Kim gave me one of the best haircuts I've had in a long time. She was incredibly detail-oriented,…read moreand her energy was upbeat and engaging. She balanced giving professional recommendations while still listening to my preferences. If you're looking for someone who is attentive and genuinely cares about her clients, please book with Kim!

This review is for Sera…read more I completely understand that a stylist's time is valuable, and I know it's frustrating when clients are late. I also understand why my appointment needed to be rescheduled. My issue is not with the policy, it's with how I was treated. I was made to feel like an inconvenience from the moment I walked into the salon. I had a 12:45 p.m. appointment and called before leaving home to let the salon know I was running about 10 minutes late, which is their stated grace period. The receptionist told me she would let Sera know. At 12:56 p.m., when I was literally one minute away from the salon, I received a call saying Sera could no longer see me because I was late, and she had back-to-back clients. While I was disappointed, I understood. I asked if I could still come in briefly to speak with Sera because I wasn't even sure I needed a full highlight service, and the receptionist agreed. When I arrived, Sera immediately told me I needed to reschedule and seemed unwilling to discuss my hair beyond commenting that the back was "really dark" and explaining that she had returning clients scheduled after me. She didn't seem to know or care that I was a returning client. Sera had done my hair in February, and I came back because I had really liked her work. Not recognizing me in and of itself is not a big problem--I know a lot of people sit in her chair--but it made the interaction feel impersonal and left me wondering if she'd even prepared for my appointment. I was fully prepared to work with Sera and the receptionist to find another date and time that fit both of our schedules. Instead, both were unhelpful, dismissive, and rude. This experience was especially difficult because I have pretty severe alopecia areata that, thankfully, is now well controlled with medication, allowing me to grow most of my hair back. That said, I wore a wig for five years after losing most of my hair, so finding a stylist I trust is still an incredibly vulnerable and anxiety-producing experience. Every time I see someone new, I have to explain my hair loss and why I prefer a lived-in color that doesn't require overly frequent trips to the salon. I chose to return to Sera because I thought I had found someone I could continue seeing. Instead, I left feeling embarrassed, dismissed, and genuinely upset. I walked out of the salon, called my husband, and cried like a reprimanded little girl. I am a 35-year-old grown-ass woman. Policies are important, and I respect them. Kindness and professionalism are just as important. Had the situation been handled with empathy and respect, I would have happily rescheduled. Instead, I left feeling less like a person and more like a time slot or a dollar sign. It seems like Sera may have enough clients that turning one away isn't a big deal, but I was respectful, cooperative, and ready to work with her to find another appointment. I deserved that same courtesy and respect in return.

Over the moon about the experience and the outcome! I have been getting my hair done in LA for 30…read moreyears, so moving to DC and finding a new stylist was exciting and nerve-wracking. Frankie came highly recommended by a colleague, though, so I decided to meet for a consult. He listened, asked great questions, and provided a really welcoming environment. He also made fabulous suggestions for the color and supported the collaborative process as I worked through what I was looking for and needed in terms of a fresh look and pop. I went back a couple of weeks later for color and cut. And the result MADE ME SO HAPPY! He is an artist with color, cut, and working with clients to give them a look and feel they need. If you are looking for a FANTASTIC stylist, do not hesitate! Call Frankie at The Studeo right now!

I'm a new client and I can't recommend Frankie enough. I reached out and got a same-day…read moreconsultation. One week later, I got my piece and my first cut in. Frankie is extremely skilled, works efficiently, and makes the environment relaxing and friendly.

Jacqueline was absolutely amazing! My hair was flawless and she is such an incredibly sweet and…read morecaring person. I even got layers and she was able to keep the length! It's been a few weeks now and I look at my hair every day and think about how I love it. Also the vibes of the salon are fab. Will DEFINITELY be back!

Michael remains a wizard (no surprise!) at making my hair dreams come true -- I have pretty thin…read morehair and have always wanted more movement/volume. Went in to get a darker brown gloss, deep conditioning treatment and haircut and was so thrilled! He gave me a hassle-free, low maintenance cut that was so flattering. The studio itself is also spotless and feels very luxe.

Akiko is the best barber I've ever had in my life. She showed me how hair styling is an art form…read more She has a gifted eye for aesthetics - the results look effortless and will make you feel like you're about to walk onto a film set. She's also just an extremely charming person. I feel lucky to have found her!

Oh, Akiko has been my stylist for the last 15+ years. And now she has been my son's! She is super…read moretalented and the beauty is she is very caring and does listen to you. She understands your need, then she does the job, far-exceeding your expectations! She is an artist who cares deeply about her customers.

