I have been getting my hair done in Southern California my entire life. This past summer I moved to Virginia Beach and started looking for a new hair stylist. After careful research and inquiries I decided on AOC Salon. July 31st, 2019 was my first appointment at AOC Salon to have my roots lightened up before a quick visit back home to California. I was excited and eager to visit the salon and have my hair looking refreshed, lightened, and ready for my trip. Jamie was the stylist I saw. After completing the color treatment, rinsing, and prepping to dry my hair, Jamie burnt off chunks of my hair on the very top of my head. She had handfuls of my hair coming out into her hands and had to wipe them all in to a towel. Jamie could not even finish drying my hair because of fear of further damage...as if it could not get any worse. During my drive home I saw more and more of my wet scraggly sad hair shedding off. All I could wonder is when will this nightmare end, how long will it take for my hair to grow back, and what on earth am I going to do about this ridiculous cow lick/buzz cut on the top of my head now. Never go here....there are better places very close by. Coming from Orange County I can say I know quality salons when I see them. This salon is a disgrace to hair, art, and beauty. A true shame. ************ Response to Business Owners Statement: It alarms me to learn that you had a meeting with Jamie to discuss what happened to me yet chose not to reach out to me personally. It took my yelp review for me to hear from you. You had my number. Jamie pushed me out the door with nothing but a complimentary conditioner bottle to "repair" the damage she did. I have now as of September 6th, 2019 spent well over $1,400 between two different salons to repair the damage your Salon caused me. I am getting married this year and your business did this to me. AOC Salon should come with a warning on the front door. read more

It is clean and organized due to Covid, they offer mask and sanitizer at the entrance for everyone to be protected. I think the prices are little bit to much, but they are professional and they use good products! For me, The washing chairs are not comfortable at all, but I did enjoy my hair result. read more

Absolutely love!! Bailey helped me get rid of my dull brittle blonde and turned me into a brunette queen again. Not only are all the products amazing and smell so good, but she took so much time talking to me before we got started and understanding what i really wanted! read more

Roberto was great. My hair was really long and he gave me a fresh look. It's going to be easy to maintain and it's super cute. I really appreciate the short notice appointment too. I had to do something to my hair and I'm thrilled they could make it happen same day. Definitely will be back. read more

Loved this salon, great atmosphere and wonderful stylists and people. Instead of immediately going in a bleaching over my already bleached hair to fix some highlights, my stylists looked at less harsher options like toning it. The ONLY negative thing I will have to say about this salon is that every service is in fact SEPARATE. If you get anything done to your hair, the hair cut is separate (40$?). For example, all I had done to my shoulder length hair was have toner applied (10 minutes process). And I got less than half an inch cut off, since my hair is very short already, and it costed over 100$ (not including tip)! read more

I scheduled an appointment for the second time after the first one got cancelled and they never reached out to me. My appointment was scheduled for June 9th 4:00 pm, & got moved to 1:30pm June 9th the day of without my permission. I specifically called out of work and have been talking about this all week long. I go into work at 4pm so I called out for this appointment. I asked to speak to a manager and they are not even in the salon. Had the management call me personally, straight off the bat gave me a rude attitude over the phone, tried explaining to me that it's my fault for missing the appointment for not confirming the changes sent to my email/ phone. I never received an email & I received a text message today the day of "reminding my appointment is at 1:30", she gave me a snotty attitude and said "well the email and text is what's supposed to save our shit", I immediately started cussing at her asking for the supervisor, she begins to call me a psychopath & said she's the owner and banned me, on Yelp ive read dozens other 1 star-3star reviews, Brian the real business owner should give me a call or write back on here, you seem way kinder, welcoming, and respectful towards upset costumers. read more

I was visiting from out of town on a short notice business trip, and needed to get my hair cut and my roots dealt with so I didn't go into my meetings looking a mess (i have a pixie cut and I missed my regularly scheduled hair appt because of this trip, so needless to say, it was much needed). The salon got me in same day, and Roberto was my stylist. He was incredible. He suggested we tone my color. It turned out amazing. Also, I told him I have a sensitive scalp and he used some magic oil that kept it from burning when he applied stuff to my scalp. Finally, he did a great job on the cut. I left feeling like a million bucks, and more than a little sad that I live four hours away. Fortunately, I'll be back in town soon for another meeting, and it coincides nicely with needing another appointment. I hope he'll be available! read more

