Shear Artistry Day Spa And Salon

I have not been to this spa in several years but I have recollection of having the best facial of my life there. So when I was looking for a detox treatment and massage I decided to look them up again.
Cons: The facility is getting quite run down. The locker room is more like a closet and the locks are broken on most of them. There are large areas of paint chipping off of the doors in the treatment rooms. Part of my treatment was 10 minutes in the steam shower. Although very clean there was an odd mix of product in there. It was kind of like taking a shower at someones house which was weird. I would have expected a matching shampoo and conditioner/​soap presented in a «spa-​like» way (if that means any sense)
Also the shower walls itself had been cut up and then fixed with tape. There was a giant wad of white tapeline material stuck to the wall. It was also a bit chilly in the treatment rooms. The physical space was a bit of a turn off.
Pros: Thu was my therapist and she was very good. All in all she always referred to me by name and was very professional. I had the deepsea detox therapy with an additional 30 minute massage. The therapy was a steam treatment followed by a mud wrap. I was swaddled in a nice warm cocoon while Thu gave me a mini facial. That was a welcome surprise as it was not advertised. she also did a head massage where with aromatherapy oils. This was pretty intense with tingling bordering on burning sensation from what I think was peppermint oil but it was not unpleasant There was this awkward moment when I think she forgot to offer me water after the steam and before the wrap because she tried to give me water while I was trapped in the cocoon and she ended up spilling water all over my neck and chin. The treatment was very and had some additional things I did not expect that were a total bonus.
The massage was the greatest! She is very good at that service and seemed to know where my trouble spots were without even being asked.
The prices were very reasonable for the service provided.
I will most likely return for another massage in the future.

Stephanie is amazing! My hair is awesome, enough said! I’ve been coming here for years and everyone is amazing. I’ve tried the massages and the facials and they are so relaxing.

I’ve been coming to Shear Artistry for about 3 years now for one reason– the stylist Stephanie! She’s been a personal friend of mine for over 10 years, but as a hairdresser, she cannot be beat! The salon is lovely and elegant, and they offer tons of services. The prices aren’t too bad for the Avon area, as well. Ask for Stephanie!

When you move to a new area, there are a couple of things you need to know right away: Who will cut your hair and who will fix your car. It’s all about trust.
I was lucky to get a recommendation to go to Shear Artistry the first week I arrived in Avon. And I was even luckier to get referred to Stephanie. Now I have a standing 3-​week appointment.
Shear Artistry is a terrific salon. Everyone is super nice — and you can tell the vibe of the place because the clients and stylists all have an easy rapport. It’s simply comfortable to go there.
New or not-​so-​new to the area: I’d highly recommend Shear Artistry.

Won a gift certificate for a haircut and was lucky enough to be booked with Stephanie. I’ve been going to her ever since. She’s one of the few hairstylists that has been able to give my poker straight, coarse, thick, gray hair a good, lasting cut — and she even says she likes my hair! The salon staff is always gracious and accommodating, even when I get «senior moments» and mix up my appointment times. I have moved from Avon to Windsor, but make the 45 minute trip — it’s well worth it.

As a newer resident to the Simsbury area, I was in the market for a new hair stylist. I was recommended to check out Shear Artistry and after meeting Janina, the owner, she helped to schedule me an appointment with Stephanie. I have never looked back. Stephanie and all of the staff are very professional and accomodating. The always greet you with a smile and treat you to great conversation. I would highly reccomend Stephanie as a stylist and Shear Artistry when considering your salon and spa needs!

I LOVE Stephanie — she does a great job on my crazy hair. I also love the massages. Everyone is extremely nice — as soon as you go in, you are offered a beverage. I «discovered» it when my daughter bought us a day package back in 2006 and have been going there ever since! I highly recommend it.

Service sucks, Owner is rude and 1 hour massages are NOT 1 hour, more like 45 minutes. When booking for one service I got another and questioned it and then the owner yelled her head off on the phone and called us liars. RUDE!!!
Update– Owner has receptionist and other girls call and harass me after I complained to the BBB and am going to file a small claims suit, lied and made up accusations and contacted police and detective to say lies about a non profit animal organization which IS legally registered with the IRS doing good to raise money for needy animals, medical care, food, etc. Horrible is all I can say.
Clients do NOT come first and Satisfaction Guaranteed is a word that is NOT reflected upon as stated in the handbook, especially when you are harassed by owner and staff by phone daily.
I have been to many other day spas and had NO problems. Another problem was when I told my massage girl to NOT touch my lower back due to medical and she dug hot stones in my back anyway, then told her to stop and she said «sorry, I forgot». I have been in lower back pain for days and have to go back to the doctor.

I’ve been going to Shear Artistry for years. It’s charming location can’t be beat and staff members friendly, charming, and helpful. Ask for LEA! She rocks!