I've been going to Headlines for many years & I have never been disappointed. Both my daughters & ex went there as well when they lived here too. Lynn the owner is wonderful, she makes you feel welcome & definitely listens to your needs as well as offers suggestions regarding your hair, color , style and products that will benefit your new look! Jamie is great. I go in with an idea but usually give her free rein to build on it & work her magic. I came out yesterday with a new beautiful fall color. I was complimented immediately by 3 strangers within a hour as to they loved & it was up in a bun. Bravo you did it again & made me feel great about my new hair color! They're very accommodating with making appointments whenever feasible & having a satisfied client is extremely important to them! read more

I am disappointed, l found headlines on Groupon and when l called them they said that l can get the coupon from them plus an extra charge because my hair is long. I said okay and l made an appointment for Brazilian blowout. But lam very disappointed and regretted it. Now my hair is shorter,puffy and still have frizz. They even tried to use a different product when l came in and they quickly changed the bowel and brought the BB. Bottles when they felt that l know how the bb smell and the whole process. She even washed my hair with a different clarifying shampoo brand and got mad when l asked her to use the BB shampoo and told me they all do the same and it's not her first time doing BB!! They fried my ends and l lost more than 2 inches of my length. I am so frustrated that l wasted my money, hair and time. read more

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I was looking for a new place as I just moved to the area... I'm beyond happy that I found this place. The owner Lynn is so welcoming and just as nice as can be. Brianna, my stylist, did a highlight cut and blow dry and style. Absolutely love the color and cut! I already booked my next appt with her!!!! read more

I found this salon via Groupon and sure am glad I did. I was greeted by name as soon as I walked in. My cut and color couldn't be more perfect! read more

Head Lines is a classic example of "don't judge a book by it's cover." I found myself at this salon after purchasing a deal on Living Social. As I drove up I thought the place looked a little run down from the outside, and walking in one certainly wasn't met with some posh interior, but I was greeted by a friendly stylist who told me to make myself comfortable and help myself to some snacks (!). Despite coming in with a significant discount on the services, I felt like I was treated like a regular, something I haven't always experienced when using some sort of voucher. Most importantly, I loved how my hair came out! This is the first time, maybe ever, that I was super pleased with both the cut and the color. The stylist even threw some curls in my hair when she heard I was going on a date afterward... felt like I was looking damn good as I strutted out of there. I will definitely be coming back next time I'm due for a touch up read more

Went to head-lines for a Brazilian blowout and haircut! The staff was pleasant and attentive from the second I walked through the door. They thoroughly explained the Brazilian blowout process and offered me snacks and refreshments. My hair came out amazing . It was so soft and frizz free from the blowout . The picture I attached shows how awesome it came out with just a blow dry ( no flat iron ) . I was so happy with the blowout and cut . I would definitely go back . read more

Head Lines - Great haircut and blowout! - Hair Salons Near Me - Hamden, Connecticut

Best salon I've been to hands down. Jaime has been doing my hair for two years. I wouldn't go anywhere else to get my Brazilian blowout. I live in Boston now, and will continue to come here. Headlines has a great family atmosphere and they take such good care of you. Don't hesitate to make an appointment! read more

The interior of the salon is pretty simple. Not very trendy like most. I was honestly a little nervous during my first visit. I only heard about the place from Groupon where I purchased a great deal for a haircut and Balayage package. The result was amazing! Briana was my stylist and she was fantastic. She was quick and on point with how I wanted my hair to look like. So far I've been here twice and have been very pleased with how my hair turned out each time! Additionally, all of the stylists were very kind and courteous-they always offered me something to drink or snack on. This is definitely a "dont judge a book by its cover" place since the stylists are very talented and never disappoint! read more

Just came for my first time this past weekend for an appointment with Lynn. My cut and color came out perfect! I believe I've found my new stylist!!! The salon is nice, prices are reasonable, and the staff is pro. Looking forward to my next appointment! read more

I want to update my previous review. Lynn, the owner, reached out to me and redid all of it. She cut the hair and Brianna did the balayage. I am very happy with the results. They were very professional and kind. read more

