Headquarters Hair Salon

Earnie is the best he's so attentive with his clients. I moved away to Hawaii and he still…read moreremembered so much about me and my preferences when I came back to see him There's various parking options around Chinatown including street and garage parking. Salon is cash only, with an ATM available in the lobby. Number of guests is currently limited for health purposes so make sure to leave your friends at home or send them on a bakery run ;)

I have been going to Coco Head Hair studio for years now-- since my college days. Ernie, the owner,…read moreis very friendly and extremely meticulous.

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Haute Coiffure Salon

Locally owned & operated

Zena is truly amazing. I had been searching for someone who could achieve an ashy gray tone to…read moreblend my grays, but no one had been able to lift the brassy orange undertones in my Asian hair with permanent color--until Zena. She not only got it right, she did it beautifully. My first experience with her was wonderful from start to finish. She was patient and attentive, even when I arrived late due to parking, and she kindly took the time to help me find a spot. I'm so grateful for her care and expertise--highly recommend.

I wanted to give 5 stars but I realized when I washed my hair, so much of my hair has been chopped…read moreoff and I paid a lot for this service as I was told to maintain my hair length, it will be $400, but my hair length was not maintained. A lot was chopped. Like an inch or two. If it weren't for that, I would have given 5 stars, but this is a pretty big deal that I was told to keep my hair length, it will be $400 and to chop it off it will be about $300 but my hair was chopped and I still managed to pay $400. Another thing is I didn't like the way my ends were trimmed. Yes the color is very nice though. Sam did my hair and he did a really good job. I want to give 5 stars but I also felt misled simply because a good chunk of my length was lost from this and it was not worth the price paid for. It does not sit well with me. The reason I gave 3 stars instead of 4 was because the way my ends were cut were chopped off. They weren't trimmed. They were just chopped off. That'd be okay if I weren't charged $400. $400 charge was to maintain my length, but wasn't. UPDATE: Edited mine to 4 stars because I really do love the color. Sam did an amazing job with my color. Hopefully I can get my ends fixed though! After washing my hair, my color still comes out beautiful. Photo is posted.

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MG Hair Artistic Salon

4.6(336 reviews)

4.8 mi•Allston/Brighton

Highly recommend!…read more This place did such a great job fixing my hair! It's never looked this good before. A previous salon had messed up on my hair and dyed it three different colors (UGH!). They had bleached the roots a different color and had toned it unevenly. I'm so glad MG hair was able to see me after the other salon had ruined my hair and was lucky enough to get a last minute amount. Eric was so careful and diligent. He made sure not to damage my hair since it had already been bleached by the hair stylist from another salon. All my friends are saying my hair looks like a celebrity's after Eric fixed it. I don't think I'll be going to any other salons cause MG Hair gave me such a stellar job. Bonus: they even have snacks while you're waiting!

Decided to try a new place and like the way my hair was cut. Not sure the salon experience is…read morenecessary for the type of haircut I get, but definitely a step up from barbershops I have been going to. A bit on the expensive side. Staff was friendly. They washed my hair twice, which has never happened. Overall good experience.

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4.8(224 reviews)

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This is my 2nd time at Scott Hair, and I came back because I really liked my first haircut. For my…read moresecond visit, I got a wavy perm, and I'm really happy with how it turned out! Scott puts a lot of emphasis on precision and is very professional throughout the whole process. I thought it was a great haircut and would definitely recommend Scott Hair 10/10 to anyone in the area looking for a great haircut!

Excellent service! I came in with some terrible brassy tones, and Scott knew exactly how to fix…read morethem with some beautiful, dimensional highlights. He understood my vision, and I love my hair now. I will be back.

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En Salon

4.7(39 reviews)

4.3 mi

I have come to en.SALON for haircuts in the past with both Nao and Kiyomi (both are wonderful…read morestylists), but recently came in to take advantage of the special deal for the Head Spa Scalp Treatment with their new junior stylist, Danato. Danato took his time in explaining the entire process to me before starting the treatment, which included multiple cleansing washes accompanied by steam throughout. He finished the treatment off with a bouncy blowout. I have thick and coarse caucasian/asian hair, and he was incredibly patient and enthusiastic in creating the look that I wanted. The whole experience was relaxing and pleasant from start to finish. Danato was very attentive, polite and detail-oriented. I would highly recommend him for a hair spa treatment or blowout!

probably one of the worst haircuts I have gotten I would really like to post a better review.. I…read morewas super excited to come in and get my haircut. Honestly, it's probably two part in what I asked for and booking an apprentice stylist. Wanted long curtain bangs and long layers, cut to just below the collar bone. Got a long bob with, albeit, layers... some of the bangs cut dried and curl into my nose. Again, it's part bad ask and bad haircut. The stylist was working with me and tried to achieve what I was asking for, I just wish there was a bit more conversation about how to achieve what I want. Instead, I was impressed with how the stylist reiterated the hair cut back to me in bullet note like fashion, but it didn't initiate more conversation but instead felt like a: I'm telling you what I'm doing so if you dislike it in the end, it's your fault not mine. Giving 4 stars because I only had the stylist the one time! Don't knock this place until you try it, but this was my experience. I'm posting some reference pics along with my haircut. I hope that this review is taken as helpful criticism about conversing with clients. Wishing all the nest to en salon.

