I was looking for a blowout option in royal oak that was open on a Monday. Alex Emilio came through. I got a blowout by Tristen and I was really pleasantly surprised. She is incredible at blowouts. My hair is curly but I always straighten it. She got it straight with just a hairdryer. No flat iron. My go to hairstylists can't even get it this straight. I've found a new girl to add to my blowout list. If you have difficult hair or just love blowouts like I do, Tristen is excellent. read more

Lovely receptionist (she made gr8 recs for lunch and was so kind!). Amazing salon. Great stylists. I'll be back. Hannah was a gem. (The bangs need tweaking; she went waaaay too short.) read more

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THIS IS THE WORST EXPERIENCE IVE EVER HAD, not only with hair salons but service in general. Let me start with the fact that Ive been here 3 times already before with Amber and didn't really have any issues. First time was a hair cut and the following two appointments were for highlights. My last appointment I decided I wanted to overall go blonder. I booked my appointment for a highlight and haircut which estimates 4 hours. I was there for 6 AND 1/2 HOURS FOR HER TO MESS UP MY HAIR. By the time she was finishing up, they were closing the salon and turning off the lights. When I saw my hair I knew I didn't really like it, but I couldnt say anything because they were literally CLOSING THE STORE. At that point I didnt even want to ask to come back a different day because this is a known prestigious salon, and Im paying about $450 for what? I understand if there was a small mistake but my hair was BOTCHED, and I didn't see how bad it was until I got home. IF IM PAYING $450 AT A WELL KNOWN HIGH END SALON, I SHOULD NOT HAVE BANDING IN MY HAIR FROM THE BLEACH. My bangs were platinum and the rest of my hair was so brassy, patchy, and damaged. The back of my hair was also barely done and weirdly dropped off from the blonde to brown. I'll put pictures and videos. I don't understand how can take 6 1/2 hours and barely do the back of my head. I tried to call the salon and when they didn't answer, I left a voicemail and they never called back. For how upset I was, I was still very nice considering everything and said I was very disappointed and that I would not like to come back but asked if there was anything they could do to reimburse me. I absolutely hate complaining about a service it makes me feel bad and makes me nervous, but I felt like this is the one time I should say something. Again, they never called me back. At that point I let it go and had already got my hair fixed somewhere else. Here's where it gets worse. THEY CHARGE MY CARD AGAIN. They charged me for a booked out appointment after I tried to get in touch to cancel weeks before which is then when i left the voicemail and obviously was not coming back. I tried to cancel on the website but it wasn't working. At that point I just hoped that they eventually would know it was cancelled from the voicemail. After a month or so passes, I forget about the whole thing trying to block it out because it was so upsetting and I just promised myself I would never go back. BUT WHEN THEY CHARGED MY CARD AGAIN I WAS LIKE IM CALLING UNTIL I CAN GET AHOLD OF SOMEONE. It also feels like charging my card again was done ON PURPOSE, because I always would receive appointment reminders but this time I didnt receive A SINGLE ONE. When they finally picked up, i explained the whole situation and the guy was nice and told me the manager would call me back within the hour. I NEVER GOT A CALL BACK, not even the next day, next week, NOTHING. Even writing this is making me so upset because this salon doesn't care about its customers whatsoever or even care about doing good hair, they just want your money. I know this is long and I usually never write reviews but I wanted to help people possibly avoid the situation that I went through. DONT GO HERE!!! read more

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Cute salon. Got my hair done for a wedding! Quick, affordable, and everyone was really sweet! read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Wedding hair - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Latest update from visit on 2/12/20 Today at the salon I was greeted by Toni who gave me a box of tissues because I have such a runny nose from a new CF medicine. Jessica is still amazing at melting colors together. Over a year later and Jessica is still the best hairdresser I've ever had! I've added new pictures from my hair cut/color from today. Her price is definitely worth it! I wouldn't hesitate to make an appointment. Ashley her assistant did a great job helping and had applied her makeup so beautifully, that as a trained makeup artist I had to compliment her. Jessica's work keeps getting better and better. Jessica J was amazing. My last stylist had messed up my hair color very bad. She worked efficiently with great detail. I have my second appointment with her this week. May be pricey but you get what you pay for and her work is definitely worth it! read more

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LOVED MY HAIRCUT! I had Cameron take care of me today and she did an immaculate job! She took her time with with my hair, which is something I'm not use to at all with my hair stylist. She has great conversation skills and we had a great talk while she was working on me. The salon was also super cute and reasonably priced! Go see Cameron ASAP!!! read more

Vanessa is brilliant! Only person I trust with my blonde hair. Go see her!! It is pricey but you get what you pay for.

