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Lava Salon

4.6 (122 reviews)
ModerateHair Salons
Closed 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Applying hair extensions

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My experience at Lava was horrible. My hair is damaged beyond repair. The photo where my hair is blonde is to show the difference in damage and thickness. The blonde was also done at lava and I was happy with that, but my experience went down hill from there. My next two appointments, the color wasn't what I asked for. There was never any acknowledgement by the stylist of the damage to my hair (or shirt). I didn't want to leave a bad review because they did try to color correct my hair to what I asked for (free of charge) at the other location, but they can't put the hair back that's missing from a third of my head... I did reach out to the owner via email a week ago to share my experience, but I still haven't received a response. By posting this review, i just hope to save others from having the same horrendous outcome.

Cass O.

I was visiting from out of town and made sure I stopped by to my have friend from college Amie cut, color and style my hair! Amie did an amazing job mixing a custom color for my hair and getting my cut just right! I am so happy to have experienced the fun atmosphere that Lava Salon has! The staff all had a smile on their faces! They have cool tools that set them on the cutting edge of hair salons! They even have a pull down photo area to get just the right Facebook of your new do to share on social media! I would definitely recommend the salon to anyone! Oh and prices are great!

My hair done by Casey
Rebecca L.

I'm new to the area so this was my first time at a new salon in over a decade! I went by online reviews and proximity to my home when making this decision--and I am sure glad that I did! Casey cut my hair and she knocked it out of the ball park! Her friendly and funny demeanor made her a pleasure to be around (ask her how she got her boyfriend to put the toilet seat down lol), and she gave me exactly what I showed her in pictures! I did have to wear a mask (sadly I'm one of those people with a history of severe vaccine reactions so my physician has me waiting), but that was not a hinderance. If you're vaccinated and can prove it, no masks are required! I have a color appointment with Casey in a month and I can't wait to go back!

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Kelly G.

Love the chill vibe here . No pressure to buy products and helpful staff . Most important , my stylist Jackie is an awesome colorist. She's funny and easy to talk to but doesn't talk your ear off and focuses on doing the best job , instead of being overly social. I appreciate that because in the past I've been to stylists that wanna be your bff and then end up messing your hair up because they aren't paying attention! I also like the eclectic and retro decor here. I will be back in 12 weeks!

Long hairrrrr
Vivian H.

I have super long, black, virgin, asian hair and I am very picky about who cuts it. Moving here and having to find another hair stylist was stressful! Luckily I trusted my gut and other reviews and booked a cut with Casey here at Lava Salon. Not only is Casey super sweet, engaging, and straightforward, she made me feel very comfortable and didn't cut off more than I wanted. I did get a good bit off but it was very much needed. Thank you thank you Casey! My mom even said she loved it hahaha

Elizabeth M.

Adorable salon, vintage trendy atmosphere. Staff is welcoming as well as the salon puppy who is super sweet. They have gone all out with decor, when getting washed you can watch a ceiling mounted tv with a slide show of the staff. Looks like they have great parties and enjoy eachother as a team. My ONLY complaint is that I had some sticker shock on price. Probably wouldnt have done it over again just due to the expense but enjoyed my time there. Very knowledgeable staff experts in color.

SALON DOG

I love this salon so much. The atmosphere is fun, the products they sell are great, and Alex Tamburro is AMAZING. Not only do I love talking to her, she has literally given me my two favorite haircuts of my entire life- and she has only cut my hair twice. One was based on Winona Ryder's hair in Reality Bites and she nailed it, and then for the next cut I did a boyish grown out pixie for the first time ever, and I cried. No hair touching my neck felt so freeing and I now understand what gender euphoria from a hair cut feels like. Never have I cried after getting a haircut (except once when I was 12 and my mom took me to great clips- that was not a happy cry though). It was everything I wanted but had been too scared to try for years. She knows how to work with your specific hair texture/type, bone structure, and style. She also cut it so that now that it has grown out, it still looks so cool and I still get compliments. It's magical. Check out her Instagram! If she ever moves I will cry (again)

Fay W.

Grace is amazing. She is kind, really listens to what you want and is just so pleasant to be around. I really enjoyed my time at the salon and was so happy with my results. The salon has such a cool vibe and they give you lava-mosas which are the coolest mimosa I've ever had. Troy the receptionist is also amazing. He is so nice and really makes sure you enjoyed the experience. Will totally visit again!

Happy customer!
Robin A.