I came here for a balayage I found on Groupon and I had the best experience! From the moment I walked in everyone was so nice and offered me water and a snack right away. Brianna did my balayage and she did an amazing job!! I showed her pictures of exactly what I wanted and she executed it perfectly. She took her time making sure the color was placed perfectly and that I was comfortable. I'm in love with my new hair! I will definitely be back again! read more

I've been to many hair salon's over the last 20 years and I've always felt that they were way too expensive and I just never felt comfortable.. I found Jamie at Headlines about 3 1/2 years ago and I've never been happier! I see her every 3 weeks on schedule and get the BEST BRAZILIAN blowouts, color and treatment I've ever received! I consider Jamie family! She's a perfectionist and makes you feel at home every time! My only regret is I didn't find Headlines sooner! The owner Lynn is a sweetheart as well! read more

Stopped by for a Brazilian Blowout ($99 special) a service I've received many times at different locations. This was probably the worst service I've received. I told her to pass over my hair 7+ times to make sure it gets straight, this happened in some areas and not in others. At the end, I took the flat iron myself to straighten my edges because they were still frizzy. After washing my hair wasn't straight or silky soft as it usually is after the service and it wasn't shiny. I was severely underwhelmed. As a Dominican woman who likes to treat my hair well, I'd consider another salon. read more

This salon is not fancy or trendy but the services I received were amazing. Jamie cut and colored my hair and I could not be happier. She was amazing through the whole experience. The final result was absolutely beautiful. I went because I had a groupon but I think I am going to keep going back on a regular basis. I haven't been this happy with my hair color or a cut in a long time. I highly recommend Jamie at headlines. She took before and after photos for their Facebook page (with my permission of course) so it might be worth checking out the photos they post to get an idea of their work. read more

Love Jamie, I had been having my hair done elsewhere for years, every time Igor highlights it was hit or miss. I noticed another employee where I work, always had her hair color so beautiful. I asked her where she gets her hair done and she highly recommended Jamie. I have been going to Jamie for about a year now and my highlights and color and cuts have been awesome all the time. HIGHLY RECOMMED Jamie at Headlines read more

Don't get a Brazilian Blowout here!!! Headlines used to be great...I had 2 to 3 blowouts done there in the last couple of years. The last one I received was A DISASTER! It did not work at all! The owner blamed it on the Brazilian Blowout changing their formula to satisfy FDA standards. THEY REFUSED TO GIVE ME A REFUND. I then had a Brazilian Blowout done at another salon and it was perfect! It came out just as it used to at Headlines and I've had no problems. So either Headlines is using a defective product or it was a stylist error. The worst part is that I had to pay for the blowout twice since they refused to refund my money. Be careful here...I don't want anyone else losing their hard earned money to Headlines! read more

Wanted to update my review since my last review was posted in 2011. Since then the place itself has changed a lot, been updated and is a lot more convenient and comfortable! But the service is still as great as ever. I couldn't help but notice a reviewer below (Erin B) had posted such a negative review of this place. I get the Brazilian blow outs AND Jamie does them, with very good results. My hair always looks fantastic! I can't help but wonder if the other lady bothered following instructions like using the follow-up shampoo specifically designed to work with having had a Brazilian blow-out... or if maybe she has hard water, swims in a chlorinated pool, or colors her hair at home? I have learned and believe that all of those can factor-in on the results. If her previous results were positive I wouldn't be so quick to blame this time not working out on the salon. I don't believe the salon suddenly began using inferior product or Jamie suddenly forgot how to do something she's so good at and does all the time! lol yeah not likely, look in the mirror and do inventory on what you're doing wrong. That'd be my guess. Anyway, this place has only improved in the years I've been going, and the staff is as skilled and sweet as ever. HIGHLY recommend. Don't even listen to Erin grumpy pants below, she probably messed herself up and wants to blame it on someone else lol sorry Erin but c'mon now! Anyway, go here, you'll love it, you're welcome read more

