The Beauty Space is a beauty salon at 10A Iwa Iti Street in Waitara, a coastal town in the New Plymouth district; its Facebook page is a good place to check current details. Beauty salons cover the everyday upkeep — brows, waxing, nails, facials — and the good ones are as much about the conversation as the treatment. In a town Waitara's size, word of mouth tends to settle who books where, and regulars usually stay with one therapist who has learned their skin, their sensitivities and exactly how they like things done. It pays to book ahead, as small-town salons often work by appointment and fill up before weekends and events. Expect a first visit to start with a few questions about your skin and any allergies, particularly before waxing or facial treatments. For Waitara locals, having the salon on Iwa Iti Street means an appointment without the drive into New Plymouth.