Reviews of Smudge Beauty Bar (Spa)

Lia Bellefontaine

Everyone is very friendly and professional. Place is trendy and clean.

Ana M.

Great place to get your nails done and Harriet is super talented and professional! She won't disappoint you!

bre win

love andrea the hot blooded latina! super efficient and fast (particularly fun when she is working your bikini area...!) over twenty years of experience, and it shows. the spa itself is funky and well laid out. easy going staff, dermatologica products. i highly recommend!

Meghan Dailey

As a trans woman beauty parlours can be highly intimidating, especially when you’re first getting started. Brows are essential to help frame your face and Zoe did a fantastic job! She was kind, welcoming and professional and ensured my brows were EXACTLY the way I wanted them. Thanks a bunch! Alicia

Bilyana Anicic

I had Rachel do waxing for me and she did a really good job. 10/10 would recommend this place.

A Google User

Very first time here at Smudge! I had the pleasure of having Harriet do my nails. She was very polite and patient right from the start and was a honest person to bounce ideas off of. I had a special request to do something different with my nails and she was all for it! I got this awesome matching mani- pedi look and am very pleased with result. Very positive atmosphere from all staff as well, will come back again!

Valeria Herrera

Excellent pedi and service, beautiful décor, would return

Janice Whalen

Delightful experience

Mercedes Déziel-Hupé

Great experience! Staff is professional, the place is very nicely decorated and clean, and manicure is very nicely done!

Catherine Fitzpatrick

I had a good experience here. The staff are very professional, the decor is well done, and the service is great. Will visit again.

Anabel Lindblad

82/5000 Thank you very much Andrea Andaur, I love my Valentine nails, amazing service!!

Gabrielle Kedzierski

Wonderful service. Charming and SAFE premises. Courteous staff. Highly recommend.

Kaitlynne B

On my first visit to Smudge, I knew from the start that this will be the only place I'll get my nails done from now on in Ottawa. The welcoming staff, very COVID-safe environment, and beautiful interior exceeded my expectations (this was even before I got my mani & pedi done)! Nicole was my manicurist and she was so attentive, skilled, and honest. I had a lot of damage on my nails from my previous manicure. Though I was persistent on getting a gel nail done anyway, she gently gave me her honest opinion for my nails to have a break. In the end, I trusted her and she gave my hands & nails a much needed Paraffin treatment. I love how Smudge uses quality products from Canadian businesses, and has some that we can buy as well! I absolutely love the Macadamia Nut Lotion they have. I'm saving up to get my lash lifted there, so I'm looking forward to going back to Smudge soon! -Tiffany

Kelly B

I’ve been struggling with my eyebrows until i started going to Rachel she is amazing I’ve never been that confident with my eyebrows. She’s also really patient and actually listens to what you want. Overall amazing salon ????????????????

Jeannine Chenier

Was not aware of the prices prior to getting a gel manicure, along with "removal fees" even though I was getting another set of gel. Way too overpriced. Picked a nice light neutral colour that I was satisfied with, but not even a week later my nail colour somehow changed into a marbled ugly darker colour? Overall, not impressed with my $80 manicure.

Stéphanie Lanthier

We love our friends at Smudge! A great space to be pampered in the hood!

Miriam Farkas

I get shellac mani-pedis at Smudge. They are professional, high quality & v long-lasting. The people are friendly and easy going, the space is warm, welcoming and comfortable. Plenty of street parking. I highly recommend Smudge Beauty Bar!

Tia D.

I came across this place through google reviews while visiting town for the week. I needed a shellac manicure and mentioned to the lady on the phone that I already had shellac on. She took note of that and quoted me about $50. When I arrived, the lady doing my nails said there was no note of the shellac on file and that it will be extra. I didn’t look too closely at the manicure while she was doing it but once I left and had a good look, it was one of the worst manicures I’ve ever had. So much so that my co worker pointed it out the same day. Broken nail, uneven application, sloppy edges. It looked like I didn’t get anything done...between the shellac and an upper lip wax I paid $90! Definitely overpriced for the quality of work unfortunately.

