Brenda does blondes like NO ONE ELSE. You need it corrected, highlighted, low lighted, aren't sure…read morewhat you need. Go see Brenda. She literally works freaking hair magic. At my first appointment, she looks over my hair - and says "It's not that bad" (so kind) - then 2.5 (maybe 3) hours later, I walked out of her salon feeling confident, sexy, pretty, BOOM - I felt amazing. And we all know - when you feel amazing, you look amazing. Last night Brenda did my hair for a second time. HOLY SHIT. How does she do it. She took my summer tanned face and created this blond that, as my best buddy wrote, "that color is perfect" - this is high praise from a woman with beautiful hair. End story: You need blond highlights, low lights, a hair cut, style, or blow out. Brenda is your woman. *Disclaimer - I am only talking about Blondes - because myself, and two other girls at work (all of us very different blondes) go see Brenda. Let me set the back story as to how I found Brenda: It's my first week at a new job. I'm supposed to be looking my best, I needed that "new job swagger." To get there; I had highlights done - instead of a beautiful blond hue; I end up looking like alley cat orange. HORRIFIC. Literally; one of the first people to introduce themselves to me was a beautiful blond named Carli. I didn't hesitate, "Where do you get your hair done?" And that's how I found Brenda!

Brenda fixed my friends ombré hair (which looked like a disaster) so this review is based on my…read moreexperience as a spectator. She was super accommodating and was able to see my friend at a last minute walk-in on a Saturday kind of schedule.. Anyway, the appointment went very well! Brenda is super kind, personable and down-to-earth! Go to Brenda's and you'll be making heads turn on newbury! Tip: I find that walk-ins are rare, at least on weekends. So call Brenda to make an appointment because she's a busy woman and does it all!

Crystal, Angeline and Becky came and did the hair and makeup for my bridal party and I and they…read morewere on time, ready to go even though it was early and everyone loved their hair and makeup! I would recommend them to anyone!

Don't judge a salon by its location. Just because a place has a Newbury street address does not…read moremean that it will be Newbury street quality. I have had eye lash extensions done at 4 places now so I can make a good assessment on what should and should not happen during your experience. The eyelash place is located within a hair salon. You check in at the hair salon then are taken upstairs to their lash "lair". I waited 20 minutes to get a lavilash refill even though I made an appointment one week in advance. The salon owner had locked the lash "lair" door and no one at the salon had a key. Kind of sounds unprofessional and weird considering the fact that I made an appointment. You know, when you make an appointment that gives you advance notice to prepare for said appointment? Back to the experience... when I finally make it into the "lair" its nothing more than a walk in closet with a massage table and a big mirror on the wall. The place didn't feel warm or inviting or much of anything. It didn't look dirty, but it also didn't look clean either. My lash specialist applied my refills and we made small talk. She was nice I guess.I thought it was strange that she carried all of her lashes in her tote bag and didn't have any standard salon supplies with her like, the paper to set your lash tools on. (I think I saw her put it on the radiator) Also, I did not find it very professional to use my forehead as a table to put the eyelashes she was going to use. I kid you not, I don't make these things up! The lashes looked nice initially, but one week after application I developed dry flaking skin above my eyelids. I have never had this problem before let alone at any other lash place. I went to the eye doc and they said it could be from unsanitary practice to bad glue. Who knows. The only thing that I do know is that I will never judge a salon by its location again! This is the second time I thought a Newbury street establishment was going to be a lot more than it was.

