I have been seeing Monica for more years than I can remember - my two young sons also get their hair cut by her every month. Since she's in the neighborhood, I even drop in to visit her and her regulars quite often so I KNOW how she treats me, my children, her other customers, walk-ins, their children.... She is not only a gifted hair care professional, but she is very down to earth, funny, and has impeccable standards of cleanliness and keeping her customers happy. If a customer is not happy with their hair, she will do whatever it takes to correct the situation - I know, I've seen it. There is a negative review below that infuriates me..... some asian guy who is so thrilled with "Boone" (an ex stylist that worked at Hair Tech) - who brought his child to the shop and was less than pleased when Monica CALMLY asked the child to stop climbing the walls. Guess what, I was there that summer day. His kid was out of control and wasn't being supervised AT ALL. There's a sign at the cash register: "We love kids, but not responsible for them" or something of that nature. BE A PARENT if you bring your wild kids to any establishment. Heck, my sons actually sweep the floor or read magazines to keep them entertained. As for Monica "bragging about her Lexus" .....she showed me her new vehicle, but that's the ONLY TIME I've ever heard her talk about it - when it was brand new - and ya know, if I just bought a new car, I'd share my news with friends too. Get a life. In conclusion: 1) If you bring your children to any salon, BE A PARENT and don't let them run wild - and especially don't blame an innocent business owner for your own lack of parenting skills. Monica was only concerned with that child's safety - the father was more concerned with Boone's attentions, apparently. 2) THANK GOODNESS Boone is gone now. Hair Tech is much better without his negative energy infecting the place. Her customers don't "do" drama mamas who are more interested in scoring a new boyfriend than they are building a business. read more

Monica at Hair Tech is wonderful. I used Yelp to help me find a new hair stylist and just chose her at random. She was very helpful on the phone, could see me on a Sunday, and has a very clean and efficient store. Monica chose a new style for me (I was one month postpartum with identical twin boys and needing a new easy, stylish do) and I'm glad I trusted her. She cut beautiful layers and left as much length as she could (I'm trying to grow out my hair.) Monica is such fun to be around. She is funny and sweet and honest about what will look good on you. (She very gently asked if I needed my eyebrows done...whoops, I had kind of forgotten about them!...I'm glad she said something.) She does the twisted string technique, which I'm not going to lie, was quite painful, but she goes fast and then they look great. While I was there 2 other clients came in and one called and she knew them all by name and knew about their personal lives. It's obvious she cares about her clients and her craft. I just made my husband an appointment to see her and I hope he likes her as much. I hope you'll try out Monica at Hair Tech. I was completely satisfied! read more

Monica is great. I walked in with no idea how to tell her what color I wanted. She looked at my natural color that was starting to get grey streaks and mixed up a lighter and darker color to match my own highlights and undertone and when I walked out my hair was shiny and slick. I have straight hair so that was a good thing. I had taken my little boy for his first hair cut to her previous location and even with his screaming and complete melt down she was great. He got used to it eventually and always wants her to cut his hair. I also have chatted with her over the years and yes, she does have a child. I can't imagine someone going to her and not knowing that. She's a proud mama and her son is a nice young man. She always asks about my family and I've seen her with customers of all ages and she gives them what they want. She has a wry sense of humor. Oh, her English is fine too. I hope giving her such a rave review does not mess up my ability to pop in almost anytime and get a touch up. My schedule is kind of flaky and she is very good at multi tasking and doing a color and giving a haircut at the same time. read more

I have known Monica for over 12 years. I have followed her wherever she goes and I am so happy she's back in Richardson at Hair Tech III near my home. Monica cuts my hair, keeps my eyebrows groomed and even facials. She can do it all and I have never seen her in a bad mood. Even when she was injured by someone running their car through her shop by accident. She always took care of her clients and I know she was hurting but she is such a professional! Whomever said she doesn't speak English well or understand English is lying or they don't understand English very well. Monica and I both have sons the same age and I'm African American and we've always had great conversations about our sons as they've grown from boys to young men. Also I've never known Monica to be rude to any adult or child who comes in her shop, she always has a smile on her face and in a good mood. Even if I don't make an appointment she always fits me in. If she can't she will tell you so you are not just sitting. That's the reason I kept going back to Monica because she always respected my time as a busy professional. read more

