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Back “Behind the Chair”!

Award-Winning Salon Owner
Returns to Her First Love

BEDFORD, NH—Heather Owen, owner and art director of H2O Salon Spa Boutique, is thrilled to announce that she’s back “behind the chair” at the award-winning salon in the Bedford Grove shopping center on South River Road.

After a long bout with illness related to undiagnosed Lyme disease, Owen is looking forward to returning to the salon and designing hair besides continuing to manage the business.

Heather Owen, Owner/Art Director
at H2O Salon Spa Boutique in Bedford, NH

“Hair design is my passion,” she said. “I’m excited to be back in a hands-on position behind the chair besides running the business, and look forward to seeing all of my clients.

“Over 18 years, H2O has earned numerous state and national awards. I believe it’s because of our philosophy of treating every client as a VIP, our culture of ongoing education for our stylists, and that we use and offer only the best, most natural hair and skin-care products in our salon,” Owen said.

In 2020, the salon spa expanded to include an upscale boutique with jewelry, clothing from international designers, high-end handbags, and other accessories you won’t find anywhere else.

Accolades include being named Best in New Hampshire three times by New Hampshire Magazine; being selected by Elle magazine as one of the Top 100 Salons in the U.S.; and sweeping three categories in the NH A-List City Voter competition from NHPTV. The salon was named a Business of Excellence by New Hampshire Business Review. H2O Salon Spa has been featured on WMUR TV’s New Hampshire Chronicle, and spotlighted in Boston Voyager magazine online.

Call 603-641-3050 or see http://www.H2OSalonSpa.com. H2O is in the Bedford Grove plaza on South River Road, between Panera Bread and Bed Bath & Beyond. Instant gift certificates are  available online.

                                                                       

Don’t Miss Out on H2O Salon Spa Boutique’s BIGGEST SALE of the Year!

TWO DAYS ONLY! Friday, November 27 & Saturday, November 28, or Pre-register Now

H2O SALON SPA & BOUTIQUE, GREATER MANCHESTER, NH–Like the holidays, the biggest sale of the year comes only once. Buy the latest haircuts and hair color, pampering facials, eye-opening lash lifts, lash & brow tinting, full body waxing, glamorous hair or makeup, salon and spa packages, and more.

Save big for your holiday gift giving with discounted Gift Certificates! Or just stock up for yourself at this special rate!

  • Buy $50-$99, get 10% free
  • Buy $100-$149, get 15% free
  • Buy $150 and up, get 20% free

You don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving weekend to snag this great deal. Now, through November 28, you can pre-register by calling us at 603-641-3050. Why pre-register? You’ll save big–and avoid the wait.

You can pre-buy for the entire year–up to $2,000 max–and get up to 20% free. That’s as much as $400 in free services and/or boutique items at the award-winning, H2O Salon Spa Boutique! It all adds up to a beautiful–and smart–you in 2021.

H2O Boutique

Come in and shop the H2O Salon Spa Boutique! Items include luxury clothing, Italian leather handbags, and unique jewelry. Exclusive only to the H2O Salon Spa Boutique, discover items you won’t find anywhere else in New Hampshire! H2O Salon Spa Boutique is your destination for one-stop shopping for all of your holiday shopping needs!

Boutique Door-Buster Deals, Both Days! 

On Black Friday, November 27, and Small Business Saturday, November 28, we’ll have door-buster deals in-store only! Save big on your holiday gift giving, or stock up on top-of-the-line products and boutique items for yourself. Shop local, shop small, with H2O Salon Spa Boutique!

Shop in Your PJ’s, 24/7

Shop instant online gift certificates from home Black Friday, and Small Business Saturday until midnight, on the H2O Salon Spa website: h2osalonspa.com

It’s so easy to take advantage of these tremendous deals at award-winning H2O Salon Spa. Call 603-641-3050 today to pre-register for holiday gifts for family and friends–or yourself.
We predict 2021 will be a beautiful New Year!

P.S. Schedule your holiday and New Year’s services now–appointments are filling up fast! 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com.

H2O Salon Spa Boutique’s Commitment To Your Health and Wellness

H2O SALON SPA BOUTIQUE IS WORKING WITH EMPLOYEES AND CLIENTS TO FIGHT POSSIBLE SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS in Bedford, NH. H2O has a track record of 17+ years of award-winning, safe services, with a 100% rating in sanitation inspections from the NH State Board year after year. We are in an industry that already prioritizes cleanliness, and we have taken even further drastic measures. It is important to know that your health and safety is a priority for us—as well as continuing to provide great service and a pampering experience.

