I have a hard time trusting just anyone with my mane. I don't color or otherwise treat my hair, but…read morewith curls it can be tricky to find someone who really knows what they're doing. I wasn't overly thrilled with the salon I'd been frequenting since I moved here so when my friend mentioned he'd had a good experience here at Moods, I figured I'd give them a try. I made an appointment a week in advance through their online booking, which was super helpful to view the stylist bios and pricing before committing plus it sent me a few timely reminders via text. I arrived roughly 15 minutes ahead of my appointment and scored a parking spot right out front. Sammy was with another client so I had a short wait while she finished up and reset her station. After a quick chat to establish a game plan, I was off to the wash and back in the chair for what felt like the quickest haircut of my life. I swear it was about 30 minutes from chat to checkout! I really appreciated that she styled my hair how I'd be styling it at home so I was able to get a good sense of the cut before I left the salon. Again with curly hair, this makes a world of difference! Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Moods. Whatever happened in previous Yelp reviews, that was nowhere to be found on my visit. The space was inviting and the staff seem to be very experienced. I also thought my haircut was very affordable compared to other salons I've been to. Glad I took my friend's advice and will definitely be paying it forward if anyone asks. I even booked my next appointment as I left (something I never do!)

WARNING: I KNOW TOO MUCH! I rolled the dice a few weeks ago and booked the next available stylist…read moreat Moods for a haircut. I'm a former stylist, with some barber training, which makes finding someone to cut my hair a challenge. Just as surgeons maybe shouldn't perform their own surgeries, I know when to let someone else cut my hair. 9am on a Thursday I walked in to Moods to a friendly sign asking me to put shoe coverings on (and mask up of course!). I liked this a lot. COVID has butchered the salon industry, so anything that a salon can do to up the sanitization game is huge. Moods Salon was spotless. Then I met Amber. Stylist roulette handed me a beautiful, friendly and enthusiastic ray of sunshine. (No really... you cannot ignore it.). From just a haircut perspective: once I stopped talking about "my hair" (we ALL do it..) she chimed in that she had originally attended barber school and was just shy of finishing when she transferred to cosmetology school to finish up. Oh Universe! Her skill showed this truth. I sit here writing this with the best grown out haircut I've ever had. Amber is going to be getting a call from me today, and I cannot express how good it feels to know I can count on another amazing haircut by an incredible woman.

I've gotten 3 perms in my past from Brunette's roughly every 6 months, and they all held pretty…read morelong. It's a nice environment, and I always have a fun time while there. I love Brunette's and would definitely recommend them to others.

First time getting "my hair did" cut/colored. Kristen Killerby did an amazing job. Im so happy with…read moremy hair! Id suggest her as a stylist. Shes fun and laid back :)

I've been going to Essence for over 6 years and they are the stand out salon in the CR area. They…read morehave such a cute salon that offers everything! I get my hair colored every 12 weeks here and they always do what is best for my hair while making sure I feel comfortable and understand everything.

Let me start of by saying Sarah is awesome! She listened intently to my thoughts and ideas and then…read moredelivered! She is so patient with the loooong process of cutting an coloring, and makes my hair feel and smell delicious. I have had long hair for the last ten years of my life and was so afraid to get it cut. She was so sweet to make sure it was exactly how I wanted it and walked me through the whole process. The only downside is price. I wasn't expecting to have to pay as much as I did. BUT that shouldn't deter anyone from going. I honestly think if you talked about price and what you want done they would accommodate you. No doubts about it. And it will not stop me from going back. This salon is beautiful and the owner is so kind! I loved that she said hi and introduced herself after my appointment because it's not something you typically expect when people are so busy these days. If you're looking for a simple cut, to cover up grays, to try a new color, or to do a combination of any of those things I highly recommend giving Essence Salon a go! The ladies and atmosphere are a dream, and everyone deserves to look good AND feel good.

I've been going to Inspirations for over 13 years & I can't imagine going anywhere else! I drive…read moreover 45 minutes to get my hair done, it's totally worth the drive. Ann does exactly what I want her to do with my hair. She has so many up-to-date ideas with colors & hairstyles. I totally trust her with her ideas & absolutely love my hair every time I get it done. The facility is absolutely gorgeous & fun to visit, and every single hairstylist is so sweet & polite to me when I visit. I get so many compliments on my hair & my response to people is, "I have the BEST hairstylist!" Thanks Ann! If you're looking for a great Salon, this is the best!!

