Carbon Salon had a wonderful vibe all around. I have seen Christina a few times and every time I feel like a rock star when I'm done. Like I am IN LOVE with my hair. She is a curly haired genius sculptor and I can't recommend her enough. This last time I drove an hour just to see her, I moved down south and tried a couple different stylists and never felt as happy as I did with Christina's cuts. See her and you won't be disappointed! read more

Got in for a last minute wash and style for a wedding Seneca was amazing and so fun to talk to. Highly recommend going in for a blow out and style to treat yourself. Will be back. read more

I had a great first appointment today with May Tran. I got my color touched up and tried something new with some curtain bangs. My hair turned out so cute! Thanks! read more

Thank you Sydda for giving me my dream hair!!! Sydda listened to what I was looking for and in our first session she gave me the perfect color! I have wanted extensions for so long to give my hair a more fuller look and with her knowledge and expertise, she created just that! Every session is a joy to talk with her and discuss hair health care and I can't imagine going to anyone else! Thank you Sydda and Carbon Salon! read more

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I went in a while ago but honestly had a really terrible experience and I feel I need to warn others about this place. It was my first time in and I haven't had a haircut in a while because of a previous experience at a different salon that left my hair in not the best condition. I went in hoping to get some help and advice about what I could do better. I was uncomfortable the entire time I was in the chair. First my hairdresser came over and introduces herself briefly, she then comes back over with an intern. Never asked me if the intern could be apart of my appointment and barely talks to me during the duration of my appointment. She then said I had some discoloring and should think about doing some color, and at the beginning I mentioned to her about my previous bad experience with color and that I was not at all interested in doing color but made that comment anyway. Her and the intern exchanged looks and then went back to talking about my hair as tho I wasn't there. I also specifically told her I could not have my hair too short in the front because I have a kitchen job and need to be able to pull all my hair back, did that happen? No, I left feeling dismissed, unhappy with my hair and out $75 bucks. Overall I DO NOT RECOMMEND!! read more

I was looking for a change (post breakup of course hehe) I wanted a wolf cut! After looking around on Yelp & Instagram I found Carbon Salon. It is such a cute place!! Very modern, pretty & clean. I went to Mel and she was so friendly and very obviously knew what she was doing!! Will certainly be back! read more

I've been seeing Christina for a few years now for cuts and balayage. She understands my love of my long hair. That is SO hard to find! She takes such good care of me (even when I'm getting antsy in the chair haha) and is the ultimate hype woman. She's amazing. It would be dumb to not book your next appointment with her. read more

I saw Heather for the first time today and she was amazing!! She is so talented with blonde hair!! I will definitely be back!!! I can't say enough about how amazing she is! My hair looks amazing. read more

I've been here twice, and I'm usually left feeling like they don't really understand how to do men's haircuts. Probably my mistake for going to a place that seems mostly oriented toward women's cuts and coloring, but this has been the only place I could go last minute that wasn't a Supercuts. Asked for no length to be removed but for some texture and layering to be added and for some weight to be removed. The stylist I was working with didn't even want to touch the sides and was mostly focused on the top and back. She did remove a good amount of weight, but something about the cut seems unbalanced and a little shorter than I had it before. I can't put my finger on what's wrong with the cut, and unfortunately neither could they. I'm left with a cut that I'll let grow out for a few weeks before I return to a different stylist, because something is off about this one. read more

Not only am I VERY pleased with my hair color and health, but I am also very impressed with the extra cleanliness measures being taken at Carbon Salon! I felt 100% safe during my appointment. This beautiful balayage is by Sam Larson -- who is a true master of her craft! If you're looking for a stylist who is not only highly skilled, but easy to talk to, down to earth, truly listens, and is passionate about her work, you should definitely check her out! read more