I had tried Clips before becoming a loyal customer of Hair Tech III. The first time I sat down with Monica I felt comfortable and we talked about how I wanted my hair cut and she created this whole new look for me. I went out of there feeling like a million bucks. It's been great getting to know her over the past 3 1/2 years. It is located in the same shopping center as Clips but it's kind of tucked away in the corner behind Fuzzy Tacos. She runs a clean and professional shop. She's got a super personality and takes her time and gives great cuts, color and highlights. She's a full service stylist, even does threading and/or waxing. She is a seasoned stylist for the past 34 years and the prices are very affordable in this tough economy. I have never had a bad experience and sing her praises to all my friends. The friends I have referred to her have all loved their experience and continue to come back as satisfied customers. read more

I'm a regular customer here and I love Monica! She is so sweet, funny, and an AMAZING hair stylist!! She cuts my hair just the way I describe and colors it the perfect color for my skin tone so it looks natural. The first time I came here after hearing great reviews from a friend, I didn't even know what blonde color to go with or anything, and I just told her I would like my hair a honey blonde color. I LOVED it, the color came out exactly how I wanted it to, and I have been to many nice salons and asked for a certain type of blonde color and they were never able to get it right! Monica knows what she is doing and I love her! You get a great deal here also, after you describe how you want your hair either cut or colored, you will get what you wanted and walk out spending a lot less then many salons out there that wont listen and do what you need. Go here and see Monica, she is an amazing and creative hair stylist! read more

I've been having my hair colored and cut by Monica, salon owner of Hair Tech III for three years now. She is always very accommodating, reasonably priced and friendly (in a good way - not like some beauticians who you feel you have to entertain). I take my young daughter there for her trims too and she's always content with the outcome. Monica's shop is always impeccably clean and tidy. The shop is so close to UTD (and a college bookstore) that it seems like it would be a natural for walk-ins from students! Monica is a VERY hard working, dedicated, small-business owner who has high standards. I have observed her mentor several independent beauticians who have come to work at her shop, but, as things go, they don't always work out. I vote YES to Hair Tech III for a comfortable, reliable and reasonably priced experience! :) read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! I am a former Boston girl - and let me just tell you, we are picky about our salon and our hair. I stumbled upon Monica after seeing a groupon for her salon. I proceeded to read reviews and research as much as possible before I went in (again I am picky). Finally I decided to go, and let me just tell you I do not regret it one bit. Monica is a WONDERFUL person and hair stylist. She is friendly, personable, enthusiastic, skillful, detailed, knowledgeable and so much more. We talked and laughed the entire time she did my hair and when she was finished I absolutely LOVED the finish product. It is fun, flirty, and everything I wanted. If you are looking for a wonderful experience and the opportunity to make a new friend I would suggest you check out Hair Tech III read more

Monica has cut my hair for a few years now. My schedule is hectic and I don't always have time to plan a cut. Monica has been more than accommodating in working me in between appointments. As for being on the phone, someone has to answer it to book appointments. Small business owners do what they have to do in a tough economy, and answering your own phone is one way to cut expenses. I have gone to high end salons, but receive great haircuts and services at much more reasonable prices at Hair Tech III. As for the review from JC N. How sad that you would review a great shop as a dump, when Boone came from the walk in - walk out no appointment needed, stylist paid by the hour instead of having clients of their own. Not saying much for you or him. read more

