Des Moines Student Salon + Spa

GUEST EXPERIENCE

Aveda is an industry trendsetter in the arts of hair styling and coloring, makeup, skincare and spa services. We are a professional brand of plant-based products. Our widely recognized Aveda network is currently comprised of over 6,500 professional hair salons and spas in 20 countries worldwide.

The Nurtur Aveda Institute Des Moines is a great place for you to explore and experiment with the latest trends in skincare and hair artistry, design and techniques. Services are provided by future professionals under the direct supervision of licensed educators. Enjoy soothing services at relaxed prices.

GUEST POLICIES

Please understand that since we are an educational facility, the following apply:

  • Services will take longer than at a salon. Our students are learning and want to make sure you receive your desired result.
  • Only guests having services are allowed on our clinic floor (including children).
  • We will do our best to accommodate guests arriving late for their services. If a guest is more than 15 minutes late, the service may need to be rescheduled.

Child Policy

Services are offered to women, men, and children age 12 and older. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each child under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult who is NOT receiving a service.

Policies

*All prices and services subject to change.

YOUR SATISFACTION

Your satisfaction is our goal! If you’re not happy with your service, please contact us within 72 hours to schedule another appointment.

All services are performed by students under the direct supervision of licensed educators

Hair & Style

All haircuts include a guest consultation with a stress relieving experience, mini facial, shampoo, blow dry and makeup touch up. Tiered prices based on approximate service times and experience of student.

Price
Blowout Membership

receive 4 blowouts per month

 $40/mo
Haircut & Style $19+
Blowout $15+
Protective Style $26+
Event Styling $33+
Bridal Style $50+
Bridal Trial $40+

Results-based skin care

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Skin Bar / Shampoo Bowl Services

Price
Ultra Eye Revive (Recommended For: All Skin Types)

Our B2 Hydrating Eye Mask is clinically proven to reduce puffiness & instantly brighten, hydrate and plump the under-eye area using Niacinamide, Panthenol, Hyaluronic Acid, & Peptides.

$10
Ultra Hydration Boost Treatment (Recommended For: All Skin Types)

This hydrating facial treatment is performed at the shampoo bowl and boosts hydration in the skin by158%. The Ultra Hydrogel mask used in this treatment includes B3, B5, Hyaluronic Acid and Peptides which leaves the skin dewy and luminous.

$15

Tap the wisdom of Ayurveda (the ancient healing art of India) and combine the power of touch with aroma-therapeutic essential oils to create a healthy scalp–the foundation for beautiful hair. Customized treatments meet your personal needs– giving strands intense moisture or repair–restoring balance to the ecosystem of your scalp and hair.

Price
Scalp Nourishing Treatment ((with a hair Service)) $15
Bond Building & Strengthening Treatment ((with a hair Service)) $15
Intensive Hydrating Treatment ((with a hair Service)) $15
Intensive Thickening Treatment ((with a hair Service)) $15
Curl / Flat Iron ((with a hair Service)) $10+
Roller Set ((with a hair Service)) $10+
Color Cleansing ((with a hair Service)) $45
Simple Foil (2-12 foils) ((with a hair Service)) $30+

Create your style, with or without curl, add body, fullness, support, and shape. Aveda Permanent Waves or straightening, using nature’s technology, reduce the need for harsh chemicals, while locking in shine and condition. Texture services include; relaxing shampoo, mini facial, thermal finish, hand and arm massage, and makeup touch up.

*An additional product charge of $12 per application may be applied, considering the length and thickness of hair.

Price
Traditional Permanent Wave $66+
Specialty Permanent Wave $76+
Relaxer $60+
Relaxer Retouch (1/2" new growth or less) $50+

Aveda's Full Spectrum Color

Experience the difference with Aveda’s naturally derived hair color using the energy of plants to create and maintain the shine, luster and condition of the hair. Color services include; relaxing shampoo, mini facial, blow-dry finish, hand and arm massage, and makeup touch up.

Price
Color Retouch Membership

Receive one color retouch per month with a complimentary conditioning masque

 $40/mo
All Over Color (long) $55+
Color Retouch (1/2 new growth or less) $50+
Partial Highlight (short/medium) $55+
Full Highlight (short/medium) $65+
Partial Highlight w/ All Over Color $75+
Full Highlight w/ All Over Color $85+
Balayage $75+
Lighten & Tone

blonding from scalp to ends

 $75+
Lighten & Tone Retouch (1/2 new growth or less) $70+
Corrective Color upon consultation

A great place to start — or simply slow down and refresh.
Our Basic Facials focus on relaxation, hydration, and skin health, with customized care to meet your skin’s immediate needs. Ideal for maintenance, first-time guests, or anyone looking for a feel-good facial with visible results.