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The salon itself is just what you'd expect in this price range. Lots of young stylists, trendy atmosphere, etc. However, I can't recommend this business based on my experience. My wedding hair was unapologeticly ruined and it cost me over $700. Then I had to pay someone else to fix it. Now my formerly unbleached, 20" long hair has the texture of hay. I found a picture with the color and style I like and wanted it duplicated as closely as possible. At this point, Whitley never gave me any indication she was uncomfortable with bleaching hair. She informed me the style I wanted would need to be bleached over two sessions. I said no problem. I was satisfied with my first result and Whitley seemed friendly. She even took pictures. The second time I came in she didn't have any notes on what we did to my hair, which was worrying. I showed her the picture again and she got to work. I like to let stylists do their thing so I never questioned her. During this session she complained about blonde hair being difficult, not being a blonde specialist, and how she was a wild color specialist. While she was bleaching my hair, she told me she doesn't know the secrets to making blonde look perfect the way blonding experts do. I'm not sure why she didn't refer me to someone else to start with. I didn't receive any redirection or guidance when I scheduled the appointments either. When we were done it still didn't look like the picture I brought in so I was confused. I thought maybe it's my straight hair or the lighting. So when she asked if I wanted my hair curled (rather than just doing it as part of the service like the first visit) I said yes. She didn't bother taking pictures this time because my hair looked awful and nothing like the picture. But even still, I went home thinking maybe I'm wrong, maybe it will grow on me. After having several blondes friends compare the picture with my hair, I reached out to Whitley. I don't like telling people I don't appreciate their work. I have never asked a stylist to fix their in my life before. On the phone it seemed like she understood and everything was cool. When I arrived for the final time, I had the worst salon experience I've had in 20 years. I referenced the picture again. She told me I was wrong, that my hair looked like the picture and she stood by her work. She didn't apologize or even try to break the tension with chat. Why not just give me the hair I'm describing rather than debate me about the picture? At one point I thought she was talking to me and I answered her. She snapped "I wasn't talking to you." What is this, middle school? When she was finished she didn't say anything but "ok, you're done" as she walked away. Other than that, she didn't say anything to me. She didn't offer to style my hair. She didn't ask me what I thought. In addition to how rudely I was treated, my hair never ended up even close to the picture. I should also mention she had a trainee following her around the whole time who also never acknowledged me. At no point in any of these sessions was I anything but kind. I even bought all the products she recommended and gave her a generous tip each time. I have serious doubts about a salon that supports this sort of behavior enough to have a person this condescending training others. read more

Fantastic!!! In the last two years, I had covid twice (on oxygen for a month), broken leg, broken ankle, cancer) No hair cut for 2 years. Horrbly odd chemo hair (super frizzy on top, straight on the sides). Laura Pudil did my hair and it's so great. smooth, no frizz, great cut for me. I'm 70 but feel 40!!! More pricey than those quick cut places but so worth it read more

Carbon Salon - Great hair at last - Hair Salons Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

When my normal colorist moved out of state a friend recommended Carbon. I typically touch up my roots at home between highlight appointments and it's never been an issue but my stylist and her coworker kept telling me or talking to each other about how they didn't know how my hair would come out because of the box color. I had to sign something as well. I've been highlighting and doing root touch ups for 20+ years and I've never had an experience where I felt so weird and embarrassed about it. I've also never had to sign anything or had multiple discussions about how there would be no way to predict the result. Respectfully, that's a discussion to have once with the client and then only again if you need to with a colleague privately. It felt so strange and embarrassing and I won't be going back. read more

My daughter and I have been several times, but will not be going back. Their cancelation policy is beyond unflexable. I understand the need for a policy to ensure that appointments do not go unfilled, but the curtness and unwillingness to consider even listening to the circumstances is very off-putting. I would prefer to give my money to a more customer service-oriented establishment. read more

The first time I met my stylist she did a ok job, I did ask her to make sure she covered all the gray grow out, I was assured she got it all. I got home and noticed she missed all the grow out on the sides and under my color! So when I went back on Jan 6th I once again stated please make sure you you cover all the gray grow out underneath and pulled my hair up to show her and the sides. The salon is very dark on the inside and it is very hard to see what your hair actually looks like! The owner should address this!! When I got home, once again I checked my hair, all the areas I told her about were once again missed. The toner that was used turned my blonde, made my hair purple for 2 weeks and my hair cut was horrible! I'm not going back ever again! Not paying someone over $200.00 to mess my hair up!! read more

