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Tranquility Salon & Skin Care

Tranquility Salon & Skin Care

Hair salon in Exeter, NH

Tranquility is on the street level of the historic Merrill Block on Water Street in downtown Exeter. The rooms have brick walls, high ceilings and a fireplace that is used in winter, and the back windows look out over the Squamscott River in warmer months. The setting is calm and intimate, with a neutral, relaxed feel.

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About

Tranquility is on the street level of the historic Merrill Block on Water Street in downtown Exeter. The rooms have brick walls, high ceilings and a fireplace that is used in winter, and the back windows look out over the Squamscott River in warmer months. The setting is calm and intimate, with a neutral, relaxed feel.

The salon describes itself as Exeter's first green salon. It says it uses products that are safe for skin, body and the environment, and that it chooses clean, environmentally safe technology. It received the Green Business Certification in 2011 and, according to its about page, is a member of the We're Green Certified program. The business also states a commitment to the environment and to the communities where its staff and clients live. A visit starts with a complimentary review of personal style needs for every salon service, and men's services include a complimentary consultation. Spa treatments are scheduled for one hour, two hours or a full day. Hair prices are starting prices: precision cuts and extra styling carry an up-charge, and extras such as a root smudge or additional color are charged separately. Every lightening service includes a finishing gloss or toner. Appointments can be made by phone or through the online scheduling service. Gift certificates are sold in the salon, by phone or online, and the gift boutique carries aromatherapy candles, bath and body products, handmade soaps, pottery and jewelry. The salon has a long-time resident dog, Penny, and a newer greeter, Ivy. Clients who would be bothered by a dog's presence during an appointment can ask to be told. Street parking is limited to two hours, with a municipal lot behind the building and three other lots within walking distance.

The salon reports several local honors. It says it was nominated for Business of the Year by the Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce in 2011, 2013 and 2014, and that Applaud Women Magazine named it a Best in Beauty winner in 2012 and 2013, including for skincare, microdermabrasion and ambience. According to Market Surveys of America, it was voted in several years from 2011 through 2019 for hair, facial and skin care, and massage therapy in Greater Stratham/Exeter. Exeter Patch named its manicure and pedicure service a winner in 2012. The salon also describes itself as the preferred salon and spa of the Inn by the Bandstand.

Customer service in a professional, distinctive setting comes first, with products and technology chosen for safety and lower environmental impact, and each visit begins with a review of the client's needs.

Calm, neutral and intimate, with brick walls, high ceilings, a winter fireplace and river views from the back windows in warm months.

Services

Final prices may vary.

Bridal hair and make-up, each with its own consultation booked about four weeks before the wedding.

  • Bridal Hair Consultation $125
  • Bridal Make-up Consultation $125
  • Bridal Hair $145
  • Bridal Make-up $145

Treatments aimed at skin concerns, including high frequency for acne, microdermabrasion and a customized peel, with a consultation first.

  • High Frequency Acne Treatment $20
  • High Frequency Acne Treatment series of 5 $80
  • Microdermabrasion Full Face $85
  • Customized Tranquility Peel $95–$125
  • Microdermabrasion with Facial $140

Facials from a light exfoliation to longer spa treatments, including dermaplaning, gua sha, oxygen and seasonal Eminence options, and a teen facial.

  • Eminence Facial Advanced Exfoliation $35
  • Dermaplane $85
  • Teen Facial $90
  • Eminence Seasonal Facial Autumn Forest $130
  • Image Customized Botanical Facial $135
  • Dermaplaning Facial $140
  • Gua Sha Facial $140
  • O2 Lift Oxygen Facial $140
  • Eminence Customized Organic Facial $145
  • Tranquility Spa Facial $160
  • Eminence Relaxation Treatment $170
  • Eminence Rejuvenation Treatment $195
  • Eminence Extended Classic Treatment $215
  • Deluxe Lip Treatment $25
  • Jade Roller Enhancement $25
  • Aromatic Scalp Massage Facial Add-on $30
  • Bright Eyes $30
  • Gua Sha add-on $30
  • Dermaplane Add-on $40
  • Gua Sha $30
  • Eminence Seasonal Facial Autumn Forest Facial $130
  • Customized Botanical Facial $135

Shampoo and styling, dry cuts for women, and special occasion styling, with starting prices that vary by hair needs.

  • Shampoo & Style $53
  • Shampoo, Cut & Style $73
  • Dry Cutting for Women $83
  • Formal Hair Styling $90
  • Full Curl or Flat Iron Style $90
  • Paraffin Hand Treatment $15
  • Additional Color Remix $20
  • Hot Tool Add-on $20
  • Root Smudge $25
  • Aromatic Scalp Massage $35
  • Color or Highlighting Repair Elixer $35
  • Color Overlay $35
  • De-mineralizing Treatment $35
  • Hair Therapy Treatment $35
  • Each additional color $20
  • Demi-permanent Gloss & Style $110
  • Single Process Color & Finish $130
  • Frame/Mini Highlight & Finish $165
  • Color Process & Cut $170
  • Partial Highlight & Finish $190
  • Full Highlight & Finish $230
  • Partial Highlight & Cut $230
  • Foilyage with Finish $240
  • Balayage with Finish $245
  • Full Foil & Cut $270
  • Foilyage, Cut & Style $280
  • Balayage, Cut & Style $285
  • Single Process Color, Partial Highlight, Cut & Style $310
  • Corrective Color Price at booking
  • Double Process Blonding & Finish Price at booking
  • Beard Trim $20
  • Edge Up $20
  • Brow Tint $28
  • Beard Color $35
  • Head Shave $40
  • Men's Haircut $40
  • Color Camouflage $45
  • Gentleman's Extraordinary Cut $50
  • Cover It All $75

Scalp-focused treatments in Express, Relaxation, Awaken and Extended versions, each with a cleanse, exfoliation, scalp treatment and massage.

