Abalone Retreat offers a wide range of services, including massage therapy, hair salon services, medical esthetics, medical foot care, manicures, pedicures, gel nails, reflexology, and Naturopathic clinics. The salon aims to provide a peaceful and relaxing environment where clients can leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Their team of experienced professionals ensures high-quality care tailored to each individual's needs. 


Registered Massage Therapist

Esthetician 

Elite Master Stylist

Gel Nail Technician

Massage room with sunset mural at Abalone Retreat, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA.

Elegant salon space at Abalone Retreat, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA with modern chairs and illuminated mirrors.

Modern salon interior at Abalone Retreat, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA. Stylish, welcoming, and bright atmosphere.

Elegant salon station at Abalone Retreat, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA, featuring a modern styling chair and mirror.

Reception area with vibrant products at Abalone Retreat, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA.

Exterior view of Abalone Retreat in Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA, showcasing its calm and welcoming atmosphere.

Trio of Des Bray body oils at Abalone Retreat, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA.

Abalone jewelry and lip gloss displayed on sand at Abalone Retreat in Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA.

Award-winning venue, Abalone Retreat in Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, CA, with the 2024 Canadian Choice accolade.

Abalone Retreat

Spa & sauna

I had a wonderful Busy Toes pedicure with Nathalie today. A very soothing and comfortable experience. My feet feel soft and my toes look fabulous. I will be back for sure! 😊

Happy happy lady once again! Thank you Hannah for pampering me back to new again! 

Full professional service. Very relaxing and nice environment. 

*This is an add on for Manicure or Pedicure services.* Not able to be booked alone.

Enjoy up to 2 weeks of wear with gel polish. This product cures in a gel lamp and is dry instantly

Gel Polish (Shellac) add-on

Paua is another name for the Abalone shell. Experience a warm  soothing herbal foot soak, cuticle treatment, nail shaping, callus buffing, foot and lower leg massage followed by a polish application. ** Please  add Shellac add on if you would like Shellac/Gel polish , and Nail art add on for Nail art.

Paua Pedicure

60 min massage

Treat Mom to an Indian Head Massage (float away to another dimension of relaxation with this extensive scalp, neck, and shoulder massage. Customized heated peppermint oil blends, combined with soothing hot towels make this an extraordinary experience, perfect for stress relief, shoulder and neck tension, headaches, jaw issues and migraines) with our RMT Andrea and a shampoo and style with our amazing, Canadian hair care products afterwards in our hair salon.

Mother's Day Relaxation Package

Featured

Need some more advanced techniques for your pedicure. Add this on for diabetic, toenail reduction, corn removall

Advanced Pedicure techniques

Treat Mom to our Marine Manicure (Hand soak, cuticle work, nail shaping, hand and lower arm massage) with an upgrade to gel polish for long wear, Our Paua pedicure (foot soak with our custom Tidal Bliss pedicure bomb, cuticle work, nail shaping, callus work, lower leg and foot massage followed by a lacquer polish application) and a shampoo, cut and style. (includes short and shoulder length hair) long hair may be an additional charge.

Mother's Day Refresh Package

Treat Mom to a Pristine Spa Pedicure (custom tidal bliss pedicure bomb soak, sea salt exfoliation scrub, cuticle work, trimming and shaping nails, callus buffing, Lower leg and foot massage, paraffin wax dip and a gel polish application), shampoo and style in our hair salon, and our new Tidal Bliss Back Facial (sea salt scrub, hot towel and back massage with our Tidal Bliss signature, natural oil)

Mother's Day Tidal bliss package

This 30 minute services is a lay down service on one of our heated massage tables. It requires you to have a bare back. Heated peppermint sea salt scrub has anti-bacterial properties and will increase circulation with hot towels. This also includes some massage on the full back with our natural, luxurious, signature Tidal Bliss oil.

Tidal Bliss Back Facial

Esthetics

Lash Lift and Tint

Lash Tint

Lashes

women's private area waxing service. front and back included

Brazilian Wax

Eyebrow Wax

Brow and Lip Wax

Brow, lip and chin Wax

Lip Wax

Sides of Face waxing

Lip. chin, sides of face Wax

Chin Wax

Bikini Wax

Upper Leg and Bikini

Lower leg and Bikini Wax

Upper Leg

Waxing

Corn removal with regular pedicure. Can be done by an esthetician with advanced pedicure training. 

