Rare Essence Studio

$$ • Beauty Salon, Cosmetics & Beauty Supply, Hair Stylists

818 W Broadway Rd #103, Tempe, AZ 85282

About Rare Essence Studio

Rare Essence Studio is a highly recommended salon in Phoenix, known for its professional and friendly staff, exceptionally clean and organized environment, and calming atmosphere. The salon is praised for its talented locticians, such as Michelle Smith, who works quickly, keeps appointments, and pays attention to clients' wants and needs. The owner, Adelaide, and her sister are noted for their kindness, hard work, patience, and authenticity. Customers have felt extremely welcomed, and their hair has looked and felt amazing after starting their loc journey at the studio. Overall, Rare Essence Studio is a gem of a salon, making it worth the drive for its excellent services.

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  • Aug 2025

    Edit- Heartbroken you no longer do Crochet. I loved this salon and it really has been sad no longer getting my hair done here. Thankfully I found a solution but I can’t help but miss this salon….

    Thank you!

    This salon changed my life. I’m multiracial and the environment is incredibly welcoming. After being treated poorly at a different salon, Rare Essence said was a breath of fresh air.

    Thank you will never be enough! ♥️

  • Oct 2022

    This is a very nice and clean salon. I have been to various spots in Phoenix over the years that I’ve been here, and this is by far the best! It far exceeded my expectations. Very professional and friendly staff. Very organized and exceptionally clean! The atmosphere was very calming and it made me feel relaxed while getting my hair done. I’ve already recommended it to family and friends, and even though it’s a bit of a drive, this will definitely be my go to salon going forward.

  • Sep 2022

    I absolutely love my loctician, Michelle Smith at Rare Essence Studios. First of all, her personality is top notch. She is very pleasant to speak to and to joke with. Her spirit is very bright. Also, Michelle is also very talented with her hands. She works quickly, keeps prompt appointments, pays attention to my wants and my needs, and sees the vision that I present to her when I have a style Idea. I am so glad that I decided to give this place a try after moving to Arizona. I'm Blessed because she is Blessed.

Hours

Monday: ClosedTuesday: 10AM - 5PM
Wednesday: 9AM - 5PM
Thursday: 10AM - 5PM
Friday: 8AM - 5PM
Saturday: 8AM - 4PM
Sunday: Closed

Tips

by appointment only wheelchair accessible accepts credit cards good for kids private lot parking free wi-fi african-american hair, curly hair, kids' hair black-owned women-owned