Best Asian hair care experience I have ever had. Digital perms have been worth every penny and every minute: my hair was soft, bouncy and shiny from Day One and stayed that way for 5 months. I have never before had such great, reliable results: made styling at home so quick and easy and satisfying. Henry is meticulous and really knows what he is doing. The salon itself is very clean and has a comfortable, professional vibe. read more

Mom and I walked in and got quality service! Very nice guys! The place was clean well lit and I'm glad we got there early as a bunch of people came in after us ! read more

Just came here to get a quick blowout and it was great! The man who did it scrubbed my head while he was shampooing and gave me a head massage and blew out my hair and curled it beautifully. read more

Ace Hair Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Such a wonderful salon! My mother got a haircut for my wedding and she looks amazing. We were able to get a wash and cut as walk-ins. The atmosphere is very relaxing and comfortable. The stylists are welcoming and clearly take great pride in their work, as they should. Would recommend Ace Hair Salon to anyone, and would definitely return here in the future! read more

Favorite place for a haircut! I've been to other places in Ithaca and while the price is the same ($35-$45) this is the only place I know that's inclusive of drying and styling your hair at the end. I was able to do a walk in with no problem and the entire process took less than 35 min. read more

I've been going here for a few years. It started off great, but the service and quality has declined. The owner is good at cutting hair but he does not listen to what you request. Time after time I leave with my hair far shorter than what I wanted despite multiple assurances that it would not be cut that short. It is very frustrating and this last time was my final service. read more

Overall quality of service was good, but the barber cut my hair too short too quickly, meaning there was no going back and fixing it. Did not listen to my concerns in the beginning concerning hair length and my other preferences in general. The quality of the cut and perm did turn out fine, just not to my liking. read more

I had an overall great experience! Definitely one of the best hair cuts I've ever had and barley had to explain what I wanted. I will not be going any where else to have my hair done read more

This is the first bad review that I've ever left on yelp, because I rarely write reviews and I hate to hurt people's business. Maybe my experience was a fluke, or maybe I just have different standards from other reviewers, but I am deeply disappointed by my haircut from this salon. Having just moved to Ithaca, I was recommended this salon by a Chinese friend, and I expected at least a decent experience based on the glowing yelp reviews. Boy was I wrong. I walked 40 minutes and paid 40 dollars for a simple trim and ended up with uneven sides and the most hideous back design for a short bob that I've ever seen. I have kept the same hairstyle for two years now. In the past, I have requested the same cut from at least half a dozen different stylists both in China and in the U.S. This is the first time that I've seen a STRAIGHT LINE back design. On top of that, I had to trim one side of my hair with a pair of stationary scissors after I got home because despite my multiple reminders, the stylist did not believe that one side was longer than the other. If there's anything good to say about the salon, I guess the receptionist was sufficiently nice, and the place looked big and clean. To those who plan to get their haircut here, I suggest that you make your requirements excruciatingly clear, or you may end up with the same level of frustration. Personally I do not plan to come back here. read more

Ace Hair Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Ithaca, New York

Thank you so much always for your great service, I just had beautiful hair coloring, very hard to find a hair stylist in this town knows and understands asian hair but so happy you guys are here now read more

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Favorite haircutter in Ithaca. It's been tough finding a haircutter that knows how to cut asian hairstyles, and Ace feels like my home hair salon that I go to. They also wash your hair, which no other place that I've been to has cared to do. 100% recommend, and I will be continuing to go here while I'm in Ithaca. read more

Spent $110 for a perm that resulted in my hair straighter than ever in an hour and damaged. Sorry to say it but completely incompetent.

You've got Asian hair? You want a good basic cut at a good value? Then this is the place to go. Before I go on, I want to comment many hair salon stylists around Ithaca have failed at the basic task of cutting my hair ... I've been to many Ithaca salons over years, always coming out feeling that I had both my time and money. My feeling was so strong that I had altogether stopped going to hair salon for several years, opting to just let my hair grow, occasionally cutting it myself, or asking friends for a trim. I went this time though because it was getting a tad too long and I didn't feel like bothering my neighbor again for a cut. True, the owner-stylist Henry is not exactly the top conversationalist. But try asking him about his 2-year-old daughter and you will see his hard face melt into one of smiles. It is so sweet to have witnessed that very obvious change on his face. You need to make an appointment before going to this place. This place is a two-person operation. The owner Henry is the only person who cuts hair. His wife, if she is around, does admin, washes hair and perm (.. I'm not 100% sure of the wife's works .. correct me if I'm mistaken). So anyway, do you understand now why you need an appointment? Please be respectful and show up on time. Henry and his wife speak Chinese and Korean. So if you speak those languages, you may have even more fun. I paid $32 for a cut, cash. If you pay with a credit card, you will pay more. They also give you a stamping card and if you collect 6 stamps, you get $10 off from cuts next time, or 20% off from perm/curl. Henry "lightened" my hair - no, not in color, but in weight - by a method I had long forgotten that it existed. This is a feat no other hair salon in Ithaca ever offered me, not one. When he did that to my hair, I was like "Ooohhh now I remember! ... that's how they used to do it for me in J-country." Now, my head is light. My hair length is now just right, too. It's a good, solid cut that I haven't had in years. Thank you, Henry. May your family and business prosper - Ithaca needs you. read more

