Where to get a holiday beauty refresh in Indy

During the busy holiday season, don’t forget to give yourself the gift of some skin, hair, or nail self-care.

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The techs at City Nail Bar can bring every manicure in your Instagram saved folder to life.

For many people, the holidays mean lots of event invitations — as well as lots of stress. What better way to address both demands at once than by treating yourself to some beauty self-care?

Here are a few places around town that are perfect for all your aesthetic wants + needs.

Half Moon Brow Studio | Multiple locations
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing facial, tamed brows, or something more permanent like lip blush, Half Moon Brow Studio is all about enhancing your natural beauty in a peaceful, cosmically-inspired boho setting. Be sure to check out their carefully curated retail section as well.

Indy Massage Company | 4735 Statesman Dr., Ste. D
The 191 five-star Yelp reviews say it all: This is one of the best places in town to get your relaxation on. Don’t be fooled by the name; this business offers pretty much every aesthetic service under the sun, as well as 20+ different types of massage.

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Half Moon specializes in services that are so effortlessly gorgeous your friends will be asking you, “Are they real?”

French Pharmacie | Multiple locations
This boutique salon has an eye-catching Instagram feed thanks to the coolness and uniqueness of both its stylists and its clients — and in this case, Instagram does reflect real life. From vibrant, colorful shags to beautiful classic cuts (not to mention nails + facials), their team can tackle it all.

City Nail Bar | Multiple locations
With incredible pricing and super creative artists, this nail salon is one of Indy’s most beloved for long-lasting manis and pedis on natural nails. It’s also laser-focused on making sure all products are non-toxic and safe for your health.

We know there are dozens (if not hundreds) of salons and spas in town that didn’t make our first list — let us know what your favorites are and we’ll give them a shoutout next week.

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