I had such a beautiful experience at this salon. I was nervous because of my alopecia. From the moment I walked in, the receptionist, the owner and her assistant treated me with so much respect and kindness. She truly made me feel like a queen - valued, confident, and cared for. Her professionalism, talent and warm energy really stand out. You can tell she pours love into what she does. I highly recommend that anyone go to her. She is absolutely worth it. And if I could afford to have her to do my hair all the time, I would definitely be a loyal client. Thank you for making me feel so special - it meant more than you know. read more

I've wanted extensions for almost 10 years and last week my dream finally came true, thanks to Garnish, Candice, and her exceptionally talented, funny, and lovely team. Let's begin at the beginning. I went in knowing I wanted them, a few months back. During the consultation it's obvious they know what they're doing and talking about. During this, options are provided, as well as the what would be best for me personally, and next steps. I felt excited and comfortable talking to Candice about my new hair journey! During this appointment, I scheduled my hair strand test, to ensure the color would work correctly on my hair. This took about 1.5 hours and occurred a few weeks later. Fast forward to last week, I was in the chair and ready for my extensions! I was at the salon for six hours as I chose to get my color and extensions on the same day. I was so pleased with the entire experience! The vibes in this place are happy, fun, positive - the team knows how to work hard and have fun while doing so! I just loved the energy! They offered me lunch, wine, and great conversation throughout the day. I was also able to connect to WiFi and work throughout a lot of the process, which was convenient. Let's not forget the Spotify playlists. The music here is amazing & I left with two new playlists. At the end of the transformation, they provide documentation letting you know how to wash, style, and take care of your extensions. They also take lovely pictures and videos of the new you (see below). When it comes to the price point, quality extensions aren't cheap, but they're so worth it, especially when you're dealing with the best place around! I am so thrilled at my new hair and I would highly recommend Garnish to anyone seeking hair transformations! read more

Garnish Extension Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I love love love Garnish! I was always unhappy with my hair until after my full transformation and extensions back in October. Now I can't imagine my life without them! Everyone who work there are truly so kind, caring and down to earth which is hard to find in high-end salons. I've been to Candice, been assisted by Amani and now mostly go to Reese and they are all true professionals but also real people! Worth every penny read more

Garnish Extension Studio - My before and after! - Hair Salons Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I've been a client at Garnish, for over three years now, and my girl Tish, is the best in the business! Not only do I get a phenomenal haircut, but the salon is absolutely lovely. It's relaxing, a quiet environment. The products they use our wonderful, very eco-conscious, and I always feel so wonderful when I leave. I have recommended Tish to all of my friends, I make a joke that I carry three business cards in my wallet: my own, my husbands and Tish's. I can't tell you how many times I get stopped in a grocery store, or restaurant, asking me who cuts my hair. And I have no hesitation whatsoever about recommending Tish, and Garnish, to anyone I know. read more

Garnish Extension Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

So I finally had my service down with Christine...and from beginning to end was fabulous. I had to live with a hair disaster for a month. But in this month I was able to contact Christine and tell her what my hair was doing and ask a lot of questions. She was willing to answer them and even have me come in for a second consult a week before my service to talk more about my hair and see what shape my hair was in. This alone speaks volumes to me. She walked me through every step of my service, explaining what she was doing and how long each step would take. Since I was having a lot of breakage, I kept waiting for her to stop in horror for the condition of my hair. She didn't. She spent over 4 hours with me and has brought me back to a more natural color with a lot of warmth and depth. She was also able to style my very curly hair without leaving me looking like a hot mess. I have finally found a true colorist here in Raleigh. And while the prices are high, I am willing to spend it in order to achieve hair that I am proud of. read more

RESPONSE to owner's comment: Thanks for the response but never was it said to me that ANYTHING would be complimentary so that is false. When I spoke to Niko about my concerns a few weeks after my last appt (purposely waited for the glaze to wash out), I told her that I wasn't happy with the outcome, especially after seeing what I wanted on your company's instagram. I told her I couldn't afford to have more highlights put in but still asked for a solution. She told me if I had come in a few days after the service, she may have been able to do something. My issue wasn't with the number of visits, the color correction or even the cost that was necessary to achieve what I wanted. It was the technique used. She gave me TINY highlights when I repeatedly said balayage and that I wanted the highlights to be visible when curly. I showed her countless photos of a dark base with balayage-effect highlights (never said I didn't want to go light...just not a light base)...nothing close to what I received. I was disappointed in the hair cut but I didn't even mention it on the call (I was willing to let that go even though I will need to get it fixed) if the salon was willing to work with me. Unfortunately, I didn't get that feeling from the call. A color wash didn't seem like a real next step to what I originally wanted. read more