After an extensive search for someone who can skillfully cut curly/wavy hair, I found Andrea Ware at the Va Beach location. She's got curly hair herself so she's well aware of the challenges. I love her. Before Andrea, people wanted to give me a bob cut that angled toward my face. Drove me crazy to have that weight and all that hair around, and in, my face. Andrea worked with me to nail the right color and cut for me. Took a few visits for her to get to know my hair, and me, before she nailed it so don't expect perfection on the first visit (with any stylist). The important part is she listened and paid attention, and she's skilled. She let me try things that she ended up liking and advised me against a couple things she knew wouldn't work, so great communication. The salon is nice and comfortable. Their shampooing sinks are comfy; I have bad arthritis in my neck so that's important. They handled covid well so I was at-ease going there all through 2020, and still. I highly recommend AOC and Andrea! read more

Such a great experience with Sabrina and the staff. Professional, experienced, fun, and amazing results! Thanks to all

I have been coming here for a few months. Followed my FAVORITE stylist Dervelle! He is so amazing!! The knowledge, care and commitment he displays, is like no other! The salon is well managed from beginning to end!! Appointment are made with ease. Solon is clean and tidy, just the way I like it!! Products speak for themselves. A Complimentary (array) beverages, accompanies every visit! read more

I absolutely love AOC salon! They make me feel welcome whenever I come in for appointment. All the staffs are very friendly and I love that they offer you complimentary coffee, or tea Candace did an amazing job with my hair. I recommend this place to all of my friends. I love it! read more

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Katelyn is amazing! Did a great job with my hair and very friendly and into her clients needs and wants, she gave the best scalp massage as well! Very nice to talk to :) will be back read more

I'm giving 3 stars for 2 separate appointments at 2 different times. I'm not giving out names of employees nor which customer. Why am I doing my review this way? Back in the day, 2 centuries ago, I was a hair dresser and salon owner. With one of the two visits, I was extremely happy with the service, the other, not so much. I wasn't totally disappointed, but things could have been better. Will I go back? More than likely. Why? Those shampoo bowls for one reason! Starting with the bowls to the chairs. It literally fits every person nicely. A great way to relax so that your not stressed feeling. Come on people, anyone that has laid back in a standard shampoo bowl knows exactly what I'm stating is the truth!! read more

Very friendly staff! Felt comfortable from the moment I walked into the beautiful salon. Jamie listened to everything I wanted and helped me decide on the best way to bring my dull damaged hair back to life! She did an amazing job, thank you Jamie! Booked another appointment before I left because I was so pleased. read more

I love this salon and have been getting my hair done here for a while! Robyn does such a great job and is seriously the best and getting your color just right. I have received so many compliments since my last appointment! read more

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Don't waste your time - I just relocated here and I needed to find a new salon. I chose this salon with high hopes. However, they were quickly dashed by an inexperienced stylist. She barely spoke two words to me, but chatted non-stop with her coworkers, gave me water in a dirty glass and I left in tears with the worst color and haircut. I went from very blonde to brassy yellow. I was told that the owner would call the next day to talk to me- that never happened. Then, I was offered an appointment with a senior stylist- the day before I was to go, I received a TEXT- 'Sorry, you'll have to make an appointment with someone else.' They did not even have the class to call me. read more

I hate starting fresh and finding a place to trust my hair to just anyone. I went to the Virginia Beach location because the one closest to me has like almost zero availability when I need an appointment. I got my hair colored followed by a follow up visit for high lights. Emma did an amazing job and was very patient with my descriptions. She hit it out of the ball park when I described what I was looking for but wasn't shy in explaining how the color would look and eventually settle. I definitely recommend this salon! read more

I gifted my girlfriend a "full treatment" they did an amazing job of taking care of her and making her feel like the special lady she is.

I really wanted to love this place.. And I tried and tried for years. After every disappointment I was telling myself not to go there anymore, but eventually I was giving it another try... The atmosphere and customer service are great but the haircutting skills of most of the stylists are not. I probably had 2 proper cuts in 5 years. Went thru a lot of stylists, "seniors" , "masters" .. The same result...2 proper cuts! What's the point of bringing a picture and showing them what you expect when they will cut it the only way they know- choppy, unblended , uneven "invisible" layers? It's shameful for a place that charges 60+ for a haircut and pretend to be "trendy" , not to follow the latest techniques and not to train their stylists properly. read more

