What Is The Best Salon In Tewksbury?
This week's "Best of Patch?" feature focuses on looking and feeling your best.
Our second Best of Patch contest kicks off this week with a focus on looking good and feeling good.
Do you have a favorite salon in town?
Here is a list of salons in Tewksbury we've heard good things about. But if we're leaving one off of the list, please let us know in the comments and we'll add it.
Now remember, you can vote for your favorite salon in three ways. You can vote once a day in the poll. You can leave a positive comment about the salon in the comment section and you can write a positive review of the salon on the salon's Patch Directory page. You can get to the directory page of a specific salon by clicking on its name below.
Pepper
6:41 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Elements therapeutic massage is NOT a salon....salon is a place where you get your hair done
Lin
7:20 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Hello. Where is labella salon.
J Masson
11:27 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
In MGM plaza behind the post office
Melissa Leone
7:32 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Salon karma is the best ! I love it! Always leave happy :)
Elle J Belle
8:24 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Was that the one on _Tabatha Takes Over_? I thought it might be the one. I am looking to try that salon out, as I have fine hair with a lot of wave and I could use some fresh ideas!
Bill Gilman
8:10 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Lin you are right, LaBella is new so we didnt have a directory page for them ... but we will add them to the list. Pepper, I'm checking for a second opinion on Elements. If it was added in error we will take them out of this category.
DM
10:04 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Elements definelty just does massage. The salon that Tabatha took over was Touch of Elegance, which has since moved to a new location.
Mary
10:06 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
How about listing Fantastic Sam's. Good haircuts, wonderful hair stylists, and very economical prices.
Bill Gilman
1:54 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
We're going to include them under barbers.
Joan
10:17 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
Great :Lengths. Each person is styled to suit the individual and iit has a friendly relaxed atmosphere. No long waiting. Reasonable prices.
Erin
10:32 am on Monday, March 5, 2012
La Bella is AMAZING! by far best stylist and salon around
Colleen
12:33 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I love LaBella! Beautiful salon, great personal and they do a fantastic job!
Stephanie
12:36 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
La Bella has such a fun, laid-back atmosphere. I wouldn't get my hair done anywhere else. Owner and stylist, Alicia Forester, truly does what no others can do!
Betty Birkle
10:55 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
liar
T
2:06 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks is a GREAT Salon and Everyone is so friendly and they are very professional and the Salon has plenty of space, has lots of products to offer along with Nail,and Facial treatments and they make you feel right at home and do a GREAT job on your Hair..!!
Elizabeth
2:10 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
La Bella salon is by far is the best of the best!!! Best staff and the salon itself is amazing..... FIRST CLASS ALL THE WAY!!!!!
satisfied customer
2:21 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Edgardo's Hair Design on Main St. Eddie & the girls are the best!!!!!
ryan
2:22 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh looks is my favorite salon. Carly and juliette are the best!!!
Michelle
2:28 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I agree!!!
Michelle
2:28 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh looks is by FAR the best salon in Tewksbury! I personally have been getting my hair done by Juliette Turner for years, and I would never choose to go to another salon again. Great atmosphere, with a fantastic staff! Juliette, Carly, and the rest of the stylists at Fresh looks salon go above and beyond any other salon I have been to. LOVE THEM!!!
Karyn
7:03 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I agree....Fresh Looks is the best.....and their new location is spacious and beautiful. Toni's been doing my hair for 20 years....highly recommend!
Kayleigh
2:36 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks is the best salon! The customer service is phenomenal and the staff is great, especially Kassie. Donna is also great, her facials are to die for!
Lisa
3:16 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks is the greatest! Their new location in the Planet Fitness building on Main Street is so convenient. Kassie is awesome...she's been doing my hair for years...love her!
chris Gorman
3:21 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh looks is the best around. Great people and unbelievable hair cuts. Never a bad thing to say about it. :) they keep me fresh looking all the time. Thank u fresh looks :)
mark
4:21 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks is the all time best!! They are very respectful and they have an intelligent answer for everything! They have the best hair stylists in Tewksbury! They will also do anything to make their customers happy! I love Fresh Looks!! The owners, Sheryl and Denise, also do a fantastic job with their employees and keeping their salon looking FRESH ;)
Jen
4:46 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks definetly takes to cake for the best hair salon in Tewksbury. With their fabulous atmosphere, brilliant staff, and amazing products, Fresh Looks really brings out the beauty in their clients. One of my close friends got a hair cut from a different salon in Tewksbury, in which she absolutely dreaded. Sheryl, one of the managers, fixed her up good free of charge. The staff are very social, talented and professional. I wouldn't even bother trying a different salon. Go Fresh Looks!
Mia
4:56 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
LaBella is amazing! By far the most elegantly done salon around so tastefully done and the staff is even better
Elizabeth
5:52 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Agreed La Bella is not only elegant but the stylist are amazing!!
