GENERAL

We are conveniently located in midtown Anchorage on Denali Street just south of Benson. Please see our "Contact" page for directions. Arriving early for your appointment allows you to relax with something warm or cold to drink and greatly assists us in keeping a prompt schedule. As this is a time for you to escape, please respectfully leave your children at home and silence your cell phones upon entry. Gift cards for any amount are available and make a great gift for all occasions.

We do require a twenty-four hour cancellation notice. The day before your scheduled service, you will receive a phone call from our friendly front desk staff reminding you of your appointment time. If you find unexpectedly that you must cancel your appointment, direct cancellation and rescheduling at this time is greatly appreciated in consideration of your service provider. If reason to cancel arises prior to twenty-four hours before your appointment, please contact the front desk immediately.

When we have not been notified otherwise and are expecting your presence, you will be considered a "no show" for that appointment(s) if you miss it. We understand emergencies are a reality of life; however, if three "no shows" are credited to your name, we must kindly ask that you prepay for all future services.

Complimentary coffee and Aveda comforting tea are always hot and available for your enjoyment. Consultations, shampooing, conditioning, and the ever coveted scalp massage are provided for your benefit and are free of charge. With military identification, we are honored to offer a 5% discount to our service members and their families. Thank you for serving.

SALON/HAIR

Accent of Style is a certified Aveda Salon, carrying the full line of botanically-based Aveda hair care and styling products. These award-winning products uniquely crafted in the "art and science of pure flower and plant essences" are environmentally-friendly as well as high performance. Our other lines, Pureology, Schwarzkopf, and Euphora, compliment Aveda and boast excellence.

Accent of Style is proud to recognize Chris Evans, who recently was recognized as the "Hairstylist of the Year" by the Anchorage Daily News' Best of Alaska. This year, she is our torch bearer to Anchorage, representing the supreme excellence and reliability you'll find in each and every one of our hairstylists.

Smocks and robes are provided for your cleanliness and convenience. Our stylists are prepared to work creatively with you to achieve a certain cut, provide advice if you are in need of style ideas, or maintain an old favorite. In preparation for an up-do, plan to wash your hair the day before your scheduled appointment. Approximately twenty-four hours of wait is usually optimal for these styles.

SPA GENERAL

All our spa services are provided in a safe, comfortable setting with modest draping according to your personal preferences. Upon entry, you will be given a pair of slippers and offered something warm or cold to drink while you wait for your therapist. An early arrival is highly recommended.

After your spa service, you are strongly encouraged to increase your hydration for the next twenty-four hours. After a massage or facial, additional water intake will assist your body as it flushes out any lactic acid or other toxicity previously stored in your tight muscles and released during your massage. After a nail or waxing service, surplus hydration will aide in rejuvenating your skin and reducing any redness produced by exfoliation and/or hair removal.

Day of Beauty spa packages include a complimentary lunch and the option to change into a robe for an easy transition between your services. A deposit of 50% is due at the time of booking and a forty-eight hour cancellation is required to receive a refund.

MASSAGE

Please arrive fifteen minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to complete a detailed questionnaire and relax with something warm or cold to drink while you wait for your therapist. At subsequent appointments, these buffer minutes will allow your nerves to soften and your body to rest as you mentally prepare for your massage.

Your massage room and table will be warmed according to your preferences and you can expect to be comfortably and modestly draped with both a sheet and blanket throughout the entire massage. If you think of anything your therapist could change or add to increase your well-being and comfort, please let her know promptly.

Your therapist will discuss your needs and expectations prior to each session. You are welcome to be as specific as you can when requesting attention for problem areas. Your therapist is prepared to either completely lead the session with her own style and technique and/or create a custom massage according to your requests.

Before you make your appointment, take a few minutes to study our massage therapists' biographies and the descriptions of each type of massage they offer. When speaking with our helpful front desk staff, let them know which type of massage you are interested in receiving. This winter, we highly recommend either the hot stone massage or hot stone add-on. You'll be pleased with the deeply penetrating warmth that relaxes both muscle and soul.

Our massage therapists use Biotone massage creams and lotions, specifically formulated to leave your skin feeling soft and moisturized without a greasy feel. Environmental damage from the harsh cold, wind, and sun in Alaska may inspire you to come in for a massage if only to receive the benefit from the intensely hydrating and restorative properties of our crèmes. Although it is beneficial for use on the face, hands, feet, and entire body, please inform your therapist if you desire to be massaged without crème in any location.