This is where MAGIC happens!!! Every time I walk in the studio the ENTIRE staff is working magic - from the front desk to the artists. My calls are always answered or returned quickly, the scheduling is on point and the experience is .. well just an amazing experience. I am a breast cancer survivor who went to Garnish after doing quite a bit of research. I knew when I got there for my first apt that my hair wasn't long enough for extensions. I met with Candice and we set a plan. She was clear about how long it would take and we discussed my 'hair goals' and how we would go forward. This process made me so much more comfortable. The pricing was very clear as was what to expect. When I was ready for extensions - all of the staff was there for my 'Transformation' and there were tears all around - I finally felt like myself again. Candice made sure i knew how to care for my new look and was very helpful with providing suggestions and hair care tips that would get me going with my new hair journey. This started in 2017 and now I have beautiful hair of my own but have kept the extensions for length and to give me some thickness. If you want to really invest in your hair - are looking for a artist that is professional, helpful and AMAZING - this is the ONLY place to go!!!! Niko and Candice are true artists and wonderful people who care for your outside just as much as your inside. My extensions last about 8 months - with GREAT care. I have no pain and NO one knows - they are invisible. Magic happens at Garnish!!! read more

I've been a client for a few years and TODAY I got to sit in Reese's chair! I could not be happier!!! Love love love my hair, my experience and the whole Garnish Staff!!! read more

Garnish Extension Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

For the gals out there that are debating if this is for you...I consider myself fairly "low-maintenance", like the kinda girl who gets her hair cut once a year and maybe dyed once a year. Two of my friends had gotten extensions at Garnish and looked fabulous. My hair has never been something I love about myself...just blah, so I decided to take the leap and try it. The day before my consultation I almost cancelled, again "up-keep" was not in my personal routine vocabulary but I figured the consultation was minimal commitment so I kept it. Y'all...ohmygosh...this is not a hair salon it's like a meditation room, therapist office, and good vibe tribe all in one. Garnish is filled with such positive energy, passionate people, striving to do their best work, using hair has their tool to instill confidence in all of their clients. The positive energy i soaked in during my consultation visit was worth the consultation fee alone. Now let's talk hair... I asked Candice to make me an ashy blonde. I had asked others to attempt this on before and they never came close (part of why I gave up on dying my hair). Candice came up with a plan for my hair and when I came back and had my row put in I felt the most confident I have in years. I sometimes feel guilty about spending $ on myself, this was no different, but I knew when I got home and my boyfriend who knew the investment this was and is more frugal than Dave Ramsey only had one comment "Damn baby, you look good" I knew that it was totally worth it! As for being "high-maintenance" I had it all wrong. My hair is actually lower maintenance with the extensions in than without because I'm no longer having to wake up and figure out what to do with my limp thin, hair. You wash your hair less with extensions, therefore less drying. Basically wake up..a few wraps around the curling wand and you are off. So if you are on the fence about this...girl, jump off that thing, your best hair and the best team is waiting for you at Garnish. read more

Garnish Extension Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Candice and her staff made me feel super comfortable with the experience. Her expertise in getting to where you want to be with your hair is phenomenal. She obviously cares about what she does and wants to ensure an optimal experience both at the salon and after. Would recommend without reservation. read more

