Don't waste your time (or $$$) as the owner, Crystal doesn't care about YOUR time. She's always late, doesn't show up and has excuses without apologies. UNACCEPTABLE. She now has lost two highly skilled and talented stylists ..Robbie & (another) Crystal most undoubtedly due to her continued neglect. Additionally, there is no Esthetician on site to assist with so called "skin care"..just products for hair care that are brought in by product agents for a commission Crystal also doesn't listen to what the client wants...she's pleasant and appears to agree...but will do as SHE desires..then the end result is not the expectation The parking is also not the best Advice...turn away immediately read more

Amazing stylist will go back on a regular basis. The stylist are very attentive, thorough, and professional

HORRIBLE! After Crystal drove in 20 minutes late, we proceeded with the appointment. I wanted my current blonde hair to have some "stripes" of a low light. I showed Crystal a picture of a very ice-blonde woman with minimal low-lights. She proceeded to give me an all-over ash-brown-gray color with very minute blonde stripes. I was horrified when I saw what she had done. It was such a simple procedure because I am already very blonde. She turned my whole head dark! When I told her how unhappy I was she got very defensive saying "you need to go outside to see the blonde color!" I also wanted long layers cut and she just trimmed the bottom of the hair. My husband (who is the nicest person you will ever meet) about died when he saw my hair. He kept asking me if I went to a "professional" and why couldn't a "professional" get a simple color correct? Crystal still had me pay her $130 and now I am going to another stylist to have her correct my color. I sent photos to the stylist I am seeing tomorrow and she couldn't believe what a bad job I just had done. Crystal ruined my day (the appointment was 2 1/2 hours long!) and now I have to go to another stylist (on my vacation) and pay more money to have them fix her huge mistake. DO NOT GO HERE!!!!!!! read more

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I'm visiting Atlantic Beach and my aunt scheduled an appointment for a haircut and highlights for herself. I rode along. The salon was cheerful and clean. The decor was beach themed and inviting. Crystal was warm and welcoming. We chatted and she was able to fit in a haircut for me along with my aunt's. Crystal gave me a fantastic haircut! She listened to my needs and brought my hair back to life! The movement and flow is exactly what I've been wanting. My aunt's hair looked fantastic as well! The highlights are the perfect shade and her hair looks so healthy! You have to try Crystal! You won't regret it! read more

Visiting from Maryland. Search for a place to get a hair cut while in Pine Knolls on vacation in Aug 2022, and by chance ended up at Crystals by the Sea. I loved it so much that when we booked this years' home at Indian Beach back in April 2023, I decided to wait until Aug 5 to get my next hair cut by Crystal again. read more

I went there and my hair was a mess. Crystal did a excellent job correcting the color and conditions of my hair. I would highly recommend her. Her hair knowledge is super genius status. read more

I have been living at Atlantic Beach for 8 years. And on my 6th hairdresser, I have finally found home! Crystal Alteus, the owner, gave me a great haircut and fabulous color. The salon is spotless and the décor is my favorite; mermaid theme. If you are a local or ever in this area and need cut or color, this is my BEST suggestion. Stop here. As I rated it, it's a good as it gets! read more

Crystal is the best have been going to her for years... I'm so excited she has her own place now. She is amazing and she cares about people. She makes sure you get what you want. If anyone is looking for a hairstylist Crystal is the one to go to. read more

I moved here from MD looking for a new stylist and have been going to her for the past 4 years! I found her online from reviews before she opened her own salon. She is wonderful and my cut or color always looks great! Hopefully my review gets published so others can try her wonderful services! read more

Crystal is AMAZING!! If you're looking for a great color, cut, style AND experience, call today for your apt! I've been going to her for years and it is a treat each and every time I walk through the doors. Will never go to another hairdresser. She's #1. Seriously!!!! read more