HannahTrevor Willbury

Looking for a fast and efficient wax job? Definitely ask for Andrea! She is extra friendly and very efficient. Always a goos experience at Smudge!

Mikaela Smith

Harriet did my shellac manicure and was super friendly, professional and my nails look fantastic. See you soon, I’m sure!

Queen J

Miss Rachel”s service is top notch! The staff as a whole is quite friendly indeed. Impeccable cleanliness too! ????????????

Abby Dawson

This is my favorite beauty place in the whole city. It’s well priced, the staff is so friendly, the building is so cozy and it’s just so cute! I no longer live downtown and much rather drive 20mins than go anywhere else :)

Arianna Winsor

Favorite place to get all my beauty needs taken care of!!! Love the energy inside and all the ladies are lovey. Rachel always goes above and beyond ????????

Jasmine Vesque

I've been going to Smudge for a few months now and Harriet has helped me grow my nails so much!! The first time I went my nails and cuticles were so short and sad, dry and weak. She does a great job giving a proper manicure, they last a long time with no cracks and my natural nails are finally long and SO strong!

Patricia Pichette

I go to Smudge for all my spa services - mani, pedi, waxing and microblading. Rachel makes me feel at home and her work is always on point. The vibe of the shop is welcoming and cozy. The back waxing room has been redone with a fresh new look which is fun and trendy. I always look forward to going in for my appointments and recommend to my friends often.

Sara Cheng

I LOVE Smudge! The vibe is super cute and welcoming and it's always super clean. The staff are friendly and welcoming, but I dont trust anybody else in the city with my brows but Rachel!

Chelsea Kramer

Absolutely amazing! I have gone a few times now for pedicures and just love them! I brought my family there for my wedding nails and we were all very happy with the service & quality. I had six broken nails and they applied gel tips to disguise them - they were done perfectly!!

Vanessa B

Marc is a magicien with my hair, and the estheticians are really great as well (I normally go for waxing). I look forward to going for a Mani/pedi. The setup is really nice, laid back and welcoming. No stuck up people here. They also have great products on offer. Worth a visit if you haven't been yet.

Whitney Tushingham

What a wonderful experience we had for my mom's 60th birthday. Our first ever pedicure! A beautiful and relaxing environment. The Smudge staff really made our day. A big thank you to Mark for making our pedi experience extra special and to our lovely beauty experts Harriet and Kal! Will definitely recommend ???? ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Arushana Sunderaeson

Had a visit to Smudge Beauty Bar and really enjoyed m y time here! I had a mani and pedi, and the staff were very kind, and informative. They were very patient, and took their time to do the nails! I also love the interior of the beauty bar itself, with all the vintage accessories and plants! I will definitely be back !

Josie

The quality of Service ... Friendly, Professional, and Courteous.... I'm So Impressed. Can't wait to come back!!!!!

Autumn

Smudge is simply fantastic. The whole team is skilled and friendly; every manicure and pedicure I’ve gotten there has been perfect. (Courtney is a star!)

Alice van Havre

My daughter-in-law was thrilled with her mani-pedi today at Smudge. She opted for a shellac French manicure, with just a bit of extra pink. It looks fabulous on her. Thanks so much for allowing this experience to be truly a treat for her. I knew from experience that she would love Smudge!

Chantal Cléroux

Beautifully decorated and very relaxing atmosphere, love going here to get my nails done they always end up looking great and last me a long time. And they are great for waxing too!

Valarie Hartry

Booking online was very easy. Staff was professional and friendly. Thoughtful physical distancing and hygiene measures in place.

Isabelle Lemay

I went to Smudge for the first time last week and really enjoyed my experience. Staff were friendly and provided great service. I will be back!