Super cool salon! They give you wine as you sit down, which is always a nice touch. Chelsea did a good job with my hair! I have thick, Asian hair, so I'm always a little nervous to get it cut some place new, but I love it! One thing I wish they told me about was the pricing of services beforehand. I had asked about Olaplex (since I was getting balayage and was afraid of the bleach damaging my hair). Chelsea recommended a different treatment, which cost additional. I just wish I knew so that I wasn't surprised at the end. Otherwise, had a great time here and liked my cut and color! read more

I am so glad I transitioned to this salon! Amy is always so creative and helpful when I'm trying to decide what to do next with my hair. I'm always the most indecisive and she can make great things happen, even when I bring in a million pictures from Pinterest. The whole staff is just super friendly and accommodating. read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Best Salon in Ro. Alex Lochi is a great stylist. Him and his staff are friendly and always do a great job. Also a great hockey team captain. read more

Love this place. Been going for many years ! Relaxing atmosphere and treat you like family ! Def recommended

Quality haircut for a man in his thirties or early twenties or late thirties at a good price

Absolutely love love love Alex Emilio! So much so that after years of benefitting from other users' reviews on Yelp I finally had to write my first one ever for this salon. The salon is beautiful, modern, peaceful, relaxing, and tasteful. They do an amazing job at creating a luxurious but not overwhelming atmosphere and even treat you to tea or coffee, or wine while you get pampered! But the real treasure and what makes this boutique salon so unique is my hair stylist, and now friend, April. April has a very unique skill and artful mastery with hair. I came to her over two years ago after a recommendation from a friend. At the time, my hair was damaged horribly due to years of home and salon blonde bleaching. My hair was extremely dry, breaking off, and two totally different lengths due to the breakage. Coming to Alex Emilio, I was super self-conscious and afraid of what a stylist would tell me. But April was so reassuring. You know the people who are genuinely passionate about what they do? That's April. She won't bullshit you, and even the worst news always has a solution. She truly cares about what she does and I trust her completely. April listens closely and does a beautiful job of interpreting what I want everytime-even when I have a hard time communicating what I want or don't even know myself. She styles you to your personality and life style. She teaches you how to care for your hair and is honest with you about what you need to do. After two years, my hair is thicker, healthier, softer, and shinier than it's EVER been in my life and it's all a credit to April's amazing talent! I've only been coming to April for a few years but know I'm a lifer and would never let anyone else touch my hair! read more

Alex Emilio Salon - First balayage! April is a straightup MIRACLE WORKER! - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Ive been coming to Alex Amelio Salon for 12 years. I had Lindsey do my hair. She had to fix a horrific emergency hair cut I got somewhere else due to Covid. Not only is my hair Perfect, my color is Amazing. If I could rate her by stars she would get the entire Galaxy! read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

I've gotten my hair done here a few times and it's always been an amazing experience. Staff is *always* exceptional and facility is bomb. I did however see an employee by the name of Billy make some terrible remarks against Muslims online and was horrified to see he worked here. I hope that gets addressed with him. That doesn't make me comfortable. Otherwise you guys are fabulous read more