Update: I got my hair dyed by Christine a few weeks ago and it wasn't exactly how I wanted it. My hair has never been dyed before, so this was a new experience for me. She called to check in a week or two after the initial dye job. I told her it was a little off and she immediately asked it I wanted to come back in to correct it. I came back in and she did an amazing job and now it's perfect. The issue was probably with my description of what i wanted and not her skill and she was still willing to fix it. I was blown away. (haha) I'm obsessed with this place. Straight obsessed. I love my hair every time I leave and feel so comfortable leaving my hair in Christine's very knowledgeable hands. The first two times I kept it to cutting and styling and have been incredibly impressed. I may try color this Friday when I return as they have earned my trust. I purchased some of the products that Christine recommended as well and loved them. True, they are pricey, but you pay for quality. The salon is beautiful and I have enjoyed every interaction I have had with the staff. It has a very high end feel, but without that stuffy-trying-too-hard-to-be-chic feel. read more

I love Garnish studio! I've been going to Candice and now Reese and love the positive energy of this studio. Candice really takes her time with your hair and applies a holistic approach to your hair - figuring out what works for you and what will make you feel like your most authentic self. The quality of the extensions are amazing and I think it's really amazing that they teach you and explain what the process of extensions is as they are working on your hair. Also, Reese is who I go to to get my extensions raised (not sure if that is the technical term), but he is really so gentle with your hair and precise. He definitely cares about what he does and I always leave the studio feeling revived and refreshed! Would recommend to anyone! read more

I needed extensive repair work on my color and the overall health of my hair. Candice was so thorough with mending the damage. I have truly never been happier with the cut and color of my locks. The staff is so friendly and the salon is gorgeous! Succulents and amazing interior design! read more

Don't go to Niko if you are a black female. She does not know how to handle our type of texture. I went to the consultation and she claimed she could give me what I wanted. I wanted a blowout and a glaze. I go in for my appointment and she looks at my hair like it was some foreign object and said I couldn't get the glaze. She should have told me that at the consultation instead of wasting my time. She should have been honest with me and recommend a different stylist that could handle my hair. My hair looked like a puff ball when I got up. I wasted 90 dollars for something that look like I did at home. She knew it looked bad because she didn't take a picture after it was done. They take before and after pictures for all of their customers. I'm happy for the many customers who come out happy and feeling beautiful, but I wasn't one of them. I'm going to stay with my Dominican stylist in Raleigh who does amazing blowouts for my hair type. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND HER AND NEVER GOING BACK!! read more

Amazing, amazing, amazing! I loved Reece's demeanor and his work was incredible. He was approachable, relatable, and had the most genuine personality. He made my hair look amazing, and my extensions felt pain free for the first time ever! LOVED him and the rest of the team at the salon. read more

Absolutely beautiful salon with exceptional customer service. I feel like I'm being taken care of by the absolute best in the business. Thank you for your comprehensive consultation and attention to every intimate detail. read more

So happy with my experience at Garnish! The staff is so friendly and made me feel taken care of, but most importantly really listened to exactly what I wanted done with my hair. Mainly this review is for one of the stylists Christine, she is honestly amazing and worked wonders on my hair. The highlights and depth she gave my hair was perfect and I'm so thankful I found her! She's a genius stylist and recommend her times a million !!!! Love this salon read more

I can't believe I hadn't thought to review my salon before! I honestly feel terrible about this, because Garnish is a gorgeous, well maintained, and an amazingly staffed salon that deserves a lot of praise. They may be young, at having recently celebrated their first year anniversary of their grand opening, but they certainly know what they're doing. I followed Andrayah here about a year ago from the salon she was at previously. She is amazing, definitely my favorite hairdresser I have ever had. She's great with color and cut alike, very creative, and super easy to talk and relate to; so of course I had to follow her when I heard she moved to another salon, this new place called Garnish. Upon first walking in, I was incredibly pleased. It's bright, modern, and over all attractive. Everything seems very up to date, the chairs are amazingly comfortable, and the decor is a perfect balance between chic and adorable. The rest of the ladies and gentlemen at Garnish are all perfect. Everyone is amazingly friendly and welcoming, and they all absolutely know their stuff when it comes to hair. Honestly, I couldn't give them enough praise for all they did right here. Did I mention the location is perfect as well? Right on the corner of Lynn and Creedmoor. If you're reading this while pondering where to take your tresses next, I would drive you here myself if I could. read more

I love Christine, she's amazing & knowledgeable! I always look forward to my salon appointments. Garnish is a great salon & I always recommend! read more

Candice is super stylish, knowledgeable, warm and put me at ease. Gorgeous salon, absolutely loved being there today. If you are looking for extensions she is your girl read more

