Keisha is the best out there. Period! Keisha did my make up for my wedding, including all of my…read morebridesmaids and the mothers. We all look absolutely fabulous! We had every single color of the rainbow in my wedding party, and she knew exactly how to bring the best out of each of our features. I have don't my make-up by several famous make-up artist in the past, and they can't touch Keisha in how talented she is! She will make sure that you are taken care of, and best of all she plans to make sure you are good with your time!

I've really enjoyed my experiences with Encore. I was looking for someone to press and curl my…read moremom's hair with the old fashioned straighten comb and curlers!!!! The stylist, Christiana, did an excellent job and my mom was pleased!! My mom even enjoyed the shampoo!! I will be going back--it's so nice to go to a salon who still believes in doing things the "old school" way!! Pam Balsley

So this was my first time at the salon. I explained I wanted a wash and set. When I asked how much…read moreit would cost I was quoted $50 and later found out that as a new client I was to receive a $10 discount which I did not. When the stylus introduced herself to me I explained that I was natural and had no chemicals in my hair. That I wanted a wash & set and pen curl. I asked her blow dry my roots once I came from under the hairdryer and she explained that she would lightly use a hot comb to straighten my roots. That should given her enough information to know how to manage my hair.The first clue that I knew this was not going to be a good fit for my was when the stylus was having difficulties roller setting my hair. Prior to roll a setting she washed my hair with hot water which is a no-no for natural hair.if you know anything about natural hair hot water makes your hair frizzy. The second clue is after my hair was washed I recognize that all customers in the salon were all seniors and the only equipment on each stylist area was Hot irons and hot curlers. After staying under the dryer for 45 minutes the stylus checked on me and realize my hair still was not totally dry I suggested to use the blow dryer to dry the rest of my hair as I explained to her I was not feeling well and was very hot under the dryer but she insisted for me to stay for another two minutes which I did it. When I return back to her chair I asked why my hair was so stiff and crunchy as that is not how I wear my hair. She explained that she was going to use the straightening iron to straighten my roots and that how she does it was going to pull my hair out and then pin curl me. Needless to say she caught a little attitude because I was questioning her on the condition of my hair and became quiet and she started to pin curl my hair. I did explain to her that when I get my hair done at a Dominican salon my hair is not this tight she explain how they put so much heat on your hair and I explain to her no not in my case as I explain to them how I want my hair done which is not to place a lot of heat on so my hair they just blowdry the roots so that I have a flat look and then pin curl my hair. So I left the salon and NOT to my surprise I have a head full of tight curls with a bunch of products and damp hair. So my advice is not to have your hair done at this salon unless you have a perm or you need to have your hair done with Old school techniques.

LaKeysha is a weave and makeup maven! Very professional and skilled. She works wonders and knows…read morehow to make a girl feel fabulous. Try her you won't be disappointed!

From the owner: No matter where you are in your process, you deserve to look good and feel great! We offer hair…read moreregrowth systems, nonsurgical hair replacement, medical wigs and makeup artistry. Our studio has a Certified Hair Loss Practitioner and Pro Makeup Artist that's ready to help you embrace, enjoy and celebrate beauty.

When you find a hair and makeup artist you love, you've hit the jackpot. Kris, owner of Grit Studio…read morein Alexandria, is a stylist I can count on any time I book. I've seen Kris for about the past year for blowouts and makeup applications for a variety of events, photo shoots and theater performances. Kris listens carefully to the service you want. Whenever I've shown reference photos, she re-creates them flawlessly. With makeup, I love the lash application she includes and the long-staying wear of the makeup products she applies. She's also extremely efficient, and after the first visit, she perfected my look and made each subsequent appointment easy, quick and simple. I recently visited for a headshot package she offered, where a professional photographer took new photos in her studio after I received hair and makeup treatment. I really appreciated Kris during the shoot, as she offered tips for posing and even touched up my hair and clothing to help me get the perfect shots. Her vast experience as an editorial stylist and big event artist (weddings, glam, etc.) has really provided her with an expert eye that made the photo shoot even more successful. If you're looking for hair and makeup you can trust to look great, I'd highly recommend Kris in Alexandria.

Grit Studio and owner Kris Clark are incredible! Every service is provided with full consultation…read more and the client's vision in mind! I have been a client of the Salon for four years and continue to be completely satisfied and amazed of the results! Kris continues to study to perfect her craft! Having mature hair, I decided to get extensions. The color, technique, style are perfection! There's a reason she is the small business woman of the year, and the best salon in Old Town Alexandria! Looking for an incredible Salon, stylist/colorist and products and makeup that are simply healthy for you and your hair? Grit Studio is for you!!

Very professional and on time. They listened to what I wanted and delivered. Would use again. If…read moreyou are on the fence, don't be. It is worth it!

My STG Beauty team (hairstyling and makeup) were professional, kind, and punctual. As someone who…read moredoesn't get their hair/makeup done often, I felt very comfortable in their hands. They followed my hair/makeup inspirations and made slight adjustments when asked. My hair and makeup looked great in photographs and held all through the night. Thank you STG Beauty!