I was hesitant to come to AlexEmilio Salon knowing the stigma of high end salons. I had all these expectations coming in but kid you not, this was the best experience I've ever had in a salon. The staff was very welcoming - didn't make you feel out of place at all! My stylist was Amy and she was the best! She knew exactly what I wanted with my hair after showing her a picture and it turned out amazing. She also had an assistant Audrey who came in and out of my appt (since Amy's a hot commodity) that was so relatable to me that I genuinely saw us being friends. I swear, the match was made in heaven between the three of us. My appt lasted 3 1/2 hours but it felt like an hour. Time really does fly by when you're having fun! Price wise, they are very reasonable. I have very long, thick Asian hair and I wanted blonde ombre highlights. I expected to drop at least $200 but first time clients get a 20% off of the first $100 spent. My hair totaled $165 but ended up paying $145. Hands down, this will be my salon til I find another (which will never happen) or if Amy decides to leave. read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Before and after - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Every woman knows that you have certain fixtures in your life...sort of like Cheers. A place where everybody (or at least a few) people know your name, and you're always glad you came. A place that, should it go out of business, it would do more than ruin your day, it would be catastrophic. Howling NOOOOOOOO, flinging yourself onto the floor and maybe even an adult temper-tantrum catastrophic. For many women, finding your dream salon is one of those fixtures. I'm not a narcissist and I do my own mani/pedis, but my hair is a different matter. I started going gray when I was twenty-two, and now am completely 100% gray at a completely unfair age. Not just gray, but Stubborn Gray. Gray that pops up in a very noticeable and unattractive skunk stripe right around the 30-day point after coloring it. DIY box coloring for a few years had gotten tiring (especially since procrastinating such a PITA chore is something I do extraordinarily well) and so when a new job required me to always look polished, I went on the hunt for a new salon. Turning to Yelp (duh) I perused my Royal Oak choices and found that none of the options really appealed to me. If more than one review is very specific about a complaint, I take that to heart. I have no interest in a place where I know I'll feel judged by other patrons and the stylists. I don't want to hock a kidney to pay for a once-a-month necessary pampering. And most of all, I want my hair to look fabulous! Alex Emilio's reviews intrigued me...reliable Yelpers seemed extremely happy with this place. Even people with "challenging" hair were delighted. So I made an appointment and was immediately treated to the AE experience...they really bend over backwards when it comes to customer service. From working with my (also) challenging schedule to making me feel comfortable and welcome, they truly knocked it out of the park. I was (and am) hooked. My regular stylist, Casey, is one of those people I wish I'd known all those years I was box-dyeing. Once a month I eschew sleeping in on a Saturday morning and head in to see her, knowing that my day will be better for it. She works amazing voodoo magic on my hair...it looks better now than it has in my entire life, no joke. The color is stunning (in a good natural way!), the cuts are always A+, and on top of that you truly know that she loves her job and her customers too. I could go in cranky, sleep-deprived or under the weather, and just hanging out with her (while she works said voodoo magic) puts an awesome spin on my day. The most amazing hair moment came when I brought in a picture of some French actress (don't we all want to look like French actresses??) with SHORT HAIR. Keeping in mind that I'd repeatedly told Casey she could do absolutely anything with my hair EXCEPT cutting it short, she was surprised. But she studied the picture, determined that Yes, my hair could do that, and proceeded to give me the best haircut of my life. I've received more compliments on this cut/style than I have on my hair in general during my time on this earth. I can't recommend her enough. Matthew is entrusted with my eyebrows and is equally blessed with the voodoo magic...he tames, he wrangles, then the kicker is that he touches up my makeup (remember, I'm there at o'dark-thirty) for free. All with a huge genuine smile and enthusiasm that makes me just want to hug him repeatedly (which is fine, since he hugs right back). Yes I'm gushing but I can't tell you enough how much I love Alex Emilio...from their insanely helpful text-message reminders to their shockingly reasonable price structure (plus deals on products, which makes me weep with joy since they carry Bumble & bumble) to the fun events they have regularly to the staff that I adore...they have my little Yelp heart (and hair) in their hands. Love them. read more

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I've been going to Alex Emilio for years. And I can definitely say that it is the best salon for me. I have never been a salon type person. But I enjoy it here. I enjoy the people and they do a great job. Both Emilio and Lindsey cut my hair and they do a great job every time. The other jewel of the salon is definitely April. See my eyebrows in my picture? That's all her. She's also an amazing makeup artist as well. I know that's a lot of positive, but it's real. I'm a pretty picky person! read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Frankie is the best & she saved my hair! I've worked and been to many salons so I'm happy to have found a salon where people truly care about the health of hair instead of just making $. read more

First time at this salon and Nicole was my stylist. I've gotta say she really knows her stuff. I came in for a toner and was telling her how dry my hair felt and how hard it has been to brush and keep from getting tangled. Nicole suggested a keratin treatment that doesn't break the bank (much needed in times like these). Let me just say that after my first wash since getting my hair done- the difference is legitimately tangible. Absolutely no trouble brushing my hair with no use of product to detangle. Whatever treatment she did for me is magical. I could even feel the difference during my wash. My hair just FEELS healthier. 10/10 and I will be coming back to her for all of my hair needs. read more

I decided to give this salon a try based on the previous reviews and so happy that I found it. It was my first time in, Chelsea cut my hair. I completely changed my hair style and cut off about 7-8". Chelsea did a fantastic job, very detail and customer oriented. Will be back for sure! read more

