Biddeford, ME Beauty and Salons

Aesthetician Heather Genschel has carved out a niche of therapeutic skincare and relaxation at Sunshine Spa Treatments. The spa is sequestered in a brick loft overseen by The Studio at Island Point, so named for its location on an island on the Saco River Reservoir that is in turn balanced on an infinite stack of turtles. There, Heather refreshes skin exclusively with Bioelements products, which she deploys in tandem with the Jane Iredale therapeutic-cosmetics line to refine complexions and accent facial features. Her skin treatments can be likened to nesting dolls, with layered, surprise niceties such as massages or aromatherapy that collectively support an aim, such as cleansing skin on the back or uncovering a tattoo of a matryoshka.:m]]

At Kosmein Skin Care Center, aesthetician Karen Carey draws upon two decades of experience in cosmetic retail to revitalize visages with soothing facials. Custom treatments such as the goddess-themed Venus facial use Wilma Schumann skincare products to nourish skin with a blend of chamomile and geranium that packs enough restorative potency to return the Coliseum to its original splendor. Following treatments, Karen helps clients develop at-home skincare regimens to keep blemishes at bay around the clock.

The natural healers at Kosmetikos Spa & Wellness Center practice ancient therapies that enhance the body's allure and functionality. Valerie Veinotte, one of five licensed massage therapists, believes that each person is as unique as a meteorologist's snowflake collection and therefore customizes each massage with a blend of modalities such as neuromuscular, trigger point, and cranial sacral. Aestheticians integrate Guinot skincare products into facials and groom body hair with a sensitive wax that lifts hair and leaves skin unharmed. In addition to lavishing bodies, the center's professionals edify minds, hosting workshops and classes on topics such as meditation, reiki, and Pilates.

The stylists at Voila Salon and Day Spa accent their full spread of traditional salon and spa services with an eco-savvy twist. In addition to a reliance on organic haircare products from Surface and Davines, the team uses environmentally responsible cleaning products and shares a strong commitment to recycling. Even their building is recycled, as the salon and spa operates out of a renovated church.

Downstairs, a bustling salon accommodates haircuts and coloring services surrounded by cream-colored walls and sunny track lighting. A mere flight of stairs away, the second-floor spa welcomes clients to a quiet, secluded space where they can enjoy Bioelements facials and massages while daydreaming about ways to subvert world peace in their next game of Risk.

As a member of Associated Skin Care Professionals, Trish at R&R Skin Care Studio builds healthy and glowing complexions through essential oil-infused facials and body treatments. Her studio, which shares its space with a hair salon, uses natural products that haven’t been tested on animals or antique carpets.

The staff at Pigmenta Permanent Cosmetics believes that beauty should be effortless, which is why they've curated a selection of services designed to minimize time in front of the makeup mirror. Permanent makeup artist Julia enhances eyes and lips with hypoallergenic ion-oxide pigments custom-matched to the client’s skin-tone and cosmetic preference. Instead of relying on a machine or stencils, Julia performs the tattoo-like procedure by hand, allowing her to impart a soft, natural look and even mimic the look of individual eyebrow hairs. Meanwhile, lash specialists enhance flutterers with everything from semi-permanent extensions to lash dipping—a process that allows clients to ditch their mascara for up to six weeks. Pigmenta’s staff also invites customers to stop in for quick threading sessions, where sturdy lengths of thread allow aestheticians to swiftly remove excess hair from the face and brows or quickly sew it back on if the client changes their mind.