The best way to find a great salon is to ask someone with a great haircut, "Who cuts your hair?" That's exactly how I found Geoff Richardson of Lava Salon in West Ashley. When I arrived for my appointment, I was greeted warmly, offered a beverage and given a cute satin wrap to slip on in this cool, laid back and decidedly hip salon. Geoff made me feel welcome and immediately comfortable as we chatted about my style, my Pet Care business, and the best color options for my skin tone. He then mixed up a batch of color and got to work. Geoff worked effortlessly and created a fun, fresh and modern cut that is in a word...wonderful! I can honestly say that this is what makes a great stylist! He used his wealth of knowledge, vast talent and imaginative vision to create an look ideally suited to me and my lifestyle. I'll tell everyone I meet about Lava Salon, and I can't wait to go back. BTW...The Shampoo Bed is the bomb!!

Spencer and I with my new haircut photo bombed by Jeff
Lana H.

I had a great hair cut from Spencer. She was nice and artistic person. She made sure we were on the same page and guided me through the process. She gave me tips on how to style it and selected products for me from the product line they sell/advocate. It's supposed to be good for you, good for earth kinda stuff, but I haven't tried or read about it yet. The place is cool and hip. Someone put lots of creativity into designing it. Atmosphere is laid back. Good fit to Avondale :) I cut my long hair short (incl. shampoo and styling) and paid $50+tax&tip + hair products that were recommended to me. I don't know if it's the salon's deal, but Spencer told me if I referred three friends to her, my haircut would be free. I am not good at referring people, but I thought I'd share my experience with Charleston Yelp! community. Good work must be heard of. Stay pretty, ladies and gents!

Current hair
Lisa D.

I walked in for a consultation expecting to come back for an appointment. They told me to wait a second and a stylist met me at the front desk. I have grown out a lot of gray and wanted to know her opinion on Bleaching versus highlights etc. And what would go with my skin tone I was also expecting this to be expensive because I knew this would be a color correction if we decided to bleach. She quoted me $110 per hour and said to plan on five hours and that was just for a bleach bath. I still wasn't opposed To the price but I did ask her her thoughts on what color would complement my skin tone cover the gray and if my highlighted color around my face would look good because I've gotten compliments that it matches my eyes. She proceeded to tell me in front of everyone that checked out at the register that the highlights that I had framing my face for the color that nobody ever wanted. Those were her exact words " nobody wants that color". I have to say not only did I think it was a poor choice of words but also embarrassing that we were still at the front desk while she was giving me a consultation and said those things in front of other clients leaving. I feel like I want to say her name was Amy but not 100% sure. I had no intention of booking the appointment I just politely said I would call back and the receptionist followed me out the front door. She was very nice a young pretty blonde girl and she asked about just scheduling a haircut. However they do you require that you pay the full amount of the haircut upfront and you also do not have an option of not getting a treatment. When I asked what the treatment was they could not tell me she said it would be whatever the stylist recommended. So I'm guessing if my hair was dry it would be something for moisture etc. I also am not opposed to paying half upfront so that a stylist is not sitting there when people don't show up. I did not expect to pay the full price upfront especially when I really could not get an appointment date that was anywhere in the near future. I will say that the receptionist was extremely friendly very nice and her hair looked great. She may have been a stylist I'm not sure. The stylist that gave me the consult had brown wavy hair. Unfortunately because of the rudeness of the stylist and poor choice of words and embarrassment I will not be going back ever. This is extremely sad due to the fact that I thought the prices were a bit high and I was willing to pay that but I'm not going to pay that kind of price to get insulted. I have attached a picture of the color of my hair with the money piece highlight. Since there are high reviews I'm thinking there are better stylists in that place But I will never know because I don't ever wanna see that woman again..

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5 years ago

Amie was absolutely amazing! I have curly hair and wanted a complete makeover. Amie did an amazing job and I couldn't have been happier!

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Great experience! Melissa gives great head massages and the cut was quick and efficient. Super happy and I'd go back.

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Had an amazing experience with Amie. Very glad I trusted her with cutting my hair short!! Will be coming back 100%.

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They always do an awesome job and can find a way to get me in when I need a haircut! Thank you!

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Ask the Community - Lava Salon

Does this salon do tape in hair extensions?

Yes. We do Hothead Extensions but are also picking up an additional option of tape ins that work well for people who want custom color matching. Call to make a consultation!

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Review Highlights - Lava Salon

Spencer is very educated with color and recommended a deep conditioning- after that my hair was back and better than ever.

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