable for my…read morefirst time and she was fast . I really recommend her !

Organic products! Organic spa! I got my mom a massage here. My husband is in the Marines, so we…read moremove around a lot, and I'm always looking for an organic spa. As a big consumer of Environmental Working Group (EWG) information, I know that what you out on your body is just as important as what you put in your body. Journey uses highly effective and organic products that get great ratings by the EWG's Skin Deep Database (they have a free app, download it.). As far as I can tell, this is the only green spa offering organic facials, massages, and waxing in Culpeper or the surrounding areas. For anyone who cares about the safety of their skin care products, I recommend Journey all the way!

I'm so glad I found this spot on Yelp while looking for a local waxing studio. Journey is a super…read moresweet and calm woman who knows what's she doing! She takes her time and makes sure there's no hair left where you ask her to wax. Very relaxed atmosphere and she's super easy to talk to. Highly recommend her and will be back for more!

Got my brows cleaned up here. They did a fantastic job. Minimal pain and redness. Thank you guys!read more

Because I'm an avid yelper, of course I went straight to yelp as a resource to help me find…read moreservices nearby. I've lived in the mosaic district 2 years this month (Dec.). I apparently attempted to try this business some time ago, thus I receive text alert coupons. I usually only wax in warmer months, pre-vacay, or prior to my annual girls trip. Im still not a real fan due to my horrible grow back struggles with ingrown hairs. Then after a positive experience elsewhere and my friend saying "waxing with consistency" will decrease ingrowns and your hair becomes softer, finer and takes longer to grow back each time. For this reason, I have attempted to continue on a schedule. I tried to book with Ms. Annie's a few times online. My account wouldn't work, so I called to get some assistance on this day. The young lady on the phone was in a rush. I wanted her to help get my online account working properly so I would have the ability to select any available appointments slots posted, service provider, and have option to cancel/ reschedule within limits posted. Instead of helping to get my online account working, she simply booked the appointment. I called back in less than 15 minutes to request a change. She said, I'll make the change, but you'll have a $50 fee whenever you reschedule. I was mortified! That wasn't really smart. The only thing it did was solidify that I definitely will never book at this business!!! Poor customer service and vibes!! Also the online scheduling system didn't work well at all!

Anna is amazing with skin analysis, facials and make up! I've seen my skin improve and often…read morereceive compliments. She also offer skin care and makeup application classes. Very nice vibe and personal service!

Angelie does a great job with my nails, both for fancy occasions and everyday. She is a…read moreperfectionist and the results show this.

Service was great... manicure and full set looks great! The lady was super nice. Recommend this…read morenail salon.

Love this place! Dr. Byrd has done an incredible job creating a beautiful and luxurious space to…read morepamper anyone who walks through the door! Absolutely recommend this spa, plus it's the only place in the area to get ZO Skin products

Bunch of con artists, she canceled my appointments because she said my black husband kind was to…read moredifficult. I had paid in advance $668 she stated she would give my money back never happened!!!!! Almost 2 months now, disputed and filed bbb claim.