The salon is beautifully decorated and full of natural light. The front desk staff are attentive and I'm always happy with my service. The salon specializes in extensions and color but I've only had haircuts. Definitely recommend! read more

Hair Extensions - Candice is absolutely the GOLD STANDARD! The down-side is she has become too busy and is turning clients away. I hope Garnish will soon have multiple people available to service hair extensions. Candice would make the perfect mentor to any Hair Specialist. read more

I can't say enough about the incredible gift that Candice and her team offer to the world! For a studio filled with beautiful people, one might assume it to be an intimidating, stuffy atmosphere but it is the complete opposite. Everyone treats you like you have been a lifelong friend and I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to meet these incredible individuals! The bonus is that I have never felt so beautiful in my life. Candice and everyone at Garnish are the true dream team who honestly make dreams come true! THANK YOU times a million! read more

I always feel super confident walking out of Garnish after seeing Tish. My hair feels great and looks healthy!

The Garnish Family is super friendly and accommodating to me when I come. My stylist, Tish, has gifted hands and definitely delivers what I want every single time. I've had The Best Keratin Treatment, Color, cuts and several blow outs. When I leave the salon I feel like I've been brought back to life. Tish will always be my go to stylist. She makes my experience fun every time I visit. Thank you for the lovely experiences guys. read more

Oh my goodness! I love Garnish Hair Studio & Extension Bar! I was sent to Christine by one of my best friends, and I am not disappointed! When I first called, I was able to make a free hair consultation with Christine, which lasted about 30 minutes. We looked on Pinterest and through her different photos, which helped her figure out exactly what I needed! I then booked the appointment, which was about 3 weeks out from the consultation. At the hair appointment, she again went over what we discussed so that my hair came out perfectly. I was in the chair for about 4 hours, but it was definitely worth it! I love my hair (cut, color, everything!) The salon is beautiful and the entire staff are extremely nice! I will definitely be back again! read more

I'm an older woman who has hair loss at my crown as a result of chemotherapy and the aromatase inhibitor that I need to take. After a lot of research to find the perfect professional for crown extensions, I found Candice and Garnish studio. I don't want or need long, permanent locks, just something to give fullness at the crown. Candice spent a great deal of time explaining the whole process to me. The result is a gorgeous temporary crown that I can take out for exercise and put in for a day or night out. It's made of real hair and the color is gorgeous. My hair and confidence are restored. I actually get a lot of compliments - you would never know that I'm rocking a temporary extension. read more

Christine did an amazing job on my pixie cut! She was incredibly thorough and addressed all my hair concerns. She told me exactly what she was doing and why and how I could replicate it at home. I've never been to a stylist who was so helpful. My new look took a minute to get used to because she did fix it for me and it changed slightly, but I'm in love with it now. I get so many compliments, too. I'm always worried about trusting new people with my short hair, but there is no question Christine is 100% trustworthy. read more

Garnish is a very accommodating salon. I was lucky enough to have a same day consult for extensions with Christine. It tells you how awesome a stylist is when they are booked so far out, and she definitely was. Unfortunately, I couldn't wait that long, but those that can, Garnish is your place!! read more

This salon is absolutely fabulous! I enjoyed spending time with Candice today and learning more about my hair, she is very knowledgeable and I can't wait for my next appointment. The staff there are so inviting and makes you feel so comfortable. Thanks Candice for making this a great experience! read more

Beautiful salon and talented stylists...what more could you ask for!? Love Garnish Hair Studio!!

If you haven't experienced the "garnish experience", then you are missing out. Every single time I leave there like a movie star! I never would have imagined I could have hair like I do. read more

I just moved to the area and decided to try out the hair salon down the street from me and I'm super glad I did! I made an appointment with Christine for partial highlights to change up my look for the Fall. I'm pretty clueless when it comes to hair so she took the time to sit down, go through pictures, and really find out what I was looking for. In the end, we decided against highlights and just went for a root touch up, glaze, and blowout. It looks great! It's a little pricey ($45 for a blowout, $45 for the glaze, $65 for the roots), but she explained how this will save me money on future visits and gave me free samples and coupons. I'll definitely be back and my boyfriend will be making an appointment for a cut soon too! read more