Kind of pricey but very nice salon. My stylist was really cold, quiet and kind of rude but I watched others and they were the opposite. I would go there again but I'd try another stylist. read more

This is my happy place. Everyone is SO nice and professional. Their products are top notch, their services second-to-none. If you're a newbie, ask for Lauren G. I've been going to Lauren since 2014. In five years she has never failed to impress. She always makes me feel relaxed and right at home with a coffee, tea, or glass of wine. She listens attentively when I have a specific request and offers valuable input when I need it. And she nails it every time. We've gotten to the point where I just sit in the chair and let her do her thing. She has incredible vision and it's clear that she keeps herself educated on the latest hair trends and techniques. She's the reason I went blonde. Before her, never in my wildest dreams would I have imagined I would be a blonde! I would highly recommend this salon to anyone looking for a quality hair (or makeup) service. You won't regret it. read more

April is still a genius with the eyebrows. She's fabulous. I have some difficult brows, and I had Aubrey do them once and they did not come out as well. I had my hair cut for the first time in 2 years at this place. I was given some serious attitude by one of the stylists. You see, I am ass broke. And I really hate going to the salon. I hate making small talk. I hate having my hair pulled and pulled and pulled while it is getting dried. But I really needed a hair cut. It was a pretty good cut. But man, what a snob. I happen to be a huge fan of box hair dye, I really like my color. I have gotten SO MANY compliments on my hair color. He kept nagging me to come back and let him do a professional color. Dude, I do not have $200 to drop every other month on hair color. I don't have 3 hours. And further, I have no one to impress. I am a student, I live in a pony tail and hoodies. But I will keep coming back to April... the hair stylists though, ugh. Whatever. read more

I have been coming to AE for 6 years now. Started with Alex. Alex does a great job, but cancelled on me last minute more than I liked. Then I switched to Ixchel and I haven't looked back. Great attention to details, she knows that I like to just sit and read not chat it up, and she tells me when my choice for cut/color is way out of my league. The only reason that I don't give 5 stars is because they run late all of the time, even if you are the first client of the day. read more

I moved back to Michigan not dreading the cold, but instead, dreading the painful task of finding a new hairdresser. At the recommendation of a friend, I called Alex Emilio Salon. I believe her exact quote was, "Call and ask for Roman. He's a hair God." Sweet, that works. I was so excited about my hair appointment that I went a week early. My appointment was for Thursday, May 29th and I showed up Thursday, May 22. They were super nice about my airhead-ness, though, and scheduled me in for a later appointment that day. I told Roman to do whatever he wanted with my hair - I left with a new color and a sweet cut. Salon is edgy and unique, more like something you would expect in New York or even LA. read more

Okay, so I started going to Alex Emilio fresh out of high school after my favorite stylist left the upstairs salon, I think maybe I was still in high school.. regardless, I heard they did a good job. Maybe it's my funky style that they just can't grasp. Anyways, the hair cuts were okay, so I stuck with getting them there a few times. I moved to NYC and never looked backed at Alex Emilio for obvious reasons, plus my haircut in nyc was the same price and looked better. (Sorry guys!) Anywho, I recently moved back and got my hair cut and colored by Katy and I hate it. I really really hate looking at it.. I showed a picture of an orange-y copper-y girl and said this color and showed a short hair cut on some celebrity that I wanted. The cut is fine, I'm pretty easy to please about my hair cuts.. my last two hair cuts my friends and I did (just to give you an idea .. and no my friend is not a hairstylist she is a costume designer). Anyways, my color is the real probelm. Nowhere on my head is orange-y copper-y, it's like maroon red. The top is totally different color than the sides. Think *NSYNC Justin when they first came out, frosted tips on top and natural side. hideous. I feel so trashy with this dye job I have to go back and ask what they can do to fix it, if they can fix it. :( Also my stylist has a mouth of a sailor, which I don't really mind, maybe she feels that because I'm 24 I'm the same way, but I'm not. And it's pretty unprofessional. I didn't know this but it was also the same girl that did an updo for my brother's wedding a year and a half ago that I really didn't like because it was nothing like what I showed her. This sounds really harsh, but if you hate looking at yourself after you just spent a nice amount of money, .. I mean, really?! read more

