Best Barber: Maxx’s Shaving Room
Since opening in in 2013, Maxx’s Shaving Room has built a loyal following with precision cuts, clean fades, traditional hot-towel shaves, and experienced barbers who take the time to get it right.
Runners Up: Connect Cuts Barbershop, The Marathon Barbershop
Best Cosmetic Injector: Kiera Dicicco, Albany Aesthetics
Readers love Kiera DiCicco for her artistic eye and natural-looking results, reporting that the licensed nurse practitioner and nurse anesthesiologist helps them feel confident and beautiful.
Runners Up: Ana Alphonse, McKay Dermatology & MedSpa, Brenda Scaggs, Treasure Coast Timeless Studio
Best Cosmetic Surgeon: Dr. Stephen Adler, Adler Facial Plastic Surgery
For more than three decades, Dr. Stephen Adler has helped patients look and feel their best through advanced facial plastic surgery and rejuvenation procedures.
Runners Up: Dr. Avron Lipschitz, Athena Plastic Surgery, Dr. Renee Gasgarth, Albany Aesthetics
Best Day Spa: Opal Day + Med Spa
Whether you’re indulging in a massage, a HydraFacial®, a skin-renewing VI Peel, or a signature body treatments, Opal Day + Med Spa blends luxury and wellness under one roof.
Runners Up: Palm Tree Day Spa, Rose and Rebecca’s Day Spa and Wholeness Center
Best Dentist: Dr. Anthony Matheny, Stuart Dental Spa
A healthy smile never goes out of style, and Dr. Anthony Matheny has spent years helping patients achieve just that—offering everything from preventive care and cosmetic dentistry to dental implants and smile makeovers.
Runners Up: Dr. David Jackson, Balanced Dental, Dr. Chris Nahat, Jensen Beach Smiles
Best Dermatologist: Dr. Nayomi Omura, Water’s Edge Dermatology
Dr. Omura is known for delivering personalized care backed by extensive dermatological expertise. Readers appreciate her thorough approach and commitment to helping them maintain healthy skin at every stage of life.
Runners Up: Dr. Greg Barron, Romagosa Barron Dermatology & Skin Care Center, Dr. Yvonne Romagosa, Romagosa Barron Dermatology & Skin Care Center
Best Eyebrow Specialist: Brows by Hayley Rose
From shaping and tinting to lamination and customized brow transformations, Hayley Rose has built a loyal following by creating polished, natural-looking results tailored to each client’s unique features.
Runners Up: Esthetics by Abigail, Posh Amore Beauty Bar
Best Gym: Powerhouse Gym
Powerhouse Gym offers extensive equipment, group classes, personal training, and an atmosphere that keeps readers raving. It’s a place where weekend warriors, competitive athletes, and everyday exercisers all feel at home.
Runners Up: Fit4Mom, Raw Athletic Club
Best Hair Blowout: Blow + Dry by DT beauty
A bouncy blowout can make any day feel a little more glamorous, and that’s exactly what readers love about Blow + Dry by DT Beauty. The salon specializes in creating looks tailored to each client’s personal style.
Runners Up: Billfish Beauty Bar, Hair Hero Salon + Blowdry Bar
Best Hair Colorist: Alicia Clark, Wave Hair Salon and Color Studio
Alicia Clark has earned a reputation for creating customized color that enhances each client’s individual style. Her attention to detail and eye for dimension keeps clients coming back to Wave Hair Salon and Color Studio for fresh, beautiful results.
Runners Up: Kayla Heymann, Indie Sol & Co., Paul Ganieany, Black Sheep Salon
Best Hair Salon: Steele Shears Hair Studio
Featuring talented stylists, personalized service, and color work that keeps hair healthy and vibrant, this salon has built a loyal following of clients who trust the team to help them look and feel their best.
Runners Up: Indie Sol & Co., The Studio Salon
Best Facialist: Kristen Clayton, Skin Serenity Spa
Known for her personalized approach and results-driven treatments, Clayton tailors each facial to her clients’ unique skincare needs, helping them achieve a refreshed, radiant complexion while creating a relaxing experience they’ll want to repeat.
Runners Up: Beth Getsinger, Albany Aesthetics, Jessica Booth, Glow Odyssey
Best Lash Artist or Lash Salon: Luxe Beauty Studio
Known for meticulous application and service, this studio creates customized looks ranging from soft and natural to bold and glamorous.