This past summer (July 2011) I decided I wanted to try eyelash extensions. After reading some of…read morethe great reviews about Darla (brow and lash boutique owner) I made an appointment with Darla for a full set of synthetic lashes ($150). When I arrived for my appointment I was surprised to find that it was not Darla who was going to do my lashes but a young lady named Rachel. I went ahead with the service and was super happy with the results. The lashes lasted about 3 weeks. I then went in for a fill and noticed that after a week or so my lashes were in need of another refill! After 3 fills I decided to let them all come out and go in again for a full set which seemed to last a lot longer. I went online to book my appointment and noticed that the price for a synthetic full set had increased by $100 (now $250)!! I called the salon to inquire about it and was not given a good reason as to the increase. I explained that I had been a steady customer for 3 months and could not justify paying $250 for a service that I had paid $150 for 3 months prior. The receptionist did not seem to care about customer loyalty and informed me there was nothing she could do. For THAT PRICE and the hassle of Newbury street parking this place is not worth my time and $. The same day I made an appointment with Lash L'Amour in Newton. I must say that I couldn't be happier with my decision!! After going in for a fill this past weekend I realized why my lashes came off so quickly at Salon Monet. At Lash L'Amour they ACTUALLY REMOVE the loose lashes before they start to fill them. This WAS NEVER DONE with my 3 fills at Salon Monet! It totally makes sense why after a week or so of getting a fill it looked like I needed another fill. Obviously if the loose lashes are not removed you are not getting your moneys worth for a fill. This is why they get a 2 star instead of 3. Not to mention that every time I go to Lash L'Amour I find parking right in front of the salon. Please read my review about Lash L'Amour.

Hadja was excellent! I'm a flight attendant from NY and it's usually pretty tough bouncing from…read morecity to city to find the right person to do your hair. Especially braids but Hadja didn't let me down. She scheduled me to come in the day after I spoke to her. All I had to do was send her a pic and she gave me an estimated quote. I wanted really small micro braids. My hair is extremely short (growing out a fairly fresh pixie cut) but she was able to catch my hair while keeping the braids neat. It's been a week and though the braids have loosened to where I don't have anymore pain my braids are all still in tact and none have slipped out. She is also a very sweet woman. She kept her portable heater on me while the shop warmed up and even gave me a scarf to cover up with. I will definitely make the trip back to Boston to get my hair braided by her and would absolutely recommend her to you as well. Thank you Hadja!

She pulled my edges while braiding my hair. She kept talking trash about me in French to the other…read morewomen that was assisting with the braidings. She is not friendly and she gets irritated easily when I try to tell her how I want my braids to be done. She was taking lot of breaks and talking on the phone. I will never go back to her, and I do not recommend going to her either.

I went here for the first time last week. The salon is adorable and kept impeccably clean. Ana did…read morean amazing job with my cut and color. I had about 5 inches cut off and asked her to pick a dark brown color that would suit me. Her color selection was excellent. I have been getting multiple compliments each day. Thank you Ana for the excellent service!!!

My hairdresser is Deb. I found her randomly upon looking for someone in the area to tame my…read moretresses. I couldn't be happier with personal and professional service. The cleanliness is unbeatable. And all the hairdressers, mostly my own are sweet considerate and attentive. I assure you will be walking out of here with a 'doo' that people will ask you where you got it and how they can get theirs. I can't tout the awesomeness of this place enough.

Best salon! Everyone here is great. Been going here for several years. Highly recommendread more

Everyone is so friendly and inviting. It's a beautiful salon with amazing skilled staff! McKenzie…read moreis a doll and an absolute artist when it comes to color!

This salon is hidden between a row of other businesses. It appears small from From the outside…read morebut it's pretty spaces from inside. It's beautifully decorated with modern decor. There are 4 Salon chairs and plenty dryers. Which is a big deal cause in a busy salon waiting to be put under a dryer can be timely. The owner is super sweet and nice. It's my first time here and that is always a concern cause not every Licensed stylist is a good one. But her personal styling choices (hair, makeup, outfit) is comforting, it makes a statement. She obviously makes great styling choices for herself which makes me trust her suggestions. My daughter had a huge tangle in her hair. To the point it was matted. A huge chunk too. The hair dresser took her time to deknot it. She did everything she can to avoid cutting my daughters hair. She suggested after washing it cutting the length of her hair cause her ends were dry and split. Now my daughter has the cutest bob. Best part the prices are great

The owner is really sweet her house was clean (due to covid-19 its at her house) the women who did…read moremy hair was nice as well. She also does sew-ins ,Brazilian wax, massages,and more. I got cornrows ( cost $65)

Nikki of Niknikstyles never disappoints! I've consistently booked appointments with Nikki and she…read morealways blesses my locs. Always pure vibes soon as you enter her shop, highly recommended.

Nikki is the absolute BEST braider in Boston! She's talented, she listens to what her clients ask…read morefor, and she strives to give them the look they want. Her freestyles are on point, and she's super neat and a perfectionist when braiding. I highly recommend Nikki as your braider and hairstylist. You won't regret it!