Beauty is big business on North Carolina's southern coast. Whether you want to look gorgeous in your swimsuit and sandals, wow 'em at a beach party, turn heads at the theater or just treat yourself to a total makeover, there are hundreds of professionals eager to assist you in accomplishing your goal. Besides feeling good about your appearance, you'll enjoy being pampered and fussed over. Choose from a menu of dreamy services at one of the fine day spas. Get a new do at a popular salon. Beat the blahs with a manicure and pedicure. Refresh your skin with a facial or microdermabrasion. Keep your suntan all year. Learn makeup techniques. Get rid of unsightly blemishes or spider veins. Go ahead, pamper yourself! This chapter includes listings of some of the area's favorite day spas and salons. Also see our Wedding Planning section for a list of salons and day spas that offer specialized wedding services and packages.