Corn removal 

In a rush and don't need a full service ?
Enjoy a Busy Hands Express manicure with shellac polish upgrade and a busy toes express pedicure for only $65
Busy hands manicure includes hand soak, nail shaping and a gel polish upgrade.
Busy toes pedicure includes a foot soak with our signature scent Tidal Bliss pedi bomb, nail shaping and a regular polish application.
Nail art, paraffin dip or an upgrade to shellac polish for toes would be an additional charge.

Express Mani and Pedi Special

Get your feet ready for the tropical pristine waters with this deluxe pedicure. Experience a warm, soothing herbal foot soak, sea salt scrub, cuticle treatment, nail shaping, callus buffing, paraffin wax dip, followed by a polish application
 ** Please  add Shellac add on if you would like Shellac/Gel polish , and Nail art add on for Nail art.

Pristine Spa Pedicure

Perfect for a gentleman or anyone who doesn't want any toe nail polish. This pedicure includes a foot soak, trimming and shaping of the nails, cuticle work, buffing/filing callus and a lower leg and foot massage. 

Starboard Sport Pedicure 

Warm. soothing herbal foot soak, nail shaping, followed by a polish application.  ** Please  add Shellac add on if you would like Shellac/Gel polish , and Nail art add on for Nail art.

Busy toes EXPRESS Pedicure

This luxurious manicure is named after our 6 foot seafaring seahorse Seacil because it is just as majestic and amazing. Customized essential oil-infused hand soak, cuticle treatment, nail shaping, sea salt scrub, hand and lower arm massage, rich moisture butter, paraffin wax dip, followed by a polish application. **Please add the Shellac add on if you would like to add Shellac/ Gel polish , and Nail art add on for nail art.

Seacil's Spa Manicure

Customized essential oil-infused hand soak, cuticle treatment, nail shaping, hand and lower arm massage followed by a polish application. ** Please  add Shellac add on if you would like Shellac/Gel polish , and Nail art add on for Nail art.

Marine Manicure

Enjoy a customized essential oil-infused hand soak, nail shaping, followed by a polish application.
 ** Please  add Shellac add on if you would like Shellac/Gel polish , and Nail art add on for Nail art.

Busy hands EXPRESS Manicure

Enjoy a Paua Pedicure and a Marine Manicure with an upgrade of gel/shellac polish on hands for only $90 !! Regular price $125.00

Mani/Pedi Special

Please add this to your nail service if you require the removal of shellac polish from a previous application .

Shellac removal

Manicures and Pedicures

Shampoo, Cut and Style

Men's cut

Looking for a quick toning for your blond hair ?
We are now offering an express toning mask at the sink that works wonders in cutting brass and warm tones from your blond hair. 
Benefits:
- Instant anti-brass/neutralizing care in just 5 minutes
- Helps repair, fortify and strengthen hair
- Replenishes moisture and hydrates the hair without weighing it down
- Smooths the cuticle for softness and shine

EXPRESS Anti-Brass toning

Need a root touch up and just a toner of your previous foils? This service is perfect for you.

Color Retouch and toner

Have curly hair and need a good cut and help styling to maximize your curls ?
We will educate you on how to care for your curls and offer tips and help with a proper cut and styling. We use the curl line from AG Hair, amazing, Canadian products.

Curly hair cut and style

 bleach or color remover used and all over fashion color

Fashion color with Bleach or Color remover

If you have very long or very thick hair please select this option , as this timing allows our stylists extra time for your service.