Finally, for your safety and the safety of others, please refrain from making an appointment if you are experiencing any contagious condition, including the flu or a contagious skin ailment. If you have a localized, open cut or other wound, please bandage the area and inform your therapist of its location. Thank you for your consideration.

FACIALS

Accent of Style is currently the only spa in Anchorage certified to use and sell Murad skin and body care products, clinically proven effective. Whether you experience transforming results from a Murad facial or already know their esteemed reputation, our helpful esthetics staff would be happy to consult with you on which products would be best for your skin.

Facials are effective in treating acne, wrinkles, hyper pigmentation, dryness, and other environmental damages as well as slowing the effects of aging and increasing the overall health of your skin. Prior to your service, your esthetician will consult with you regarding your needs and goals for the therapeutic session. An elaborate sequence of customized steam treatments, exfoliation, extraction, massage, and application of creams, lotions, masks, and/or peels will produce highly desired improvement in the health of your delicate facial skin.

Additionally, the Murad Method heralds a holistic approach to skin care incorporating home skin care, exercise, healthy food and drink choices, and a positive lifestyle with habits of effective stress relief. Our estheticians are able to advise you in any of these areas for your wellbeing.

A gown is provided for you to wear during your service for your comfort and modesty. After your facial, your therapist can provide a brush or comb at your request and we encourage you to bring your make up if you desire to re-apply or touch up.

If you intend to accomplish one or more facial waxes in conjunction with your service, check with your service provider for their advice on the order and amount. Some combinations will limit the benefits of your facial. For your safety, you should limit your exposure to direct sunlight and refrain from tanning for twenty-hours before and after your service.

WAXING

We use Ceripil waxing products since they are gentle on the skin and very efficient in hair removal. However, if you know you have sensitive skin, be sure to let your service provider know. For optimal results, hair length should be within a range of 1/4 to 1/2 inch long. Hydration prior to your appointment encourages smooth hair removal and increases your comfort. Afterward, an increase in water intake will help restore skin to health and reduce redness.

For your safety, you should limit your exposure to direct sunlight and refrain from tanning for twenty-hours before and after your service. You should also avoid touching freshly waxed areas, as the dirt and bacteria from your fingers may irritate your temporarily sensitive skin.

If you use Alpha-hydroxy, Accutane, or Retinol please consult with your service provider to determine the best time to schedule your wax. Finally, waxing is contraindicated when you have had any microdermabrasion, chemical peel, or other skin treatment that has irritated the skin.

If you use Alpha-hydroxy, Accutane, or Retinol please consult with your service provider to determine the best time to schedule your wax. Finally, waxing is contraindicated when you have had any microdermabrasion, chemical peel, or other skin treatment that has irritated the skin.

NAILS

You can rest assured that we take sanitation very seriously. Because of our concern for your safety, our pedicure chairs and all instruments are completely sanitized before and after each use. We are proud to offer our guests top of the line pedicure chairs that include massage, heat, and reclining options. With your safety and comfort under our watchful eye, you are invited to be entertained by the Dish network channel of your choice on our flat screen televisions or listen to the music that most suites your tastes. If you would like, you may request our single pedicure room for your privacy.

We only offer elite nail treatments. Our manicures and pedicures are both luxurious and critically therapeutic for your health of your skin and nails. Please allow one hour for your Deluxe Manicure, to include an extended massage and paraffin dip, and one hour and fifteen minutes for your Silky Smooth Pedicure, which includes an exfoliating scrub, foot and leg masque, and extended massage.

Enjoy our exclusive single or double European massage pedicure stations as you treat your toes (and your friends' toes!) to some vital health and happiness. If you are especially in need of exfoliation and hydration to soften your winter soles, with or without color, we recommend the Buff and Soft Pedicure for optimal foot health. With a broad selection of OPI nail care, we are proud to use only the finest polish and products.

Disposable sandals are provided immediately after your pedicure for your hygiene and safety while your nails are drying. They are yours to keep or dispose of. If you prefer, you may bring your own open-toed shoes, being considerate of the need for all toes be exposed. You should allow as much time as possible, but no less than 20-30 minutes, for your nails to dry before re-covering them with socks and boots.

Please note that verrucae vulgaris (warts) contraindicate nail services.