Just got my first haircut with Teresa and love it. I walked in without a plan and she helped me work out what I wanted to do as far as growing out my roots/grey and cutting it properly for the first time in 3 years. She was really nice and did a pretty decent job at fixing my at-home covid hack job. Reasonably priced as well, so I'll definitely be going back again next time. read more

Loved the experience at FireFly Hair Design. Had the pleasure of getting my haircut done by the lovely Teresa Thomann. Looks like I finally found my new hair stylist! Excited for my upcoming color appointment. read more

Knowledgeable, satisfied, flexible, consistent, acute sense to detail, dependable and Effectively communicates expectations. These words can not accurately depict the superlative nature of FireFlyHair design. Teresa is such an intelligent and knowledgeable woman. I have had such a positive experience with Teresa and highly recommend her. I've lived in Austin my entire life and I've never been able to find someone quite so perfect all the way around to trust with my hair. Teresa is thorough and consistent with her word. The moment I first talked with Teresa I knew she was the hairdresser for me. I came in with a hopeful heart and left with nothing less than the best hair color and cut I have ever had. Through the years I've gone through multiple salons and stylists who have left me unsatisfied with worse hair then when I walked in. With Teresa I was able to be more open about what I want and need. Teresa made my dream color come true even though every other stylist I've gone to said my hair would not lift that high. I cried tears of joy when I got home because my hair has never looked this good! Teresa had exceeded any expectations in the role of a hairdresser I could have ever fathomed. She adapts to change easily, works with a positive attitude. Teresa goes beyond the call of duty by following up with clients to assure pure satisfaction. I love Teresa and highly recommend her because she knows the mistakes that other salons make. She has fine-tuned her techniques to create the perfect look offering the full array of colors for her clients. She is great with scheduling to find what best works for you. She is selfless and put her clients needs first. Can not recommend enough! She's perfected her craft and does so at an affordable price! read more

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Teresa is the most talented and creative hair stylist/colorist you will ever find. I found her through groupon and came to her to fix an endless hair cut/color disaster. After going from place to place and begging to return to my natural color, I would pay a ton of money and walk out with something even more horrible than I walked into. So... long story short. I come to Teresa, I am trying not to cry while explaining what I desperately want as a result but can't seem to get. Teresa listens and hears me. Teresa mixes a few potions. A few applications, a whole bunch of heart-to-heart talks, rinse, dry... and I wanted to cry. From happiness. Because it came out exactly how I wanted it. Even better. To top it off, I got a beautiful haircut that is growing out so nicely. Teresa, I am so grateful for you and your talent. read more

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I've spent years trying to find a good hair stylist here in Austin. I finally found Teresa through Groupon about a year ago and I've never been happier. After having my hair chemically ruined by a different stylist and working for two years to get it back to health in vain, she was able to revive my hair to its former shiny, bouncy glory in just a couple visits. I had spent so much time and money trying to get my hair healthy again, from going to new stylists to trying expensive repairing treatments and shampoos, nothing worked. My first time in her chair I actually cried from what she was able to do for me. She knows a lot about hair type and growth properties and will spend a lot of effort getting to know your hair needs and how to make what you want happen without compromising the integrity of your hair. Her prices are very reasonable especially considering her experience and effort. She doesn't just listen to what you want and does it blindly regardless of if it will ruin your hair or look bad because of how it naturally grows or lays. She works with you and your expectations based on your individual needs and hair type. I've had several moisture and restructuring treatments, balayage, full color, and multiple cuts since I started going to her and have left incredibly happy every time. She always makes sure that you're happy with the service and get what you want. Honestly, she's really good at what she does. But beyond that, she gets to know who you are as a person too. Yeah, most stylists will talk with you and "gossip" or what ever. But she takes the time to get past the surface of all that and has real conversations about what matters to you. So all in all, she's phenomenal. If you're just looking for a cut or want a completely new look, she's definitely the person to go to. read more

