Been going there for years now mostly for hair but have done lashes in the past. Tina is the best my hair always looks great and easy to take care of read more

I've been looking for a new salon and was hoping to find a keeper, unfortunately this place is definitely not that. First of all, I own that I made a mistake. This is a mistake that I have never made before; I missed my appointment. The second I realized, I called and apologized profusely and explained what happened. It was completely unintentional and I felt terribly. it was the end of an absolutely crazy week and my brain was scrambled. The woman I spoke to was nice about it and rescheduled me. What she failed to tell me is that they were going to charge my card for $165. The next week when I saw the charge on my account, I called them and left a message. Three days later, I called again and left another message. Three days later, again. I wanted to make sure that charge was for my upcoming appointment, since no one had expressed to me that I was going to be charged a cancellation fee. Mind you, I would understand 50 or even $75 but to charge the full amount of the appointment is extreme to me I felt really bad that I messed up, but it's unacceptable to just charge your card when you could easily enough notify the person that you were going to do so. They didn't get back to me for two weeks. When she did finally get back to me, she said that this was the cancellation policy and insisted that I had that information before hand. I explained that I was not going to be able to afford another appointment due to this charge. She said this was coming from the owner and that was that. Look, I know I wasted the time of the stylist, and I feel really bad for that. But this is the first time in my life this happened and it was not intentional. Their lack of communication and lack of compassion is why I won't be ever patronizing this business. They could've had long-term business from me had they done a good job, but instead, they chose to take my cancellation fee and run. Not so smart if you ask me. read more

beautiful place ! love the decoration ! Meagan was amazing ! nice head messase & great hair cut!

I just moved to the area and this place was recommended to me by a friend so I wanted to check it out. I saw Sarah and she was super friendly and professional and made sure to get a really clear sense of what I was looking for before we got started. I appreciated that she was down to earth and our conversation was light and easy. My hair turned out great and was super affordable, $33 before tip! I've definitely found my local spot! read more

Carve Beauty Bar - Layers and some curls! - Hair Salons Near Me - Holyoke, Massachusetts

Please do not go here, one of the younger staff ended up frying my hair into oblivion. They might dispute that my hair was pre-processed, but that is WHY I went to a "professional". I was given no warning or explanation of what might happen during the process (I now know after speaking with other hairstylists that every stylist should give detailed explanations of what they are doing, what might happen, and alternative color options if the goal isn't realistic) . I asked for a gentle color remover and instead they used bleach. My hair was literally falling out in my hands and the stylist was rude and defensive when I brought up my concern. It turned grey/white (not what I asked for) and 2 months later it still won't hold color well. The owner did try to fix it, but hair that far gone can't really be repaired. They also gaslit me into thinking it was my fault (no customer comes in trying to get their hair wrecked...) Some of the other stylists (during my follow up conditioning treatments to try to fix it) were clearly pissed that I had complained and got water all over my back and were digging their nails into my head. They were super sarcastic and just bullies. Details about my side of the story blew up on a blog post with hundreds responses from stylists around the world saying that what happened was NOT normal and consequentially ended up on a US SUN article. The Department of Licensure ended up investigating the salon. Just please, go to one of the senior stylists if you plan on going here for anything color related.... Or go somewhere else. read more

I also wanted to love this salon, but sadly that didn't happen. I got a balayage and cut, which per their website when I booked online, was quoted at $185 , and I thought that was high. I was surprised to hear my total was $290! I expected a little upcharge, but not $105. My hair came out super brassy blonde, not what I was looking for. Got my color corrected 2 days later at a much more reasonable price. Lesson learned. read more

I really wanted to love this place because the salon is very well appointed, love the decor, love the beverages and loved my stylist but didn't love the hair. My stylist was super nice but between being juggled with 2 other clients over 4 hours... yep 4 hours for balyage. I was not impressed I even went back two days later to get my hair fixed. I'm not sure if it's lack of training or the fact she was trying to push so many clients through but I left with more of a dramatic ombré ish effect way too blonde and now my hair is like straw. I have worn my hair up since the appt. and actually someone commented with a .. ohhh u ended doing your hair yourself?...I should have stuck with the lift... read more

Carve Beauty Bar - My 180$ balyage - Hair Salons Near Me - Holyoke, Massachusetts

