We knew this day would come!
We have finally reached a point where vaccines are widely available. While there are some who cannot get the vaccine for health reasons, there are many more who are choosing not to get the vaccine for personal reasons. I believe that people should have the right to assess their risk and make their own decision, however, Essence will continue to enforce a mask requirement for staff and guests that are not fully vaccinated through June 1, 2021, as we have staff members that have not reached full efficacy yet.
We have chosen to implement our new protocols in 2-steps.

Beginning May 17, 2021
  • Guests should check in at the front desk upon arrival and use hand sanitizer or wash their hands in the restroom.
  • We will be asking if you are fully vaccinated-
o  If yes, you may choose to remove or wear your mask.
o  If not, please wear your mask while inside the building.
  •  You are now welcome to bring a beverage into the building.
  •  We will no longer be performing a symptom check upon arrival, but we ask that you reschedule your appointment if you are not feeling well.
Beginning June 1, 2021
  • Guests should check in at the front desk upon arrival and use hand sanitizer or wash their hands in the restroom.
  • Staff and guests will no longer be required to wear masks inside the building.
  • We will no longer be performing a symptom check upon arrival, but we ask that you reschedule your appointment if you are not feeling well.
  • We will begin offering drink service again.
  • We will resume offering paraffin hand treatments for $9.00.
 Retail and Checkout
  • Feel free to shop until you drop! We have many new items as well as our tried and true favorites available for you to peruse.
  • We still offer safe, touch free, expedited checkout by placing your credit card on file. This is totally optional. Our software system encrypts your card number immediately, protecting your identity.
  • We accept cash and we also accept checks from established clients
Please note:
  • We will continue to offer private room hair appointments through August for those who are not yet comfortable with the new mask rules. These appointments are offered in limited capacity, please let us know at the time of scheduling if you need this type of appointment so we can make sure your appointment is booked appropriately.
  • We also have a few express service options available in our hair salon. These services were designed last year for clients who were concerned about lengthy exposure, but they have proved popular enough to continue. Please ask for details if you are interested in scheduling an express service. Please note: These services don't work for every client/service.
Our commitment to you
  • A clean salon and spa.
  •  Disinfected tools and implements.
  •  Meticulous hand washing by staff and gloves when appropriate.
  •  Disinfecting wipes at all entry and bathroom doors
  • Hand sanitizer at every workstation and throughout the facility.

Please let us know if you have specific questions.
We look forward to seeing you and are
profoundly grateful for your loyalty and trust,
Kim Taylor