UPDATE: About a week ago, I left a review for Carbon Salon; you can read the original below. I am now changing my rating to 5 stars. This is based not only on the positive experience of going to the salon and getting a great cut from Amanda, but also from the responsiveness and follow through I got from the business owner. Within about an hour of leaving the original review, I received a call from the business owner Richard. He was in the middle of a crazy day personally (they had a pet emergency), and yet he made the time to follow up with me, hear me out, and take some steps to improve both my experience and the business itself. He made steps to change: --The wording of how they tell customers that they need to put a card on file to reserve their appointment. Apparently there was a misunderstanding; the receptionist had intended to tell me that I needed to put a card on file 24 hours within *making* the appointment, not 24 hours prior to the appointment itself. Now it makes sense why I showed up on Monday when they were closed! --Their email signature to include their hours anytime an email is sent out by their staff. If I had seen that, I probably would have known to not come in on Monday! I noticed that their website is still a bit outdated, but overall they were extremely receptive to feedback. This was especially encouraging to see since they are a privately owned local Longmont salon, and they are doing amazing work here. Thanks again to Carbon Salon for taking the customer experience seriously and providing great service to our community. read more

I was pleasantly surprised when I called and was able to get an appointment for a cut & color within a few days! Upon my arrival, I realized why Christine had availability. She ran 30 minutes late and was unapologetic until prompted and never bothered to introduce herself either. I let her know what I wanted and she began to work. She took this opportunity to continue to verbally assault me. "Have you ever had your hair done professionally"? "Have you ever thought about extensions"? "Have you ever had a glaze"? I answered "yes" to all of the above, wishing that I was back at Ulta with the sweet girl who had been doing my hair the last year. If your blond and get your hair done every 6-8 weeks or have ever worked in the industry, you know these were incredibly rude questions, asked in a very rude and exasperated tone. They were in no way communicated in an educational or helpful way. At checkout she thrust a little gift bag at me and finally apologized for running late. The bag contained a travel size shampoo and conditioner. Ummm...what about the indignant behavior? Or when she literally and very aggressively snatched a hair brush out of my hand a flung it into her caddy? Bottom line if you go to Carbon, I would not recommend CHRISTINE. She runs late, is rude, incredibly poor at communicating, aggressive and not someone you will enjoy spending time with. read more

When I booked my appointment I was told that I would be seeing an apprentice who might need some help from a master hair stylist, but they were WRONG! Sierra was an amazing stylist! She understood exactly what I wanted and explained the different styles and techniques so well. I have a condition that makes me almost faint, and although it is rare, it acted up while at the salon. They were very responsive and let me lay down on one of the beds in another room. Sierra offered to finish my hair another day, but the next day she was working I was busy so she came in on her day off just to make sure my hair looked good. She complimented me many times on my hair color, and asked if she could curl it. She thought it would look great curled and she was right! This salon not only has good hair stylists, but hairs stylists that actually love what they do. For me, that makes all the difference. In review, I got my hair washed, blow dried, straightened, cut and curled for $50! read more

Carbon Salon - Hair cut - Hair Salons Near Me - Longmont, Colorado

I had the pleasure of having Brooke cut my hair. She greeted me warmly, asked great questions about what unwanted to achieve with my cut, patiently looked at pictures I had saved, and talked me through each step she would be taking. I felt heard and understood. She cuts beautiful, blended layers. I am so thankful to have found Brooke. I highly recommend her! read more

I went Carbon Salon to have a base color put all over and then highlighted. I also wanted the back and sides trimmed. I questioned the order in which Elle was coloring my hair and she told me that was the way she had always done it. It did not turn out highlighted, but looks all one color. I also questioned the base color she recommended because it had a gold undertone which I new would turn out brassy. I only wanted the sides and back of my hair trimmed, but she said she would just shape up the top a little. The whole haircut turned out a lot shorter than I wanted. This is a very expensive salon and I expected to get what I asked for. I would not return. read more