Firefly Hair Design - Naturally redheaded. Had a blonde balayage a few months before but wanted my old darker hair color that I had in high school. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Teresa is one of a kind! She took her time with me and I walked out of the salon looking and feeling like a brand new woman ; ). I have been to many salons in the area and by far Teresa is the most knowledgeable and from the very beginning she made sure I got the most value out of my color and cut. I would without hesitation recommend her to all of my friends & family. read more

So I've been going to Teresa for about a year now and can honestly say she is the best stylist I have ever had. In addition to her fun-loving personality as well as her ability to make anyone and everyone feel comfortable in her chair, her work is superb-- To say she is "meticulous" would be the understatement of the century. But don't fret--while she is excellent in her craft, she also offers very affordable services. Her monthly specials are unbelievable. I got a free deep conditioning treatment this month. How can we clone this woman?! read more

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Thank you so much for the amazing job you did on my hair it's gorgeous. You are not only awesome at what you do, but you couldn't be a nicer person!!! read more

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Teressa is honest, straightforward, knowledgeable, patient, personable, and a perfectionist! I went in this week to go from black to purple, and I LOVE it! We initially decided to keep my natural roots so my hair would be more even when it grows out, but I ended up loving the color so much that I went back in the next day to color it all. She mixed a couple colors together to create a gorgeous spectrum of purple. Pros: She takes the time to explain what she's doing, and what to expect. If you go see her (which you should), make sure to cut out enough time; she prefers to take the longer, more thorough road to make sure everything is perfect instead of rushing you out the door. The pricing is reasonable for the amount of time and effort she spends on each client! Cons: I don't think I'll be satisfied going anywhere else... read more

My experience with Teresa at Firefly Hair Design was such a positive and refreshing experience. Teresa truly listened to what I wanted to accomplish with my hair. She was honest and realistic about what we could achieve that day and I was extremely pleased with the outcome. This place is not only reasonably priced, but warm and inviting as well. I felt valued as a customer and will be booking my appoints with her from now on. read more

Teresa has been my stylist for over a year now and love how my hair looks each time I see her. I'm really picky and would hop from one stylist to another because I wasn't happy with the results. I told Teresa this upfront when I met with her. She asked me to give her a try & would understand if I didn't come back. 12+ months later I'm still happy. When I first went to Teresa a portion of my hair had been badly burned from a flat iron (I wasn't using the I normally use & within seconds of applying to my hair I saw smoke coming off my hair). We discussed what steps to take to help my hair recover (without chopping off the burnt parts because I would have had no hair left) & still incorporating bayalage highlights in my hair. She even did deep treatments for my hair after highlighting and always gave me deep discounts which I greatly appreciate! I was just texting her this evening and we plan to do an ombre next. For the most part Teresa gets artistic license to do what she thinks would look best for my features and coloring. Teresa takes her time with me to ensure I am happy with her work. I don't mind the extra time she spends with me but keep that in mind if you're in a hurry to get somewhere. I usually block off 3 hours with her...not that she always takes that long. But if she has to do deep treatments or color then she does not rush the process which I (as well as my hair) appreciate. read more

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I found Theresa based on the reviews I saw here on Yelp and she truly lived up to them! I lost track of time and NEEDED a salon appt. I'm a blonde by choice and needed my dark roots to disappear before a family wedding in D.C. a week away. I called a few salons that my friends recommended and nothing. I then found Theresa online and gave her a call. I think she heard the panic in my voice because she went out of her way to move some things around and get me in. Not only did she help me avoid a hairtastrophe but she was a joy to talk to throughout the appointment. read more

Teresa is awesome! She takes the time to listen to what you want and goes above and beyond to ensure you are happy with your hair. She is the epitome of customer service! I have had bad hair experiences in the past and am quite selective with who does my hair. Teresa did an exceptional job on my hair. She matched the color for my roots (literally) better than anyone ever has and The cut was great (you can tell because it is easy to style in the days that follow!) Teresa is thoughtful, experienced, & conscientious. I HIGHLY recommend her. read more