Christen
5:05 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I love the new La Bella Salon, my child goes to milestone next door so my daughter and I are now go their. I love the atmosphere with the crystals on the wall it is beautiful. What really impressed me more than how welcoming the hairdressers where and how beautiful it,is that they use all natural products. There isn't many salons that do that and I was so surprised and impressed.
Nancy Bonugli
5:23 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I can't say enough about Fresh Looks Salon. I always look forward to getting my hair done. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and the owners Sheryl and Denise are professional and very accommodating. I am never disappointed with any of the services I've received, whether I'm getting a facial a pedicure or a hair cut and color. You can always guarantee you're leaving the salon feeling good about how you look.
Marty
5:32 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks is the best
Mary
5:34 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Bill, Fantastic Sam's is not a barber. Although they have a big male clientele, they have a large woman's clientele. They not only cut & style hair, they color and do perms also. It is a full service salon. They also do hair removal (eyebrows, lips, etc.)
Jen
5:40 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
FRESH LOOKS SALON gives you a fresh look. Love it.
sarahm
6:00 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Aurora is by far the best salon in town . Only one I know that offers skin care facials laser hair removal botox and fillers and this new permanant makeup !
Deb
1:57 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Who the heck would ever go to a salon for laser hair removal, botox and permanant makeup?
kathy
10:30 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Who the heck would not go to a salon that offers skin care, facails, laser hair romovel, botox and permanant make up THAT IS UNDER A DOCTERS LICENSE! they dont just give you a cheap hair cut and throw you out on the streets. they treat you very well!
Maureen
6:49 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Fresh Looks is the place to go! I have known the owner for what feels like forever. She is a great friend and hair dresser. She has been doing my hair for 20 years! Try it out..you won't be disappointed!
Colleen
7:31 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
La Bella Salon!! It's new and beautiful and you leave feeling the same way!
Sam
7:31 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
LaBella all the way. Beautiful, new salon with friendly experienced staff.
Kerri
7:55 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I don't mean to offend anyone, but a certain salon that's being mentioned on here has only been open for about a week. I'm not sure how that qualifies them for the best of tewksbury. I believe that in order to become the best of a town, the salon should be up and running for several years, and not only a week. As a customer who has been to many salons in the area of tewksbury and the surrounding towns, I do not think that anyone can make a fair judgement off of one visit alone, especially during the grand opening of a salon where there are many promotions and discounts for haircuts, waxing etc, and any other services the salon offers. Furthermore, I believe that in order for a salon to become the best of a town they must be critiqued not only on the apperance, but long time clients testamonies, previous awards and/or recognitions. Again, this is a personal opinion and I do not mean to offend anyone who is a client at this salon.
Elizabeth
8:47 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
The woman who opened this salon has been working in town for years! The salon is an amazing high end salon .....this salon is operated with the best of the best !!! Good luck laBella ........your already the talk of the town !
Kim M
6:51 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I agree with Elizabeth. Alicia, the owner has been a stylist in town for 8+ years that I am aware of and I have been going to her for most of them. Though her salon has just opened, her career and her staff's careers speak for themselves. Her salon is just lovely and her success in this town will be guaranteed.
Janet
8:10 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I thouroughly agree with Kerri! How is it possible for a salon open only for a week or even two to have over 200 votes? So you're saying that over 200 clients have gone through those doors in two weeks? i find that highly unlikely. This seems to me that someone is having a field day talking to friends and family begging them to vote and not what actual clients have to say. This to me including the fact that they have only been open for only a few weeks is in no way enough time to qualify any bussiness to be a best of anything! This is extremely unfair to the salons that have been open for years and have put hard work and time into earning their reputations.
illegal alien
4:33 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
The voting will show their reputation, not excluding the competition. :)
Diane L.
11:49 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Janet, I agree with you. I am sure those girls are fabulous at what they do. But, in all fairness to the other salons who have been open for years, they should not be on this list this year, they should be established in the salon that they are currently in for a least a year to be judged best salon.
sarahm
1:50 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
agreed
Bill Gilman
8:15 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
In addressing concerns over potential voting ... irregularities ... I would ask our readers to trust that protocols are in place to address issues that may be detected. As for the inclusion of new businesses, we felt it would be unfair not to include them when we were trying to have a comprehensive list.
Elizabeth
8:51 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Totally agree a lot of customers know the owner of this salon and have followed this owner for years so I would say its fair!
Diane L.
11:53 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
This contest is for "Best Salon" not "Best Hairdresser". This salon has been open for what 1-2 weeks?? How can you honestly judge "Best Salon" in this amount of time?
S C
8:36 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
La Belle is one Classiest most simply Elegant Salons, I have gone to !! ~SC~
Lisa P.
8:40 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
It's a shame and very sad that certain readers took this fun and light poll and turned it negative. Just shows how classless and thoughtless folks are today -- it's too bad. As a resident of Tewksbury for over 7 years, I have been going to a stylist who is now at the "certain salon being mentioned". Although they may have only been open a few weeks now, they surely have appropriately and considerately taken along all of their clientele and brought them into a beautiful new space which is a very big accomplishment. The negative comments are made by pure inconsiderate readers.
