ACCOLADES SALON SPA in Highland Park - St Paul, Minnesota

Christine Meyer

So I brought my teen daughter in to Laura Nova for highlights. She was so happy and lived it. I asked her to write a review this is her review:

"My hair review:

I have to give a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️, Nova did an amazing job, she was very friendly, very careful (and mindful of the hair dye color) she did her best to make sure she didn't get the dye on me/my clothes. She was careful with not messing up my eye makeup,or accidentally grabbing my earrings (i was wearing hoops at the time). And for the hair, she did amazing! She did exactly what I was hoping for, and I was very pleased with the results. I would like to go back to get it done again for a lighter color, but so far, I love how she did!"

Erika Parvi

Try accolades!!! I tried this salon because of a Groupon I found (so glad I found it)
I felt very welcomed and comfortable at this salon. It’s not the fanciest salon but I like that because it feels intimate/comfy. Also huge plus for the big parking lot in-front 👍
The staff were very kind, my stylist was professional and talented, and I honestly don’t have any complaints. I would definitely come here again and will tell my mom to try Accolades!

Urban Refurbisher

Nova did a beautiful job on my hair color. I’ve had the full spectrum of reds in my hair over the years, but the one she did may have been the most perfect one ever for my skin tone. A beautiful chestnut. Even the highlights were well located and toned perfectly. Loved it!

Jessica Franklin

I had an excellent experience at Accolades with Nova, the best I have felt at a salon in a very long time! I booked my appointment a little incorrectly and she was happy to accommodate me and take all the time my appointment needed. She explained things really well throughout the process and made me feel comfortable. The hair cut was perfection and she made sure of it! I am so glad I got scheduled with Nova and I am so happy to have found someone who can cut my hair exactly how I love it!

Gerri Gefre

I booked four services to have a special mother/daughter day. Our experience was somewhat mixed.
First, I will preface my honest comments by saying from making our appointment, to checking in to our appointments to each service person - everyone was very welcoming and kind. The front desk person at check in was particularly pleasant. My massage was honestly not up to par by a long shot however. I got the sense maybe this person was unaccustomed to doing them? There was no discussion about what type of massage or what kind of pressure I would like. Although he did ask if I had any problem areas and I told him my shoulder. It was the softest massage I have ever had and I have had a lot to compare it to. In all honesty it did not remotely like a typical massage I have had anywhere else - around the world even. In fairness - I did not tell him to do it firmer as it was so odd - I didn’t think he was a true massage therapist. I probably should have spoken up and that is my bad. So, while he was very nice - it was disappointing and I would not go back for this particular service. Also, at times the noise level was very high. I asked at one point if we were by the break room and he said the shampoo bowls were right outside the room and due to the noise of doing that service - the people talk loudly to communicate. Not conducive to a relaxing experience. I walked out of the service not feeling like I just had a massage at all. However, he was a very nice person.
My daughter’s manicure experience was ok but the service provider said, she normally does hair and had never done a manicure on someone before….what I am thinking my massage guy perhaps was really a haircare provider that stepped in to do a massage but that is not his wheelhouse area.
We both had facials and that experience was quite good. She is talented and definitely had a lot of expertise on skincare.
The style of the rooms for the facial and massage were very nice inside and well appointed - so kudos for whoever styled them - well done!
So, in a nutshell - our impression was that Accolades strong wheelhouse is hair services, and that is their bread and butter service line. Massage and nails - not so much - although they offer them to show-a full suite of options. So, if getting nails done or a massage - I would go elsewhere. But again, very nice staff. So - it was a very mixed experience.

Lilly

I have been going to Laura Nova for a little over a year now and she does a fantastic job with my blonde hair every time! Whether it’s making it brighter for the summer or toning it for the fall/winter, I always leave feeling my best! 11/10 would recommend!

nancy ellis

It took me 5 years to find a hair stylist and my search is finally over! Sam is amazing, patient, took the time to talk to me and looked at photos of my prior hair cuts. Bonus: mini facial with my shampoo.
Love everything about this salon.

liberty kelley

I went to Alexis a while A while ago for a haircut and she did wonderful!! She immediately knew exactly what I wanted with my hair and I couldn't be more confident and proud. Thank you!🥰