First off, I've never reviewed anything in my life so the fact that I'm taking the time to write this is your first hint at how awesome Teresa is! I've been going to her for a while now and I've done something different each time, and she's always able to magically bring to life the picture of what I have in my head; even though I'm never good at describing what I want. She's amazing with color, at my last appointment I wanted something super mild that could potentially grow out well and she did an amazing job; it looks so natural! One of my favorite things about Teresa though, is the fact that she makes the whole experience super fun. You know how with a lot of stylists you might feel awkward, or that any kind of small talk is forced? Well with Teresa it's like I'm just hanging out with one of my girlfriends, she is very personable and is good at putting you at ease. She is also willing to bend over backwards to help get you in when you need to, I'm usually a last minute kind of person but she always does her best to fit me in. Bottom line, I trust this woman with my hair, and we all know how important trust is!!! She isn't afraid to be honest with you, even if that means having to come up with a different plan for you hair. This woman isn't just in it for a paycheck, she wants you to be 100% satisfied with the finished product and she'll do whatever she can to make it happen. read more

I am extremely happy about my visit to Firefly! Teresa is AWESOME!!!! I have never had a consultation as extensive as hers. She asked me all the questions I wish my previous stylists had asked me. Before we started my process, I was 110% confident that we were both on the same page with what I wanted for my hair. I was new here....and honestly, I was afraid...I've had a few hair disasters of late and I needed a QUALITY hair stylist STAT. She was able to book me quickly on a Saturday and focused soley on me and my needs. I did not feel like I was on a conveyer belt to get in and out with a "standard hair design". I cannot express how happy and RELIEVED I am to finally find MY stylist and close to home!! I will most definitely be back. I came in for highlights. We did Balayage and it is beautiful and natural looking. Her haircut is precise and fitting to my face and minimal maintenance desires. I don't like to spend too much time on my hair. We discussed this and collaborated and what is the best route to accomplish this! AGAIN- SO HAPPY!!!!! :) read more

Found Theresa through a special offer and so glad I did. She is a stylist that takes time with her clients. I got a balayage and I do think she is a color expert. Another reviewer complained that she was running late but that has not been my experience. I have used her several times now and am extremely happy with color and cut results. She has suggested products that have worked great for my hair as well. She is professional and personable. I highly recommend firefly and Theresa. read more

Teresa is the best hair stylist i have ever been to. She cares so much and she wants nothing but you to be happy when you leave her studio. She has the most amazing treatments. I have been going to her for over a year now and i wouldn't trust my hair to anyone else but her! You won't be sorry if you go see her!! read more

For the person who is confused about all the great reviews, Teresa is not a stylist out to mass produce hair styles. Teresa takes her time and treats her clients as canvases for her art, which I admire. I've been to tons of hairstylists, but I am happy to have finally found someone I can trust with my hair, while also gaining a wonderful friend, all from simply purchasing a Groupon! read more

I needed a new hairstylist and was very hesitant about trying someone new. Theresa immediately took away any fear I had of getting my hair done. She new exactly what I needed and wanted. Talking to her was like talking to family, my appointment ended with a big hug. Can't wait to go back, and HIGHLY recommend!! read more

Went to Teresa on Saturday and was in need of a new color to cover up my greys. Tried something new and wasn't 100% happy with the color (too much blonde), so she told me to come back tonight, Tuesday, to fix it and man am I more than happy with the outcome. I love my new hair color and it's exactly what I was wanting. She is such a great person and very understanding about what you want out of your appointment. She's more than a stylist; she becomes your friend!! Thank you again and highly recommend if you are wanting something new! :) read more

After my appointment with Theresa I'm am absolutely devastated with the outcome. The results have brought me to tears. Only an inch was suppose to be cut off. She not only cut more than an inch but my hair is noticeably uneven. She denies cutting off more than instructed. It has taken me almost a year to get the length I had and now I'm back to square one, and paying someone else to fix my hair. The least she could have done was apologize, but I didn't even receive that. read more

