Vanessa not only makes me look beautiful, she makes me FEEL beautiful. I have been going to see her for over 17 years now and she is a magician. Everywhere I go people compliment me on my hair and it is all due to her. My three daughters are all grown and moved away but every time they come home to visit they make sure they leave Time to have their goat done by Vanessa! She is the kindest, sweetest individual you could ever hope to meet and she always manages to feed your soul while she takes care your your hair. If you want to talk and laugh, she's a great conversationalist. But if you are tired and need a rest, she is an oasis of peace. The salon is filled with friendly staff and going back time after time feels like going back home is SUPPOSED to feel like. I love going to Hair It Is to get my hair done once a month! read more

I've been going to Sharon, who is the owner of Hair it Is for nearly 4 years. I always get highlights and a cut/trim and have never left the shop dissatisfied. I moved out of state 2 years ago and continue to make a trip 2 or 3 times a year to have my hair done because unfortunately i have yet to find anyone that can cut & color my hair like Sharon. Nice shop and friendly staff. read more

Reasonably priced. Clean professional environment. Appointment booking was easy and when I arrived I was seated right on time. I am very satisfied with my hair cut and will definitely be coming back. read more

I had such a great experience here! I went last Friday for my birthday/valentines day to get my hair done. I was a little nervous since I am so picky when it comes to my hair. I walked in and was pleasantly greeted. I was then asked if I wanted any water or coffee. I had two cups of coffee while I was there! For free! Sharon (the owner) then sat me down and asked what I wanted done. I explained I've been growing my hair out and wanted just a layered cut and the ombre effect on my ends. I showed her pictures and she nailed it! I gave her a hug before I left because I was so pleased. All the girls seemed very nice and I could socialize comfortably with them even though they weren't the ones doing my hair. They really care about giving you a great result! I was handed a goodie bag on my way out with shampoo, conditioner, serum, and a conditioning treatment. I also got 10% off for my bday! I paid 115 for my hair to get wash cut and blow dried and the ombre dye job. Sharon said she charges 46$ for a trim since it's a wash cut and blow dry and the other girls typically charge cheaper. Overall good experience and I will definitely be back. read more

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I recently relocated to VA from CA and I was skeptical about finding a new hair stylist. I looked online and found Hair It Is with a perfect 5 star review. I scheduled my appointment and was placed with Sharon. Let me say I am more than impressed. She worked wonders on my hair (last time I had it done was Nov, before we packed up and moved). The other stylists were so friendly, and I loved their comments about my hair when Sharon was done. The coffee, water and coat closet that is offered when you first walk in is a pleasant surprise. Nothing but an absolutely relaxing time in this salon. I highly recommend to any and everyone. read more

I walked in without an appointment and got a trim from Sydney. It was a little after 3pm and there was no wait. She was very knowledgeable. She took time to look over my hair before washing to determine what cut would work best for me (blunt cut vs layers, that sort of thing). She was friendly and chatted with me the entire time. She used a little mouse in my hair and brushed it straight while blow drying. The whole process was quick and painless which doesn't sound that impressive but I've had some experiences that were so bad I was getting anxiety sitting in the salon chair. She didn't push products on me either which is much appreciated. One thing I noticed was that the clientele was much older than me. I don't know if it was because it was the middle of the afternoon on a weekday, if that's who they're geared toward, or it was just a coincidence. For a quick wash, trim, and blow dry it was $20. That price can't be beat! read more

The lady who cut my hair was really sweet. Too bad my hair looks really awful. I tried this place last minute based on the other reviews. If you're a guy looking to get a decent haircut, find another place read more

After suffering with a few terrible hair cuts I decided to try Hair It Is. Sharon took her time carefully listening to me and didn't blindly chop away like so many do. I love my hair again! Thanks Sharon! I'll ve coming back! read more

