Just went for the first time. The shop is super clean and modern. Cool staff. My stylist for the day was Kayla. She did an awesome job working with a guy who never knows what it is exactly that he wants (from a haircut, lol). While having my hair done, another employee popped-up out of the woodwork and offered coffee. "Yes please!" It was quite delicious :) Awesome experience all around. Love my new haircut!!! read more

Will never be returning here. Today I went just to get a basic haircut and I walked out with these crazy layers that look super choppy. I'm so embarrassed and will be wearing my hair in a bun for weeks until they grow out. My stylist, Kara, was super rude. She just kept insulting how damaged she thought my hair was. She must've said it 10 times and I kept thinking to myself "I get it, that's why I'm here getting it cut!" She also was super pushy with my friend who came with me. Before I even got my hair washed she put her business card in my purse and handed one to my friend who already has beautiful hair and said "come see me to do your hair." She was super aggressive when she was blow drying my hair and pulling really hard. After what felt like forever, she was finally done and asked if I "loved it" and I said "I don't know yet" because I am 20 years old and I thought the style she gave me was very old womanish. After I said that she said "well it looks way better than when you walked in so you'll get used to it." I am so mad at myself self for even tipping her. Such a disappointment. read more

I was a guest at the Ritz Carlton, and the salon in that building cancelled my appointment on the morning of the appointment. The concierge recommended Carbon Salon and made an appointment for me with Shimon for a shampoo, blow dry, and style. My hair, truly, has never looked better! He did a fantastic job with my curly/frizzy hair and made it look smooth and full and -perfect! When I visit Boston again, I will definitely go to Shimon at Carbon Salon! read more

Shimon Sharon gave me a fabulous blow dry and the owners, Matt and Justin, were both welcoming and friendly. The ambiance is pleasant and sunny, and everyone there was professional and friendly. read more

This place is phenomenal in that Shimon will spend as much time as it takes to get your hair to be exactly how you want it to be. He spent over an hour perfecting my shoulder-length hair into a bob. When I went home and found a slight unevenness in the cut's layers, I went back to the salon and had it carefully fixed by him free of charge. Excellent customer service and a stylist who's a true professional! Unfortunately for me, this place is expensive. A cut and a single-process coloring cost about $200 after the tip. While the salon is way out of my budget for me to frequent on a regular basis (my first and last cut there was about six months ago), I would definitely recommend it to anyone with the $$$ to get absolutely perfectionist work done on their hair. read more

After three haircuts at three different salons I have finally found a salon I love in Boston! I recently walked into Shimon Salon for a haircut and was really surprised by the kindness and professionalism of the staff and Shimon himself. Shimon and the other staff gave me very good advice and a great cut, and they are obviously passionate about what they do. I highly recommend Shimon Salon! read more

Had the best experience ever getting a full foil (from brunette to blonde)...and it was clear to me that every single customer that walks in gets the star treatment here. The staff is incredible and so kind and they make sure you get exactly what you want (my before and after is on their facebook page). Shimon himself is the sweetest man I have ever met and wants nothing but the BEST results for every single one of his clients. I am a college student so I am not exactly frivolous with my money but I have to say that THIS PLACE IS WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!! I literally just made a YELP account so I could rave about this salon...it's that good. read more

I am sooo picky about my hair! I have fine shoulder length hair and needed a quick trim. Stopped by the salon on my way home just in case they had an opening. I had never been there before so I was a little nervous. Shimon did a great job so I went back in the following day since another salon screwed up my highlights a few days prior. I was nervous about that too but I was impressed! Not only did he fix my highlights, it didn't damage my hair. Usually go to someone until they mess up my hair and then find a new hair person. Oh, and I usually don't let anyone blow dry my hair but he did well with that too. Told a friend, she went and had a great experience too. Yay! read more

I just had a great cut and color from Shimon. He has made me look like a real blonde . I highly recommend this salon.