Martha
9:08 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
My stylist (who is now at La Bella Salon) has been my stylist for 20+ years. I give this salon and the staff a big thumbs up for making the change and opening this beautiful new establishment. You have my vote!
Diane L.
11:55 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
AGAIN..... This is based on "Best Salon" NOT "best hairdresser" or "Newest Salon". You are making it out to sound like every voter is being negative about this salon. They are not, they are trying to be fair to the other salons that have been open for YEARS!!!
alex
9:21 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Salon karma is amazing. I searched for like 5 years before I found jordan and I'd neva go anywhere else!!
kerri
9:31 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
Salon Karama is great ....always looking good when I leave there! !!
Jennifer Shea Tveekrem Chisholm
9:39 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
I love Fresh Looks Salon. Juliette has been doing my hair for years and I always leave there feeling beautiful. My kids love getting their haircut there too. Great salon and great staff!
Chris M
9:40 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
So many great salons in town!!! Just because La Bella has been open for only a few weeks doesn't mean there staff hasn't been in town for a LONG time. I know this because I am a stylist there and am the least experienced of all(almost 9 years) but I do agree with how great the other salons are especially Aurora, Karma, Fresh Looks, Prime Cut and Compliments. All have very talented staff. I guess Tewksbury residents should just be lucky they will never have to go to far for a cut. -Chris M-
annie
11:55 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
chris, you are a true diplomat, i am sure you will do well, as you are an excellent sales rep as well , good luck to you and the salon from the best salon in town , FRESH LOOKS lol
Kim M
6:56 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Chris, you are one classy gentleman. I was so happy to see that you joined the staff at La Bella!!
Sheryl
6:02 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I agree with Chris. And thanks for the compliment. I am an owner at Fresh Looks. I have alot of friends that are very talented stylists who work for other salons in town. As Chris said, we are very fortunate to have so many great salons in this town. Lets keep this fun, and leave out the drama.
Ron M
10:05 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
My vote is for La Bella they have the best stylist in the World there. My Wife. she always cuts my hair exactly how she likes it.
Now she just has a Beautiful place to work in.
Social Media is the nature of business nowadays. any sort of poll will be dominated by whoever has the largest following. And that is only 1/3 of the Patches decision process i believe.
the Big winner is the Patch for drawing so much traffic to the site!
Good Luck Bill.
Stephanie
10:07 pm on Monday, March 5, 2012
La Bella Salon is full of stylists who have been in the business for many years. They have built a large customer base that has followed them into this spectacular salon. These stylists should be recognized for continuing their great work with their existing clients in a new and beautiful space. It says and means a lot that La Bella has been nominated after only being open a few weeks. Their clients have stood by them and want to see the stylists continue to thrive in a place in which they love to work.
A.Bella
1:01 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
La Bella is a great salon and has an awesome staff. They make everyone walking out of that place looking and feeling great about themselves. They deserve to be in this running. The staff has been working in Tewksbury for many years and now they have found there home. Anyone who thinks they shouldn't be in this running or that it's not fare that they are is in my opinion either scared of there success or maybe even a little JEALOUS of it. I am so proud with all they have Accomplished.
Salon La Bella is where it's at.
pat pappas
8:36 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Fresh Looks Salon is great. I have been going to Sheryl for years, the only hairdresser I have met that truly listens and does your hair exactly the way you want it. Even after moving to New Hampshire I still drive down for Sheryl to do my hair!
Lisa M
9:30 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Wow only open in February and already fully professionally staffed and the salon is simply gorgeous. I recently experienced an afternoon at La Bella Salon. The atmosphere was relaxing and breathtaking. The services met every expectation and the staff was extremely helpful and friendly. Kudos to Alicia for creating such a beautiful salon. I’ve been to a few hair salons in the area, and in my opinion, this is the best salon in Tewksbury and certainly worth my nomination.
Melissa Gleaton
9:59 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Carly and Juliette at Fresh Looks work wonders and could do it with their eyes closed! Great gals, great stylists.
Jillian S
10:11 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
La Bella Salon salons is hands down the most beautiful salon I have ever been in and the hair stylists are amazing! I have been going to Alicia for years now and have never been happier with my hair! Her salon is beautiful, warm, welcoming, and full of talented staff! What more could you ask for :-)
LM
11:03 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
my vote is for A Beautiful Day! They do a great job on your hair. It is a laid back, comfortable environment. They have some eco-friendly products available. They support local artists by hosting a different artists' works on their walls every few months. They've done fundraisers with the food pantry. They are involved with Finding a Cure with Fashion (this sunday at tewksbury country club).
mgrn89
11:40 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I just left LaBella salon!! loved it, beautiful and elegant, and very friendly. I have been with my stylist for over 25 years, and I love her too!!! I would follow her anywhere, and I have, but this salon seems to be the most relaxed I have been too in Tewksbury. Go LaBella!!!