Loved my experience at Inspirations last weekend! Staff was super welcoming and accommodating. When…read morethey consulted on my cut and color, they really took into consideration my facial features, skin tone, and daily routine and were able to create a style that felt like a new look but is easy for me to maintain. The salon is modern and clean, and I love their product line selection that includes organic and vegan product lines. Would definitely recommend them.

Bre in the Salon is the BEST at doing hair. She's the only person who's been able to consistently…read moreget my hair exactly how I want it. She's also incredibly knowledgeable on different hair types and textures and explains everything so well before doing anything. She's also incredibly kind and wonderful to talk to. Highly highly highly recommend seeing her!

Abby always does a wonderful job and makes sure I am happy with my hair before I leave. She is very…read moreknowledgeable on how to keep my hair health by recommending the perfect products.

I loved my haircut by Meghan. It's been a long time since I've had someone as good. I had a hard…read moretime finding their place. She asked where I was and walked down the alley to find me and direct me there. It's very seldom you find someone who will do that for you. I highly recommend!

This salon is PHENOMENAL! I'm picky about salons: of course I want my hair to turn out nicely, but…read moreI also need to feel comfortable with the stylist and the atmosphere. The Beauty Lounge offered the best overall experience of any salon I've tried in Cedar Rapids--and I've been shopping around for a while. The salon is small and very well decorated: it's feminine and clean without being frilly. The entire staff was personable and the atmosphere was relaxed and fun. Megan--the salon's owner--cut and colored my hair and she did an amazing job. She is very skilled as a stylist and she was really fun to talk to as well! She went the extra mile in every way during my appointment by taking the time to brew some fresh coffee for me, helping me sift through my Pinterest page to find the perfect cut, and by beautifully transforming my hair. When it came time to pay, I was shocked at how reasonable the price was for everything Megan did. In short: this salon offers a great experience and competitive prices. I absolutely recommend this salon and I'm so glad I found it!

Great service n excellent people! Just moved up here from Atlanta and called n they got me in later…read morethat week. Very reasonable prices. I highly recommend this business.

I'm from Chicago so I'm very particular about my hair. Sam did a WONDERFUL job making me look…read moregreat; I will return to him in the future. He is very talented and kind. I'm leaving this as a 4-star review only because I have an expectation of longer hours (I was told everyone was fully booked, but Sam was the only person working on Saturday at 2 PM; I walked in fully expecting a bustling shop full of stylists and patrons), quicker call-back for an appointment (I got a text a day after I called for an appointment; my expectation is within an hour of inquirty), and a tidier shop (the shop is clean but kind of messy). Please don't get me wrong, I appreciated the kind responses to my inquiry and was happy Sam was able to accommodate me on short (3-day notice) and make me look great. Curiously, when I went to book online Sam was not an available option with whom I could book an appointment. I hope the person responsible for the portal will ensure they can schedule time with him. Please go to see Sam. Thanks for making this Chicago girl look and feel great.

I am a big fan of Aveda and in searching for a place to get my hair cut after moving to the Cedar…read moreRapids area, I was delighted to quickly find Nadia's. The stylists who I have had cut and style my hair during my time here have been great - both Dawn and Amanda have listened to what I have wanted and been accommodating. The tea, water, and other beverages offered as I arrive on site always put me at ease, and every time I walk into an Aveda, I am surrounded by the smell of Shampure and feel at home. The environment is welcoming, the salon is clean, and the folks working there know about the products and the ways the products used are all natural. I've also had a facial and it was so relaxing. I left with my skin feeling moisturized. Jennifer listened as I shared my concerns about my skin and made great suggestions about what steps to take next and which products might benefit my skin the most. I never feel pressured to purchase products, but am always told what is used and how I might be able to incorporate it into my daily life. The information about how the water is different in this part of the country helped to determine why my hair felt so damaged each time I've gone in. I wish I could go get my hair styled each week by these women. The evening hours work with my hectic schedule.

Like the stylist Maddie . Talented young lady. but they need a better procedure to handle their…read moregift card ( the older one) I will stick with Art + Science on Chicago. For being a well established salon in the community I would expect to have better customer service at front desk at check in and check out.