2024 Best Beauty & Wellness

Allergist

Allergy Partners
910-537-6515
allergypartners.com
Allergy Partners provides exceptional care for allergies and asthma. With a team of 140 top specialists, they have grown from a local practice to the largest and most reputable allergy and asthma practice in the United States. Collaborating to address complex issues, their shared knowledge allows them to deliver world-class medicine.

Assisted Living Community

Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall
910-769-7500
carolinabayatautumnhall.com
Offering a luxurious and comfortable lifestyle, Carolina Bay at Autumn Hall provides a range of living options including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. With a focus on personalized care and a vibrant social calendar, residents can enjoy a host of amenities such as gourmet dining, a fitness center, and engaging activities. 

Chiropractor

Active Care Chiropractic
910-791-9130
activecarewilm.com
Active Care Chiropractic emphasizes chiropractic care as part of an overall healthy lifestyle in addition to reducing the risk of pain and illness. Dr. McGraw and his staff help patients achieve and maintain optimal health through chiropractic adjustments and active release techniques.

Day Spa

Head to Toe
910-350-0444
headtotoedayspa.net
As the name implies, at Head to Toe, you can get the full-body pampering experience. From massage to facials and hair treatments to nail services and more, Head to Toe has got you covered. The Head to Toe team offers decades of industry experience to make you look and feel your best.

Dentist

Sarah Pless, DDS: Renaissance Dental Studio
910-726-9888
plessdds.com
Dr. Pless opened Renaissance Dental Studio in 2018 with a vision to create a dental office that is just as focused on client experience as it is on dental care. Bringing together the latest innovations in dental technology with a welcoming environment, Renaissance Dental Studio is revolutionizing dental care.

Dermatologist

Wilmington Dermatology Center|
910-256-4350
wilmingtondermatologycenter.com
Wilmington Dermatology Center is a premier skincare clinic offering advanced medical, cosmetic, and aesthetic treatments. Their board-certified dermatologists provide skin cancer screenings, acne treatments, Botox, dermal fillers, laser therapies, and more to help patients achieve healthy and radiant skin. 

Eye Doctor

Paul Vision Institute
910-256-6364
paulvisioninstitute.com
At Paul Vision Institute, Dr. Paul and his staff serve all the eye care needs of their patients. Paul Vision provides comprehensive vision and health examinations, glasses prescriptions and contact lens prescriptions as well as specialized care for macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataracts.  

Eyebrow Artistry

Hot Stuff Studio / Brows by Julie Lopez
910-833-1071
A graduate of Luxe Brow Academy in New York, Julie Lopez offers sought-after expertise in eyebrow artistry, including microblading and cosmetic tattooing. She works closely with clients to determine the best brow service to meet their personalized needs.  

Hair Salon

Salt Salon and Drybar
910-782-8070
saltsalonanddrybar.com
Salt Salon and Drybar’s team of 15 highly skilled stylists specialize in color treatments, haircuts, blow outs, and other custom treatments. Their stylists take the time to thoroughly understand clients’ specific preferences and deliver results that exceed expectations consistently.

Hospital

New Hanover Regional Medical
910-667-7000
novanthealth.org
New Hanover Regional Medical is the leading healthcare institution serving the greater Wilmington community. As a prominent regional medical center, they provide emergency care, specialized surgeries, maternity care, cancer treatment, cardiac care, and outpatient services, ensuring comprehensive healthcare for patients.

Local Pharmacy

Winter Park Discount Drugs
910-791-2346
winterparkdiscountdrugs.com
A departure from chain pharmacies, Winter Park Discount Drugs is a rare independently-owned community pharmacy that has maintained its small-town feeling. They offer a wide range of pharmaceutical products with exceptional individualized customer service.

Manicure/Pedicure

Unwind Nails & Bar
910-769-6233
unwindnails.com
As the name implies, Unwind Nails & Bar is a place where you can relax and destress while pampering yourself with custom nail treatments. They offer classic, express, and deluxe manicure and pedicure services in a tranquil and pleasant environment. 

Massage

Shine On Massage Therapy
shineonmassage.com
910-833-1044
Unwind, relax, and relieve stress or pain, all in a tranquil environment, at Shine On Massage Therapy. From a classic gentle Swedish massage to deep tissue to prenatal to cupping and more, the Shine On team offers everything massage. Their new location in The Cargo District also has an infrared sauna and cold plunge.

Med-Spa

BOUQ Skin
910-515-0398
bouqskin.com
The skincare services at BOUQ Skin will rejuvenate and transform your skin, allowing you to relax while achieving remarkable results. BOUQ Skin’s aerolase laser treatments target a variety of skin concerns safely, quickly, and with no downtime. They also do facials, microneedling, and chemical peels. 

Men’s Grooming

Locals Barber Co.
localsbarbercompany.com
910-769-8982
When men want to look their best, they go to Locals Barber Co, which specializes in men’s haircuts and grooming. Locals Barber Co. is a great place for haircuts, fades, tapers, straight razor shaves, and beard trims. They even offer complimentary beer for before or during your haircut.

OBGYN

Novant Health Glen Meade OB/GYN
910-763-9833
novanthealth.org
From family planning and fertility to women’s overall health, Novant Health Glen Meade OB/GYN is a trusted provider of women’s healthcare services. Their provider team partners with patients to address common and complex medical concerns, ensuring the best care possible.

Orthodontist

Port City Ortho
910-256-8590
portcityorthodontist.com
Some of the best smiles in town are attributed to the expertise of Port City Ortho. With specialties in Invisalign and braces, Port City Ortho understands that an enhanced smile elevates confidence and engenders lifelong satisfaction. 

Orthopedics

Emerge Ortho
910-332-3800
emergeortho.com
Emerge Ortho is a prominent orthopedic practice specializing in musculoskeletal care. Their team of orthopedic specialists offers comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for various orthopedic conditions and injuries, utilizing advanced techniques and surgical interventions to help patients recover and regain mobility.

Pediatric Dentist

Dimock Weinberg & Cherry
910-794-2266
ccpedo.com
This pediatric dental team offers a positive, educational experience, emphasizing excellent oral health for children ages 0-18. Their focus is on creating happy, healthy smiles beyond just cleanings and fillings.

Pediatrician

Hanover Pediatrics
910-769-4994
hanoverpediatrics.com
Hanover Pediatrics offers individualized, evidence-based care for children and adolescents. The staff value educating and empowering families to make the best medical decisions for their children. Hanover Pediatrics provides outstanding, responsive service to build a strong level of trust with their patients.

Plastic Surgeon

La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery 
910-338-5900
labellevieps.com
La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery offers exceptional cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. A highly skilled cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Church has expertise in various areas of plastic surgery, including breast and body contouring procedures. The La Belle Vie team is dedicated to achieving outstanding outcomes and creating natural-looking results.

Retirement Community

The Davis Community
910-679-9885
thedaviscommunity.org
The Davis Community’s 54-acre campus has everything you need to live a good life in retirement. Residents enjoy a plethora of on-site services, such as a convenient market and gift shop, common area for gathering, libraries, outdoor spaces, fitness facility, salon and spa, medical services, and much more.

Urgent Care

AFC Urgent Care Wilmington
910-769-8080
afcurgentcare.com
Open seven days a week, AFC Urgent Care Wilmington is Wilmington’s best urgent care facility for their professional, attentive care in a friendly setting. Rave reviews cite the promptness and thoroughness of their services along with the ability to either make an appointment online or walk in.