Trisha Wilson Crosby
12:27 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Fresh Looks definately wins my vote!! Great team!! Great environment!! And I love my new look every time I leave!!
Shannon1
12:35 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Aurora Salon is such a warm, relaxing, professional salon with a great atmosphere. Everyone is so friendly and kind. My Stylist Jordan is amazing at blondes and his work. Ive followed him from when he worked in Newbury St in boston. 45min drive, is totally worth every penny. Go to Aurora Tewksbury
kathy
10:43 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
i agree! an amazing salon!!!:)
Meghan C
12:39 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Aurora Salon & Spa is such a great Salon. I can walk in and see any of there stylist and walk out feeling amazing. By far the best salon in Tewksbury. I'll never go anywhere else.
Cathy
12:44 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Michelle at Aurora Salon is GREAT. Best Color/Highlit and cut ive ever had in years. The Salon is gorgeous with a great enviroment. The staff is extremely professional and talented. Love it there
Patty White Cipriano
1:36 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Salon Karma is by far the best. I've been going to Jordan for years and she treats me with respect, listens to my wants, and is a ton of fun to be around. All the girls are fantastic, professional, and love their jobs- it is obvious in their work.
Dee
2:02 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
La Bella Salon makes me feel like I am at a high end salon on Newbury Street or on 5th Ave. in New York! Such a beautiful salon with amazingly talented and prompt service!!
Renee
2:02 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Ya I have to admit it is a bit ironic that there are a lottttt of Fresh Looks and La Bella's on here.
One: I have never heard anyone compliment Fresh Looks (not trying to be rude but this is the first)
Two: I have never heard of La Bella and I know of every hair salon and nail salon and town so seeing almost 700 votes for this, makes it kind of fishy.
But hey welcome to the real world where nothing is real.
Jillian S
2:16 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I don't know who Fresh Looks is but as far as LaBella goes they deserve each and every vote the have received. They are a new salon which is why you may not have heard of them...YET, but every hair stylist has worked in tewksbury for over 10 years, and they have loyal clients that support them! The salon is by far the most gorgeous salon in town, or in surrounding towns!
Kassie
6:27 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Not trying to be rude? Are you kidding me? It's too bad that some people have to be nasty, this was supposed to be fun.
Renee
8:28 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Sorry Kassie that you think that is nasty but I have heard so much negative feedback and it was just ironic that now I see all this positive. I mean maybe my friends' hair wasn't poorly cut or dyed wrong but I could be wrong and blind...
How is this suppose to be fun when it is businesses names being put out there and people are giving feedback...sorry that I noticed something off.
As for Jill ya it seems like it and that is really good for them and I will try to visit when I come back home it seems to have great employees. (ps not saying Fresh Looks doesn't but like i said. ironic.)
annie
11:10 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
people who never have anything but negative comments are usually negative people. i was always told if you don't have anything nice to say maybe you shouldn't say anything.
Renee
12:25 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
mhmm yes the one who is apart of the born this way foundation, Students Against Destructive Decisions, KONY 2012 (to stop Kony abducting killing, and forcing kids to kill other people)...i am really negative nancy over here doing nothing but ruin peoples lives.
honestly guys this is a poll and i can't believe i have to explain myself to everybody. Sorry if I offended anyone that was not my intention.
Cindy M
2:10 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Salon Karma is by far the best. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Tanya always know just what to do with my hair.
Cindy
Dee
3:12 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Let me tell all of you that Alicia, the owner and hair stylist extroidanaire, of LA BELLA SALON is by far the best hairstylist you will ever go to! I have left my hairdresser of over 20 plus years to go to her! She will amaze you too!
Jackie F
3:28 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
It is safe to say la bella salon will bring great things in the future! The salon and stylists are amazing. Anyone who says other wise needs to stop by and check the place out, it is clear by the amount of votes! I don't think anyone has a right to bash any of the salons the way some have been doing, we are all adults here. I understand it is a new salon but it just goes to show how extraordinary it is just opening up not too long ago and having that many votes! Personally I believe all the salons are great in there own way! But, if I had to choose I'd pick la Bella all the way! I love alicia i will NEVER go to anyone one else..if she's away I'd always go to her partner in crime Jamie!
annie
11:13 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
love to hear loyal customers , no matter what salon it is, good for you jackie
Lori
3:38 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
This poll is proving to not be fair. How did Salon KARMA go from having near 20 votes yesterday, to having 1,000 plus today? Something is not right here. Perhaps instead of spending their time rigging the system, they should focus on styling some hair. It's too bad when jealousy gets in the way of something that was meant to be light-hearted and fun. Maybe these people shouldn't let someone elses success cause such insecurities. After all, KARMA will come back to bite them in the ass....
