Business Details
24 Years
experience
Luxury Aveda Salon & Spa in Downtown Ocala
At Face The Day Spa & Salon, we believe that every individual is a unique masterpiece created with purpose and talent. Since our founding in 2002, we have dedicated ourselves to enhancing natural beauty through premium salon and spa services that refresh both outward appearance and inner well-being. Our team of Aveda-trained professionals combines artistic expertise with plant-based Aveda products to deliver personalized experiences tailored to each client's features, lifestyle, and aspirations. With two locations in Ocala and The Villages, Florida, we maintain a strong commitment to environmental responsibility while offering advanced techniques in hair care, skincare, and massage therapy.Our 20+ years of experience, coupled with ongoing education and training, ensure that every service reflects the highest standards of excellence. We take pride in fostering a welcoming atmosphere where clients receive not just exceptional beauty treatments, but also a renewed sense of confidence and vitality through our holistic approach to wellness.
Services
Haircuts
Hair Coloring
Facials
Massages
Waxing
Bridal Services
Skincare Treatments
Hair Extensions
Prenatal Massages
Botanical Treatments
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer Aveda-certified stylists with 10+ years of specialized training
- Our team includes multiple Ocala Magazine 'Best Stylist' award winners
- We provide personalized consultations for customized beauty solutions
- Our eco-conscious approach uses 100% plant-derived Aveda products
- We maintain 20+ years of combined experience in luxury salon services
Associations and certifications
- Aveda
What people say
Best shampoo and style
Positive feeling
Excellent massage
Skilled professionals
Relaxing experience
Services
Hair Coloring
Our Aveda-trained stylists provide customized hair coloring solutions using plant-derived products. Services include root touch-ups, full highlights, and balayage techniques tailored to individual hair type and desired results. With pricing based on experience level and hair complexity, each session begins with a personalized consultation to ensure optimal color outcomes while maintaining hair health.
Deep Tissue Massage
Customized deep tissue massage therapy targets specific muscle tension using Aveda's plant-based aromas. Sessions combine traditional techniques with modern approaches to relieve chronic pain and improve mobility. Our licensed therapists adapt pressure intensity to individual needs, focusing on areas like shoulders, neck, and back for complete muscular relaxation.
Aveda Tulasra Facial
This rejuvenating facial combines Aveda's signature skincare with personalized treatment plans. Using natural ingredients, estheticians address specific skin concerns through cleansing, exfoliation, and nourishing treatments. Available in 30, 60, or 90-minute sessions, the service promotes radiant complexion while providing a deeply relaxing spa experience.
Brazilian Wax
Professional waxing services deliver smooth results using botanical ingredients that nourish skin. Our specialists perform Brazilian waxes with precision, following strict hygiene protocols and pre-treatment consultations. The service includes post-care advice to maintain results and minimize irritation, ensuring comfortable experiences for both regular and first-time clients.
Bridal Services
Custom bridal hair styling includes trial sessions and wedding day execution. Our stylists specialize in creating timeless updos and elegant styles that complement wedding attire. The service includes detailed consultation about hair preparation, product use, and long-lasting hold techniques to ensure perfect hair throughout the special day.
People
Richard & Dottie Rathel
Owners
Acquired Face the Day 15 years ago and Tuscany Salon Spa in 2022. With decades of combined business experience and nonprofit involvement, they lead with values-centered leadership focused on nurturing teams and delivering exceptional service that impacts lives positively.
Nickie Collinsworth
Master Stylist
Specializes in dimensional color and highlights with 9 years at Face the Day. Recognized as Ocala's Best Stylist 2022-2024, she combines Aveda expertise with personalized approach to create fresh, modern styles that enhance each client's natural beauty.
Olivia Fuentes
Massage Therapist
Licensed since 2015, specializes in deep tissue massage. Winner of Ocala Magazine's Best Massage Therapist 2024, she combines therapeutic techniques with Aveda's plant-based products to deliver customized relaxation and pain relief solutions for each client.
Rachel Bassett
Senior Stylist
Since 2014, has specialized in personalized color and haircut solutions. Known for exceptional blowouts and color transformations, she creates tailored haircare plans using Aveda's naturally derived products to maintain hair health and vibrancy.
Cynthia Taylor
Esthetician
Licensed skincare specialist trained in Aveda techniques. Focuses on rejuvenating facials and precision waxing using botanically-based products. Creates customized skincare regimens that promote radiant complexion while providing relaxing, restorative treatment experiences.
Questions
What Aveda services do you offer?
We provide Aveda-certified hair coloring, cuts, styling, and plant-based skincare treatments including facials, waxing, and body treatments using Aveda's naturally derived products.
Do you offer bridal hair services?
Yes, we specialize in customized bridal hair styling with trial sessions and wedding day execution by experienced stylists who create timeless, long-lasting styles.
What massage types are available?
We offer deep tissue, hot stone, hot oil, prenatal, and stress fix massages tailored to individual needs by licensed therapists using Aveda's aromatherapy products.
Are gift cards available?
Yes, we offer digital and physical gift cards for any service amount, allowing recipients to choose from our full range of salon and spa services.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduling. After two no-shows, a credit card is required to book future appointments.
Do you have locations in The Villages?
Yes, we operate Tuscany Salon Spa in The Villages at Lake Sumter Landing, offering the same Aveda services as our Ocala location.