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Joi Salon

4.4(115 reviews)

2.0 mi•North End

I have been going to Joi since it opened about 20 years ago. The owner,Erica, hires and manages the…read morebest staff, who provide the best haircuts and other hair and salon services in a relaxed, friendly and professional environment. Thanks, Erica and staff, for making me look and feel my best all these years!

Keri gave me the best haircut of my life!!! I was nervous to try a new style again because the last…read moretime I got layers a few years ago was a disaster. Keri did the most amazing job and I have never loved a haircut like this before

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Salon Luna

4.2(299 reviews)

5.4 mi•Porter Square

Kayla is fabulous, gives me a great cut, and is very sensitive to her client's wishes. A lovely…read moreperson as well.

I couldn't be more satisfied with Dario's haircuts. I don't…read morealways know what type of haircut looks good on me. Fortunately, Dario seems to know better than me and gets it right. I appreciate Dario's years of experience. Thanks Dario.

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Acote Salon

4.5(482 reviews)

2.1 mi•Back Bay

Cristian was fantastic! He gave me a bob with beautiful layers and was clearly very skilled!read more

Love this place! I got a haircut and styling from Bella and I love my haircut. She was so nice and…read moreexplained how to keep my hair styled and best practices. Definitely will be coming back

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Viselli Salon

4.3(527 reviews)

2.0 mi•Back Bay

This review is for haircut only…read more I was running errands yesterday (Mon, Nov 29th) and decided to stop in to see if Viselli had time for a haircut. The receptionist was really kind & accommodating and found a hairstylist (Jenn) that fit me in last minute. I absolutely loved Jenn, she was very professional and made me feel comfortable right away. I love my fresh haircut! The salon is super clean and covid protocols are in place which I appreciate very much. This was my first experience with the salon, but it won't be my last!

I had a 25 minute virtual consultation. One of the things discussed was that I needed my grays…read morecovered. I was given 2 options covering all goals discussed - 1. start off with highlights/lowlights/gloss or 2. Start off with a gloss. I chose starting with a gloss. After the gloss was washed out I noticed grays and asked about it. It was then I was told, "a gloss doesn't cover grays. We'd be lucky to get 30-40% coverage with a gloss." After getting home I now realize the gloss isn't even and pulled reddish. I did leave without a blow dry out of frustration so in all fairness I'm sure they would have adjusted that had I stayed. But also, I figured it would probably be fine since it's a gloss but not the case. The manager did offer for another appointment with the owner or another stylist but I declined and they did not charge me. Just posting to help another person avoid this.

White hair with extensions from Leslie at Viselli Salon

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Platinum hair with extensions by Leslie at Viselli Salon

Le's Beauty Salon

3.8(304 reviews)

1.5 mi•Chinatown

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I've been here three times now to get straight perms and a digital perm done by Juju and I don't…read morethink I will go anywhere else now. Juju is an absolute gem and really knows what she's doing when it comes to hair. She also speaks English pretty well so it is easier to communicate with her if you don't speak Chinese. Perms can take up to a couple hours so she also makes sure you keep up your stamina by offering you snacks and water/coffee. The service in general at this salon is pretty quick and efficient and thorough in terms of getting people in and out quickly.

Great bayalage done by lulu! This is a great salon for affordable hair care. I'd choose Le's any…read moretime.

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After: lost too much hair volume. Did not get the trim and ends look more uneven than before. Bangs also did not get fixed.

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Nancy D.

15 years ago

If you are looking for a great cut or color, and friendly, prompt service in a down-to-earth atrmosphere, then look no further! Headquarters Hair Salon on East Broadway (next to the Java House) is the place for you. Nicole has been styling my hair for about two years now and I couldn't be happier. She is very knowledgeable about color and always does exactly what you ask. At the same time, she is not shy about making suggestions, but without being pushy. I have a standing Saturday afternoon appointment there, and am rarely kept waiting more than 5 minutes. This is huge for me. In fact, Nicole is usually ready for me the moment I walk in the door. She even keeps my own hair conditioner on hand for me so I don't have to bring it in each week. Now that is service! In fact, the entire staff is fantastic. You are always welcomed with a smile in a very homey setting that will put you at ease immediately. And in keeping with the simple, yet attractive surroundings, are prices to match! You won't do better anywhere in Southie. Be sure to ask for Nicole! She is tops. read more

Chelsea K.