Rebecca Lee

Really great service !! Everyone is so nice and welcoming ! The place is super clean and smells amazing and is very well decorated ! Very cute place. I went for an eyebrow lamination and a manicure and Rachel did an amazing job ! My eyebrows look amazing and fluffy. The manicure was very fun, she listen to what I wanted and the results turned out great !! I would definitely go back there!

missgday girl

Smudge was able to accommodate a same day gel mani, which is already an incredible thing! It's gorgeous inside and the staff is so friendly and so warm. I just moved here a few months ago and the owner noticed my 905 phone number, sat down and talked with me about how I liked the city and where I worked. My manicure was fabulous and it was the gentlest cuticle care I've ever had. I laughed the whole time I was there and I will definitely be going back.

KIm Murray

A beautiful, welcoming and peaceful space! Lovely eclectic decor with lots of beautiful plants and warm afternoon sun. I had the most relaxing facial there this afternoon and will most definitely be back. I am hooked ????

Alicia DiBattista

Smudge has one of the coolest vibes and aesthetics in town. The nail colour selections are great and the girls always make the best recommendations. Jessica never fails to do a fab job on my nails and always makes me feel right at home.

Amy Towle

Went for a lashlift. The salon is quite nice, although I was not impressed by the services I received. The lady who did my lashlift arrived 20 min late and did not seem like she wanted to be there. I dont think I will repeat.

tiff & em

a little pricey considering the staff was running back and forth while I was trying to relax and everyone seemed a little stressed. My hands and feet looked good though!

Alicia Henderson

Beautiful place, really nice atmosphere and friendly, skilled staff!

Sara Laviolette

I’ve been here twice and hands down love it. Hariette paid very close attention to my feet and they felt brand new after my pedicure! They always recommend products that help me and my skin. Beautiful atmosphere. Nice music. Comfy chairs. Very friendly, kind, positive people and space! Would highly recommend to anyone.

Sophia Medina

The smudge team and services are amazing! The beautiful team makes you feel comfortable as soon as you walk in through their openness and genuine interest in making you feel like a queen <3 The salon itself is as beautiful as the team. The decor is gorgeous and unique and really spices up the spa-experience in the best way possible ????

Olga Kirnos

Updating my review to reflect the conversation I had with Mark, the owner. I was really impressed by Mark's response to my concern when I explained the issue, I appreciated that he took it seriously and mostly that he was kind and receptive. Overall, my experience with Smudge has been that service providers are wonderful and kind. However, prior to my conversation with Mark, my most recent experience with Smudge's customer service was over the phone and I found the tone taken immediately was quite rude/impatient, and came across as condescending, even if it was not intended that way (there were issues with the phone line, but it wasn't handled very politely). I have also witnessed this kind of attitude when I've been at Smudge, and it just creates a negative atmosphere. I love supporting small businesses in my community, but I also think it's important to share negative experiences with other consumers, especially in regards to beauty bar services as some folks can feel quite vulnerable and not super comfortable in those environments, especially if the customer service tends to come across as impatient. In summary: the service providers are good, the customer service could be more patient and empathetic, and was impressed at the owner's response to my concern.

cassie davidson

Just received a wonderful manicure from Kal! The shop is clean, quiet, friendly, and I had very attentive service! I felt very "Covid Safe, with the sanitation procedures! You should go!

Rachel DeBruyn

It's small but cozy and so professional. Feels like a mini spa. It only took 45 mins to do gel manicure. Will definitely go back.

kim tracey

Courtney and Harriet were super nice and were great company during our appointment. I didn't feel in any way rushed and Courtney took the time to show me around the shop and some of the local products available. I'll definitely be coming back here!

Morgan Berson

I discovered Smudge Beauty Bar when I lived nearby and it quickly became my go-to for all my waxing and pampering services. Even after moving across town, I still find myself making the drive so I can enjoy the professional, fun, picturesque atmosphere that is Smudge Beauty Bar and all of its staff. You truly feel part of the family when you walk in its doors. Regardless of the service or the staff member, I always leave happy with the end result!

Amanda Rutgers

Always great service at Smudge! Beautifully decorated and stocked with a variety of interesting products.