Lisa
5:31 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
so true! I thought the same thing nicely said Lori
annie
11:14 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
come on guys lighten up, although it does make for interesting reading
Caitlin
3:41 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I would highly recommend Labella salon!! they are amazing at what they do! It's beautiful inside, and the staff are all so nice. By far the best hair stylist ever. keep up the good work guys!! can't wait to come get my hair done soon!
Tanya Graham
3:45 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Nicely Stated by Chris M. It is exciting to see this list of salons and to be a part of an industry in Tewsbury that is thriving! We are truly a community of Stylists and Salon Owners who are committed to excellence. Lets keep raising that bar!! It makes all Tewksbury salons greater.
annie
11:15 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
tanya, love your reply, awesome
Bill Gilman
3:52 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Deep breath everyone .... as I mentioned earlier, systems are in place to detect voting, ummmm, irregularities. And if (and let me repeat IF) that occurs, it will be weighed accordingly. That said, folks can vote once a day and leave a comment a day and even a positive review each day. So there are plenty of ways to help out your favorite salon.
Let me make this observation, it is clear that Tewksbury has some amazingly loyal and passionate salon customers and I'm thinking that is pretty cool for the local industry. You want your hair, nails, facial done right .... y'all come to Tewksbury.
Lisa
8:21 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
To my knowledge, as of end of business on Monday, you could vote, exit IE, clear your history/cookies, re-enter the site and vote again, and again, and again.....
Joseph P.
5:12 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
You can't really make a poll of best salon in Tewksbury. Most of the people who voted have only been to one of these salons. Most have never tried any other, making this poll inaccurate.
Just a thought.
Lisa
5:29 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
something fishy going on, can someone answer how salon Karma went yesterday from 40 over 1000 in just a day.. sad to even think people would not let the people of the community talk, instead of cheating your way to the top.
Michelle Forester
6:44 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
My vote goes to La Bella Salon, it may be new but all of the stylist working there have been around for many years and all have a full clientele. The Salon itself is beautiful and definitely something to brag about!
Nicole B
6:58 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I have been to many of these salons listed above, and once I finally found a stylist that I love I would never go somewhere else. I have moved with her to all the salons she has worked at, and now with a exciting new salon to call her own my vote has to go to La Bella Salon. There is just something about it that sets it apart from all the others around town. Good luck!
TiffanyB
8:11 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
What makes a salon are the hairdressers and although a salon may not have been open for years, la bella has experienced hairdressers that have had clients follow them for years. It is wonderful to see a new,elegant salon opened by someone who has been serving the Tewksbury community for years. I have been to aurora an salon karma in the past and although they are good salons, my preference is with the wonderful hairdressers of la Bella. I don't feel that there needs to be any bashing of other salons here ladies, this is a forum to choose the salon that you like and possibly refer to someone who may be looking for something new. I wish la Bella all the best. You keep being the classy ladies that you are.
Tewksgal
8:21 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Unreal.
tewksgally
8:37 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Really sad that a bunch of over inflated diva egos sent this thread down a nasty path. Grow up all of you. If you like your salon, great but keep it positive. There was no need to throw dirt around and get all pissy like 14 year old girls.
Diane L.
6:48 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Well Said!!! This awful rederick just makes the salons look like you would walk into a drama salon!!! Is that what this vote is for?? OMG...if you are that partial to your stylist then send her flowers!!!
Debbie
8:45 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Absolutely ridiculous this thread turned negative. What is wrong with the disrespectful readers who flipped this into a bashing forum? Grow up! Says a lot about yourself, and it's not a pretty sight.
Renee
8:53 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
i honestly wasn't looking for my comment to go haywire. i was just mentioning how surprised i was about fresh looks, i mean good for them if they are a good business obviously. i was just stating my life experience like all of you, but just mentioning how i have heard some negatives but if they turned it around thats great.
Diane L.
6:49 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Life experience!!! If you had any life experience you would also have a name!!
Katherine L.
9:09 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
Obviously Renee you were looking for your comment to go haywire since you have added three comments about the same thing. Talk about immature, grow up. This is a poll to lead potential clients to a good salon. Not for ignorant people to bash other salons.
Ignorant?
12:23 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Really, did you just call someone ignorant. Katherine, you are telling Renee to grow up? Take a look in the mirror.
Renee
9:31 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
because clearly none of you are mature enough to take my comment and not reply back so harshly. I do not know what more I can say for you guys to understand i was giving my life experiences like everyone else is. so why am i getting singled out.
ya so being a part of this community and trusting others advice i am giving my advice that i have not seen positive results at a certain hair salon. sorry they produced bad results i didn't do it. and so I don't want people making the same mistakes. but if they changed that is terrific then the more power to them. last time i checked i wasn't an ignorant person for posting people's experiences.
Chris M
10:27 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I forgot to mention the best nail tech this side of the mason-Dixon line. Lori W. from fancy fingers. Not only is she talented but she I one of the nicest people you've ever met.
annie
11:18 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
chris, i agree , lori is great
Chris M
10:28 pm on Tuesday, March 6, 2012
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Renee
12:33 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
FINAL POST:
I am truly sorry if I offended anyone, I was going off of what other people had said about the polling seeming off but I did not expect my post to create a big stir up. Sorry for any troubles and I wish all salons the best of luck in their future endeavors.