I have been to this salon twice, as it had gotten good reviews in local magazines. I am not overwhelmed by the cuts they have given, however. I've never been unhappy with my cuts here, but I've never been blown away either. Considering the prices here, I think I won't be returning for an average haircut. read more

Do not book with Chelsea!! After close to 4 hours of sitting on a chair with foils in my hair, the results were extremely disappointing. Not only did she miss the boat on the color/highlights, but tried to convince me that we will need another appointment to get to where I want to get to? Are you kidding me?? I told you exactly what I wanted, showed your several pictures, and you said you got this... we will do ash colored highlights and then everything came out brassy, almost light orange and toner was applied and nothing worked came out like I expected - waste of time and money! The highlights were all blended together, looked like one color... awful experience! read more

I've been having my hair done by Steven for the past year and I've never been happier! He's very professional, precise, trendy and well trained! I recently had my long hair chopped off and my results were wonderful! I would not have trusted this big of a task to anyone else. I get compliments on my hair cut and color on almost a daily basis. I've also taken my mother to have her hair done by Steven and I've never seen her more confident in all my life! Hopefully Steven likes me because he's earned himself a lifelong client! Also very reasonable pricing which is a huge bonus :) read more

I am some who never really got an actual haircut done in like ages, the only thing I used to get done was getting my hair trimmed or maybe a little bangs on the front, but now that I got one, I am just loving it. Ashley, my hair dresser was confident and she was ready to take a risk. But everything worked out great. I love the cut that she gave to me and I would definitely recommend this place to everyone who I know and to everyone who is reading this. read more

If you have natural curly hair, or very thick hair this is the place to go!! They excel in hairstyles, coloring, treatments, you name it they do it. My hair has never looked so good!! I go to Alex, Emilio, Jenny, everyone is really good, you can't go wrong with anyone really! read more

I went to see Tony because he cuts a friend's hair and it always looks great. I have to disclose that I did hair for ages so I am not an easy client to please. Don't get me wrong I'm not picky I just know the difference between a great cut and a marginal one. Tony is a great guy, very easy to talk to, and best of all he listens. I wanted a inverted bob and I was very open with letting him do what he thought was best. The result is the best cut I've had in YEARS and I so relieved so have some one who does a good job. It's makes going to the salon a pleasurable experience. read more

Mark is seriously the best barber ever! There are few things you need in life, a good barber is one of them. I haven't had anyone else cut my hair since I first met him in 2015. read more

I've come here for my haircuts for the past few years and have had a great haircut every time. I normally just ask for whoever is available and have had no problems. The customer service and quality of this place has gone downhill. I was not offered anything to drink or have my coat taken, even though other people around me were being asked. It wasn't until I went to the chair and had my huge jacket and purse on my lap, did someone ask me if I wanted it hung up. Then upon checkout no one offered to give me my coat back. I asked my coat back and they said sure go ahead and get it. When I asked for water at the end, they acted like it was an inconvenience. My haircut also wasn't great quality either. She spent about whole two minutes cutting it and the cut was not even. The whole experience felt like I was at Borics and not a high end salon. Will never be going back again. read more

Love this place all staff is extremely friendly! Britney never fails me she is my go to for haircuts, highlights, and any special occasions! Both my brothers go to see her every month for their hair cuts and their hair has never looked better. She takes her time and always know exactly what I want! Anyways if anyone ever needs a great cosmetologist try Britney! read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Today was my first time at Alex Emilio Salon. I had a not so good haircut at another salon in Royal Oak and really just needed a solid haircut. Renee worked on my hair and was super talented and was also so nice to chat with. You know how sometimes you go into a hair appointment and it's that awkward back and forth conversation that never really goes anywhere? Well this was not that and Renee seems like a genuinely kind person. My hair looks a TON better and I really appreciate the work she did. I'll definitely be coming back to see her! read more

Always have the best experience at this salon! Ambur is the best and my hair always turns out exactly how I want it, which in my opinion is very diffcult to find! The salon is clean and modern and everyone who works there is really friendly. I live out of state and every time I am in MI I make sure to visit Alex and Emilio. read more

Alex Emilio Salon - Hair Salons Near Me - Royal Oak, Michigan

Beautiful place and great location. Prices are extremely comparable for the service and expertise you get. Ask for Billy! He's amazing!

Best hair salon in Birmingham hands down I have been seeing Jenny for many years now and if I can't get in with her Justine and Brittany are also amazing very attentive to details read more