  • Japanese Head Spa Express Treatment $129
  • Japanese Head Spa Relaxation Treatment $159
  • Japanese Head Spa Awaken Treatment $169
  • Japanese Head Spa Extended Treatment $209

Grooming for areas such as ears, nose, brows, neck, shoulders, arms, underarms, chest and back.

  • Manscaping Ears $15
  • Manscaping Nose $15
  • Manscaping Brows $25
  • Manscaping Neck $25
  • Manscaping Shoulders $35
  • Manscaping Underarm $35
  • Manscaping Arm $50
  • Manscaping Stomach & Chest $50
  • Manscaping Back $70
  • Manscaping Back & Shoulders $80
  • Ears $15+
  • Nose $15+
  • Brows $25+
  • Neck $25+
  • Shoulders $35+
  • Underarm $35+
  • Arm $50+
  • Stomach & Chest $50+
  • Back $70+
  • Back & Shoulders $80+

Shaves, beard and mustache shaping, line ups and beard washes, including a shave with a facial.

  • Add a Beard Wash $10
  • Just the Mustache $15
  • Line Up $20
  • Beard Shaping $25
  • Beard & Mustache Trim $28
  • Gentleman's Classic Shave $35
  • The Extraordinary Shave $45
  • The Extraordinary Shave & Chairman's Facial $90

A men's manicure, pedicure and a customized facial designed for men's skin.

  • Gentleman's Manicure $32
  • Gentleman's Pedicure $50
  • Gentleman's Customized Facial $135

Split end repair and smoothing treatments, including Brazilian Blowout and Keratin Complex.

  • Split End Repair add on to any color or cut $25
  • Brazilian Blowout REWIND Add-on $45
  • Split End Repair $75
  • Brazilian Blowout REWIND $95
  • Brazilian Blowout $225–$275
  • Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment $330

Packages that combine a haircut, massage, facial, manicure or pedicure into a spa visit of two to three hours.

  • Gentlemen's Express spa package $135
  • De-stress Detail spa package $230
  • The Interview Special spa package $280
  • Gentlemen's Express $135+
  • De-stress Detail $230+
  • The Interview Special $280+

Prom make-up, special event application and special occasion hair.

  • Prom Make-up $70
  • Special Event Application $80
  • Special Occasion Hair $90

Waves, curls and retexturing or straightening services.

  • Partial Wave $125
  • Soft Curl or Body Wave $150
  • Designer Wave $175
  • Retexturing/Straightening $190

Styling and make-up for wedding parties, flower girls, junior bridesmaids and formal or simple looks.

  • Temporary Eyelash Enhancements $20
  • Flower Girl Hair (9 and under) $65
  • Wedding Party Simple Style $75
  • Junior Bridesmaid Hair & Make-up (10 to 12 years) $100
  • Wedding Make-up $105
  • Wedding Party Formal Style $105
  • Wedding Party Hair Straightening or Curling Iron Set $105
  • Air Brush Make-up $175
  • Flower Girl's Hair - 9 Years old & Younger $65
  • Simple Style $75
  • Junior Bridesmaid's - 10 to 12 Years Old, Hair & Make-up Services $100
  • Formal Style $105
  • Hair Straightening or Curling Iron Set $105

Photos

  • Merrill Block historic brick building housing the salon
  • Storefront with striped awning and salon window signage
  • Hanging Tranquility sign on the storefront facade
  • Front window with Tranquility lettering and salon interior view

Meet the team

Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.tranquilitynh.com (opens in a new tab)

Highlights
  • Treat and Design hair service that opens with an aromatherapy scalp massage using essential oils and ends with full styling
  • Japanese Head Spa treatments in four lengths from 45 to 90 minutes, customizable for calming, energizing, detoxifying or hair growth stimulation
  • Tranquility Spa Facial with pre-heated hand mitts, foot booties and an aromatherapy hand and foot massage
  • Corrective skin series of five treatments with the sixth free, beginning with a consultation and skin analysis
  • Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment, described on the site as formaldehyde-free
  • Bridal, wedding party and prom styling, with on-location service available
Good for
  • Clients wanting a customized facial
  • Acneic skin
  • Men wanting barbering, shaves and grooming
  • Bridal parties and wedding guests
  • Teens (Teen Facial)
  • Natural, curly hair
  • Clients wanting a long, unhurried spa session
  • Color with a haircut included
  • Full-day spa visits
Treats
  • Acne
  • Acneic skin
  • Gray coverage
  • Hair loss and regrowth
  • Split ends
  • Unwanted hair
  • Hair removal
Techniques
  • Balayage
  • Foilyage
  • Multidimensional foiling
  • Highlighting and lightening
  • Demi-permanent gloss
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Chemical peels
  • Dermaplaning
  • High frequency treatment
  • Gua sha

Products & treatments

  • Eminence, including the Pure Forest Collection
  • Two gentle, professional hair color lines
  • Pure botanical hair care products
  • Brazilian Blowout REWIND
  • Keratin Complex
  • Gift boutique: aromatherapy candles, bath and body products, handmade soaps, pottery and jewelry

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