Runners Up: Soleil Lash & Beauty Bar, Touch of Beauty by Megan
Best Massage: Kim’s Massage Therapy
Clients turn to Kim’s Massage Therapy for everything from deep tissue massage and reflexology to hot Himalayan salt stone treatments.
Runners Up: Integrative Massage by Shannon Benzie, Kaboolie’s Korner Massage Therapy
Best Nail Salon: Metro Nails & Spa
From classic manicures to intricate nail art, Metro Nails & Spa has earned a devoted clientele with meticulous attention to detail, skilled technicians, and a relaxing atmosphere.
Runners Up: Nicky’s Nails at Ivy Salon & Spa, Velvet Nails & Spa
Best Orthodontist: Dr. Vince Napoli, Napoli Orthodontics
Creating beautiful smiles is both an art and a science, and Dr. Vince Napoli has earned the trust of readers through personalized treatment plans, meticulous care, and a friendly approach that puts patients of all ages at ease.
Runners Up: Dr. Rebeca Power, Power Orthodontics, Dr. Arvind Vakani, Vakani Orthodontics
Best Pediatrician: Dr. Elizabeth Feldman, Cleveland Clinic Jensen Beach
A reassuring presence during everything from well visits to unexpected illnesses, Dr. Elizabeth Feldman is known for her compassionate approach, clear communication, and dedication to her young patients and their caregivers.
Runners Up: Dr. Sarrie Katz, Katz Pediatrics, Dr. Mary Kearns, Katz Pediatrics
Q&A with Dr. Elizabeth Feldman
How do you know when it’s time to call the pediatrician?
Trust your instincts — if something doesn’t seem right, call. Always contact your pediatrician for: fever in infants younger than 3 months, significant behavior changes, fever higher than 104 degrees F in any child, or fever lasting more than 48–72 hours without improvement.
What can parents do to keep their kids healthy year-round?
Stay current on well-child visits and immunizations. Make sure your child gets plenty of sleep, eats mostly whole foods, stays hydrated, and spends time outside.
What key piece of advice would you offer every new parent?
Consistency matters more than perfection. Practice what you preach—children are observational learners who mirror what adults do and say. Set the example you want them to follow from the very beginning.
Best Pilates Studio: Living Well Pilates
Small-group reformer classes focus on strength, balance, mobility, and mindful movement. Readers praise the welcoming atmosphere, supportive instructors, and personalized attention that help both newcomers and seasoned practitioners feel comfortable, challenged, and encouraged.
Runners Up: Club Pilates, Sculpt & Tone
Best Tattoo Artist: Darren Woerner, Timeless Tattoo
From intricate black-and-gray work and realistic portraits to custom pieces, Darren Woerner has spent nearly two decades turning clients’ ideas into lasting works of art. The owner of Timeless Tattoo Co. is known for his versatility, attention to detail, and ability to create tattoos that are as meaningful as they are visually striking.
Runners Up: Christie Olivieri, La Révolution Est, Peter Lamos, Golden Touch Tattoo
Best Urgent Care: Cleveland Clinic Stuart Family Health Center
The Cleveland Clinic-affiliated facility combines the resources of a major healthcare system with the accessibility of an urgent care center, making it a reader-trusted choice.
Runners Up: Access 365 Urgent Care, Treasure Coast Urgent Care
Best Waxing Salon: Nicole’s House of Wax & Skin Care
Nicole’s House of Wax & Skin Care has built a loyal following with its specialized European hard wax, designed to provide smoother results with less irritation. The salon also offers microblading, microshading, brow services, and waxing treatments.
Runners Up: Beauty by Huney, Wax Unique
Best Yoga (Indoor): Lotus Loft Yoga & Wellness
Alongside a full schedule of hot yoga, aerial yoga, and traditional flow classes, this studio offers meditation, sound healing, and wellness workshops designed to nurture both body and mind.
Runners Up: Banyan Soul Yoga Studio, Lala Hot Yoga Studio
Best Yoga (Outdoor): Riverwalk Fitness: Yoga on the River
Outdoor classes pair gentle breezes and waterfront views with mindful movement, offering a refreshing way to strengthen your body while reconnecting with nature.
Runners Up: All-Outdoors Fitness, Exhale with Grace
Editor’s Pick: Reiki with Mangata Wellness
This energetic healing practice restores balance and encourages deep relaxation. During a Reiki session at Mangata Wellness, practitioners use gentle touch or hover their hands above the body to release energetic blockages. Co-founders Jessica Ogiony and Kimberlee “Rae” Frisosky say even skeptics leave feeling lighter, calmer, and refreshed.
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