I had several brazilian blow outs at Headlines. The first one was great! Every other one was worse and worse. I feel they hooked me with a good one to come back and once you are regular they must use different products. The first one lasted almost 4 months. The second, less than three, the third, not even two months, Disappointing. read more

I reluctantly purchased a Groupon for Full Balayage Highlights, Haircut and Blow Out. I say reluctantly ONLY because I really enjoy seeing my regular stylist but she went out on leave and that salon is now booking 3 weeks out for a color appointment. I couldn't stand looking at the grey hairs popping up, again. My whole apprehension behind buying a Groupon is, the TRUST factor. I don't just trust my hair to anyone. I only get my hair cut about every 12 weeks and color about every 6 months. When it comes to Groupon, I have bought them in the past and had the stylist listen to what I want done, look at pictures and then do whatever THEY want anyway. So, I bought a Groupon, called and made the appointment which was awesome seeing as how they could get me in THAT WEEK! I made my appointment on a Friday for that very next Wednesday. I was super nervous about my appointment being that she would be bleaching my hair so I did some research on the reviews about Head Lines. I saw some great reviews about Brianna so I was put at ease immediately. I ended up running late Wednesday and called as soon as I knew I would be late (10 mins prior) which I am not normally late for an appointment with a new salon but alas, things happen. Anyway, they were gracious about it and told me that they would let my stylist Brianna know. I entered the salon and it wasn't anything super trendy or dated either just a regular salon. I was greeted by the staff warmly and was assured that being late was no problem. The salon was clean and I happened to be the only one there which was nice. I showed Brianna the hair color and cut style that I was going for and let her have at it. My appointment was at 1:00 and showed up at 1:15 PM and was there until 4:30. Brianna took her time making sure that the foil placement and color used were correct to lift all this old boxed brown hair dye out and tone it beautifully. As a matter of fact, she actually toned it twice to make sure that I wasn't leaving as brassy as I had come in. I chatted the whole time with the wonderful ladies in this salon and I feel like I have made a new home. Brianna did a lot of work for a $120 Groupon (this was at least $250 OR MORE cut and color service at any other salon considering the amount of product and time involved). My hair came out beautiful! I could not believe how much of a difference my hair looked from the time I walked in until the time I walked out! Brianna and Head Lines you have made a new client! Thank you ladies for your time and expertise! read more

Great Brazilian Blowout by Jamie! Very friendly and expert service. Thanks

I had mixed feelings about leaving only 2 stars, as no specific part of my service was super terrible, but the overall experience just didn't add up to a satisfied customer. I had a brazilian blowout (groupon $99) on Aug 19 (I bought it only a few weeks prior and they got me in on a Saturday morning which was convenient). I was asked at time of service to pay a $20 or 25 long hair fee. Since the price was reasonable to start with I didn't mind. However, by Sept 2, my hair was frizzy again, by Sept 9, it was like nothing had been done. I knew my hair wouldn't be perfectly straight, as it's naturally pretty curly, but I expected the frizz to be eliminated for a few months, as it has been in the past at other salons. The salon itself is in need of a major renovation. I can look past those kinds of things, so it wasn't a deal breaker for me. The staff seemed a little rough around the edges, not a whole lot of customer service, but overall nice people. I have had numerous brazilian and keratin treatments over the years so I am well versed on after care and maintenance. I have the right products, I only wash my hair 2, max 3 times/week. However, if someone is reading this review and is new to this service, I wanted to mention that I received zero input on how to care for my hair, and if I needed to use certain products. I did, however, receive a card for a $150 service if I came back. The stylist who I worked with was nice, no major complaints there. I felt like she could have passed the flat iron over my hair a bit more though (customary 7-8 times, it seems like she did that in some places but not everywhere). Bottom lines: if you're looking for a luxe salon, this isn't your place. If you are new to brazilians, this isn't your place. I feel like there's a lot of potential here, but at this time, this salon is falling short. Customer recommendation- give the salon and stylists a little uplift, it will go a long way! read more

I love this Salon! Vicky was lovely and I got the best brazilian blowout from her. I came back for highlights a week later. It's an older salon but they have a ton of experience and gave me exactly what I wanted. read more