Sincerely,
Make a Difference
Beth
8:15 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I was at La Bella Salon last night having my hair done by the owner, Alicia. Although she does not usually work on tuesday nights, she stayed late to accomodate my schedule. Not many stylists would go out to their way to be so accomodating. Alicia is an amazingly talented stylist, always professional, welcoming, and wonderful. I have been a loyal client of hers for years, and I am so excited about her new salon. I have also been to many of the other salons listed in the poll, and can honestly say that none of them compare to La Bella. Alicia has taken her many years of experience and created a gorgeous salon with a top-notch team of experienced stylists. It's obvious to me, from the many childish comments I have read in this poll, that there are some other salons feeling threatened by the competition. so sad...
Alex Ro
8:25 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Sorry but this was suppose to be a fun post and shame on all those that have not done this fairly, I was looking for a new salon and sure wont pick the one on here not playing fair, you dont play fair then who know what else you do in your business. Its suppose to be fun but it also should be fair to all the other businesses in town. When a brand new salon has 1000 votes there is something wrong. So the hairdressers have been there for years, well so aren't some of the others on here. Also if you check the people postings for Labella they have never posted to a thing before which says it all. Talk about a shaddy way to do business and talk about free advertising. Bill I think this poll should be stopped/pull. If you allow this then makes me wonder it this site is more like the National Enquire than a site with true/real info.
Amber
8:27 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I just went to La Bella last week and it was amazing! I have also been to a few other salons on here and they just don't compare to La Bella....
Lisa
8:35 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Fresh Looks has never done me wrong! I love their new location and they have a full staff of professional dedicated stylists. Kassie has been doing my hair for years and she is the best, she is young and up to date on the latest cuts and styles, as well as being very good at men's cuts....love her and the entire staff!
Amber
8:36 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
People are posting about La Bella it's amazing and we all support the team! I have never used this website but I wanted to support the place and team that makes me look my best. The hair salon is nothing without stylist and Alicia and that team have been working in this town for 8plus years...people follow Alicia and whatever salon she works in and when you treat your clients like she does and make
Your clients look and feel fabulous we all will come vote for her! A salon is nothing if it doesn't have support and clearly people are just upset that La Bella had a big following even before the doors open and the amazing inside of the salon is just the cherry on the cake! Go La Bella and may Alicia and her team keep Us following in whatever she does! :)
Kristina F.
8:38 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I have been a client of Tanya Graham's (owner of Salon Karma) since 2000. I often joke that the husband has changed, but my stylist remains the same as she has not only done my hair since then, but she also styled hair for both my weddings. So I give a big shout out to Salon Karma and think they are fabulous, and always have been. For years people have asked me "who does your hair?" all the time. Anyone looking for a new salon to try should definitely give them a call. To address the elephant in the room- I absolutely cannot believe The Real Stylists of Tewksbury drama above. Yikes! Seriously? There was no need for any of it, except if you had a good or bad review of a particular salon you've actually patronized. Anything else just cheapens this forum down to garbage with no value and a bunch of hyped-up tempers. Take a big, relaxing deep breath and go do something positive with your day, would you?
Michael Iannacci
8:47 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Something about this poll is certainly not adding up. As a fat guy with the same hair style since high school, it is beyond my comprehension how 2855 people care about who does their hair yet only 286 people care about who makes their subs. Makes no sense to me.....
On a tad more serious note, welcome to The Real Housewives of Tewksbury Salons ...... YIKES!!!!!!
Michael Iannacci
8:51 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Oh and I'd like to give a shout out to the creator of that hair style.... whaddup Great Cuts in Malden. You're the best!!!!
denise
9:06 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
that made me chuckle...so true!
denise
9:08 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
also...i used to go to an expensive salon...but on a whim i went to Fantastic Sams, with my kids...we all got awesome hairstyles that have lasted longer than when i get it done at other salons...Thank you Beth!
Melissa Gleaton
10:07 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Perhaps the only voting that should be counted is the official poll vote. That's easily managed to one per ISP address per day.
Melissa Gleaton
10:11 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
@Alex Ro - Agreed. When there's nearly as many comments on an article about hair as there are on an article about tax increases and spending, it makes one shake their head.
Anne
10:54 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
As someone who has been to many salons in the tewksbury area, i have to agree that we are lucky to have so many great options in town! However, this is a best salon poll, not best stylist. Your stylist may an amazing top notch hairdresser, and you may have followed her around to the various salons she has worked at, but that doesnt make a great salon, that makes a great stylist. People are commenting on how there is cheating going on here, but it is almost impossible to do so considering you could track the IP address of the computer to see who has voted more than once, or "rigged the system" so to speak. I think the salons with such high votes are obviously doing a good job promoting the poll and having clients/friends/family vote for them, which is sort of the point now, isn't it? Just a thought. I for one am a client at Edgardo's, although I have friends who go to salons all over town. I commend Salon Karma for getting the word out about this poll, and getting their votes up, just as I commend Labella for doing the same. Yet, i cant help but wonder how people can question Salon Karma getting so many votes in such a quick period of time, when LaBella went from two hundred something to a thousand something votes in the same period of time. Like I said, I don't go to either of these salons, but I just felt like I should voice my opinion on the matter. May the best salon win!