Melissa M (Mel’s Hangry Table)

Hands down the best Beauty Bar in Ottawa! Everyone that works there is ultra talented and kind. The space is absolutely beautiful and very relaxing. The attention to detail that everyone provides goes above and beyond what you'd expect. I personally love all of the manicures, pedicures and facials that they offer :) Don't hesitate to book yourself an appointment at Smudge, you won't regret it! xo

Caroline B.

Smudge was so amazing! I loved Harriet my nail technician! She was so nice, and friendly! The salon is beautiful and the whole staff was such a treat!

Michele Girouard

Harriet is an absolutely amazing aesthetician!! She does such great work, I will never go to anyone else! Highly recommend Smudge Beauty Bar and Harriet!

Samantha Brazeau-Wilson

This place is great, the most warm and welcoming shop I’ve ever been too in Ottawa, maybe anywhere. I have been here many times over the last few years for nails and waxing. Professional and personal service, attention to detail, and the shellac is always done to perfection no matter which of their employees provides my mani & pedi. Harriet is absolutely the most pleasant service provider I have ever experienced, and Rachel is a riot, so much fun! The atmosphere seems to change with your mood, from relaxed and tranquil, to full of life and laughs. Great work!

Julian Marc Salon

First of all this place is beautiful. Mark, the owner, pours passion and love into every aspect of the decor and it shows. Just walk in to be transported to wonderland. That same beauty is present inside of every single person that works there, not to mention the immense amount of talent that they all possess. I had a manicure done that blew me away. Everything was applied with care and the finished product, deep red nails for halloween, with a blood drip accent nail was above and beyond what I had hoped for. 10/10 I am constantly recommending Smudge!

The Halletts

Harriet is the best!

Amber mcbride

Cute Place! Great pedicure and the esthetician was very friendly . My only suggestion would be to move the paint shaker as it's pretty loud when you're trying to relax during your foot treatment. Love my toes ????

Sandy Baril

Friendly and professional staff that deliver a great service! This is my go to spot for all my esthetic needs. The vibe is great and the store is beautiful :)

Amanda Wade

I LOVE LOVE this place. The staff are thoughtful, talented and kind. They are like a family and are always so welcoming and warm. They offer many different services and the inside of the shop is super cute and instagram worthy. This shop suffered from the pandemic so go help support them! And let your esthetician know you love your services by generous tips! They also sell dermalogica and many other awesome products and things here. Such a cool shop. Nothing but love for this place!!!

vero barnz

Great spot for a good manicure and pedicure. Friendly staff, good pricing.

Vivian Law

The team at Smudge were very professional and very good at what they do. Plus the atmosphere is absolutely gorgeous! Highly recommend!

Renee Descary

Very professional and sweet technicians, the place was lovely and didnt have that sterile feel of a regular nail salon at all. I got the Express gel nail and a pro30 facial and wow ! Will definitely go again to see Courtney.

Rosanna Crawford

Fantastic staff and services. The decor and quirky atmosphere is amazing!

Samantha McAleese

Beautiful space with friendly, talented staff

Keith Black

Beautifully decorated, good colour selection. Pedicure had great massage, and they seemed to be open to chatting or allowing me to read my book, which I like.

Salina Racine

Just had a great Shellac Manicure with Harriet, have been here many times and they never disappoint! It’s not like the other places, never rushed, super mellow and relaxed atmosphere The owner Mark is so friendly & kind. Can not recommend this place enough, a true Ottawa gem!

Samantha Abraham

Fave place. Highly recommend!

Amanda Gilbert

i would definitely come back because not only were there on time there was no wait for my appointment the cleanliness was superb Rachel was so polite and friendly i love my nails and will be a repeat customer

Melanie Allen

Amazing customer service. Staff is sensational. Environment is so unique and inviting. ***** 5 star

Juliette Mclaughlin

This place is wonderful. Kind and attentive staff and a lovely ambiance. So clean! I bring all of my germaphobe friends to this spa.

Emily Rose

The staff were so friendly and my nails look sooooo good! Look at me!