Wow! Where to begin? My experience at Carbon Salon was above and beyond all of my expectations! First off I can't believe how extremely organized this whole business runs. In fact I thought they had been open for a few years because they were so well organized. But the owner told me it's only been about a year since they opened, they are just that good! First I began by emailing back and forth and the replys were always super fast and concise. Once I knew what kind of cut I wanted the booking process was soooo streamlined and effecient. The salon itself was beautifully designed with a sincere "hello" and smile from every team member. Lol in fact I lost count of how many times I was offered water or soda or wine during my visit, because the staff wanted me to "make yourself at home" ! And then after all that my stylest Christina was a dream. Beyond having exceptional technical skills Christina seemed to fully understand the DevaCut and the day-to-day maintenance of curly hair. Incredibly she knew how to draw out the full potential of my curls in a way I haven't seen in years; so impressed! Now after my cut my curls have been revitalized with returned shape and softness. If you are nervous about getting your curls cut, please do yourself a favor and book an appointment with Christina asap. You will love meeting her and the rest of the Carbon Salon team, and you will be blown away by the results of her work! read more

When I decide to pay a professional to do a job, I try to stay out of the way to let them do what they do best. And I'm SO happy I did that with Kira Mahan at Carbon! I came in with long, dark hair that hadn't been cut in over a year with a way-too-blonde, messy bleach job on the ends. Oh, and chunky DIY bangs. I just wanted it to look better and I knew I wanted a balayage, so that's all the direction I gave Kira. She nailed it! Kira did some color correction to get the over-bleached parts to match my natural color, added a balayage, and gave me a cut and style. I was in the salon for nearly 5 hours. We also took before and after photos which the stylist shared with me. Kira is easy to talk to but not chatty or catty. In fact, I didn't hear a gossipy word from a single stylist in the salon. That might not seem important but it really makes the atmosphere feel more friendly when you're there for half your day. Speaking of atmosphere, the salon is bright, not overly roomy but not overly crowded, and they don't blast the mix of modern and older music they play. Pricing is probably on the high end for the Longmont area, but it's on par with a salon of similar caliber in Denver and actually probably a little cheaper than Boulder. They do sell a smallish selection of higher-end hair products you can purchase. This is *the* salon to go to in Longmont if you want an on-trend look, especially balayage. Thank you, Kira and crew! read more

I was in Carbon approximately one month ago with a picture in hand as to how I wanted my hair to look. I also wanted about 3-4 inches taken off and a wash and style. I won't mention names but I got none of that no wash, no 3-4 inches off and in spite of the picture she asked if I wanted it layered to which I said "I am not a stylist but I want it to look like the picture". They are not the cheapest salon in town and you have mandatory tipping starting at 20%. so I paid almost $100.00 for nothing. I was so angry I was afraid to talk about it at the time in fear I would be too emotional and say something unkind. i Am still upset! read more

I had an appt with Christina for a cut. I brought a pictograph of what I wanted (and have had my hair cut in this style before, so I know what I expected). First off, she was 20 minutes late, just talking at reception. I showed her the picture and she didn't seem to have any concerns. I'm attaching a picture of the cut I wanted and how she butchered my cut. I will not be back...ever. read more

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Absolutely do not waste your time or money. Stephanie canceled my consultation to get my extensions moved up 20 minutes before my appointment. I let it slide because I have my Dads wedding in a week and already had a different salon mess up my appointment. Didn't have time to go elsewhere. They just called me again saying that she had a headache and they wouldn't fit me into her schedule for two weeks. I broke two bones in my wrist last night and was still sticking to my c commitment. I also work my job through migraines. This salon seems great with lower prices than other salon. But, there is an absolute reason for it. No on would pay normal prices for this kind of service. read more

I was so excited to try this place. The reviews were so good. I had issues from the get go with how I preferred my hair cut. I don't understand cutting hair dry, especially my hair. I wish people would listen. Badly butchered bangs. The stylist tried but it had already gone really bad. Can't give a good revies and probably won't ever return. read more

I was at the Salon on 3/23 for the 1st time after reading the reviews here for a single process color. I arrived at 1:10pm for a 2 hour appointment start was at 1:00pm. The few mins delay was because I was on the other side of the apartment bldg. However, Christina the stylist I was booked with hurried me to her chair. Here are the few details of the interaction that came from a place of complete lack of understanding my needs: (1) Christina rushed me and without even taking time to assess my hair just jumped on to creating a color called "Express". She told me that this color line colors in 15 mins vs 50 mins. I asked whether I should have had a choice in picking express vs 50 min color. She quickly got to coloring and putting the color. (2) The color had exceptionally high ammonia smell and she was quick to talk vs listen on how the smell was impacting me. Her version was that all colors have ammonia and I do not know if any color does not have ammonia and we are not an organic salon. (3) Once the color was applied, my scalp was burning so it was washed out quickly thanx. She offered to add another chemical solution to remove the color, the color is on my skin and side locks now. She over-all had a negative energy with a bad attitude rushing without any care for me as a client. Manager came-in but was quick to listen but I do not know if she really understood with what happened here. Overall, this is my first time writing a bad review and very disappointed with the salon. I wonder if this is a case of micro aggression and whether she would do the same to a white woman. I leave the salon to reflect on this together and see how this interaction could have been made different and whether this micro-agression could be a discrimination that needs further deep reflection. read more

