I followed my hair stylist Jessica Levecque to this salon after she left her previous salon, and I…read moream so glad I did! This space is absolutely beautiful. Situated right on Congress street in a bustling downtown location, this place is a pure gem. Giant windows in the front allow for a lot of natural light, which adds even more to the wonderful ambience they have going on here. No harsh lighting here! The decor is simple yet beautiful. The hair stylists work well together and are super friendly! You can really tell that the owner takes pride in her work, as do her employees. The bathroom even has a glamorous feel! I feel at home when I'm here, and I am so glad Jessica made the transition to this space! She is accepting new clients as well so if you're looking for a salon where you want to feel beautified yet comfortable, with affordable prices and in close proximity to so many fun other stores downtown, you should give this place a call! *It's right next door to Taco Escobarr too which is another plus...hello tequila and tacos! :)

Love Laura and Jess! Great cuts and styling! Been going to Laura for years and when she's too busy…read morewe see Jess.

I went here with my two daughters today, and the service providers were kind and friendly. The…read morespa was beautifully appointed, and I really felt like I was being pampered.

I've been going to Akari for 14 years with a 6 year break when I moved to LA…read more Akari has a beautiful space on the second floor in downtown Portland. Front desk staff is always very warm and welcoming. This review, though, is about Zira, a Senior Colorist at Akari. I've known her for 8 years or so through Akari, initially when she was an apprentice. As a colorist Zira is warm, upbeat and patient, she is open to feedback, and in fact asks for it, and she's always fun to talk with!

Needed a trim and a fringe to shape my face and that's exactly what I got! Love it :)read more

Coming from someone who's used to getting his haircut from a good salon and awesome hairstylist in…read moreLos Angeles , I was nervous looking for the perfect hair stylist. I would say that Ethan Hair Salon will be the best place to go! I got my haircut from hair stylist Justin and he was awesome. He know exactly what type of hair & style I have right away. I loved how he followed my instructions and gave me a great haircut just like when I was in LA . I love it! Now I found my perfect go to salon and never to worry again.

Love Margaret, in addition to being a wonderfully gifted hair stylist and a lovely human being, she…read morehas created a beautiful space that feels healing and relaxing from the moment you walk in. Two thumbs way up.

I booked with Margaret (the owner) for a blowout before my rehearsal dinner. The space was…read morebeautiful and so clean. She had such a kind, thorough vibe, so I'll definitely be back! I would absolutely recommend Heronholly Studio Salon for your next special evening or hair need.

Updated review: apparently the email listed as a contact goes to an ex-employee so no one is seeing…read morethem (guys, fix that!?). I finally got someone on the phone about my concern and they invited me in to have a re-do. The new stylist (Lisa I think) did a great job correcting the color and trimmed my hair nicely too. I would go back to her. Still--not having a working email address for your business is not okay.

I know this is long- so here's the synopsis for those in a hurry. DO NOT GO TO HEAD GAMES FOR NAIL…read moreSERVICES! The situation: I was psyched to find an opening for a semi- last minute mani/pedi on a dreary Tuesday afternoon. I thought it was odd that I'd been asked for a $25 deposit when I made the appointment over the phone, but this was the last service I needed to book for my self-care day after an exhausting, heartbreaking personal matter, so I complied. As I waited in the small seating area, I had a sense of foreboding. At check in, I was offered water, coffee or tea, but there was no warmth. It didn't feel welcoming. A couple moments later I was greeted by the nail tech and taken back to a room with two manicure tables on the right and to the left, a long couch with pillows and several foot basins. During my pedicure, the nail tech and I sat in silence, with only a Spotify station of bland piano music in the background; if I had to guess I'd say it was movie theme songs. Not exactly my cuppa tea. The nail tech, who never told me her name, would occasionally ask me a question but they were few and far between, making our time together rather awkward. So I either looked at my phone or stared at the blank wall behind her. The pedi itself was okay, except the massage part (my favorite!) There was no real effort put into it at all. After 45 minutes of awkward silence, I seriously considered telling her not to bother with the manicure, but against my better judgement, I stuck around. To make a long story a bit shorter, she had to touch up my toe nails because she had me put the pedi slippers on after my nails were painted. Then she had to re-do my nail polish because she told me they were dry and when I went to put my socks and boots back on, they were immediately destroyed. The nail polish was AWFUL. It was a goopy, sticky mess. I had to choose a whole new color because the first one was quite obviously past its prime. To make matters worse, the manicure itself was sub par. No soaking, no pushing back of cuticles, she used this cuticle softening cream and just cut back a few random pieces of dead skin. I got no lotion and no massage (again- my favorite!!!!!) Two and a half hours and $85 later ( not including tip,) I walked out of the salon in a pretty bad mood. Ten minutes later, I arrived at my next destination to find that my fingernails had a white film around them, were not dry, and were messed up AGAIN. I immediately called the salon and told them I couldn't come back now because the tech had already done my nails twice and I had a prior engagement, but wanted my nails te-painted. This is where I became furious. She says- "Ugh, we need to get new nail polish, it's nothing she (the nail tech) did." First of all- I never said the nail tech did anything wrong. I said she had to paint my nails twice. Secondly- if your nail polish is so bad, get new polish or just don't offer nail services. Lastly- no apology? Are you kidding me??? Bad. All very bad. To top it off, when I assumed my repaint would be at no charge, she hesitates, at which point I finally lose my patience and remind her that I just spent $85. And then she concedes. Still no apology. After hanging up, I immediately go into the bathroom and pull of my socks and shoes. After over an hour of manicure, my toes were apparently, still wet and the paint was a mess. Over the next few days, every time I looked down at my nails, I became angry all over again. I realized I couldn't return for my repaint because I wouldn't be able to keep my composure. So I canceled my appointment the Friday before. I will not return. I will tell my salon, who recommended I go there, to stop recommending them, and I, in turn will not recommend my family or friends. I should've taken my husband's advice- "Don't go to a place called Head Games to get your nails done."