Anna Snow

Amazing service and precision technique on my manicure! Covid procedures were robust and loved the nail polish selection. Can’t wait to go back <3

Lauren Daily

I've been going to Smudge for a few years and have never received anything less than professional and amazing quality services. Yesterday was the first time I visited since they re-opened and all of the new protocols they have in place made me feel extra safe. On top of that, Rachel did a great job on my pedicure. If you're looking for a friendly Ottawa place to get your nails done (and, hopefully soon, brows!) this is it. Thanks to the whole team for doing such a great job adapting to the 'new normal' and still providing great services. You guys are the best!

Emme Reynolds

Amazing mother daughter experience. Went with my 5yr ols to celebrate back to school. It was a lively experience????

Sarah Toupin

I visited Smudge Beauty Bar for a lash lift and tint. The staff is very friendly and helpful. They make sure you are comfortable and the overall experience was great.

Miranda Roche

Staff are lovely and do great work.

Madison Lynch

I have mixed feeling about my first experience at Smudge last weekend. I went for a 60 minutes facial Cons - Service. They ask on their website to arrive 5-10 minutes early. My appointment was at 2pm on Sunday, so I arrived at 1:50. The door was locked and there was a note saying they were out for lunch. I came back at 2pm sharp, same situation. I had to wait another few minutes for the esthetician to open. She did not apologize for making me wait so long Then, she took 15 minutes to set up the room. I assumed she would just extend my appointment by the same time. She did not. My treatment ended up being 45 minutes instead of 60 and I was charged the same price. I was disappointed because for the price I should have picked an express facial. It felt like a waste of my money. - The application was ok. I was expecting the esthetician to explain a little more what she was doing. She did it at the beginning, then stopped. Pros - Great space. It looks amazing and polished. They sell quality products and the set up both for facial and mani-pedi is very inviting. - They used high quality products. It's perfect if you have sensitive skin like mine. I really wanted to like it but I’m not sure I’ll be going back or recommend it to my friends.

koreena king

I don't leave reviews often however I am truly dissapointed with the nails I got. After making a big deal between acrylic and gel, I was given gel nails. The manicurist huffed and puffed the whole time. My nails were uneven. I was willing to let it slide despite the high price. Not a week later I had a nail split. Now not 12 days in, 3 of my nails are falling off and I'm trying to hold them together with glue. Considering the price I paid, so-so service I received, and the quality of the nails...I will not be going back. There are better nail salons in Ottawa.

Avery Miles

What an awesome experience! This was my second time at Smudge Beauty Bar. Both visits were for a shellac manicure, but my review will only be for the most recent visit. Upon arrival, I was asked to sanitize my hands and comply with all public health guidelines, such as wearing a mask and maintaining a safe distance from other guests. Throughout my entire appointment, I felt safe. There was a plexiglass barrier between me and my aesthetician, Kal, who was amazing! Kal (aesthetician) and Mark (Owner) treated me like royalty and from what I could hear and see, all other guests were being treated in the same friendly, loving way. I really loved the fun atmosphere of Smudge- lots of hanging plants and merchandise/products displayed beautifully! My shellac manicure is absolutely flawless. Bonus: They have holographic effect powder that you can use with shellac! I can't wait to go back!

Emmanuel at Emm's Aesthetics

Their website didn't describe all of the services they provide - which is amazing. Smudge is different than any other beauty bars in Ottawa, their entire set up is just one room and is decorated like an IKEA room. Their staff was incredibly friendly and was eager to know me and most importantly professional. The two complaints I have is where they set up their reception, it's located at the back of the room, so I awkwardly had to talk while I was walking towards them; and their unwillingness for walk-ins or last minute appointments. But the facial I had was amazing, she guided me on what she was going to do and made sure that I was comfortable throughout the session. What really separates Smudge from the rest of the beauty bars is that they didn't try to recreate a get away trip to the tropics, but rather a more modern and chic vibe. Including their affordable prices (the facial was half the price I would have paid in a typical spa). Definitely recommend this.

julie lockman

Love the staff here and the owner! Very sweet & kind! I am never disappointed with my gel manicures. They definitely go beyond to make your experience the best! Thanks Hariett!! See you in two weeks! PS: I am usually hard to please as i am an aesthetician too, LOL

Amelia Dawn

Smudge is a cozy beauty bar with really cute decor! Their service is great. I went in for a lash lift with Rachel. And she was exceptional! I love the end result (lashes are still luscious and beautiful more than three weeks in). If you're thinking of getting yours done, go with Rachel. She's super friendly, walks you through the whole thing and she has a really gentle hand which is awesome especially considering it's dealing with your eyes!