Unprofessional. One appointment I had was at 5 and she didn't see me till 6:30, she was working on a client before me and didn't think to call and reschedule. I didn't leave that building till 1:00am. All my appointments I had with her were more than 5 hours long. This last appointment I had was to go more lighter bc the color faded within 3 days, took me multiple sessions just to go lighter. I was scheduled at 10 and she never showed up. I called her, txt her and no reply. She didn't call me back till 30 min later, mind you I wait for her for 20 minutes. I regret my time and money I spent with her. All those appointments and I never got my hair the way I wanted it to be. Not a reliable stylist and beyond disappointed. My first appointment I had with her she was on point, but as we got to know each other it was like she took advantage of the professionalism and didn't take me serious as a client. read more

I've been in Austin for 2 years now, and I finally found my new stylist!! Teresa did a great job on my cut/color today, explained everything she was doing before she did it, and left me looking like a million bucks! She kept me entertained through the process, which was a big plus! Her smile was almost as big as mine when I was done, you can tell she really loves what she does. Thanks Teresa! read more

Takes the time to listen and discuss your options. Does quality cuts and colors. wonderful experience.

Fast, friendly, and can deal with my fro! Teresa takes the time necessary to properly deal with my hair and I can't sing her praises enough. Thanks girl!!! read more

Teresa rocks! She took the time to help me figure out what I wanted and executed! I absolutely love my balayage and cut! Thanks so much! Definitely coming back! read more

I have never met a stylist like Teresa. She was determined to get my hair perfect, no matter how long it took (around 12 hours total!). She did such an excellent job... I can't remember the last time I was so happy with my hair color and cut. She was also a joy to be around and talk to. Not one of those boring "I have to get my hair done" events... she's super fun. Couldn't recommend her more! read more

Stumbled upon Teresa via Groupon, and now I won't go get my hair cut anywhere else! She spent ages making sure my hair was exactly how I wanted it. Then she took the time to teach me how to style my hair. The salon is so relaxing. Can hardly wait to get my hair cut again. Definitely recommend! read more

Really confused by these great reviews. I went in and was seen almost a full hour late. My appointment was for 6pm and I left at 10. I had to be escorted to my car because no one was in the building anymore. She didn't have colors stocked and had to run to the store or a neighbor for more. I went in for balayage, root touch up, and cut and left (FOUR hours later) with a root touch up, four minute trim, and an unimpressive hair mask. She's a nice lady and she works hard, I'm just not sure everyone can spare that much time for meh services. read more