“H2O Salon Spa Boutique released a safety plan in early March 2020 to ensure that H2O clients and staff felt safe and relaxed before, during, and after their salon experience,” explains Heather Owen, owner of H2O Salon Spa Boutique. March 8th 2021 New Hampshire adopted Universal Best Practices.

UPDATED March 1, 2022

For the continued safety of our staff and our guests, H2O Salon Spa Boutique continues the following listed COVID safety precautions.

  • Guest touch free, motion-sensor hand sanitizer upon entry.
  • NH updated face-mask recommendation February 28 and no longer recommend universal face-masks for people in indoor, public locations, unless a person’s required to wear a face-mask for their specific situation. You have a right to choose. If you wear a mask we are too. (We have Masks available if you need one.)
  • No-contact guest payment is available, apple pay, credit card, or purchase an online gift certificate prior to your visit is available.
  • H2O staff are washing hands before and after each guest.
  • H2O Staff are disinfecting all surfaces before and after each Guest: wiping down stylist stations, styling implements, stylist chairs, shampoo bowls, shampoo chairs and shampoo hoses with disinfectant before and after each guest.
  • We have removed magazines.
  • We will be updating this list according to any new information from the governor, and the State Board of Cosmetology.

“Sanitized for Your Safety”. As New Hampshire restrictions relax, we want you to know our sanitation procedures will remain the same. Keeping you safe is our top priority. Reservations 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com
H2O Salon Spa Boutique continued to work during ‘Stay at Home Order’ to keep you safe, and received Sanitation Certification from Barbicide April 23, 2020.

“Our clients are like family, we’ve spent 17+ years getting to know one another” said Heather. “We love seeing each and every one of you at H2O Salon Spa Boutique and keeping you safe is our number one priority.”

To help clients and staff feel safe, we’ve made a new service routine that accounts form the time a guest steps into the salon until they leave. In addition to our guests, we are also taking measures to keep our staff safe in this challenging environment. Heather said. “It’s just a matter of managing demand and staying healthy.”

We all have families, and we want everyone to stay healthy. Updated CDC Isolation Recommendation. If you have traveled in the past 5 days: Internationally (outside the U.S.), By cruise ship, or Domestically (within the U.S.) outside of NH, VT, or ME on public transportation (e.g., bus, train, plane, etc.) or If you have come into contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. Isolate for 5 days, and be symptom free for 72 hours before visiting us. If a guest has signs or symptoms of being sick, we reserve the right not to service that guest and to reschedule for a later date.

“Self care is important”

“H2O Salon Spa Boutique is in the business of helping people relax and feel good. We’re trying to create a positive environment,” Heather said. “Clients come to us for that positive experience. You can get some TLC with a relaxing hair cut or hair color that can ease the anxiety associated with feeling shut-in and disconnected.”

Plus when you feel good, you look good! Helping you maintain your personal appearance to boost your self-esteem and make you feel good is our pleasure. We look forward to seeing you for your next appointment, book online at h2osalonspa.com or call us at 603-641-3050.

Come visit the new H2O Salon Spa Boutique!

Featuring designer denim ‘Jeans Bar’ with brans like Joe’s Jeans, Hudson, and Paige Denim. You will also find Luxury Designers from around the world, that you won’t see anywhere else in New Hampshire!

Black Friday & Saturday Sale

H2O Salon Spa Boutique Black Friday & Saturday Sale

Don’t Miss Out on H2O Salon Spa’s BIGGEST SALE of the Year!

TWO DAYS ONLY! November 29 & 30, or Pre-register Now

H2O SALON SPA, GREATER MANCHESTER, NH–Like the holidays, this sale comes once a year, but you don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving weekend to snag this great deal. Now, through November 27, you can pre-register to buy the latest hair cuts and color, pampering facials, eye-opening lash lifts, glamorous hair or lash extensions, custom air-brush tanning, makeup, salon and spa packages. Why pre-register? You’ll save big–and avoid crowds.

Newly Expanded Boutique

H2O Salon Spa Boutique Luxury Leather Handbags

Shop the newly expanded H2O Salon Spa Boutique! New items include luxury clothing, handbags, and jewelry. Exclusive only to the H2O Salon Spa Boutique, find items you won’t find anywhere else in New Hampshire! Curated from the LA and NYC Fashion Districts. H2O Salon Spa Boutique is your destination for one stop shopping for all of your holiday shopping needs!