Amanda A

High-quality manicure in a beautifully decorated spot.

Stacey Lavergne

I had my nails done at Smudge yesterday and it was a very lovely experience. At some other nail salons you can really feel like they are trying to rush through to fit in as many clients as possible, but not here! Harriet took her time with me and it really shows in the finished product. Lovely manicure!

Raghda Gemae

Fun decor, great service and attentionto detail for reasonable prices. You can't go wrong!

Joana Rousan

Smudge is wonderful, I have had consistently positive experiences there. Harriet always does my manicures and pedicures and she is absolutely wonderful! She is very detail oriented, precise in her work, and takes her time to make sure I'm 100% happy with the service. She is very friendly and makes me feel so pampered every time!

Agustina Vuletich

highly recommend, great service & very nice ladies, perfect service!

Sarra Yamina Torjemane

Koko rocks!

Megan Racicot

Happy with the quality of the services and friendly staff. Been going for years!

ola zemetro

So kind and attentive! Amazing price for the epic service and gorgeous location!! This was my first nail experience and it was so nice! Thank you, Smudge!

Kendyll Chapman

First time visit to Smudge and it did not disappoint. The inside is beautiful and the safety protocols for Covid they have in place, made me feel safe to be there. Had the pleasure of meeting the owner Mark who was so friendly and helpful and Nicole did my nails and I love how they look. She helped pick a colour for me and it was absolutely perfect! Definitely recommend Smudge Beauty Bar and I will absolutely be returning.

Maureen O'Neil

Both me and my partner have been going to Smudge for a few years now. The staff (hi Rachel!) are always so friendly and professional. They are flexible with booking or changing the service when I have needed to shift things around. The space is so cozy and relaxed it really makes for an enjoyable experience. All together always worth every penny!

Rebecca Armstrong

Highly recommend Smudge. So happy with the service that Harriet provided today on my first visit! Great atmosphere, too.

Nicole Patton

Super cute spa! Great eclectic decor with tin ceilings and vintage furniture. The Smudge team is very friendly and knowledgeable. Best lash extensions I have ever gotten! Highly recommend. :)

Harriet C

I cannot say enough about how AMAZING the staff and owner of Smudge are!! Friendly faces and the most incredible experience every time I walk in the door! Everyone is so kind and professional - they really do make you feel like family:) I would recommend this jewel of a beauty bar to anyone! Thanks for making this gal feel special!

Merrill O'Malley

Great pedicures today! The estheticians are thorough, professional, and very friendly. It is very clear that they are following all the infection control guidelines while still making the experience relaxing and comfortable for us as clients.

Mirna

Very good service, friendly staff, charming atmosphere. Will keep going back.

Josiane Lalonde

Loved my experience here, although it was a quick appt for a lash removal! Sweetest lash tech, and great atmosphere. I will definitely looking into more services there ! :) very satisfied

Eric Henderson

I loved everything about this place from the decor to the location to the amazing staff! They are very patient, experienced and have great taste! Everything was clean and smelled great. My favourite spot in town hands down.