I absolutely love Whitley!!! She is so amazing with color! She is so kind and accommodating! 2 years of beautiful hair from my most favorite hairstylist ever!!! read more

Honestly, you're doing yourself a disservice by not going to this salon. Christina cut and colored my hair (balayage and pink tint) and did an AMAZING job. It looked so cute that I didn't know if I could pull it off but I'm obsessed!! She was so thoughtful and kind, really listened to my concerns and also gave me lots of good advice on how to save my poor damaged hair. Everyone there is so friendly and knowledgeable & it's a super relaxing and fun atmosphere. You won't regret going! I've had my hair done by Liz too and she's also incredible! Never going anywhere else. read more

I love this place, has been my spot for four years throughout college. Great stylist and vibe and good prices. However, I'm disappointed with their costumer service. My appointment was scheduled weeks in advanced for a wedding and I got a call two days before my appointment telling me the stylist is unavailable and no one else was either. I understand emergency's happen, but to leave a client high and dry a week before a wedding I have to be in is ridiculous. No other salons have availability's this short notice and now I'm left frantically trying to find anyone to do my hair. If they had called and offered a discount on my next color even if they couldn't get me in I would be less inclined to leave a negative review, but there was no offer to try and find a way to fit me in even though I have had this appointment booked for weeks and have been a loyal customer for years. Dissatisfied and disappointed. Bottom line, be careful because you might get left with no appointment days before an event. read more

Carbon Salon has a welcoming vibe to it and the staff is friendly. Lauren has done a great job with my hair.

I worked with Heather and I can confidently say that she nailed it. Not only is Heather extremely personable and easy to spend a 4 hour hair appointment with, she was incredibly accommodating and I trusted being in her hands. After returning from out of state, finding a great stylist who can do a great blonde balayage is tough enough, and I'm so grateful to have ended in Heather's chair! She is truly the chemist when it comes to blondes and needless to say I found my new hair girl and will be back! read more

After following a few of the stylists on Instagram I made the trip from Denver for a haircut. Everything about this salon is awesome! It seems like all the stylists are talented, professional, and friendly. I'll definitely be back! read more

So many nice people and my haircut was amazing! I'll continue to come back to Christina, for sure!

Did not get even close to what I asked for. I left crying I asked for golden and she gave me ash. People kept saying my hair looked grey. Very bad experience and very expensive considering I didn't like it and t wasn't what I asked for. I even waited to write a review to see if I would grow to like it because she said to wash it a few times and it would wash out some but it's still not what I asked for. I did like the way she cut it but I would never go back to get t dyed from her. read more

This is a modern salon with great talent. Christine gave me a consultation and went to work on my hair. She is beyond knowledgeable and a master at her skill. I am happy I found my hair home. It's a asset to Longmont and if you're not going here to get your hair done then you should check them out! read more

This salon ROCKS! Super friendly, great cuts and color! The best in Longmont ! Also their hair products are top notch ! The owners are always onsite and they are also fantastic! Love this place! read more

Great haircut from Laura and felt safe the whole time. Thanks guys! I'm finally cute again!

Liz is amazing! Not only is she an incredibly kind and warm spirit but she kills it with the color. She did my balayage exactly how I'd wanted it and got my tips the blondest they've ever been. I'm based in NYC but will be coming to see her whenever I'm visiting family in CO for my color. She rocks!! read more

I bleached my hair at home a few weeks back and absolutely failed, I went in and saw heather and she saved my hair! It looks so beautiful now, a neutral platinum blonde and im so happy with the results. She did so amazing I highly recommend her. read more