I wanted to take a moment to say that Sabrina was the best and I have been searching for someone that could make me love my hair again and finally found her! She took her time and listened to what I wanted, made some professional suggestions that I went with, and am glad I did! I have gotten so many compliments since and am grateful to her for a doing such a fabulous job. Thank you Sabrina!! read more

Love this place. Have been going there for three years and Krystal does an awesome job every single time no matter what I want done from layers to pink to balayage. She recommends great products but doesn't push anything on you. Always friendly staff. Clean. Professional staff. Nice studio. Noise level tolerable. Definitely an amazing place to go to. read more

I've recently switched to AOC at Hilltop and have been so happy with Jessica. She's very down-to-earth and has none of the diva attitude (like "how dare you question whether my cut/color is perfect?"), which I've unfortunatly encountered at numerous other Va. Beach salons. Since starting with Jessica, my color has been more natural-looking and longer-lasting than in recent years, and my cut is solid. So when two of my sons needed cuts, I asked Jessica about getting them scheduled, but she had stopped taking new clients. Instead, she kindly and thoughtfully recommended different stylists for each of my boys, based on pictures and descriptions I shared. One of my boys had a really great experience with Kimmi, who expertly cleaned-up poorly cut layers. And the other received a skillful cut from Sabrina, but not in the style he was looking for. The amazing part of this experience was how the salon handled his disappointment. Jessica offered to adust the cut but encouraged him to give it a wash and a few days. When he couldn't wait more than a day (he really didn't want to return to school with what he saw as a bob), I called to see if Jessica could get him in. She was out for the day, but Kimmi saw him that day. She was WONDERFUL with him. He felt like she really listened and did everything she could to match his cut not only to the vision in his head, but also to his hair type and facial structure. He went from really not happy with the style to super happy. To top it off, she wouldn't take payment!!! So far, in all of my experiences with staff at AOC, everyone has been pleasant and completely "can-do" in their attitudes. It's almost shocking how little ego I've witnessed or sensed there. The entire team seems to genuinely be all about making clients happy. And for us, it's working! read more

Thanks to Emma for the great job she did on my hair color. I had an idea of what I wanted but wasn't sure it was possible for me to go as light as I wanted, but she understood what I wanted and talked it through with me and I am so pleased with the outcome. Really professional and outstanding job. I never want to go back to my old hair color now! read more

I rarely give one star- but any mommy with a baby should stay far away from this place. I breastfed my infant while getting a service. I received disapproval looks for doing so. The salon owner actually called the following day to say we were not welcomed back for acting inappropriate. No love lost, but mom's beware. I'd hate for anyone else to be bullied here. read more

Krystal is absolutely amazing!! You will not be disappointed! I love putting color in my hair. She is like a artist with her talent!!

My mom & I hair stylist was Andrea, she was AMAZING! Very courteous, always made sure we were comfortable. Greeted us with a beverage, she knows her stuff. Thanks to the owner, she guided us to the perfect hair stylist on her team. Well certainly come back for Andrea. Thank you so much for our amazing hair results. We both love our hair! read more

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If you are looking for someone who does MAGIC with hair, book an appointment with Dervelle ASAP. I shaved my head a year and a half ago and came in to see if someone could help me grow it out gracefully. Dervelle has made it look amazing each step of the way. He is a hair MASTER and is super professional and always punctual. Thank you Dervelle read more

I've been going to AOC for a few years now and I'm never disappointed. At first, it was haircuts with Dervelle. This may sound like a no brainer, but my textured hair is a challenge to any stylist, but never to him. I've always been afraid to get hair cuts because it turns into a disaster and I avoid salons for a long time. When Dervelle was recommended to me, I tried him and I'm there to stay. Recently, I decided that I'm tired of coloring my hair and wanted my natural grey to show. But I didn't want to let the roots just grow out, so Dervelle highlighted and toned my hair in such a beautiful way that it looks like I've never colored my hair before. I'm so happy with my new look. When my son saw me for the first time being grey, he just beamed and said I should have done this a long time ago. The whole AOC team is friendly, cheerful, helpful and hard working. They are the best!! read more

I love the relaxing atmosphere and Emma is amazing ! I have naturally dark brown hair and she is always able to bring my color up to a light blonde without getting the yellow brassy color. If you're looking for someone to get you blonde, Emma is wonderful ! read more

Got a cut from Ashley yesterday, my first time there. Love my hair! I have gotten SO many compliments! I thought it would look same as always, but she did something a little different and it falls so much nicer. I love it! Thanks Ashley. read more