I would not go to this salon if you care about your hair and how you look. I went in starting in June 2011 after having alot of dead ends and damaged hair cut in February 2011 at another salon. I spent $35 each visit for a "K-Pak" deep conditioner and went in 4 or 5 times. The goal was to grow out my hair and get it in great shape so we could continue with highlights and lowlights. After waiting 7 months, I finally got to get it cut! I was so excited...and Tiffany cut the heck out of it! It was as short as when I got it all cut-off in February! I walked out of that salon with a head of hair that looked horrible! I immediately went home and wet it just to blow it dry the way I liked it and it was impossible! I fought with it for two weeks trying mousse, foam, gel, flat iron, curling iron and nothing helped it to look good! I was doing the same techniques and using the same products that dried out my hair to begin with! I went back in exactly two weeks later after running around in the rain most of the day. Tiffany claimed she did not know what happened to her "that day" and she was glad I came back in because 'this is the only way I will learn." It was great to know that my hair was being used like an experiment!!! She stood there and said, "I will cut it dry this time." The only problem was, was the mere fact that my hair was in-between dry and wet and she even said you shouldn't cut it when it's in-between! She cut it more!!! I used to have lengths that were 6-8 inches long. They are now 1.5 to 5 inches long. I have curly hair; so does Tiffany. What were supposed to be 'wisps' of bangs are now a whole forehead of bangs that are cowlicks!! You can't do anything with cowlicks. Also, because the lengths are so short in the back, they don't lay right, they stick out everywhere and naturally there is alot of curl. The sides and top still do not lay right and the lengths are choppy and uneven. I contacted the salon after another week of fighting my hair. They ignored my email and my request for a refund. I have since filed a complaint with the BBB of Norfolk, VA of which my complaint will stay in Hair It Is' file for 3 years. I guess the most frustrating part in this whole situation is that I do not understand why we were deep-conditioning my hair for a couple of months just to cut it off. Tiffany knew from all of my prior visits that my goal was to have long layers and wisps of bangs. This situation was no different than stealing and maiming someone. It's just too bad that one doesn't find out until AFTER they have paid and tipped for this service. Also, the manager of the salon breeds Austrailian Shephereds. You may not want to visit if you have a fear of or do not care for dogs. When I was in the 2nd time for 'damage-control', the dog was on her period and walking around freely with a diaper on. This is not the place for a dog most especially at that time of the month! Disgusting! And I love dogs but there is a time and a place for everything! As of this date, the salon and Tiffany have not contacted me to apologize or offer any kind of compromise. It is bad enough that they ruined my hair, but to not even say they are sorry or refund my money just so I would not have terrible feelings about this salon...This is a prime example of a business that does not care about their customers; only about the almighty dollar. It isn't the money, but the principle. Obviously, they need it. I am not trying to be mean, but I am the one who has to deal with this mess for the next several months. What was done to me was just simply wrong! So, my words of wisdom to everyone out there is beware of Hair It Is! . read more

I at first thought this place was nice. I had been a couple of times. The owner, Sharon is not very friendly. I had Sydney who is in her 20s and has little experience. I saw her today and to wash it and thin it out was $45. I had to pay $15 dollars to texturize it. She had no idea how to do it. I have very thick hair and I looked like a puff ball even after the flat iron. I told her it needed more and she only wanted to do it her way. She said the owner could do it but the owner is unfriendly. She barely smiles. So I said no and just wanted to leave. They charged me $20 for me to look like I had stuck my head in an electric socket. I have short hair.The owner could have apologized but ignored me. Sydney didn't apologize either. Young and inexperienced! I walked out and went somewhere else and paid $35. Five dollars to texturize. I was very happy. And here they charge $10 extra to flat iron. The other place did not charge me to flat iron my air. Ten dollars to flat iron someone who has short hair! Rip off! And every time Sydney flat ironed my hair she sprayed it with something. My hair felt stiff and gross. The other place thank god washed my hair and conditioned it out. read more

I just had my hair cut, colored, and blown-dry at Hair It Is and it was a great experience. I usually color my hair myself but decided that I needed to have professional coloring done as an important date is coming up. Jean Marie did my service and was a real pro. I had just had my hair cut but wasn't totally thrilled with the job so first Jean Marie colored my hair. After a thoughtful consultation with me we picked a color and off she went. While it was setting I was offered magazines to read, and they have a "pick your flavor" coffee maker and cookies there as well. It's so nice to be pampered, and frankly, don't we all deserve that once in a while!!! After the color was washed off Jean Marie gave me a great shampoo with a little head massage and a hot towel on my face. Heaven! Afterwards a little trim to fix my previous cut and a blow out that literally changed my perception of my curly hair. I felt beautiful! It was well worth the reasonable price they charge and I will be back again! read more