Bought a groupon deal for balayage, cut, blow. When I arrived on time, she was still working on a client, said that she would be right with me as she was running a little late. Luckily I wasnt in any hurry that day and didnt mind waiting, plus she seemed really nice off the bat and I couldnt help be understanding. As I waited, the client she was working on was gradually getting more impatient. Apparently she had to go back to work and couldnt be late. Teresa was only able to finish washing her hair and didnt have time to blow it as the client had to leave in a hurry. I waited at least 45 mins till teresa was finally able to see me. Like the other reviewers, I can attest that she is very thorough in the consulting part. We talked a while about what I wanted & what she was planning to do. Before she started, she warned me of the possible negative effects that my hair would have & that if I was not happy that she would like me to "let her fix it, before going to someone new' and that even if I am still unhappy, she would give a refund. She stressed this point alot. It all sounded really nice and very impressive that she was so catering to her clients. However, it did strike me as strange how much she stressed this, i couldnt help but wonder if she was prone to having unhappy customers to elicit this speech. but of course, I was just speculating and kept an open mind. I was say that Teresa is a nice lady, very friendly and personable like everyone says. but personally, she talked way too much for my taste. Nothing wrong with it, but for a more quieter person like me it became exhausting to continue to talk with her the entire time of our apt. someone who has a more outgoing nature like teresa would be more fitted with her. Again, I will stress that she was nice to me and because of this, I could be nothing but nice back. i ended the apt knowing alot more about her then she about me, very personal details about her life, her job, her coworkers, etc. and the apt took a VERY long time. i arrived at 1 & didnt leave until 7 maybe? Teresa had to push the apt after me back, and when that client arrived, she was still working on me. the client after me waited at least 20 min before teresa was finally done. I started to feel impatient but tried to be understanding because I get that color, cut, blow would take some time but it was unbearably long. However, I am not going to put this all on her bcs I did tell her in the beginning that I was not in a hurry... i just didnt realize that saying this warranted her to take half the day. plus she seems to be having one of those days, so i tried to be as understanding as possible. I didn't know how to feel about my hair at first bcs at that point i just wanted to leave after sitting all day in that chair. I gave myself a few days after the apt to see how i felt about it, as she instructed and didnt end up liking it. it wasn't bad but it definitely wasnt at all what we talked about or like the picture. it was mediocre and I expected alot better work considering the time it took and the big game she talked. But her prices are much cheaper then my regular salon which charges about $150 just for balayage, so i guess you just get what you pay for. I asked for a second apt to correct my hair, we booked a time. I was unable to make it bcs I got sick. I only remembered about the apt after getting a vagro text, which lead me to text her an HOUR later apologizing for missing the apt and seeing if we can reschedule or what could be done. she never got back to me. after, i sent about 3-4 texts in the span of 2 weeks to try and reschedule. I finally called, in which she told me she was busy and would call me back, she never did. I figured she was really busy so I finally just went ahead and book online yesterday. within minutes of booking this, I finally got a response - saying she can't do the apt without getting the no show fee. she accused me of not contacting her till 2 days later, untrue as I have a screenshot of the texts to prove otherwise. overall her behavior towards me in the text was completely unprofessional and not at all the nice lady i first met. I respect her no show policy and told her this and did not press on it longer. In fact, I would have gladly paid this fee + tips if she had not ignored me for 2 weeks and communicated. TBH if I really liked the correction, I would of even continued going back to her permanently. My only problem is how she behaved towards me, accusing me of not reaching out despite proof, calling me entitled and a brat. Thats not how you treat a customer who is just looking to get service from you. i felt like she was almost punishing me for "costing her money" for that loss apt. I apologized & take ownership for not notifying her sooner of my absence but I wish she didn't ignore me, accuse me and behaved so rudely. all in all, there is pros in her service but i'd rather pay $150 for a less maniac and more better hairdresser. read more

Absolutely one of the best hair experiences I have ever had. From the beginning of setting the appointment to the end of our interaction Teresa was the absolute best. For me it is very important to gain trust and report with my hair stylist, she well exceeded all of my expectations! I will be back like clock work! read more

I've been going to see Teresa for all of my hair needs exclusively since 2012. I'm so excited she has her own salon now! When we first met she took my reddish brown hair to a bright but believable blond, since then we've gone caramel brown and even bright and sultry red. She is the absolute master of the side swept "swoopie" bang, but for the longest time I wouldn't let her touch the length out side of trimming. Unlike most she always respected my length love and would trim only what she absolutely had to in order to keep it healthy. Recently, I told her I was ready to do a major chop, after making sure I wasn't in the midst of a crisis and on the verge of something I'd regret, she sculpted a flirty shoulder bob for me with bangs that matched the celebrity's cut that I wanted but still worked with my actual hair type and face shape. Teresa is really meticulous in her work because she loves what she does. She really listens to what you want and respects your maintenance criteria. She is your next and last hair guru. read more

Teresa is simply amazing! She created my own special hair color that I absolutely love. My cut is always fabulous. Thank you Teresa for your artistry! read more

Teresa is an awesome stylist! She truly cares about her clients and gives them lots of dedicated, personal attention. I felt super relaxed and comfortable in her hands, and she's a very talented hair stylist. I would definitely recommend! read more

I've been going to Teresa for a couple of years. She does such amazing work on my hair. I swear she is magic. I highly recommend her.

Teresa is great! She always goes beyond to make my experience at her Salon a great one. The cut, color and my comfort in her room is her first priority! It is hard to get a stylist of her calibre, happy I have found Teresa! read more

I have been a customer of Teresa for three years now. Being an actress and a model your hair must be pristine and just plane amazing. Teresa never disappoints. I am currently in the process of growing my hair out from a pixie cut to long hair and each style she has given me through this transition has been amazing. I never worry about my cut or color with her. She listens to what I want and executes it better than I imagine. If you are looking for a fantastic hair stylist who cares not only for your hair, but for you, Teresa is your girl. read more