Let me preface this by saying I've been around the block when it comes to hair color. I've gone to some of the absurdly high priced salons, the local place down the street, and the supposed-to-be-good-place-at-the-mall-that-actually-just-employs-the-bottom-of-the-beauty-school-graduates. I've been blonde, red, purple, pink, blue-black, chestnut, mocha, and everything in between. By this point in my life I know what works for me and what does not. During these 20 some odd years of hair coloring I've learned about some of the chemistry behind it: the dos and the don'ts, the steps to correct, and the processes required to get from point A to point B. Most of this education came from things being done to my hair that should have never been done by a professional worth their salt. I've been treated like a friend and like a peasant at these salons. I've been argued with, condescended to, and told that maybe I should go somewhere else if I'm so unhappy. Does any of this sound familiar to you? So picture me, mid spring when I go to someone who is supposed to transform my brassy blonde into an ashy dream. Instead she bleached me to death and called it a day. I had near-platinum hair with ZERO depth or dimension. It was a hot mess. I also paid a pretty penny for my hot mess. I was in absolute tears. Until I called Garnish for a consultation. I met with Christine, discussed at length what I was looking for, and shared a whole Pinterest board worth of examples. We talked about how the process would work, acknowledged that it would not be a quick transformation but more of a journey. A true, cool, ashy blonde is not easy to achieve and even harder to maintain if you aren't born with it. But Christine is sorceress with hair color. She got me where I needed to be and has since kept me there. We've experimented a little and when that experiment wasn't in my comfort zone, she brought me back to my safe place. I have never felt like a second class citizen at Garnish. When I go to pay for my services I don't internally rage out like I have at other salons. The number on my bill matches the skill and effort put into my locks. Her genuine spirit is a joy to be in the presence of during my time in her chair. She is an absolute delight to work with and is a total master of her craft. If you're on the fence, hop on off, friend, and make an appointment. read more

Lol I made an appointment here around January 14 or so because I wanted my hair to be done for an event on January 17-19. I never got a call back from them about my consultation or anything. I eventually just got my hair done somewhere else. read more

TOP NOTCH - REALLY STRIVE AND EXCEED CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS! It is so rare today, to see not only a strong positive customer centric and talented team (Gwen, Ray/office & reception - to Christine and other stylists, but the actual owner (Candice) go out of her way to ensure customer satisfaction. I had a few consultations with Candice about hair extention options and she went above and beyond in providing the time and providing me with all the answers to questions and options. I had to change my mind right before apt and she called me and talked in detail with me to find the best option for me with hair extentions and color. The entire process and experience was just delightful and exceeded all my expectations - The entire staff really cares about YOU - and makes each visit/experience truly a spa/pampered treat! Christine also has done my color and cuts - and overall - the best color and hair extentions I have ever had! THANK YOU read more

Anyone that knows me well, knows that I love my Niko. I call her my hair God because she is amazing. In almost 4 years she has never disappointed me! read more

As a guy, I was apprehensive about going to a salon, but a few years ago my fiancé convinced me to give it a try. I'm now grateful to have been working with Christine for about two years. She consistently does great work, answers any questions I have, and is extremely knowledgeable. I wish more guys (and gals) would take the plunge and go to Garnish. read more

Garnish is a game changer, and I am thrilled I took the plunge to do something about my thinning, balding hair. As background, I'm in my late 30s but my hair is thinning/balding for unknown reasons (which I'm exploring medically, but also want to address cosmetically). I met with Candace, the owner, who thoroughly listened to my concerns and discussed my options. She's clearly an expert in this field, and her experience and solutions are not the kind you find in even the best Raleigh salons. I was very apprehensive about investing in a solution, but Candace walked through the various steps, addressed the pros/cons of my options, discussed expectations, and helped me feel comfortable that I was making a decision that I would bring me happiness. And she was SPOT ON. I cannot begin to describe how delighted and confident I feel with my new hair, and Candace met (if not exceeded) my expectations. I highly recommend a visit to Garnish if you're looking to feel more confident in your experience. Every day is now a "good hair day" and I have Candace and her team at Garnish to thank. read more