I found Monika about seven (7) years ago and I continue to visit her salon every month. The location might not be luxurious, however, it's always very clean. The atmosphere is very friendly and Monika is very professional. Always listen to my needs and I get excellent hair color and awesome hair cuts every single month, for a very reasonable price (a lot less than what i used to spend at other places and i get better service). I really do not understand the comments on a couple reviews...If they were that unhappy...why do they continue visiting? I recommend Monika to all of my friends and they are very happy too. Thanks Monika for the excellent service!! read more

G-R-E-A-T experience with Monica, she is AWESOME!!! With Monica I got a great haircut, the perfect shade of hair color, and partial highlights at a great price. She will make you feel comfortable and you will leave with your hair looking great! Monica is very friendly and pays attention to what you tell her to do. She does not go off and experiment on you. She give you the cut you ask for and makes you look good. If you are in need of a great hair cut at a great price then you should try Hair Tech out. I think you will be happy as I am, and expect to get compliments on your hair!!! read more

I wont ever go anywhere else! I was wary of going here because it looked like a run down, almost going out of business from the outside. But I went in with a groupon, while she was busy and she still fit me in! I didnt know exactly what I wanted and she helped me figure out what would be best for me. I got color, full highlights and a cut in 3 and a half hours. Ive been looking for someone as great as her for 4 years, and she knows what shes doing shes been doing hair for 34 years... I will not be looking anymore! Thank you Monica for your amazing customer service! read more

I went to this salon on Sep. 1. Jennie argued about the price. The appointment was for 3pm. At 3:02pm she called to say that I would miss her appointment if I didn't get there soon. Monica and Jennie were unprofessional in discussing personal details of other workers at the salon. Jennie tried to overcharge. She kept trying to cut my hair very short and I had to keep telling her that I did not want this. The experience ended with Jennie raising her voice and arguing about the tip that I had given. Definitely NOT recommended. read more

I definitely recommend Hair Tech III. I was warmly greeted as soon as I walked in and felt very comfortable the entire time I was there. She took the time to discuss exactly how I wanted my hair and my highlights and cut turned out better than I could have imagined! I've tried many (expensive) salons all over the metroplex and nothing comes close to the quality you receive here. I was very impressed and will definitely be back. My total for highlights and a cut was only 60! read more

I am new to Dallas and I was looking for a new hair salon, I came to hair tech III and Monika did an AMAZING job! She did exactly what I asked for and my hair looks great. I already had some ombre highlights and she added a few more, it looks like they are natural highlights which is exactly what I wanted. I have very long hair and I asked for a few short layers added - Monika blended the layers so nicely. I am really glad I came to this salon I am definitely coming back :) read more

This place is great! I saw it on groupon and though i would check it out so i went in for my first ever color and i was very very happy with the results! Monica is a great person and she was very patient with me when i was telling her exactly what i wanted! She listens and get you the results you are looking for! And the cut she gave me was FABULOUS! Best hair cut i have had ever received! DEFINITELY going back for more! Take my word and go here! You wont be disappointed! read more

I ended up finding out about Hair Tech III from Groupon and drove out half an hour to try it out. I am in love with my new cut and color! Monica gave me exactly what I wanted! She's incredibly sweet and so easy to talk to. The second I walked in, she was friendly and what impressed me more was anytime someone walked in, she already knew them by name. The prices are great and affordable, but the work she does goes above and beyond. I will definitely be going back! read more

I just happened to stop by the salon after moving to Richardson from Austin and haven't missed having Monica cut my hair in 5 years. My son also had his very first haircut at the salon. He's been very vocal the few times we had someone else cut his hair he doesn't want anyone else to cut his hair, even his mother! Monica is always accommodating with her schedule and with fitting us in for our haircuts. She super friendly great with well behaved children. Brad read more

I'd been looking for a great place to go to get my hair done for about the last 4 years...well, my search is done! LOVED Monica!! Sad to read some of the negative reviews...I'm thinking there must be more to the story than what you're reading! I found her to be extremely knowledgeable, friendly and eager to make me happy. Loved my cut and highlights. Even though it's out of my way....I'm a VERY SATISFIED customer who is looking forward to my next visit!! read more