Alex Ro
11:28 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Please see my post below. I was able to log off my internet, reconnect and vote twice in one day. Also I checked my ip when I was on and both times it was different. Sorry but I dont buy it. There are 30,000 peolpe in Tewksbury. That means about one out of every 15 go to the 2 winning sallons . How funny, this should have been a poll for April fools day. Shame on these 2 salons, this is no way to do business.
Alex Ro
11:09 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Hey Bill, I think you need a better voting system, I was able to disconnect from my puter, log back onto the internet and vote twice in one day. I have a feeling these ones that have 1000+ have not many customers and lots of time to do this ;)
Lisa
7:12 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I was able to do the same thing....over and over and over again. I replied to one of Bill's posts earlier today as to this problem but have not seen a reply. There is definitely a voting issue here.
Bill Gilman
7:17 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
There is a mechanism in place to alert us to voting irregularities or folks who cheat the system. That's why comments and positive reviews are also factored into the decision as to who wins.
Anne
11:52 am on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Judging by the fantastic comments for both of these salons, they seem like they do well enough that they don't need to sit there and vote for themselves repeatedly. That seems a little foolish to me. And any respectable owner wouldn't let that happen. Maybe they do just have a loyal clientele base, and loyal friends and family voting for them.
Lindseylaw123@yahoo.com
12:09 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I would like to coment on this..i know a lot of us stylists have clients from other towns. Not just tewksbury. So to quote numbers from just this town is useless, a client will follow a good stylist all over ,so weather its salon karma or labella were all great stylists, and to make this a smear campaign keep going but if you want to acknowledge there is some great salons in tewksbury drop the drama focus on promoting these great salons.
Lisa
12:48 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Love Fresh Looks Salon! Great staff everyone is friendly and now at the new location so convenient and gorgeous! Definitely recommend to everyone always love how my hair looks when I leave!
Jody P
1:28 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
As a stylist who has had the privledge of working with such talented people, some who have moved on. I'm so proud of your accomplishments. The bottom line is that we are all working to make people look and feel their best. Good luck to all of you. :)))
Chris M
7:15 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Love ya Jody P.
Ron M
7:20 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
No No No Chris...
I Love Jody!!
Chris M
9:33 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Back off Ronaldo!!
Jenn
2:33 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Elaine Dupuis at Prime Cut Hair Salon is the BEST!!! She is courteous and a master of her trade. My entire family goes to see her and I recommend her to my friends any chance I get.
Kathy Tsihlis Higgins
4:12 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Fresh Looks Salon is the BEST!! Best people and prices! I've been going to Sheryl for over 10 years and I have never been disappointed. Everyone who works there is so friendly and helpful. Would never go anywhere else!
Lisa
4:35 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I think this post should be re written to who's the best stylist in town. It has nothing to do on where you cut/color/style your hair its WHO does it. I have been to MANY salon its Tewksbury following the same stylist although through the follow some salons have been prettier than the others doesn't change MY STYLIST. La Bella salon is new in town but the following is coming from the CLIENTS mouths that are so overwhelmed in joy for Alicia and staff who have been serving this area for years) and can honestly say with being at many salon La Bella is amazing and elegant by far the classiest salon in Tewksbury. The staff is well educated, talented, professional, passionate people who will make La bella stand out from the others, finally nice to see an owner care about not only the surrounding's they work in , but more importantly making sure the staff is top notch to make LA BELLA a success so I know this wont be the only time LA Bella stirs up the completion watch out everyone they are ready to take off the town its just a matter of time you decide to check it out, and be hooked forever good luck guys congrats on all your success
Bill Gilman
7:41 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Point well taken Lisa .... but given that we dont have the names of the stylists, that would have been next to impossible.
southie
5:50 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Hey Bill bet you never thought more people would have voted in this poll then the primary.
Shannon Scopa
6:03 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
This entire conversation is ridiculous. Amusing, but ridiculous.
Amanda
9:15 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
laBella salon is amazing I am so glad that finally there is a salon not only classy and beautiful but the staff is caring and sooo talented .... Yet that is my opinion !!! I think. That it's hilarious that people are getting their perm rollers in a frizz over this ........Hairdressers work very hard stand on there feet all day ...... So geez Louise take it down a knotch people ........ Let's not take it personal......... Let's all be happy that everyone is passionate over their salon ... Welcome La Bella your the talk of the town already !!!!!!!
Amanda
9:18 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
I LOVE MY SALON AND MY HAIRDRESSER. AND THAT IS LA BELLA!!!!!!!!!!