Love everything about this salon! Tina and the rest of the stylists are fantastic. Decor is gorgeous and modern and the salon is always sparkling clean. The best part is hands down the scalp massage you get with glaze/conditioner complete with a warm towel over your eyes to bliss out. Check this place out!! read more

Going to carve is more than just stopping in for a haircut. It is an experience that can involve a few of the girls, that work there. They all seem genuinely interested in how ones hair is progressing during the process. They are all really qualified but you can get different stylist depending on the degree of their experience. Prices are also commensurate w/ experience, ie.; A master stylist would cost more than a stylist with a different title. So for people like me, on a budget , this works. I just got off the phone with Courtney. She is a sweetheart and will work with you in designing the perfect appointment for you financially and otherwise. I have an appointment for tomorrow and I just can't wait !!This is a great group of girls. I would go every day for one of their many, many many services if I could. read more

Carve Beauty Bar - New due complements of Tina at Carve. As expected love love love. I took it with the mirror behind me so you can see front and back - Hair Salons Near Me - Holyoke, Massachusetts

I've gone here twice and has become my new go to place for my hair care ! I have used Rachel for a cut and partial highlights. No complaints and I love the atmosphere read more

I followed my favorite hair stylist to her new workplace (as in customer... not a stalker) at Carve in Holyoke. There are a lot of parking spaces, so you don't need to furiously hunt for spaces/feed the meters like you do in Northampton. When you walk in, you are immediately welcomed and the salon space is huge! I was apparently used to stylist chairs being on top of each other, walking right next to the hair washing sinks in order to even get to the reception area... not the case here! My stylist, Ali, is awesome and she has cut my hair, my wife's hair, and my daughter's hair for years. The salon has great lighting, which should be top priority in any salon, and the decor is really trendy/fun. The flower wall is such a great idea for a photo backdrop! I will definitely be a customer at Carve for a long time! read more

Beautiful space and wonderful staff. You're greeted when you walk in with a complete coffee bar serving local Mt. Joe Coffee, and Fort Hill Brewery lagers/beers. There is also a good selection of tea, and wine. Boho posh is the decorative feel. It's easy to imagine you're hanging out in a super cool chic Brooklyn loft sipping on a choice beverage after a long day. Did I mention your coffee is served on a platter with Italian cookies? And while you wait for your hair to set at the gorgeous long farmhouse table you can paint your nails or access Netflix on one of the IPads!? Whitney is my stylist and is amazing. She is part owner with 5 other expert cosmetologists who have a decade plus of experience and actually spent 2 years apprenticing before taking on their own clients. They have added other members to the staff but this truly is a "sister" run business and the long time dream all involved. Good things come at a price but you will not be disappointed and if you don't love your look speak up. I have, and it was taken care of with a smile and I did not feel awkward when I returned. I am so happy with my hair Long Live The Blondes read more

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OMG! Love this place. Took awhile to get an appointment with Lindsay, totally worth it. She is great and I love my new cut & color. Carve has a great vibe AND wine!!! Really enjoyed my time there. Also loved doing my nails while my hair sat. Can't wait to go back. read more

Prices are ridiculously high and they don't tell you till you leave!! Be prepared, it's like a car payment....who do they think are???

I've seen Alyssa faithfully for 9 months for my eyelash extensions! I feel like my fills now are even more full then when I first started extensions, meaning my real lashes are stronger then ever! If you are scared of damaging your natural lashes do not let that hold you back from seeing Alyssa because she is a true lash genius with proper training! Their prices for lashes never change when you go to cash out either, like I've read below about other people's hair experiences, you pay what they quote you at. read more

I have been coming to this place for almost a year to get my hair done. I am probably the client hair dressers dread. I don't know how to do my hair, I don't ever know what I want, and for awhile because I hated the awkward hairdressing experience I just never went and let my hair wither away. But, I've loved my experience at Carve Beauty Bar. I'm the client that sits down and goes "make my hair your muse" and I really don't think my thin dry brown hair inspires anyone but Jess laughs and gets to work. I have and would recommend this place to friends. read more

Great Salon and so accommodating. Got my 11 year old boy in right away to spruce up his hair for school pictures. Jordan was excellent and made him feel really special. She treated him like an adult customer, asking him his preferences, conversing with him, offering him a beverage. He came out relaxed and happy. Great prices. Great staff. Would definitely recommend! read more