11 years ago

I've been going to Headquarters for years. Originally I went to Nicole and loved the cut and color I would get from her. She's left and there's been some turnover since then. The two other stylists I had after were great, but I must commend Tatiana for my recent partial foil and cut. The place was the most packed I have ever seen because of the holidays and Tatiana was still professional among it all. She asked for help when needed (and appropriate) and stayed focus to make sure I had the correct amount of "blond" for my request of "chunkier" highlights. I was nervous about everything turning out ok among the chaos but the cut and color came out PERFECT! She was also very sweet and down to earth (something that salons down the street can lack with their "high end" egos and "fashion magazine only" attitude). You can't beat the prices as well. 6 years later and I will continue to go back! read more

Marla S.

10 years ago

Stacie has been doing my hair for years and it's always great. Nisa does my daughter's hair and she is amazing, particularly with some of the more bold colors my daughter likes. Headquarters is a fun, not-pretentious salon. All the stylists are wonderful, passionate, caring people who won't let you go if you're not absolutely pleased. They do little kids right up through seniors with the same care, concern, and attention. Whether you want a wiffle for your toddler or foils and blowout or updo for a fancy occasion this is the place to go. Uptown style and quality and attention to details without the wtf pricetag. read more

Nicole S.

12 years ago

I had a wonderful experience at Headquarters Hair Salon. I had my hair highlighted and low lighted by Mally. I'm super picky about my hair and usually people have a hard time creating the color that I want. But Mally did an excellent job she blended my hair and created a light brown dirty blonde hair color. My hair is perfect!! She is the only stylist I know who can make me a blonde with out looking bleachy and with light brown accents. Mally was great and the price was great too! This is definitely my new salon while I live in Boston. read more

Paige T.

11 years ago

I went to Liz for years before going to beauty school and becoming a stylist my self. I wish she was one of my co workers now so she could still do my hair! Didn't realize the importance of Yelp until I got in the business so that's why I'm just getting around to this. Liz always gave me the perfect foil and cut. She always listened to what I wanted and nailed it every time. I would recommend any blonde to her! Thanks Liz, Miss you! read more

Caroline K.

12 years ago

I have been going to Headquarters for a couple of years now and I regret not writing a review sooner! Maily is AMAZING! She is an expert on color and style and gives me exactly what I want every time I go in. Maily is super nice, easy to talk to, and passionate about her work. I'm so glad I found Headquarters and Maily!! read more

Diane M.

11 years ago

Hello!! I feel it pertinent to mention that Tatiana is now working at Headquarters!! Turn your frown upside down & call & book your appointment with Tatiana!! (617-269-0085) She's the BEST!! Whoo hoo!! Foil/color/cut/up do's - she's your girl!! Tatiana formerly worked at Caress & I'm so glad I found her!! Yay!! read more

Stephanie O.

11 years ago

I let my color and a cut sit for a couple of days before I wrote this review .....Just in case I changed my mind, but I didn't --- Tatiana did a great job !!! I had an excellent experience at this salon and plan to return. PS: Tatiana is wonderful listener and funny with her accent, she made my day. read more

Paul J.

11 years ago

I have been a regular here for years now. I was tired of long waits in barber shops and my wife highly recommended Headquarters. Liz gives me the best haircut ever, every time! The whole staff is wonderful, like old friends by now. Do yourself a favor and give them a try! read more

Ang I.

10 years ago

Had my hair done by MaiLy she was great! Head quarters is my favorite place, everyone is so friendly the stylists make you feel like you have known them for years. I would definitely recommend it to my friends and family read more

Deb M.

10 years ago

I wish I could post a picture of my hair. Thank you Liz Santangelo for the fabulous fantastic magic you perform on my hair every 5 weeks. Great team and their chemistry is awesome at Headquarters ...Thank you read more

Janet K.

12 years ago

Went to Stacy yesterday for the first time. My hair cut is even better than I hoped. She is very professional and talented. The color is great. Couldn't be more pleased. read more

L W.

12 years ago

New to the area and went on the recommendation here. Maily did a great color and cut, very happy I found here and very happy I looked here on yelp. read more

Ann O.

10 years ago

Always enjoy getting my hair done by Liz.Have been going to Liz for many years.Love the atmosphere at Headquarters...Thanks,Liz

Jessi R.

12 years ago

I got a cut and highlights and I am very pleased. I had Maily who did a wonderful job!

Sabrina H.

11 years ago

Tatiana was excellent! Easy online booking.

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