Annie is amazing!!! They always treat me with such respect & kindness. It's definitely a hometown feel and you can't beat the pricing for quality so close to the city! I've been coming here since I moved to Boston! read more

Hair Images - Balayage by Annie - Hair Salons Near Me - Belmont, Massachusetts

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I wish I could give more stars! I was referred to Annie by a colleague when I was complaining about having a "Mom ponytail" and expressing my need for a change. She assured me that Annie would give me a great haircut. I went in for my appointment with very thick, very long hair and after a thorough consultation from Annie, I confidently let her cut off most of my hair. She gave me a great asymetrical cut, thinned out all of the bulk and colored it an amazing "chocolate cherry" color. This was a HUGE change and I LOVED it!! That was over 3 years ago and I have been seeing Annie exclusively ever since. She now also sees my husband and several friends that I have referred to her who are all now completely devoted to Annie and her great work. My haircut has varied over the years but always looks great. I get SO many compliments on my hair which is a true testament to Annie's skill. Highly, highly, highly reccomend! read more

I booked this salon after reading other positive reviews thinking I was going to have a winner. Boy was I wrong! I moved here from San Diego and was looking forward to trying this salon. I tend to commit to stylists if they work for me. I was with my gal in SD for over 10 years! I called and requested their best stylist here for a cut and color expecting to be booked with either Annie or the owner based upon other reviews identifying them as the best in this salon. Not the case. Instead I was booked with an newer stylist. I was beyond disappointed with her performance and also the owner's judgement to rent space to her to poorly reflect on her otherwise positive reputation. My hair is about 60 percent gray and I've been using ammonia free color which I find to be less harsh on my scalp since I was pregnant 6 years ago. The I'm in my mid 30s and have premature grayed. My colorist in San Diego had no issues using ammonia free to color my hair impeccably so it came as a big surprise that it turned out to be a big issue here. I usually expect a stylist to give input into what's best for my hair. I trust their instincts and let their talent shine rather than pushing my vision that may not be right for my hair. This particular stylist did not have a vision with my hair and asked me how she should cut and what tools to use. I've never cut hair so I expect a professional job that I pay someone else to handle. I was in the salon that day for 3 hours. The first process on my hair didn't take at all to cover my gray. It was almost as if she'd colored my hair with shampoo. It was pretty embarrassing to watch the entire staff start to scramble to fix the issue. I was patient and polite to give her a chance to correct it when Annie was brought in to assist. I quickly realized my stylist that I was booked was totally unqualified which was disappointing since i had requested the best. Annie had a super cute a-line gorgeous cut she was finishing next to me that I envied so this salon could've worked if I had been booked with her instead. But even after Annie's guidance I left with decent gray steaks persistent. I'm fairly sure that the second round of color Annie came in and applied was an ammonia product which I had specifically requested to avoid. I'm assuming they wanted me to leave without gray hair to save the session rather than honoring my request. After the debacle with the color I figured keeping the cut simpler with just a trim would be smart and conservative. This is not the place to take big hair risks, which I'm open to doing with the right person. Needless to say I cancelled my follow up appointment at this salon and found a new place that is much more qualified. I was looking for a Newbury St experience without having to commute. Not the case here. I actually would've returned had Annie or Jane called me to get me back in one of their chairs since I sensed they were more qualified. There wasn't any acknowledgement or apology which I would've respected. I found a new salon today and my new stylist said the cut was uneven and resembled the shape of a mullet which is all wrong for my hair. She had quite a bit of clean up to do and will need a couple of months of grow out to fully correct. I also left with fabulous color on the first try. I'm happy with James Joseph in Burlington and will be returning there. I paid a little more but it was worth it to me for a great service. read more

Hair Images - Hmmm I still have gray peeking through despite two color treatments. - Hair Salons Near Me - Belmont, Massachusetts

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I cannot say enough about Annie, who has been doing my hair for over 2 years now. She is magic with color and always makes my stay at the salon a pleasant experience. She did the hair for a wedding I was recently in, and everyone looked amazing. She'll be doing the hair for my wedding in October, and I can't wait! Highly, highly recommended! read more

I have been having Jane (the owner) cut my hair for years and I always go in hating my hair and when she's done, I always LOVE it! She knows her stuff! The hair color she used for me is perfect for my skin tone and looks so warm and vibrant! Every 5 weeks or so I know I need my "Jane fix"! Great job as always, Thanks Jane! Deb K Arlington, MA read more