This is my second time there. My stylist was Dervelle, who I requested due to positive reviews on yelp. The color has been fine. It's the cut I have been less than happy with both times. I was willing to chalk up the first time to not having a photo. However, my stylist in Seattle was always able to follow how it was cut previously. The second time I come in with some pictures & what I received was so far from the pic. I ended up with the back of my head shaved, stacked & in a horrible short bob. The one that looks like you have dog ears, because it's the only thing of any length left on your head. Then to add insult, he blew it out straight. I never wear my hair straight, I have natural curl. There is no question that this last time I was clear, and showed pictures. At $65 a pop & I went home wanting to cry. I will not be back. read more

Hello I was thinking of getting my hair done a blonde ombré and I was wondering how the prices were

I was so pleased with my haircut with Andrea at AOC! She listened to my wants and gave me more than I hoped for. In addition, the salon is very warm and welcoming. I so enjoyed my visit. Thank you AOC & Andrea! read more

The people working at AOC are extremely friendly and welcoming. I had a great first haircut with Sabrina. She took the time to fund out what I was looking to get done and offer suggestions. Already scheduled my next appointment! read more

I am really impressed with this salon. Everyone is so friendly, and the vibe is awesome. I had gotten my hair done and it wasn't quite right- the very next day they fit me in to get it tweaked. Sara made my hair look beautiful and exactly what I wanted. I even got a call a few days later checking in to see if I was happy with my hair- great customer service. I would definitely recommend this salon to anyone! read more

Really enjoyed the vibe of the salon, the high quality products and the attention to detail. I just moved here from California and am very particular about my hair. Tatyana was great at listening to what I wanted. I've had the same girl in SD for a while and Tatyana *got* me and my wants for my hair. I was pleasantly surprised at what she did with my color and cut. I look forward to a long term relationship with AOC. read more

It's rare that I leave a review, but I have to for Dervelle!! He did such an amazing job with my color and cut! It is so perfect and stylish! I LOVE THIS PLACE! Thanks Dervelle! read more

I happened upon this salon in Hilltop quite by accident. What a pleasant surprise! The decor is unique and makes me want to just roam and examine each treasure, from repurposed doors to mantles to the exposed venting and lights and blow dryers suspended from the rafters. However that is not the best part ~ it's the beauticians who can take a canvas in need of a makeover and create beauty! Jaime has presented me with ideas while listening to my desires, and blended both so that I leave feeling like I've been transformed. And the best part? It's a style I can maintain without wishing my hairdresser were in the bathroom with me each morning as I try to style my hair! So, I definitely recommend this salon.....but mainly, I highly recommend Jaime!!! read more

I called and made an appointment with absolute ease, and while out to sea (active duty Navy) I had a change in my schedule and was unsure if I could make my appointment. I sent an e-mail to the salon and Brian (whom I believe is the owner?) worked with me and set almost 3 different appointments until I was sure of my availability, and he was so patient with me! About an hour or two before my appointment I received a call from the salon asking if I could come in about a half hour later because my stylist was a little behind. I truly appreciated this, they could have left me sitting and waiting when I arrived- actually which may not have been that bad because when I got there they offered me something to drink and next thing I know I was relaxing in the chair with a glass of Chardonnay! What a spa day! My stylist, Dervelle, was very knowledgeable, did an absolute flawless job on my hair and did not stop until every strand was perfectly in place. This is my third visit to this salon. I have been pleased every visit and think I may have found a stylist to request by name! read more

I LOVE THIS SALON.This salon is so welcoming, relaxing, and accomadating. I was offered tea, water, and coffee the second upon checking in for my appointment and when I asked for coffee the girl asked many questions on HOW I liked my coffee. No matter your hair type or conditon, I HIGHLY recommend Dervelle here. He has done my friends hair for years who has a completely different hair type than mine and was still able to completely change the dynamic of my hair in one visit. Since my visit with him MONTHS ago, my hair has continued to glow and grow despite the awful state it was in betore. I even made a follow up appointment(which I never do) but had to cancel due to unforseen circumstances. Dervelle is one of the most personable people I have met, and does not show any sort of annoyance, rather joy at the questions you ask during the appointment. If he gathers that you would like to know exactly what he is doing, you dont have to push. He explains every step and WHY it matters. When I expressed to him I was hesitant at every dying my hair again, he explained to me he could not let me change the base color of my hair and why and that he would only ever work to enhance it. To this day, the confidence I have in myself has tremendously grown just because of what he has helped me with because of my hair. GO SEE DERVELLE! read more