Ladies Long Hair, Shampoo, Cut and Style

Color retouch and Full head foils

New AG Hair deep conditioning treatment. Good for all hair types. Leaves hair nourished, hydrated and extra soft.
This unique and magic mixture can be purchased for home use

Deep Conditioning Treatment add-on

Color Retouch and Partial foils

Have your Hair curled for a special event . 
(please come in with dry hair , this is a curling only service - not an up-do)

Curl only

Please put in the appointment notes your current hair color, length, and desired color.  We may reach out to you by phone to verify some information to ensure the appointment is booked perfectly for your desired hair goals.
We have offer an amazing range of blonde tones. 
 ** If wanting Fashion colors (Pink, Blue, Purple etc ) Please contact us to book.**

Ages 10 and up 

Full head bleach and toner

Hair Services

Acrylic soak off 

Builder gel overlay top of your natural nail with no extensions. This is a thicker product then a gel nail polish. Gel Nail polish is added on top of this. Gel nails without any extensions

Gel overlay

Available to 16 years and older
Gel nail enhancements. Can be done on your natural nail length  or with extensions added. Different color on one nail per hand is included in price. For all other nail art requests, please add  on Nail art 1 through 5. Art is from $5- $25 and up 

Choose your length and shape. 
This timing does not allow for nail art. Please add that
add-on to your service if you would like any designs.

Gel Nails - Full Set

Available for ages 16 and up.
This timing does not allow for nail art. Please add that add-on service if you would like any designs.

Gel Nail Fill

Nail Art - 2

Nail Art - 3

Nail Art - 4

Nail Art - 5

Please add this to your nail service if you would like anything other then a solid color . This is for nail art on 1 nail per hand only.

Nail Art - 1

french tip for gel nails or shellac/gel polish add on

French tip

Ready to have your gel nails removed ? We offer a safe removal to protect your natural nail. 

Gel nail removal

Gel nails

75 minute massage therapy

90 minute massage

45 min massage

30 min massage

Indian Head Massage

The ultimate therapeutic spa experience for your face, neck and scalp. Gentle revitalizing cleanse, oxygen infused serum, detoxifying mud mask, extensive swedish neck and facial massage, hot towels followed by luxurious moisturizers. Professional skin care products by Quannessance (made in PEI) tension in facial muscles and fascia can lead to headaches, cause wrinkles and TMJ (Tempormanibular Joint Dysfunction). By focusing on relieving stress and releasing fascia (connective tissue) RMTs can help to relieve pain, reduce tension, and improve skin elasticity. A facial massage can help:
Stimulate lymphatic drainage, Reduce TMJ pain, Reduce migraines and tension headaches, Minimize wrinkles, Improve skin health, and supports good mental health and relaxation by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system.

Rejuvenating Facial Massage

Treat yourself to a Rejuvenating Facial Massage (The ultimate therapeutic spa experience for your face, neck and scalp. Gentle revitalizing cleanse, oxygen infused serum, detoxifying mud mask, extensive swedish neck and facial massage and hot towels followed by luxurious moisturizers. Professional skin care products by Quannessance (made in PEI) Tension in facial muscles and fascia can lead to headaches, cause wrinkles and TMJ (Tempormanibular Joint Dysfunction). By focusing on relieving stress and releasing our fascia (connective tissue) RMTs can help to relieve pain, reduce tension, and increase skin elasticity. A facial massage can help:
Stimulate lymphatic drainage, Reduce TMJ pain, Reduce migraines and tension headaches, Minimize wrinkles, Improve skin health, and supports good mental health and relaxation by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system), paraffin wax dip on hands and feet and mini Indian Head Massage techniques.

Deluxe Rejuvenating Facial Massage

Paraffin dip- hands and feet ADD-ON

This is an add-on to any massage therapy service. This is a treatment for the face that promotes drainage. Aids in decreasing appearance of fine lines and undereye puffiness. Or try it on the back, neck, legs or arms for tight and tender muscles! 

Guasha add-on 

This is an add-on for massage only.
Heated sea salt scrub and hot towels for your back.
Salt has detoxifying properties: Its trace minerals are natural purifiers that draw out pore-clogging toxins and relieve congestion. This action invigorates the skin, promoting more efficient circulation and healthy skin cell turnover. 

Abalone Retreat

Services

Gel Polish (Shellac) add-on

Gel Polish (Shellac) add-on

Paua Pedicure

Paua Pedicure

60 min massage

60 min massage

Mother's Day Relaxation Package

Mother's Day Relaxation Package

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