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    Dlala

    4.5 (302 reviews)
    ModerateHair Salons
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

    By appointment only

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    Chemical treatment

    Color only

    Cut and color

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    Jin H.

    I haven't been to a salon in a decade, but wanted to chop off my hair to donate, and was too scared to cut my own hair for a short style. I picked Dlala and Misora based off the reviews and research of Japanese salons in NYC, and I'm so glad I went with them! I showed Misora some pictures, she gave me a recommendation, and my haircut got so many compliments! Funny enough, turns out my sister goes to them, too, so I guess we both independently concluded this was the best place to cut Asian hair!

    Natasha N.

    I just moved to NYC a few months ago and needed to find a hair stylist! Two people recommended this salon in a FB group so I made an appointment. Misora was clearly knowledgeable about hair, was so fun to talk with, and always made sure i was comfortable plus did a great job on my hair! As far as NYC pricing goes, this is pretty decent as this is what I paid in Florida! So thrilled and excited to come back!

    Incredible subtle balayage by Hisae!!! The best!!!
    Chelsea C.

    Here for my yearly update: Hisae is incredible, my hair always looks and feel so much better. Even when I can't verbalize exactly what I want, she listens, gives input and then makes absolute magic - you need to come see her!!! Update: Hisae is literally a color magician- after being traumatized many times with other people trying to go lighter, I finally LOVE my hair!!! Not only is it dynamic and beautifully done, but somehow it's still so healthy! I'm constantly complimented and asked where I got my color Love her so much and highly suggest you see her if you're looking for cut/color!!! Had the most wonderful experience with Hisae! After the conditioning treatment and cut my hair feels and looks incredible. She took her time and kept me informed on everything she was doing. I was unsure of exactly what style cut I wanted but Hisae gave great input and I'm so happy with the result. The decor was lovely and the atmosphere in the salon was so friendly and welcoming. I would highly recommend :)

    Thao L.

    First time here yesterday, and was referred by a friend to ask for Misora. I was hesitant since I hadn't dyed my hair in about 5 years maybe more. Misora was extremely knowledgeable, explained what would be the best process and what colors would work best for my hair while still giving me what I wanted (a balayage and a cut) and made me feel less nervous about such a big change, for me. she was professional, friendly, and walked me through every step of the process, explaining what she was doing and why it was important. She gave me tips on how to maintain my hair to keep it from fading. Finally when it came for my cut she was quick and I got EXACTLY what I wanted. And so affordable considering all the work I got done and being in the city. I definitely found my new salon.

    Haircut by Shohei (Shawn)

    I am so sorry for the low lighting which doesn't do it justice, but I got my hair cut by Shohei (Shawn), who did a great job. I think like many women with long hair, I am very protective of mine. It was 8 months since my last haircut, so I knew I really needed to take off some inches--I just told Shohei to do what he thought was best and try to keep it long. He was really careful and did not take off more than necessary. I have thick, frizzy hair, and I usually just wash it and go. The cut falls great and looks nice even without the blowout. Also, as others have mentioned, the staff here is really nice in general, plus there's tea and a nice head massage when they wash your hair. And the price is probably the best in NYC (I paid about $70 before tip which makes sense for the length/thickness of my hair). Thank you SO much to Shohei for being respectful of the length I requested and following the reference photos that I brought in, and thank you to Dlala for offering affordable haircuts in this very expensive city. I will be back here for sure!

    Blunt shoulder length bob haircut from Mariko.
    Ashley E.

    This is a long overdue review, as I've been going to Dlala for years - but this was after years of trying to find a good and affordable salon in NYC and failing miserably. Dlala is truly a treasure. I normally see Yutaka, who is a really awesome person on top of being a great stylist. My hair is thin and fine and flat and boring, but he always makes it look chic and luxurious. Recently I saw Mariko and she was phenomenal as well, and really engaging. And the haircuts are only $60! In NYC! Go to Dlala, don't hesitate.

    Suey B.

    I go to Misora for double process for Asian hair and she's great. Great attitude, attention to detail, and always on time and informative. She listens to what you are looking for. And prices are extremely reasonable.

    Hair by Junya's magical touch!
    Esther T.

    What a breath of fresh air and relief... to find a salon.. in NYC that knows how to work magic on my HAIR! I'm half puerto-rican and korean with naturally wavy + THICK hair. Not only did JUNYA know how to layer my hair but he thinned it out so it wasn't as top heavy. There are SO many salons in NYC with so many rave reviews that don't deliver. I can tell you whole heartedly that Junya is AMAZING x100. I posted a picture... and proof is in the pudding ladies and gents. Don't waste your time on these fu-fu salons that are $150+ a cut! Go see Junya and let him use his magical hands of perfection. **Cash tip only**

    Junya's amazing work!
    Sabaa D.

    After my stylist at Cutler Salon left NYC for LA...1 year ago, I finally...finally was emotionally ready for a new stylist to cut my hair. After much research, toiling over yelp reviews for different salons I was looking to combine value with talent! I realized quickly that most salons would charge over $100 for a haircut for my super long hair...then I stumbled upon Dlala reviews. THANK YOU FELLOW YELPERS! For posting pictures and with such great reviews - I knew that I was making the right choice. On a bright sunny Tuesday morning I met Junya! A talented artist who worked his magic in my hair by first dry cutting my hair and being so meticulous all the while listening to all my concerns regarding the texture and styling of my hair. He then washed my hair with an amazing scalp massage and then blow dried and styled my hair, double, triple checking his work....all for a total of $73!! One of my biggest issues as always been keeping the length of my hair while updating my layers, to most stylist that translates taking off a lot of length - but that was NOT the case with Junya! He preserved the length of my hair while updating my look and giving me styling tips and tricks along the way. As I was sitting there admiring my updated cut, I looked around and saw the work of other stylists as well and everyone just looked phenomenal! I highly recommend this neighborhood treasure!