Shop in Your PJ’s, 24/7

Shop instant online gift certificates Black Friday, and Small Business Saturday, on the H2O Salon Spa website: h2osalonspa.com

  • Buy $50-$99, get 10% free
  • Buy $100-$149, get 15% free
  • Buy $150 and up, get 20% free

You can pre-buy services for the entire year–up to $2,000 max–and get up to 20% free. That’s as much as $400 in free services and/or products at the award winning, high-end H2O Salon Spa! It all adds up to a beautiful–and smart–you in 2020.

Boutique Door Buster Deals, Both Days! 

H2O Salon Spa Black Friday SALE

On Black Friday, November 29, and Small Business Saturday, November 30, we’ll have door-buster deals in-store only! Save big on your holiday gift giving, or stock up on top-of-the-line products for yourself at these special rates. Shop local, shop small, with H2O Salon Spa!

It’s so easy to take advantage of these tremendous deals at award-winning H2O Salon Spa. Call 603-641-3050 today to pre-register for holiday gifts for family and friends–or yourself. We predict 2020 will be a beautiful year!

P.S. Schedule your holiday and New Year’s services now–appointments are filling up fast! 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com

You, in Living, Blooming Color

Spring is busting out all over, from head to toe. Don’t we all look forward to beating the winter blues and grays with blooming color?

Master Stylist Selma says color is very fashion-forward this year, with lots of pastels and other trending colors—just as in clothes and spring accessories.

Spring Hair Color Trends H2O Salon Spa NH
Best Hair Color -New Hampshire Magazine, as seen on WMUR-TV. Hair by~ @bianca_h2osalonspanh 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com

“Lilac is very big for spring, as is silver, pink—not fuchsia, but softer, baby pink,” she says.

Think Easter eggs, tulips, the movie Frozen (still big), teal, orange or raspberry sherbet, fantasy colors—My Little Pony. Even polka dots if you please.

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Hair by~ @selma_h2osalonspanh 603-641-3050

Color may be temporary, or semi-permanent. But, especially after winter’s drying heat, don’t try this at home. H2O Salon Spa has the know-how and the professional products that can treat and moisturize your hair as it’s colored.

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Reservations 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com

(Oops! Does that DIY dye job look like you did it yourself? Get in here pronto! We are the experts on color correction.)

Color for the Ages

Don’t worry, ladies of a certain age—if you’re not ready to mix it up unicorn-style, there are well, not 50, but many trendy shades of gray including silver, and they’re fabulous.

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According to Selma, the new grays are a beautiful way to transition your tresses if you’re tired of covering up those telltale strands every three to four weeks.

“It’s a way of enhancing what you have with minimum upkeep. We match your undertone, so the color can fade to a warm hue, or to a blond. You want to keep the natural tone so your hair looks naturally gray—but brighter.” In other words, you want richness, not brassiness or a drab, matte finish.

The biggest trend right now is going from blond to really white, often with root shadowing, creating a dramatic contrast. “This is very big with young people,” Selma says.

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Best Hair Color -New Hampshire Magazine, as seen on WMUR-TV. 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com hair by~ @selma_h2osalonspanh

The Cutting Edge

Fabulous color is one thing, but a stylish cut shows it off to its best advantage. The Master Stylist notes that blunt cuts are still in, while versions of the 70’s shag cut are the latest trend happening on the scene.

H2O Salon Spa NH Hair Trends
Change your look, refresh your current one or completely re-invent yourself. Award winning H2O Salon Spa will design a look to fit you. Hair by~ @selma_h2osalonspanh h2osalonspa.com 603-641-3050

Bangs are back by popular demand. Everything from blunt bangs, textured bangs, and curtain bangs. The advantage of the new bang variety, are being “really flattering on any shape face.” When in doubt seek an H2O Salon Spa professional for the look that’s best for you.

The most-requested cut is just off the shoulder. “Bobs are number-one right now, moving away from ‘shattered’ ends. But even with long hair, a blunt cut, with a clean line across the bottom, looks really fresh.”IMG_4869

Blunt cuts look especially sharp with sleek, straight hair. Curly girls have options. Keratin treatments not only tame frizzies, they enhance any hairstyle or type of hair with lots of shine.

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Kowing where to get the best hair, makeup, and beauty services in NH can change everything. Hair by ~ @tyler_h2osalonspanh Reservations 603-641-3050 h2osalonspa.com

Choose Keratin Express, which lasts about a month and a half, or get a regular Keratin treatment which gives color-treated hair a high gloss for as many as three months, depending on how often you shampoo.

Call 603-641-3050 or visit h2osalonspa.com for reservations.

H2O Salon Spa Makes Miracles Happen!

Psst, tell Santa: Special packages are on sale now! See ornaments below.