Tessa Ryell

I have been going to Smudge since they opened several years ago! I love the space, the people and the services. I am always impressed with the attention to detail and level of commitment to quality-- I have gone back for a repair after making a mess of my nails after a manicure, and have been welcomed! The folks there make me feel like part of the family, and I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Brittany Logan

I'm so happy I was introduced to Smudge Beauty Bar. The space itself is beautiful - I'm just in love with the colors, greenery, the antique touches, and even their music playlists! And the staff? Perfection. Courtney is my go-to for my usual services (manicures, pedicures, and brow touch up and tint). She's super friendly, laid back, yet professional, and amazing at her job. I also really appreciate how the rest of the team go out of their way to talk to you and make you feel comfortable as a customer, even if you're not their client that day. You can really tell that the staff get along great and love what they do, which is really refreshing to see. With Courtney, I always leave Smudge feeling extra beautiful and fabulous! Oh, and be sure to grab a bath bomb (or two, maybe three) before you leave. You won't regret it! They also sell a bunch of other local items, which is awesome! Smudge is the best, plain and simple :)!

sophie st-onge

This was my first visit at Smudge and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It's ticked in to a little house but the inside is totally cute! The girls did a great job! Will be going back for sure!

Sara Rose Taylor

They did my girlfriends nails for her. Looks beautiful can’t wait to hold her hand 10/10 would pay for her to get her nails done here again.

Catherine C

Love this quaint and cozy Beauty Bar. Codie is the best! Mani/pedi/waxing services are great. The ambiance is really chill. A great place to relax. They also have a lovely selection of products for purchase, many of them from Canadian retailers. The owner is also super nice!

Irma Chard

Smudge Beauty Bar is the best nail salon in Ottawa! The salon is beautiful and the staff is professional, amazing and kind! Our nails are always perfectly done and the staff is meticulous. They have so many colors to choose from and the quality is excellent! We LOVE Smudge Beauty Bar and we recommend it to every person who loves manicures or pedicures!!

Isabeau Welter

had a fantastic experience with nicole she was so sweet and funny ! she did an amazing job with my waxing and gave me a fabulous shellac mani. i’ll be coming back for sure :)

JoAnn Dicker

This is my go to place, my happy place where I can stop and breathe, find calm while getting my glam on! Love it! Best staff eva!

Alexandra T

Andrea gave me a lovely manicure and pedicure for my Caribbean cruise. Comfy and cozy place. Staff is very friendly.

Audrey O'Brien

Went to Smudge Beauty Bar before my bachelorette trip to L.A to get a pedicure done and feel in love with the atmosphere there ! You just feel so cozy at peaceful. The staff are beautiful people with great personalities. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back soon !

Luna K

Such a warm and welcoming place that I love coming back to. Rachel and Harriet are skilled mani/pedi technicians who take their time to achieve the results you expect. Expect no smudges at Smudge!

Jennifer Huzera

I love coming to this place. Its amazing and all the staff are really friendly and helpful. I go to Nicole for my pedicures, manicures and facials and she is seriously amazing. I got my facial done today by Nicole and my skin feels great and I was able to get a skin analysis and the facials were relaxing. Cute little place in the byward market and worth visiting!

Eva Cruz

This place is top shelf!

Jennifer Frankel

11/10 experience with Harriet. It was my first wax, she made it stress free and the whole situation was super comfortable! I've recommended her and smudge beauty bar to all my friends! Definitely will be a regular!

Daravan Phimmanao

such an amazing experience today! I felt so welcome and comfortable + the services were amazing!

Gabriella S.

This place is absolutely amazing!!! I desperately needed a manicure, so they were able to fit me in at a last minute. As my luck would have it, I had to reschedule, again last minute, and the staff was very accommodating and understanding. When I arrived for my appointment, my esthetician took the time to pick the colour of nail polish with me and provided a very useful recommendation on what colour would go best with my skin tone. During the procedure itself, my esthetician was very diligent and always checked in with me if I like the shape of nails, if I like the length, etc. For the colour application itself (I had shellac), she was very thorough to ensure that it is far enough and that there is no big space between the cuticle and the polish. Just FYI, I find that some places just roughly slap on the polish leaving so much space in between, that a week later you already need to go for touch up as the nail grows out. Not at Smudge, she did a fantastic job! And to conclude on the overall amazing experience a really relaxing hand massage. I strongly recommend to go to this super cool place and get a fantastic, quality pampering experience!