I just got my hair cut by Annie (daughter of the owner I believe) at Hair Images. She did an excellent job! She sat down with me and asked what I was looking for, took a good look and feel of my hair, made recommendations and asked questions to make sure she understood what I wanted, how short, how I part my hair, etc. She was a pleasure to chat with as she cut my hair and did a great job! She really knows how to make curly/wavy hair look good. I trusted her to make suggestions (wispy side bangs, layers, etc) and it turned out great. I am definitely going right back. Their prices are also very reasonable. Annie was only $35 for a wash, cut and style/blowdry. (She may have been a little cheaper since she was the younger stylist.) The cut was much more affordable than the salons in Belmont Center (which are more like $60). And the atmosphere is great - you really feel like part of the community here since everyone seems to know each other. It was such a warm, friendly environment. Well done, Annie and Hair Images! read more

Just have to update my review since I flew in yesterday for my cut and color. I have gotten my hair cut at Hair Images since I was 3 years old. I am now 30 and have lived all over the world and still haven't found a better haircut. I have gone to salons in NYC, Philadelphia and now Los Angeles and none come close to my hometown favorite. In fact I am in town from LA to visit my parents and insisted on getting my haircut and colored here while I was home. I always get compliments on my hair not just in the weeks after my haircuts, but also in the subsequent months. I just need to convince them to open an LA branch! Best haircut ever at a reasonable price. Can't beat it. read more

I highly recommend Jessica who transformed my "look" by giving me a haircut I love and can maintain easily. She listened to me and together we created the first style that works WITH my curly hair. The shop is very friendly and all the customers and stylists enjoy one another's company. Give yourself a treat and go to Hair Images. You will come back again and again. read more

I started going to see Annie at Hair Images about 2 years ago after seeing a friends hair cut and loving it! The first time I went to see Annie, I was extremely impressed with her! She introduced herself, sat down with me and discussed what I wanted to do. She is extremely personable, gives a fabulous hair cut and has a great eye for color! She listens to you and gives great advise too! I have recommended the salon and Annie to many, many friends and will continue to do so. Hair Images is right in Belmont Center and the atmosphere and staff are very warm and welcoming. 5 Stars!!! read more

Annie is amazing. Best haircut if my life. I've seriously never received so many compliments on a haircut. Her prices are reasonable, too! read more

Hair images is a great place. My 3-year-old daughter and I have both gotten several haircuts there by both Jane and Annie. The haircuts are great, the price is reasonable, and the atmosphere is friendly and welcoming. It feels like a community and there is none of the pretentiousness that I have found in other salons. They do a great job with kids--making them feel comfortable, lollipops and even very special things like working a fresh flower into my 3-year-olds hair which pretty much made her year! read more

Needed a male perspective on here! In high school, I grew my hair long and it became... well, matted. It was gross. Went in, and a woman whose name I forget who has since left made it all better- cut it short and styled it amazingly. Went back and Annie became my new person. Every time I go there, she's very bubbly and friendly but also professional and a talented hairstylist. Nothing but god things to say . 5 stars. read more

Had an unpleasant experience. I asked for one and got the opposite. Next master dyed my hair after hair images said that it wasn't a good job read more

Annie is a skilled, sympathetic professional. I've been searching for someone who would cut my hair as short as I want it and in the style I prefer. I generally get a lot of resistance to what hairdressers seem to feel is an insufficiently "feminine" style. Many won't buzz the back and sides like I want (#2). Most are unable to figure out how to get the silhouette that I want. Annie nails it every time. She's got magic hands and a high level of control. My only complaint is that it is difficult if not impossible to get an appointment with her spontaneously. She's too damned popular. One must plan ahead by weeks. read more

Annie is awsome! I started going to Hair Images about 3 years ago when I moved to Belmont and needed a new hair salon. Now that I moved again I still make the drive to Belmont. Can't imagine letting anyone else do my hair. She's an expert colorist. The whole staff is just very personable and makes you feel like family. Prices are so reasonable too! read more

JANE is awesome! I have been going to her for about 5 years now for foil highlights. Everytime I LOVE my hair. The whole salon is super friendly and make you feel at home. It's not pretentious or anything like that, just great HAIR and very reasonable prices. read more