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Relax and Renew Package Christmas

Christmas H2O Mineral Cosmetics Special

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Fall for Cold Brew Hair Color Trends at H2O Salon Spa

Trend Alert! 🚨 Coffee-colored hair tresses at H2O Salon Spa☕️

How do you like your cold brew? Mocha brown with salted caramel? Deep, dark espresso with a shot of café au lait to lighten it up? No, not your coffee—your hair!

H2O Salon Spa coffe hair color trends

So-called “cold brew” hair color for brunettes is the latest trend in tresses for fall. Just as there are a myriad of ways to take your java, the color experts at award-winning H2O Salon Spa can bring out any shade of brown and give it added dimension with ribbons of auburn, chestnut, caramel, glints of gold, even magenta or burgundy.

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Blondes have had their summer days; it brunettes’ turn to turn heads in autumn. Picture rich mahogany with a swirl of chestnut, or raven with chocolate brown highlights. Or spice up just plain brown with splashes of cinnamon.

H2O Salon Spa balayage hair color trends

 

 

Not a brunette to start? Don’t worry, we’ll make you one! Not high maintenance? Our stylists are pros at balayage, so highlights  will grow out with a natural look.

The fall makeup palette lends itself to rich jewel tones, such as luscious plums and wine colors. A mane of dark hair, with the added dimension of cold-brew-style highlights and lowlights, gives you a whole new look for the season. And it complements your favorite cup of joe.

Cold Brew Hair H2O Salon Spa TrendsSo come to the dark side! To keep that deep rich coffee-shop color looking that way, H2O’s experts will recommend the best top-of-the-line products so your hair color will look fabulous for weeks. Reservations h2osalonspa.com 603-641-3050. View more of our work on Facebook, Instagram @h2osalonspanh stylist credits: @selma_h2osalonspanh @bianca_h2osalonspanh @tyler_h2osalonspanh

Read more beauty buzz on coffee hair trend alert from Cosmopolitan, Refinery 29, Allure, and Elite Daily.

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H2O Salon Spa Culture Education

NEW YORK CITY– H2O Salon Spa goes the distance with a culture of education. Stylists recently returned from Bumble & bumble University in Manhattan, where they learned the latest skills and techniques.

Bianca and Tyler spent four days in New York City learning the latest hair fashions, techniques, and trends. Bumble and bumble University in New York is touted as the “Harvard of hair,” and is renowned for teaching stylists to be the best they can be.H2O Salon Spa University Bianca 2

Bianca has taken higher education classes at Bb University before, but for Tyler this was a first–including his first time in Manhattan.

H2O Salon Spa University Tyler 2“Bb University was amazing,” Tyler said. The educators are very humble so you can focus on learning, and not trying to impress them.

“Like the H2O Salon Spa culture, they really want you to be the best you can be.”

Bianca has been to Bb University before and is always excited to return and learn the newest trends. “I love that as part of H2O’s ongoing development we are sent on education trips. It keeps my craft exciting and new.”

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“A plus to H2O Salon Spa education trips is visiting cool places like Manhattan.”

Ongoing professional development is a vital part of award-winning H2O Salon Spa’s success. From their first day, H2O Salon Spa employees are trained in technical skills and communication to be at the top of their field, with an emphasis on service and quality.

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One of the models styled by Bianca while at University.

Working hands on with real models Bianca and Tyler were able to hone their skills with some of Bumble’s top educators and editorial stylists.

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Bianca with educator Tom Gallagher. Tom’s work includes Victoria Secret commercial’s, runway shows in NYC, Paris, and Milan.

 

H2O Salon Spa’s ongoing involvement in editorial hair styling, fashion shows and educational sessions keeps its in-demand staff fresh and forward thinking, continually expanding their talents. This approach and dedication contribute to H2O Salon Spa’s unique focus on contemporary techniques, meticulous precision, and a fresh perspective on individual style. For reservation with Bianca and Tyler call 603-641-3050. Menu and online booking h2osalonspa.com  To see more of Bianca and Tyler’s trip, follow them on instagram @bianca_h2osalonspanh @tyler_h2osalonspanh H2O Salon Spa is continually looking to welcome motivated, creative, career minded individuals, visit career opportunities.

The Latest Looks, in Living–& Fantasy–Colors 

H2O Salon Spa offers a wide variety of services including precision and dry hair cutting. We have a long menu featuring the latest in hair-coloring techniques: ombre, sombre, color melt, hair painting, balayage, highlighting, PPD-free organic hair color, vivid and mermaid hair. Or go to extreme lengths with our hair extensions.

The eyes have it with eyelash extensions, in a wide variety of options: mink, permanent, semi- permanent or strip lashes. Want to keep it natural? A long-lasting lash lift curls your natural lashes, lifting them up and opening your eyes for a young, fresh look.

