I have been going to Jessica since 2020 and I have never walked out disappointed. We have done…read moreeverything from blonde to dark brown and my hair is still healthy as ever. Jessica knows what she is doing and takes her time to make sure she isn't damaging your hair. One of the things I love the most is she will tell you upfront if something isn't going to look right or if what you want done cannot be done on your hair. Would 1000% recommend her to everyone! You won't find a stylist that cares as much as her!

Jessica is a balayage specialist, but so much more! I've been going to her for a long time now to…read moreheal my hair and return to a more natural and classic look. Her online system is easy to use and helps communicate what you want out of your appointment. She then also takes time to go over the details in person and it reflects on the final look ALWAYS. I had struggled with stress and hormone induced changes, and Jessica took the time to explain routines, habits, and products that would help me get my hair to where I needed it to be. Her salon experience feels like a luxury with multiple amenities beyond hair services. She is also a delight of a human and I look forward to our appointments. I love the way she styles my hair and my confidence has been growing from how much I love the way it looks.

Finally Found the Perfect Blonde! ‍ If you're looking for a…read morenew stylist, go see Sana! I had honestly given up on my hair after hating the way my blonde looked, but she provided so much relief by finally fixing the tone and getting it exactly right. I finally got the result I've been waiting for! Not only is the hair amazing, but the whole experience was relaxing and fun. The salon has a great vibe, and I've already received so many compliments. Thank you so much Sana!

Not only is the staff very friendly but the view is very relaxing! Who wouldn't want to enjoy a…read moreview of the water and boats while you get your hair done! They also do a great job of keeping their salon really clean. Sana is my hairdresser and she is amazing! She really cares about giving you what you want and makes sure you're happy. She brought my damaged hair back to life!

Definitely go to Joy! She gave me a great hair cut and styled my hair really well. She's super easy…read moreto talk to and she puts a lot of work into her craft!

I almost don't want to write a review because it seems like Joy is almost always booked up for…read morebeing so good at what she does! She is so friendly and accommodating and I trust her judgement on what type of haircut would suit me. I will sometimes come in with some inspiration, but other than that, I let her take the reins and do whatever, so long as I am consulted about the length! Sometimes I like keeping my hair long, sometimes I'm just ready to chop it all off. I also really like how this studio is set up where she only works on one person - it's intimate but also comfortable. Joy is such a pleasure to go to when I need to get a fresh cut. I am trying to be better and get my hair cut more often, but she is such a treat that it almost feels wrong to come too often...but so long as I am in the area, I will ALWAYS go to Joy and will recommend her to anyone.

Very attentive to the health of my hair; which is greatly appreciated…read more Whatever is in her oil is blessed because my hair feels strong and soft at the same time without changing the texture!

Charmaine is amazing at what she does! I haven't had my faux locs in for a full week and I receive…read moremultiple compliments each day on how good my hair looks. I even received multiple comments at work! Her website is very easy to navigate, and I appreciated all the detail around appointments she describes because it helps to keep her on schedule and build the client relationship. Upon arriving, the shop is really cute and has its own ambiance which is nice to be in for a few hours while getting hair done. The shop is clean, comfortable as well as well decorated and designed. My experience with Charmaine was wonderful, she has such an nice vibe and knows her hair. When we did the initial consultation she warned me about some not so desirable possibilities and gave me the option to bow out if I was not comfortable. I did not bow out, but the option was nice. Also during the initial consultation, she touched my hair and asked what treatment was in it. This is a signal of someone who knows hair because I only use a Keratin treatment but she could tell. If you are considering using her shop, stop considering and do it! I have no regrets and will definitely go back.

I have long, thick hair that's curly in the back, wavy on the top, and straight in the front. Yes,…read moreit's a tad confused. I'm happy to say that the owner is a master at cuts, and my hair is always done to perfection. It takes true talent to cut hair like mine, and I couldn't be happier. The salon is a small, privately owned boutique, and I'm usually the only one there (with the exception of her adorable puppy on occasion). My only annoyance is the extremely limited parking.

Went into salon with the advice from Yelp! What a success I…read morelove Margaret!!!! Kind sweet and caring she did an amazing job with my old hair!! And the therapy was an additional bonus

Diana is amazing. We found her randomly, and are so glad we did. She now cuts my husband's hair,…read moreand my children's hair. She does exactly what we've asked, and always treats the kids like special guests. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would.