    Excellent haircut from Mariko. Anyone who can get this kind of texture out of my fine hair (& this is air-dried!) is a magician.

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    2 months ago

    Angelique was amazing! so pleased with my highlights. She did exactly what I wanted I will be going back!

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    Angelique was great. I was uncertain of what I wanted, and she helped recommend something suited to my face and style.

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    Nice hair cuts , reasonable price. Kind staff. Have gone three times and never disappointed.

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    4 years ago

    Loved getting my haircut here, Mariko is awesome! The atmosphere is super welcoming and my bob cut is one of the best I've gotten in years!

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    Ask the Community - Dlala

    Do you do dry cuts for wavy hair?

    Yes we do. We recommend stylist Mariko for wavy hair.

    Is Yukari still with the salon and available?

    Yukari is not working at Dlala anymore.

    Is Shawn (Shohei) still available?

    Shawn (Shohei) is in Japan. He has moved back for good and plans to open a salon in Sapporo. If you’re looking to get a hair service, we recommend that you visit our website at Dlalasalon.com and book an appointment with one of our other stylists.… 

    Is Kana (Hisae) available? Don't see her online

    Yes she’s available. Please go to Dlalasalon.com to book your appointment and you should be able to see her.

    Hi I made an appointment for Sunday. Can a friend join me inside?

    Hi! Thank you for contacting us. We are sorry, but your friend cannot join you if she doesn’t have an appointment at the same time at our salon. We are operating under strict regulations of the NY State Cosmetology department, with regards to… 

    Is Yukari still available? Cannot see any available time slots in the upcoming months. Thanks.

    Hi, Yukari is still working at Dlala. But she has been unwell for the last few months. If you email us your name and number at dlalasalon.nyc@gmail.com then we will contact… 

    Is Mariko back?

    Yes she is. You can find appointments for her on our website at dlalasalon.com or you can call us at 21277775252.… 

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    After having my third cut & color by the fabulous Mariko, I feel I am withholding good news if I do not write a review.

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    3 diff times 3 diff stylists 3 great haircuts. We love…read moreHarueh. Yelp requires 85 char.

    Within the first 5 mins of sitting down for a "consultation", I was told I have frizzy puffy hair…read morein the back, and I needed a perm asap. This was their "best advice for me" and that I should come back and get both together. I only needed a haircut and this was the only chance I got (I am a SAHM with 2 kids and minimal backup except this day) so I said I would consider it but I need a cut now. It was 6 months since my last. That must have just not been the right thing to say bc I was judged, insulted during the entire session and I got the worst haircut of my life. I can't even get it fixed because it is so much shorter than I wanted. There are huge "texture" discrepancies all over my hair, the most obvious being in the back near my neck. There's also a strand of hair far longer than the entire length of my bob cut. I don't even understand how this happened. I'm so traumatized. I would never recommend this place and will never ever come back. I really had 1 chance to get a cut as a treat to myself, since I really don't have extra time to spare. And now I have to live with this until it grows out, definitely more than 6 more months. If I could give -1000 stars, I would. Please do yourself a favor and find a salon that can do a nice cut for long AND SHORT hair. WITHOUT A PERM TO MAKE IT ALL STRAIGHT FIRST. The skill level here is just so sub par. I could have done it myself.

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    I used to love this place but this will be my last visit. Both the front desk and stylist were cold…read moreand unfriendly. I asked for ash brown (which I usually get) but I got a way lighter color than expected and the bleach (he went over the bleach twice) really damaged my hair. On top of that, they charged me for a haircut I never asked for. During the balayage, the stylist cut/thinned (no idea what he did because he never asked me) some of my hair (maybe 10 "snips"?) and they later charged me an additional $70 for the "haircut." This really pissed me off because in the middle of my appointment, I even heard an assistant ask in Mandarin "is she getting a haircut?" and the stylist shook his head. I was really unhappy with my hair that I went to get a hair treatment (for the dry, damaged hair) and toner at a different salon a week later. That stylist even asked "who did your hair?"

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    I've been seeing Charles Wan for the past two years, and he has completely transformed my hair into…read moreexactly what I've always wanted! What sets Charles apart is how much he genuinely cares about the health of your hair. It's so hard to find a stylist who prioritizes maintaining healthy hair over trying to sell you additional services. Before finding Charles, I saw several different hairstylists throughout the city, but none of them cared about the long-term health of my hair the way he does. I've been coloring my hair for years, so I definitely don't have the healthiest hair to begin with. Charles understands my hair, knows exactly how it processes, and never rushes the coloring process. He takes his time with every step to make sure my hair stays healthy while still achieving the results I want. Over the years, he's earned my complete trust. I always value his recommendations because he truly understands my hair and always has its best interest in mind. I'm so happy I found my go-to stylist in the city. I absolutely love my hair every single time I walk out of Unfade x Muze! If you're looking for someone who is incredibly talented, patient, and genuinely invested in the health of your hair, go see Charles!!! you won't regret it!

    They scheduled me within the week that I reached out to them. I had previously bleached my hair and…read morethen had my hair dyed black so they offered me a consultation. I went in and they were able to service me very quickly. The vibe is very upscale and very nice. The staff was very kind and very helpful. They tested a strain on my hair and it turned out red, and said that I wouldn't be able to go ash blonde. Super grateful that they did a test but very sad that I was unable to do the color that I want. They did offer me to do like an ash brown, but that wasn't what I wanted unfortunately. They told me I could wait for it to grow out and then they can't fix it up and do the color that I want. I will definitely be revisiting the salon since the service is so good and they are so kind.

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