Your experience will include a consultation to determine skin care needs, aroma sensory journey, hot towels on the face and feet, hand/foot manipulation, and makeup finishing touch along with personalized product recommendations.

Price
Facial Memberships

Receive two 60 min Customized Aveda Facials per month

$35/mo
Customized Aveda Facial (30 minutes) $35
Customized Aveda Facial (60 minutes) $40
Customized Aveda Facial (90 minutes) $60
Ultra Signature Facial (60 minutes) $40

Facials with high-active formulas for skin transformation that is progressive not aggressive; engineered to deliver visible, clinically guided skin renewal. Each treatment harnesses advanced exfoliating acids, targeted actives, and professional application techniques to fast-track clarity, radiance, and rejuvenation — all with minimal downtime and maximum skin performance.

Ultra peel treatments use the SonoBoosterTM Ultrasound device, allowing for deeper penetration of products.

Price
Ultra Radiance + Glow (Skin Concerns: Dull Skin, Lack of Radiance, and Discoloration)

Featuring our Brightening Accelerator, a powerful blend of brightening agents to help refine the skin and help restore clarity and luminosity.

 $60
Ultra PHA Calm Restore Peel (Skin Concerns: redness, sensitivity, dryness, dehydration) $60
Ultra Lactic Hydration Peel (Skin Concerns: dryness, dehydration, loss of firmness) $60
Ultra Mandelic Clarity Peel (Skin Concerns: acne prone, congestion, pores, uneven texture) $60
Botanical Skin Resurfacing Facial (60 Minutes) $50
Botanical Skin Resurfacing Facial (90 Minutes) $70
Dual Exfoliation Facial (60 Minutes) $55
Dual Exfoliation Facial (90 Minutes) $80

Price
Ultra A-zyme Power Renewal Peel (Skin Concerns: Aging, Dull Skin, Lack of Radiance, and Discoloration)

Advanced retinol resurfacing for firmness & radiance

 $80

Price
Ultra Eye Revive (add on to a facial)

Boosts skin hydration and skin radiance, leaving you feeling like you've had 8 hours sleep in 15 minutes, bringing out your most radiant, rested appearance.

 $10
Ultra Hydration Boost (add on to a facial)

This mask gives the skin a supercharge of hydration leaving the skin plump, radiant and intensely soft.

 $15
Brightening Accelerator Mask (BAM) (add on to a facial)

Following a base treatment, layer up your skin with a blend of skin brightening and hydrating agents, including Niacinamide to brighten and even skin complexion while nourishing and hydrating the skin’s lipid barrier.

 $15
Perfecting Plant Peel (add on to a facial) $10
Plant Stem Cell (add on to a facial) $10
Eye Treatment (add on to a facial) $10
Lip Treatment (add on to a facial) $10
Hand Treatment (add on to a facial) $10

Price
Essential Back Treatment (60 minutes) $50
Aroma Body Polish (60 minutes) $70

Price
Nail Membership

Receive 2 nail services per month

 $30/mo
Gel Manicure $25+
Spa Manicure $20+
Gel Pedicure $40+
Spa Pedicure $35+
Polish Change

This 15 minute service includes light nail shaping and application of polish.

 $15

Price
Waxing Membership

unlimited waxing

 $40/mo
Lip $11
Chin $11
Cheek $13
Eyebrow $13
Bikini Line $25
Brazilian $30
Back $35
Chest $20
Underarm $15
Half Arm $23
Full Arm $25
Half Leg $25
Full Leg $40
Foot $13
Hand $13

Price
Makeup Application $30+
Bridal / Special Occasion Makeup Application $40+
Bridal Trial $30+
Brow/Lash Tint $10
Strip Lash Add-On $10

COLOR RETOUCH MEMBERSHIP

Receive one color retouch per month with a complimentary conditioning masque for $40 a month!

BLOWOUT MEMBERSHIP

Receive 4 blowouts a month for only $40!

FACIAL MEMBERSHIP

Receive two 60 min Customized Aveda facials per month for only $35!

WAXING MEMBERSHIP

Unlimited waxing for only $40 a month!

NAILS MEMBERSHIP

Receive two nail services per month for $30 a month!

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