I've been seeing Giuseppe for years for hair color. He's fabulous - he understands what I'm asking…read morefor and offers suggestions to make it better than what I had in mind. When I moved to another city, I waited to color my hair until I visited DC and could see Giuseppe. I almost don't want to write a review because I don't want him to be too booked up, but he deserves the hype :)

Renato has been cutting my hair for over 20 years, and I have never been disappointed.read more

Obsessed with my hair Rissel Thank you for always doing your thing and leaving me feeling…read moreconfident every time. Highly recommend!

My haircut was fine, but Suelene made several negative comments about my hair (which is often…read morecomplimented as my best feature). It was kind of weird and not the experience you expect from a stylist, whose job it is to make you feel beautiful!

Hair Salon vibe: Chic, welcoming, and friendly Quality: Top…read moreNotch Service: perfect hair cut with Jean Luc. He's both a barber and stylist, and gives a great precision cut that blows out well and lasts for a while. Parking: street only. Georgetown is busy so you'll have to hunt

I go to see Ziya since a couple Of months now and if you want the perfect haircut,he is the person…read moreto ask for! he understands what I am looking for immediately ,is super efficient and thriving for perfection. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. super Kind,friendly and I always have a good time going to get a great cut by Ziya.

The haircut here was very disappointing and did not meet the standards I have come to expect from a…read moreJapanese salon. 2022 I am new to DC. Over the past five years, I have regularly visited Japanese hair salons in Los Angeles, New York City, and Boston while traveling frequently. In those experiences, even when a haircut did not fully match my preferred style or length, the technical quality was consistently strong, and any adjustments were handled professionally. Unfortunately, this experience was very different. One of the defining characteristics of a Japanese haircut is the smoothness, softness, precision, and careful organization of the layers. In my case, the cut lacked those qualities and appeared uneven and poorly structured (the photo from the back). I was also disappointed by the salon's management. Based on my experience, the overall operation and quality control did not reflect the standards typically associated with Japanese salons. Update (May 2026): Over the past 4 years, I have been with my Japanese hair stylist in New York. I returned to the salon to see Keiko because I was hoping to find a long-term stylist in Washington, DC. I had not had my haircut for 7 months prior to that because I delivered a baby in December 2025. Ozuki appeared to be one of the few salons in the area offering Japanese hairstylists. Immediately after the appointment, the haircut looked good due to the styling and blow-dry. However, within a few days, the shape became difficult to manage and appeared increasingly unstructured. The photo on my ID, taken approximately three weeks after the haircut, reflects how the cut settled over time. In contrast, the Japanese haircuts I have received elsewhere typically maintain their shape and balance for several months. Despite my concerns, I scheduled another appointment six weeks after the first haircut with Keiko because I genuinely hoped the issues could be corrected and that I could establish a relationship with a local stylist. At the same time, I let the management know that my haircut had bad form and hope that it can be resolved at the second appointment. Unfortunately, my interactions with management, Liz, were once again disappointing. Rather than addressing the concerns constructively, the response left me with little confidence that the salon could deliver the level of quality I was seeking. This is the first Japanese salon where I have repeatedly had unsatisfactory experiences. Based on the consistency of those experiences, I am not convinced that the salon operates at the standard typically associated with Japanese hairstyling.

I can't imagine not seeing Tony for my styling. He takes a decade off my many years by giving me…read morethe lift in my cut I wish I could have daily.

James is an incredible stylist. I have been struggling to find a new look and decided to give James…read morea try after reading so many positive reviews about his work. He did an amazing job after asking thoughtful questions about what I like/don't like and talking to me about the shape of my face, the texture of my hair, etc. No wonder clients who have moved away from D.C. return for haircuts with him.

Phillip was great…read more For a cut and blow dr Absolutely beautiful Super kind, great vibe, recommended products, finished result was gorgeous Very voluminous

I've been coming to see Carlos for years, and he is amazing!! He works wonders with my hair. I…read moreusually just do a cut but I've done balayage before as well and my hair always looks awesome when I leave. The salon is also inviting - everyone is so friendly, and they do a great job with a relaxing hair wash before your cut. For any parents out there, they also do great and affordable kids cuts. Overall, highly recommend!!

I came here for a haircut and got what I needed from Gabi. I liked that she asked my preference and…read morethen checked again with me to ensure it was OK to cut a little more off in the back. The vibe is fun Dupont Circle eclectic! Will return.