Go to H2OSalonSpa to see everything else we offer: airbrush makeup and customized spray tanning, skin care, facials, ultrasonic facials, facial peels, makeup artistry, full body waxing, lash and brow tinting, and bridal services.

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What She Wants for Valentine’s Day

Find It Instantly at H2O Salon Spa!H2O Salon Spa Valentine's Day

Let her know how special she is with a pampering gift package from the award-winning H2O Salon Spa in greater Manchester NH.

H2O Salon Spa has 2 spa packages that are sure to please your Valentine. Instantly available to print or email online h2osalonspa.com

RELAX & RENEW: This package 4 hours total $220.

  • Relaxing 1-1/2 hour facial- H2O’s luxurious facial includes cleansing, gentile exfoliation and a mask chosen specifically for your skin’s needs. Longer massage of the face, neck, shoulders, arms and hands will melt away the tension. Guaranteed to leave you refreshed and relaxed.
  • Lash and Brow Tint- transform lashes and brows from fair and sparse to full and fabulous!
  • Reconditioning Hair Treatment- reduced scalp irritation, reinforced and enriched shine, includes signature H2O scalp massage. An  experience pleasing to all the senses!
  • Blow-dry Style- boost your style with an H2O professional blow-dry!
  • Makeup Lesson- learn from licensed H2O Salon Spa pros how to apply makeup with step by step instruction to look your best. We’ll find your perfect shade for skin, eyes, and lips using the most current trends.

SPA-CATION: This package 2 hours total for $110.

  • Relaxing 50-minute Facial- H2O’s luxurious facial includes cleansing, gentile exfoliation and a mask chosen specifically for your skin’s needs. Massage of the face, neck and shoulders will melt away the tension.
  • Blow-dry Style- boost your style with an H2O professional blow-dry!
  • Makeup Application- Update your look with licensed H2O Salon Spa pros! We’ll find your perfect shade for skin, eyes, and lips using the most current trends.

Choose from H2O Salon Spa gift packages or select a gift certificate amount. There are so many services and products to choose from! Share the love, or love yourself this Valentine’s Day!  h2osalonspa.com  603-641-3050

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H2O Salon Spa Takes 1st Place in 3 Categories in NH A-List CityVoter Awards!

First Time a Business Has Swept All Categories!

GREATER MANCHESTER—H2O Salon Spa took top honors in the Best of New Hampshire’s 2017 A-List CityVoter competition in the Beauty and Wellness category for Best Hair Salon, and Best Day Spa. H2O also took the number-one spot for Wedding Hair and Make-Up.

More than 7,600 votes were cast in the NH A-List CityVoter (http://newhampshire.cityvoter.com/) competition. This was the first time a single business took first place in all of the categories in which it was nominated.

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“All of us at H2O Salon Spa are very honored to have won,” owner Heather Owen, named a New Hampshire Magazine Woman of Achievement in 2007, said.

“In the past 10 years, we’ve earned several state and national awards. I believe it’s because of our philosophy of treating every client as a VIP, that we have a culture of ongoing education with experts in the field, and that we use and offer only the best, most natural hair and skin-care products in our salon.”

Ultrasonic facials, hair and eyelash extensions, and natural, UV-free airbrush tanning are among the many services offered at the award-winning salon, which has its own line of mineral makeup.

Previous accolades include being named Best in New Hampshire three times by New Hampshire Magazine. In 2010 Elle magazine selected H2O as one of the Top 100 Salons in the U.S. (the only one in New Hampshire to be honored that year). The salon was also named a Business of Excellence by New Hampshire Business Review and has been featured on WMUR TV’s New Hampshire Chronicle.

In 2016, H2O took first place for Wedding Hair and Makeup, and was first runner-up in the NH A-List CityVoter competition for Hair Salon, and first runner-up for Best Day Spa. H2O is currently spotlighted in the online Boston Voyager magazine.

“We also pride ourselves on giving back to the community, because everyone deserves to feel beautiful,” Owen added. “When you look your best, you have the confidence to tackle any challenge.” H2O has an ongoing partnership with Families in Transition.

To celebrate, we’re giving you the best deals! OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA

To celebrate our trifecta of number-one awards in the 2017 A-List, H2O Salon Spa is continuing to offer some Black Friday specials throughout December, and introducing new specials weekly so clients can join in the party. Call 603-641-3050 or see the specials at http://www.H2OSalonSpa.com. H2O Salon Spa is located in the Bedford Grove shopping center (Boston Interiors, Panera) on South River Road in Bedford, and is open six days a week, including Mondays.