Stephanie is an incredible hair and makeup artist…read more She did my hair & make-up for three separate events, including my wedding. She is extremely easy to work with. Before each event, we went through a trial process as well as numerous Pinterest boards to nail down the right look. Stephanie is extremely talented, and has worked with a number of different skin tones and hair textures. She is extremely patient and works really hard to make sure you are comfortable. She was the perfect person to have around the morning of my wedding- she is fun, bubbly, and has such a calming presence. It unexpectedly rained during my outdoor summer wedding ceremony and my hair and make-up stayed on perfectly. I can't say enough about Glamour By Steph. She is amazing, professional, and will listen to what you want to create the PERFECT look.

I found Steph on the website, Thumbtack, in search of a makeup artist for my wedding. She was…read moreextremely professional, reliable, punctual, and easy to work with. She did an absolutely wonderful job with my bridesmaids makeup and I would hire her again in a heart beat. I'm so thankful I found her. I highly recommend her for any special occasion. Thanks Steph

Janice has been my go-to hair cutter for years. I finally bought the products she uses since they…read moremake my hair look and smell great. I learned on my last trip that Janice only cuts hair. I took my bridesmaids here for wedding 'dos and a couple other stylists did our up-dos. I forget the name of the female stylist I had but she actually got my hair to look like Audrey Hepburn's from the famed Breakfast at Tiffany's shot. Not sure she'd do it again because it was a LOT of work but it looked fantastic!

Tom is the best hair cutter I have ever had, and I've had many. To me, the sign of a good cut is…read morethat it grows out still looking fantastic. ... It always looks great - even many months later.

I recently got a perm by Courtney, who didn't know what she was doing. My hair is so damaged…read more Then Jenn tried to fix it and made it worse. They don't listen to what you request and do not care if they disappoint.

I moved to CT 3 years ago and I have been searching for my stylist all this time! The search is…read moreover :) Thanks Kaitlin for taking such care with my cut--and taking some time while styling to teach me how I can do it at home! I have received so many compliments and the cut is super easy to style!

All but two of the most recent reviews refer to Sandy Hook Hair Company, which closed in 2019 (see…read morehistory description) after nearly 25 years. The owner, Bonnie Fredericks, retired and the stylists work elsewhere. Salon Newtown is part of an expanding franchise (https://www.whipsalon.com/franchise). This franchise location was bought in 2019 by a stylist known as Marcelle Tiffany. The salon is tastefully decorated, making most of the limited space. Parking is easy. Of note, the salon is acting as a trailblazer of sorts ... participating in the Local Green Salon initiative, in which chemical-contaminated metal waste from color treatments are recycled. Wondering about the name? In a Nov/Dec 2019 SalonToday.com article, the franchise founder, Amy Pai, claims it's a slang term for hair. As it's the first reference I've come across, perhaps it's a term she created to help the franchise stand out. Adding to confusion, the "slang" term is popularly used as a verb in salon promotions (e.g. #getwhipped ) , inviting speculation about the origin of inspiration. Definitely brings attention!

Diana and GiGi (sorry if I misspelled!) were able to quickly fill in for a stylist who was sick on…read moremy wedding day! The team of two were able to tackle ELEVEN heads of hair in 6 hours straight. And they did a wonderful job. I looked like I walked straight off the red carpet at the Oscars. And they were so patient and kind with both of my nieces (my flower girls). They did exactly what they asked for and more - adding sparkles and making them feel like princesses. I couldn't recommend Diana and GiGi enough. 5 stars!

I love this salon! Upon walking in I'm greeted by my stylist who offers refreshments, snacks or…read moreanything I need. My hair always turns out great. Leslie the owner has talked me out of so many bad hair ideas by explaining what happens after bleaching your hair, and the upkeep. Leslie always talks about the upkeep, abs maintenance of the style she's about to give you. Leslie has always made time to fit me in on days that work with my weird work hours! Truly a special place!

From the owner: Our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs…read moreare of the utmost importance. Our entire team is committed to meeting those needs.

The stylist told my son who is autistic and has epilepsy to scoot all the way to the back of the…read morechair. He has trouble following or understanding directions so she had to ask a few times. When he finally did understand what she was asking she looked at me rolled her eyes and said "that's why girls are smarter than boys" I was in shock. Then she said "women are smarter than men" I honestly don't think she even realized that she had just basically called my son stupid. I had always taken my kids there because it was inexpensive and close to home. I won't anymore. I'm just glad my son didn't pick up on what she was saying and get his feelings hurt because mine sure were hurt.

Are you kidding me?!! Trimmed my 6 year old girl's ends in about 3 minutes. $14. I asked, "Is…read morethat it? Can't you do do a little something more to at least give her the experience of a haircut?" She answered, "Well her hair is even now." She must've made 4 or 5 clips with her scissors. Never again! I'm disgusted.