I had my short haircut here twice and both time they looked very nice. This rarely happens when I…read moream happy with a haircut. Diana is a strong master and she has individual customized approach providing recommendations on how to take care your hair. I highly recommend her service.

Walked in on a late Saturday morning for a hair wash and a quick blow dry. Was welcomed immediately…read morewithout reservation and Mila did a fantastic job! Very cute and quaint spot would definitely come back.

I was quoted one rate and charged over double.I did get double process vs a highlight but she added…read moreanother $200.00 extra making $350.00 The owner was there and never said hi I am new to the place. Hair is nice but OVERPRICED and owner should walk up to people and say hello. I was only one in there for the first hour.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, I would visit my barber (Eddie) every 4-5 weeks. After exchanging…read morepleasantries about how our respective families were doing and small talk about the weather, Eddie would ask how I wanted my hair cut. And my response was usually something along the lines of, "Use the number 3 setting on the clippers to take a couple of inches off the top, the number 2 to keep the sides 'high and tight', and then finish with the number 2 setting to do a skin-fade for the back." To which Eddie would normally reply, "Don't worry, I'll make it look fresh and crisp as always." I would venture to guess that 90+ percent of men have had a similar if not verbatim conversation with their barber. March 8, 2020 was the last time I visited Eddie, and I recall this vividly since we were discussing this "Coronavirus" thing that was in the news and whether it was something to be concerned about here in the U.S. I believe that our uninformed opinion was that this was probably just another "flu strain" and that it was nothing to worry about. Hmm...weren't we a bit off on this prediction? As things were shutting down, I started experiencing the dreaded "pandemic hair," which is to stay by May 2020, the hair on the top of my head was a crazy unkept mane. It got so bad that during a MS TEAMS meeting, one of my co-workers offered to send me some Scooby Snacks, since I was looking so Shaggy. Thankfully, a family member told me about May Samara Beauty Studio in the summer of 2020. I was a bit hesitant at first to see May for two reasons: 1). What type of COVID-19 protocols did she have established to ensure a safe environment? 2). I was raised with the belief that men only went to "barbers" for their haircuts. As for point number one, May has implemented excellent COVID safety and security protocols. It starts with the appointment process itself. She will usually want to talk with you first to vet you as a potential client. And once the appointment is made, upon entering her studio (in the basement of a Condo building), she only allows one (two max) people in at a time and makes sure to lock the door so as to control access to her space. All clients need to wash their hands before starting, and May provides a fresh paper face mask during their visit; I actually appreciate this gesture since it prevents my usual cloth mask from getting too filled with tiny cut hairs. May, herself, is of course masked up during the visit and takes care to clean between clients. She also has a UV air filter to sanitize and circulate the air. In the past 9 months that I've been a client, I've always felt safe visiting her studio. But how about the most important consideration...which is to say, how does May perform as a hair stylist? Simple - 5 stars! As other reviewers have noted, she definitely takes the time to not just ask how you want your hair cut, but does a CONSULTATION to factor in the shape of your face, whether you wear glasses, and what kind of look a person is trying to achieve. She will start with a thorough hair washing, and will provide feedback regarding the health of your scalp and hair, and suggest some strategies if she feels there are areas of improvement. And unlike with my former barber Eddie, who was usually done in 15 minutes since it was mostly just "buzz, buzz, buzz" with the clippers and done - May takes the time to not just cut by also style hair. She does use clippers, but also utilizes a range of various sizes of scissors to create texture; a concept which was previously lost upon me. My old haircuts may have looked "fresh and crisp," but after leaving May's studio, I am extremely happy with the cut since it looks good and more importantly, professional. Post-pandemic I'll still be patronizing May Samra's Beauty Studio because if 2020 taught me anything, it's that once you find a good hair stylist, you KEEP that person.

I am so grateful that I found May's studio in Northern Virginia. I am really particular about…read moreproducts and used to go to an Oway salon in Fort Lauderdale, so when I moved to the DMV, I searched for an Oway salon, and May's studio popped up! Just like the Oway products she uses, May's studio and approach to color/styling are organic, clean, and blissful. For those looking for a thoughtful, high quality, organic, customer-focused long-term hair care salon, then definitely give May a call to schedule your appointment :)