I haven't lived in the Portland area in about 10 years so when I moved back I had to find a new…read moreplace to get my haircut. A friend recommended I try Dathan Hunter Salon so I stopped by and checked it out, it's in a great spot in the downtown area, there is parking nearby and some of my favorite shops too. The salon was modern and clean and they had adorable dogs so I made an appointment with Ilyana. I ran a little late for my appointment but they forgave me, I enjoyed the experience and Ilyana did a fantastic job picking up where my previous stylist left off and my hair looks better than ever. I made my next appointment before I left and am delighted to have found a new spot for getting all prettied up.

I stay part-time in Maine during the year. I needed to find a salon that I felt comfortable with. I…read morefound it. I'm so happy with my first cut from Dathan Hunter Salon. Ilyana is a natural. She told me exactly what she was doing as she cut my hair. How considerate of her. She took her time and nailed the style. She gave me great instructions on using a diffuser with curl-defining cream. (It's a great product, it was not a hard sell) I would have never thought to try it on my very straight hair. The scalp massage with shampoo felt amazing! There were other women in the salon, I was very impressed by their color and cuts. I have several acquaintances who use this salon. Their hair always looks great. The salon has a nice vibe, it's clean and stylish. Dathan and Ilyana are warm and friendly. It was a pleasure to get a cut. The shop is very convenient to the ferry if you live on the islands. A big plus for me! The price was reasonable.

I get my hair done literally once a year on my birthday because I hate my reflection and hate…read morespending money on myself on anything that isn't food. LOL. This year I was last minute and called around the morning I was looking to get my hair done. Lo and behold, Green With Envy had an opening for me that morning! I worked with Marissa - I told her that my hair is the thinnest crap on earth and that I never get it done - and she was very friendly and didn't judge my heinous, spaghetti-string hair. She gave me a quote and we went to it! Marissa did foils for me - I wanted to go blonder - and she also gave me a cut to get rid of the dead ends. It looked SO. GOOD. I have gotten so many compliments. Her skill with color is seriously like nothing I've ever seen before. She made sure to keep it natural looking but very clearly lighter. I am so happy with the outcome. They offer tea/water/coffee when you walk in, they use heated towels for the shampoo, and they give you a neck massage before your haircut. It's all pretty baller. That being said, it's priiiiiiicey. My cut and color was $250 before tip (they charge for each refill of bleach/color, and for toner, which I had never been charged for before). Be sure to bring your credit card and ask for a quote beforehand so you aren't totally blindsided. This is a gorgeous and relaxing salon right in Monument Square with some fabulous stylists that want you to be comfortable. If you go, GET MARISSA, because she's the Kween. I'll save my pennies and go back when I can!

Thank you Kayla for my beautiful hair cut! I love the salon! I have been Kayla's client for about a…read moreyear or so and I followed her here from her old salon. This space is gorgeous! The mirrors and chandeliers are amazing touches! You are offered a drink upon arrival which is always a nice touch. As well as a complimentary eye brow wax and neck massage!!! It was awesome! I also really enjoyed the products that Kayla used in my hair. Kayla really is an amazing beautician. She cares about her clients needs and listens to your concerns. She always takes her time and makes sure that your cut is just right. She is a perfectionist in order to make sure you feel and look amazing when you leave. I have had a lot of hairdressers over the years, but she is my absolute favorite. Plus, she does the very best eyebrows!

My hair has never been healthier than when I get it cut by Noelle. Given that I have fine hair,…read moreother salons have treated my hair like it's thick, and given me layers that grow out terribly and make my hair look worse than ever before. Noelle is a master at what she does. The location on Exchange Street is unbeatable. Recently, Noelle allowed me to undergo an awesome transformation from bright "Playboy" blonde to a deep brown that I absolutely love. It was a big change that I was nervous about, but Noelle and I talked a lot beforehand to figure out exactly what I was going for, and how best to take care of my hair afterwards. She did this transformation all in one session, and I really appreciate the amount of time and effort she poured in!

Noelle is an extremely talented hairstylist regarding cut, color or any other hair treatment. She…read moretakes great care of me and listens to my preferences and her recommendations for healthier hair are always helpful and truly appreciated by myself. I am thrilled I found Noelle. She is also very pleasant and friendly which makes my experience that much better.