Way overpriced. They don't tell you the cost until the end. Very rude. Very sneaky. Prices online are wrong. Each different stylists has different costs and it isn't made clear. When I brought all of this up to them they were extremely rude. Be prepared to pay up to $200 when you're expecting to pay $100. Dishonest. She also did a bad job on my hair. read more

Flexible and accommodating staff, beautiful facility, relaxed atmosphere, hair wash felt great, very relaxing, most importantly haircut looks great!! Just what I wanted. read more

A beautiful spot full of talented stylists. You're treated like family here and will not be disappointed with any service you choose. My whole family sees Chelsea and we all love her. My husband and niece have both seen other stylists too and everyone is great. read more

I personally hard a horrible experience n the price is ridiculous more than a weeks worth of pay for a part time job but whatever... They said it wouls be a price then was about 60 more nevermind tip... I was supposed to get a full highlight only was put in for halfhead... Felt wicked awkward calling n asking to be helped and fixed...... To only be told " yes but you will have to pay...?" I have to pay when on one of my apts. The hairdresser was out sick. An I didn't know until I showed up for my apt got rebooked... And they couldn't even do that right... Ive heard of so many people complaining... N I'm sure there's some people that had a good experience but this is Whyyy to expensive to not be guaranteed happy.... If I had a salon o would fix things at no cost... Comeon I'm sure it wouldn't be that expensive to fix it read more

My hair came out great but be prepared for the price. Over $300 with tip. Everything is added to the price. Base color wasn't included with balyage. A small trim was full price. A treatment was the most I've ever been charged at a salon. In hindsight I feel like I should have taken that glass of wine I was offered! The space is roomy & beautiful but I simply can't afford what they charge. read more

I've been going to Carve since it opened and only have praise for this salon. Sarah does my hair and she's AWESOME!!!

I too wanted to love this salon. Their new space is beautiful. The staff are super friendly. Talented hairstylists. The reason I stopped going is because both my daughter and I had our appointments changed multiple times on multiple occasions. My daughter twice had her appointments cancelled or rescheduled on several occasions. I decided to stick with this salon until the same happened to me. I am not sure if its due to actual emergencies, illnesses, or things beyond their control, or if was due to low work ethic or lack of commitment. Either way it got to the point that I cannot count any appointment made with them and had to stop going there. Sorry Carve, I really liked you guys but the cancellations and reschedules got to be too much. read more

Great and talented ladies!! Always get exactly what I was looking for with great service. Really want to give their clients exactly what they want and make sure everyone leaves happy. I've gotten a gorgeous balyage for summer as well as gone dark for winter, and no matter what, my hair comes out fantastic. Only place that's ever done my eyebrows how I ask for them, no thinning out or awful bumps the next day. read more

I saw Jess for balayage to bring my hair to blonde. I've always gotten talked into foil highlights by other stylists, and it's never been exactly what I wanted. As others have said, this isn't the cheapest salon in the area. But my hair has never looked this good in my entire life. Family and friends say it looks like celebrity hair. Worth every penny! read more

Absolutely love Kayla! I had a tragic experience at a previous salon and Kayla took me under her wing. Never going anywhere else again!

I had such a great hair cut and color at Carve Beauty Bar. Chelsea did exactly what I asked for (except better) with honey/blonde balayage color, and it came out looking great! The space is great too - they off drinks, chocolate and give an amazing head massage during the hair wash. I am often not happy with hair cuts/colors immediately after, but left Carve yesterday loving my new hair. read more

This place is amazing! They have fixed my previous hair problems and have helped me so much. Every girl there is very sweet. Chelsea did my hair this last time and she is incredible! Such a kind beautiful place to go. Will definitely be going back read more

There's not any other Salon I would ever go to. I see a lot of complaints about price which makes about Zero sense because my last salon in Amherst and Easthampton charged almost the exact same. Here's the Difference I've never once left unhappy About my hair. I go to Lindsay and I absolutely love her. She's honestly amazing at what she does. My husband never really noticed my new hair.. until I started seeing Lindsay at Carve. Just recently my 13 year old told me she needed a hair cut the DAY before I was going to get my color.. Lindsay had her a hair appointment with another stylist within an hour of me asking.. as a business owner myself there's nothing more important then customer service. My daughter saw Tina and she was in love with her hair... I'm pretty sure I saw 20 snapchats being taken on the way home. It looked absolutely beautiful. Thank you Lindsay, Tina, Whitney for the perfect addition to Holyoke. I'll take the 40min drive to your salon it's totally worth it. read more