Followed Lindsey + staff over from previous salon. Over the past year and a half, she has made my hair healthier and longer than it has ever been! Incredibly friendly and welcoming staff. I have referred tons of friends here and will continue to do so, highly recommend to anyone seeking a hairstylist in Boston! read more

I was in town for a convention and was referred to Carbon by the concierge at my hotel. I wanted an up for a special event and Cara did an amazing job. She was creative and fast. I was in and out in 40 minutes and my hair looked fabulous. read more

I am very impressed by this salon. I moved to the east coast from Arizona over 10 years ago and have not found a stylist I trust, until now. I had Xiomara and she was highly skilled and professional. She gave me the exact cut I had pictured in my mind, only better. She made me feel confident to make a change with my hairstyle. I love her after only my first visit and will be coming back. Everyone is nice in the salon, and you get a deal for your first hair cut; so good you will want to tip extra! read more

I've been a client of Justin for a handful of years now and I can confidently say that each time I visit, I walk out of the salon incredibly happy. The staff is welcoming and friendly and everyone there is quite talented. read more

Justin did an amazing blowout and flat iron on my hair. He was gentle with knots, tangles and ensure minimal shedding/breakage. My hair is so thick and coarse and curly at the roots and a little thinner/straighter at the ends he was able to match the two textures and make my kinky roots super sleek. :) read more

I am giving two stars because the team around Shimon was very kind. The haircut itself is fine- but the highlights are a bit stripe-y for my taste. After 3.5 hours and $280 (before the tip), Shimon (who colored and cut my hair) asked me to leave a yelp review. I intended neither to return not to leave a review because I was dissatisfied but not upset. Later in the day, however, I discovered itchy, sore cut marks left on my neck from the haircut. For that much money, I wish he had at least acknowledged the cuts when he made them and apologized. read more

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I love Shimon! He is a great with coloring and cuts! He has done this for many years. He knows what will work best, and I was finally able to get my color and cut done perfectly! Trust him and you won't regret it! read more

I had an appointment with Shimon and was sorely disappointed when I found random hairs that he had forgotten to cut a few days later. The haircut was alright, the appointment was on time, and the atmosphere of the salon was friendly and quiet. However, I was very disappointed to find that $100 didn't cover the cost of having *all* my hairs cut. read more

KARA!!! she is literally stunning and so kind and cuts hair like a bad ass. She's the best and I recommend her to everyone!!

I am not the typical "salon" type of guy, but I got sick of the overpriced, crappy haircuts I was getting at SuperCuts meeting with Hair-Dresser's who see 50 clients a day and dont give a rat's-ass about their clients. So, I decided to try out this spot on the Boston Common, and could not have been more impressed. The owner was there and we had a nice conversation, which is rare I feel. Dave Villinsky cut my hair and I basically told him to cut it, and make it look good. This week, I have received many compliments and am very happy I decided to go see Dave. He is a nice, young guy with a friendly personality, and you can tell he takes pride n his work. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a modern, clean haircut in Boston. read more

I don't usually write reviews, but wanted to say how pleased I was with Shimon at the salon! I am visiting from out of town, read prior reviews and am pleased to add my recommendation!! I was so pleased at the way Shimon was able to match my color for a single process and an expertly done blow dry! Wish I lived closer!! read more

Kara is my stylist she has been for years she is absolutely incredible with all men's cuts and women's but she does my men's cut and when I tell you can't do any better then Kara for your cut always will do my cut she's an amazing friend and stylist really easy to speak to always knows what u want and need for your hair just all around she's a great time every time ....AMAZING read more

Shimon has done my hair for 20 years. I moved over a year ago from Boston to Kansas, and I still fly back to have him do my highlights. He is top notch. I had to go back to be sure my hair was the right blonde before my wedding! No one does highlights the same. People comment on mine all the time when I get a blow out in other parts of the country while traveling. He's simply the best! read more

got a much-needed haircut yesterday while in boston for a short vacation, and just loved it! everyone was super nice, and the location was convenient. matthew was incredibly professional and sweet, and super accommodating to me. olysa did incredible things with my crazy hair, and it was certainly true that people who saw me go into the salon probably didn't recognize me when i walked out. only wish i lived in boston full-time so i could frequent this place every month! read more

Justin--the creative director, manager, and best hair stylist in Boston--is amazing and a true artist, treating your hair as the blank canvas for his eventual masterpiece. He has recently took over the ownership of Shimon; I followed Justin to Shimon from his previous location at Jean Pierre on Newbury. I've been to several high end hair stylists, and Justin tops them all in skill and knowledge, and blows them away with his professionalism. The staff at Shimon is also wonderful too, they are very helpful and provide great service, and always make you feel comfortable. I've been seeing Justin for about 2 years now, and he manages to outdo himself each time. He will work with you and help you determine the style you're after, while his expertise helps guide you to the right style for your attributes. He also has great experience and skill in cutting thick beards, and a deep knowledge of products, procedures, and really all things hair related. What really separates Justin though is his professional and friendly attitude, always making the client feel at home and comfortable. I highly recommend him for anyone, and especially for a guy who needs some scissor skills on top, and is after a special style. He's worth every $! read more