I really don't like giving bad reviews but I had a terrible experience here. I was excited that there was an Asian hair salon in Ithaca so I wouldn't have to go all the way to New York in order to get an haircut. Based on so many good reviews, I decided to give it a try. I've been to a number of Asian hair salons in the US, Japan and China but none of them disappointed me so bad as this one did. All I asked was a basic short bang but it seemed like the stylist wasn't able to accomplish this task. My bang was very uneven, some spots were longer and some were shorter. He had a hard time fixing my hair even though I made my request very clear. The two sides of my hair had different lengths so I had to fix it myself after I got home. But I really appreciate his patience and willingness to try to fix my hair. What made me most uncomfortable was that the woman who washed my hair had an attitude like "I don't give a sh** to my customers." Anyways, I am extremely disappointed. Well if you want to get Asian hair styles, it seems like this is the only choice since it's the only Asian hair salon here. read more

I am super happy with my cut and color from today. I've come here three times, and I never leave disappointed. He always asks me if I'm comfortable with the length he's cutting before he does it, and he verified the color schemes with me on a board before he colored my hair. I've had my hair colored in town by a different salon before and had so much regret. The other salon messed up my hair, but this salon did such a wonderful job!! My hair is super soft despite having my hair dyed, and the color compliments the cut. Very happy (: read more

Overall very happy with my experience here. The place is clean, and the stylist is professional.

Really professional place. Understand my requirements very well. I tried once in Jan and then it become my go-to haircut place around Ithaca, Cortland and Syracuse. They recently started to have skincare and lashes service, would love to try. read more

I had heard that this place cuts Asian hair and I decided to get my haircut here. When I went, I was the only one at the salon. Overall, he did a good job. If you pay cash, you get a 10% discount. read more

He is very experienced in Asian hairstyles. Very friendly service. The only drawback is he takes appointment only.

Every time They did an awesome job both magic firm , volume magic , cutting and coloring my hair...

I'm a college student and this was my first time getting a haircut in Ithaca and not my hometown. My mom told me to look for salons that were specialized in cutting Asian hair. After looking online and recommendations from Asian friends, I decided to go to Ace. I had spoken to the salon via facebook messenger and they were efficient in answering my questions quickly and set up an appointment (theyre appointment only and i was able to get an appointment for the next day!) When I got there, he was kind and took my things. He washed, cut then blew dry my hair, listening and taking my requests. I would definitely come back! Also, if you pay with cash you get 10% off! Overall a wonderful experience. read more

Along with others here, I was really happy to see an Asian hair salon in Ithaca! Henry has over 11 years of experience with cutting hair, in China and in NYC. He is fluent in Chinese and Korean. I was able to book an appointment within a day over the phone. He was very meticulous and spent a lot of time on my cut, making sure that split ends were gone. I highly recommend his service to anyone who wants a great job done! read more

Very friendly, nice, and exactly understands how I want my hair to be shown. The price is also reasonable. And for just in case, I recommend you to make an appointment before visiting. You can make it by both phone call and wechat. read more

Wonderful haircut skills and very welcoming atmosphere. Very clean place,I will back soon!! read more

Great hair salon in Ithaca!!! You don't need to worry about ur hair anymore since they can do what you want~

The hair dresser has good skill. He cut my hair very carefully and did a good job perm my hair. He may not be the most friendly hairdresser, but he knows how to get jobs done. It is a little bit pricey than I expected, but overall the result is satisfying. read more

Best hair salon I've been experienced in U.S. I've been doing my haircut here for a whole year. The owner will ask your requirements and help you design the look to make it better. The price is reasonable, compared to the service I get. There is one thing to notice, which is to book with the owner before you came just in case it's fully booked and no schedule for walk in. read more

ACE Hair Salon is great! I have been looking for a hair salon for Asian hairs in Ithaca for a while and I am so happy that I have finally found one. The hair cut is very stylish at an extremely reasonable price. The hours are very convenient as well -- 9:30am to 7:30 all day except for Tuesday. Now everyone in my family comes here for hair cuts -- including my husband and two kids. Very grateful for this new place in Ithaca -- thumbs up! read more

I went here due to the reviews on Yelp. I had keratin treatment, coloring and a cut. I showed Henry the cut that I wanted and he did it! He took his time with my keratin and color. Then came the cut. He was very intense and was determined to get it just right. He was very polite and so wasn't the receptionist. Thank you, Henry. "I'll be back" read more

My go-to place for haircut in this area. The shop is clean and spacious. The couple that owns the shop are very nice and welcoming. The hair dresser is professional and knows how to style Asian hair very well. Highly recommended read more

I have found the one! Henry did a magnificent job with my hair. No other salon has ever been able to get the color that I wanted, which is not a rare color by any means. He took his time with my haircut. I've never had anyone cut my hair while it was still wet and cut again after blow drying it. Super efficient job. A little pricey but the quality is well worth the money. My new go-to hair place! read more

Eventually I found my hair salon!!! I tried cut, color, perm, volume root perm. I am so happy about how my hair look every time after the visit. The salon is very clean and nicely decorated. read more

The ONLY best place you can get a Good Asian style haircut in Ithaca! Highly recommended for Asian students. The master here is a nice gentleman who really knows what hair style you want. The price is a little bit higher than the average (25 dollars compared to 20 dollars in other haircut places in Ithaca), but the service definitely worth the price. read more

This is the best hair salon in Ithaca! I highly recommend the keratin treatment and reminessance clinic!!

I'm so happy I found Ace Salon! I wanted to dye my hair blonde, and was pretty nervous- I have very dark brown/black hair and the one time I tried to do it myself it turned out like 5 shades of orange. Henry nailed it! It's a beautiful uniform light blonde, exactly the shade I wanted, and he put a flattering greyish white tint on it that looks amazing. I get complements on it all the time! The price is affordable, the salon is comfortable and relaxed, and Henry speaks both Chinese and Korean! If you're looking for someone who really understands Asian hair, and is an absolute master at coloring jobs, look no further. Ace is Ithaca's best kept hair salon secret! read more

Had my hair re-cut right after, at another Barber shop for half the price. Hair was blotchy and uneven. Parking is spacious.