OK, this is a bit of a drive from North Kingstown but definitely worth it. Revive is an Aveda salon in Portsmouth that offers hair cuts and color, waxing, massage, manicures and pedicures. The location looks bad - in kind of a strip mall next to gas station, but once you walk inside, you forget all about the outer world. The people are friendly (gotta love a place that offers you a complimentary glass of wine as soon as you walk in) and they know what they're doing. They are more than willing to take the time to discuss products, colors and styles with you - usually as they are giving you a complimentary hand treatment, or neck and shoulder massage. Their goal is to de-stress you and pamper you, as well as creating a fabulous look. I'm not a fan of the music changes - they've gone more pop lately rather than the calming, relaxing music of days gone by - but I keep coming back because their service and style is unbeatable. I've been having Melissa cut my hair for 5 years now, and have no intention of switching to anyone else. (I can mention her by name, as I book my appointments a year ahead, so there's no danger of her filling up her schedule with all of you. :) ).
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