I came in after a disaster elsewhere and they immediately made me feel better. They were able to see me right away and Shimon himself took great care of me. He is like an artist when he works and he just kept smiling I barely had to give him any direction he is a master. Mateo was also lovely and gave me a great shampoo and blowout. I would highly recommend coming here if you are looking for great service and experience. Make sure you remind them to give you the 20% off for first time customers (I forgot). read more

Have been going to Shimon for over 3 years and never receive a bad cut. He cuts men's hair very well. Excellent salon with extremely polite staff. Highly recommend and worth the money. read more

The best of the best! Color, color and color! You want impeccable, season-changing, stylish coloring, Shimon at Carbon Salon is your answer, one of the very best of Boston. It's like watching an artist at work and the results will stop people on the streets to ask who created the mural. Even for a trim and blow out, your hair will never look better. Always up to date with the latest trends and styles, his work is perfect for a society event or walking into a meeting and commanding attention. read more

For the last 8 years Justin has done a wide range of amazing styles, cuts, and colors on my hair. From edgy and bold styles to more conservative, his suggestions are always on point and his execution is flawless. He has helped me gracefully grow out a pixie cut with hair extensions that looked completely natural. He is a true artist. I'm thrilled with the results every time I leave his shop. read more

Shimon is a perfectionist. He has been highlighting and cutting my hair for 26 years (yikes!). I am devoted to him because he is meticulous in his execution (and is a sweetheart). One of his top priorities is making his clients feel and look beautiful. For years I have been getting compliments on my hair, both the color and the style. Shimon is a hard worker, he wants his clients to be happy and will even follow up with a phone call at times to ask how I like my hair. The salon is beautiful, friendly, clean, and has a great view of the Commons. I highly recommend Shimon at Shimon Salon. read more

The service is great: attentive, caring about your input, and priced accurately. I've paid more at those Newbury salons, but haven't had as great as cut and color as I've had here at Shimon's. The color has been fantastic and fades gradually, so even if you can't make it every 2 months for a touch-up (okay, maybe 4-5 months) the roots are barely noticeable, and the color doesn't go brassy. Easy to get an appointment, even at the last moment. My only complaint: the music. It's loud, eclectic, and if it's your first time you must mention it or else Shimon pouts. read more

Now, I've been feeling bad about my experience for a week, so thought I would at least do some good by warning other people. My daughter and I had our hair cut well by pleasant and experienced stylists, including Shimon. I also had mine highlighted. As I sat down I confirmed that we could qualify for the walk in / new customer offer that was clearly posted by the door. Shimon said we could. I checked the cost of my daughter's hair and he said 35 dollars. Mine should have been - according to the offer, 150 for the cut and highlights. You can therefore imagine my horror when I went to pay andI was asked to pay over three hundred. I immediately questioned it, and was told by the receptionist that the 'offer had expired' I haggled it down to 270 - still approximately twice what it should have been - and then she asked if I wanted the tip to go on my visa too.. I told her I had already paid enough and had to slink out of the shop. So, in the cold light of day, I should have refused to pay over the advertised and agreed price, and should have agreed a total price before sitting down. I would urge everyone who visits this salon to do the same. You'll get a good cut and colour and not feel ripped off or made to look cheap. read more

Already a few months ago I was at Shimon's salon and although I need a haircut my hair still has remained it's model/style. Shimon was accurate and listened to my wishes. Moreover he was very friendly and charismatic. The staff was extremely friendly. I live far from Boston otherwise I would return! read more

I came in with natural dark blond hair - significantly lighter in front than in back, with the bottom six inches still colored a lighter ash blond (I'm growing it out. It's quite long.). Add to that I have a thin edge of white next to my face. Shimon and his team accomplished two miracles - with very little color application they blended it a few hairs at a time so that it looks completely natural. And he actually cut 1" when asked to. Stylists always cut more. It was the best cut I'd had in forty years and I'm a past Secretary of Barber Examiners for North Carolina. They explained that the gloss treatment would last 6 weeks. It's past that and my hair is still glimmering. I've been to several major events and received compliments on my hair. Even better people said I was looking better than I had in years. It was the hair. GLAMOROUS. read more