Melody Gendron

Had my microblading by Coco I can not say enough fantastic thing about this young women She has such a beautiful bright welcoming energy. Very well educated on the procedure. Made sure I completely understood the after care. Made me feel absolutely beautiful when I left

Alisa Terrell

Great service and Karyn was super nice and easy to talk to! Really great atmosphere as well.

M. F.

If you want the best esthetician in Ottawa, go see Andrea Amour she is the best! I have unruly eyebrow and she makes me look like a super star. She's been waxing me for 15 years! Go see her at smudge Beauty bar!

Emily Kischuk

Horrible first impression!!! They have two signs in their display windows “come in and ask us about our walk in special!” Curious and willing to spend some money I enter only to find horrible hospitality.. the two girls were giving each other a pedicure and completely dismissed me saying “oh I don’t think there is one” now I’m confused and feel awkward/uncomfortable so I jokingly say “well what could it be, what could you offer ?” To my surprise she barks back “ they never told me anything so” Thanks for nothing :)

Adrienne Gaudreault

I had zoë do my manicure and she did an amazing job! Was super friendly and easy to talk too. Will be returning to see her 100%

Sue Macleod

I get my nails done here 1-2 times a month and I’m never disappointed! All the staff here are so kind and professional! The ambience is positive and warm, I get excited when I come in! If your downtown, you must stop in!

Shelley Milo

I just had an amazing experience with Jessica (i believe I should’ve asked) regardless, I’m so happy with how my nails turned out. She took her time, communicated with me about every step and made me feel so relaxed I wanted to fall asleep!! ???? thank you for supporting other local businesses as well, I admire your shop and can’t wait to come get my nails filled!!

Julia Deutsch

Cal was awesome! Will be back.

Sabrina Lutts

Smudge Beauty Bar has gorgeous original ceilings and many other charming things for the eyes to wander on. Karyn did a beautiful job on my nails and was lovely company during the relaxing process. If you want to pamper yourself I highly recommend coming here :)

Katie A

I do not recommend this place at all. I took the time to make an appointment in advance and there I waited more than 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, I got up and left. People with appointment later than me have arrived later than me and have passed before me. In short, a beauty salon that is far from having given me a pleasant experience. Thanks for wasting my time.

Fatima Tariq

I brought a group of 15 here for a Bachelorette party and was so pleased with the service and atmosphere! The quality of services is one of the best by far that I've experienced in Ottawa. I highly recommend Smudge for any event (the process is so simple to have a group event here), or any spa service. So relaxing and the staff are very friendly and kind! You won't regret your experience!

Michelle Rathwell

Estheticians but also a giant slumber party!

Virginia

Best spa in town!!! Amazing service!!

valerie Laviolette

I love Smudge Beauty Bar! They are always so welcoming and kind! They use Canadian made products and they give the most amazing mani pedis. They absolutely give you the whole experience and they never cut corners.

Gwendolyn Guth

Visited Smudge beauty bar for the first time and I LOVED the experience. From the homely feel to the excellent customer service I can definitely say I will be back! I have not been to a spa similar to Smudge since my studies in Kingston, ON and I’m so glad To have found it

Emma Short

I just went here for the first time with my friend for pedi's with paraffin and shellac manis, and we had an amazing experience.. the owner as well as all the staff are extremely friendly and personable. The place itself has an amazing vibe and loving feel, which after speaking to mark, the owner for a bit i can really see is a true testament to him as an owner. it is not a cheap place to go, but it is deffinately worth the money in terms of quality of service and cleanliness of the place, especially in our post-covid world. Thank you courtney and harriet you girls are rockstars! We will be back!

Erin Harris

Thanks to Mark and the rest of the staff at Smudge Beauty Bar for the AMAZING service provided for a bachelorette party on June 16th. All of the ladies were very happy with the treatments they received (manis/pedis) and the space is absolutely beautiful and perfect for an intimate gathering. If you want to plan an easy/stress-free bachelorette/girls day out - I highly recommend heading here!

Rob Anderson

One stop shop for all my beauty needs!!!!!!!! Only the best and most talented estheticians in Ottawa here.