Amanda
9:20 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Good luck to all the salons !!!!! Play nice people ....... Let's not take away from the hair work of all the amazing hairdressers and salons !!!!!!!!!!!!
Debbie
9:51 pm on Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Love LaBella ............ Love how the stylist care about their work and take pride in their integrity And wouldn't try to stack votes ....... Alicia has always worked hard in such salons as KARMA! SALON RENEE AND. AURORA ....so glad she has finally followed her dream and opened her own salon Best of luck to you and your wonderful staff!!!! Once all the votes are counted it will have no effect on LaBella they already are number one ..... Job well done LaBella !!!! Love it love it love it!!!!
Lisa
5:53 am on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Fresh Looks is amazing! Love Sheryl and Kassie! Best stylists I know!
malcolm nichols
6:57 am on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Just get a Flobe and save some $. This is why Shawsheen Tech is so big in Tewks, we produce stylist.
Sarah Austad
9:05 am on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Salon Karma. Love all the staff!
Stacia
9:34 am on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Elaine Dupuis from Prime Cut Salon is the GREATEST stylist. My husband, daughter and I all go to her. She is the only one I would trust with my hair and I would tell everyone to go see her at Prime Cuts Salon.
DM
4:18 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
I get it, Alicia and the crew probably use to work at Salon Karma. I will probably never go to either, too much drama!
Beth
10:13 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
i agree!
SD
5:56 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Im with DM, obviously salon karma and la bella arent that busy to be on here all day, to much drama. Ill go with another tewksbury salon.
Sam76
5:57 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Im with DM, obviously salon karma and la bella arent that busy to be on here all day, to much drama. Ill go with another tewksbury salon.
Carol Osterman
6:48 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
I vote Salon Renee to be the best SALON in Tewksbury. Renee is a master of hair color and design. She has been my hairdresser in Tewksbury for over 15 years now and she does such an amazing job running her business. The salon is always clean and bright and the clientele and staff are always kind and friendly. Salon Renee is one class act and deserves to be voted the #1 Salon in Tewksbury!!
Jenny
9:14 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Hi
Jenny
9:18 pm on Thursday, March 8, 2012
Hi. I'm sorry to be a jerk but there is no possible way 1200 people could have even seen la Bella to say it was the best salon or salon karma for that matter. This poll is useless and no one should win. Just because all your Facebook friends said its a great salon doesn't mean it is
Kate S
10:18 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
You're right Jenny... there is no way 1200 people have walked into any of these salons. And Sam76 is right, clearly these salon's can't be too busy to have the owners, stylists and whoever else voting all day every day. It's what the best salon is, not who has the most facebook friends. grow up.
A
1:03 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
DM & SD you really should stop bashing the salons cuz u really creating drama something you say you want to stay away from. Ha ya right go suck an egg.
Laryy
7:23 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
Roy’s Barber Shop is the best.
No nonsense grooming as it should be.
DM
7:59 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
A- I didn't bash any salon, I am sure that it is nice. But, this is completely out of control and completely filled with drama!
Jordan Lawler Mavrogiannis
8:19 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
I have tried to stay out of all this drama but its getting just foolish now,this was suppose to be a funand exciting thing to participate in. I think I can speak for everyone including myself at Salon Karma, that we wouldnt want to to win an award without earning it! We take pride in every Color, Cut, style, wax, ect we do. We have no reason to cheat or bash anyone or any salon, were all tryin to accomplish the same thing. I have been promoting this poll twice a day on my facebook and yes i have called all friends and have let all my clients know to come on this site and vote, but that is not cheating!! Whether we win or lose it doesnt really matter the real proof that we are a great salon is in our reviews, they dont lie! Good luck to all salons participating!
Lauren
9:03 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
Pretty sad that the number of votes in this poll and the number of people in town voting at the primaries last Tues. was just about equal....
Kate S
10:23 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
pretty sad that you don't know it was just a republican primary, in a democratic state, in a democratic town.. try to bring up a good point next time and maybe we'll listen
Beth
10:19 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
you think that you can win this thing when you have been opened for about a week? Impossible!! Will not be going there any time soon! Drama Drama Drama
Jenny
10:32 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
Unbelievable. Jordan has admitted to cheating. How can ur FB friends vote that u have the best salon if they haven't been. You didn't earn their vote. You got it from friendship. Blastphomy. Bill please take this poll down. In the words of fergie "no no drama, no no no no drama
Jiℓℓian
10:58 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
this is just silly everyone, cut it out :-)
aurorasalonandspa
11:06 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
Please take Aurora Salon and Spa out of the poll, If you are a fan of us please just write a review on our Facebook. Thank You
Bill Gilman
11:34 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
As stated in the article. The poll closed at 9 a.n. today. I am also closing comments.
amysnails
11:57 am on Friday, March 9, 2012
can you also remove Amy's Nails from the poll? We don't want to be a part of this circus anyway.