ManeAlchemist

What a relief! After a long search and many reviews, I came…read moreacross Cheeky Strut salon. I've had some terrible experiences with hair stylists and was unsure who to trust. I met with Darby and she is amazing. Down to earth, a great listener and has had bad experiences herself so she was able to sympathize with my concerns. My appointment went smooth, she asked questions and explained what she was going to do. The salon is inviting, clean and full of stylish merchandise. Visit this salon & book with Darby! Happy travels!

I'm really disappointed with my experience here. I paid $25 for a consultation with Paige to…read moreexplain that my hair is very thin and needs to be handled gently. The first time I went, I did one streak of highlight called a flash highlight (over 200$) to test the waters and it turned out great, so I came back expecting the same quality. This time was completely different. Paige double-booked another client and had her assistant handle most of my appointment. The assistant was extremely rough while washing my hair even after I repeatedly asked her to be gentle. She seemed annoyed that I said something and actually handed me the brush and said "do you want to brush it?" I shouldn't have to explain the same thing twice to her assistant when I already paid for a consultation to make sure this wouldn't happen. Paige barely checked in, didn't review my foils before they were rinsed, and my hair came out yellow and orange instead of the cool blonde I asked for. I didn't even get to choose the toner or discuss the results before being told by the assistant to pay. I also asked for thicker highlights and ended up with baby lights that looked uneven in tone. I walked out in tears and paid $265 for results that look like I used a bottle of Sun-In at home. I'm beyond frustrated and will not be going back. Letting an inexperienced assistant take over while charging full price is completely unacceptable.

By katie stockdale

Highlights by katie stockdale

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Tape in extensions + full highlight

Blend Salon & Suites

5.0(1 review)

2.4 km

Emily is very educated and always gives me the desired look that I am going for…read more I get compliments on my hair everyday! The salon is clean, inviting, and spacious. It has a boho, luxurious feel. Parking is super close and easy as well!

From the owner: Elevate Your Look with Seamless Hair Extensions at Blend located in Downtown GR. Experience the…read moreperfect blend of luxury and convenience, where high-maintenance styling meets effortless day-to-day elegance. Let us craft your signature style, leaving you feeling confident and put together. Whether you're seeking voluminous locks, length that turns heads, or simply a subtle enhancement, we are here to make your hair dreams a reality. Experience the difference, where every visit promises a thorough consultation, relaxing experience, and product knowledge so you can leave confident and ready to take on the world!

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Holly Hair & Extensions

5.0(3 reviews)

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Holly has been our family stylist for many years. She is extremely talented in her work and an…read moreamazing person. From extensions, color, highlights and styling - it is comforting to know we are in the best hands (her magic hands). We can sit back, relax, enjoy and trust Holly always!

Holly is by far the best stylist I've been to. Her color, cuts and hair extensions are THE BEST -…read moreNo one comes close! She's the only person I'll let touch my hair. I get so many compliments! My favorite part is getting the scalp massage while being shampoo/rinsed- heavenly! Among her talent as a stylist, she's just a quality human being. Love her!

Extra long full set and full dimensional blonding service.

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Volume set and vivid color service.

Echo Salon - Grand Rapids

4.4(71 reviews)

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I love Echo Salon! The Team is welcoming, professional and talented…read more Melissa takes the time to listen and make helpful suggestions based on my hair type and lifestyle. She always will make an adjustment if needed. I highly recommend this Salon for anyone looking for high quality service and a wonderful overall experience.

I had my hair cut by Mandy and asked for a long bob, she gave me what I wanted! She was very open…read moreto discussing my options and helped me figure out the best way to fix my hair after it had been chopped the week before, which definitely wasn't an easy task. Even though she's still in training, she's incredibly talented and did a great job. The salon is also clean, welcoming, and feels very safe. I'd definitely recommend!

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Extensions by Mel

An Rua Salon

5.0(7 reviews)

2.2 km

Figured I'd add a guy's perspective to the reviews... Cheyanne here cuts my hair, has for over two…read moreyears now. Super attentive and friendly. She offers lots of salon touches--e.g., hot towel, shampoo, clean up the back of your neck with a straight razor--all at affordable prices. I'm pretty low maintenance--I don't get color or any of the other pampering--but I've usually liked my haircuts. I also appreciate Cheyanne telling me what she thinks looks good. Now that I'm getting gray hairs (!) I'm finding out my hair doesn't behave like it used to (ugh). Cheyanne does a great job of handling my rogue coiffure. If you're in the hunt for a great guy's haircut, give An Rua a try! Easy parking in the adjoining public ramp.

This tucked away salon in the Water's building may be small in size but makes up for it with their…read moreincredible staff! I recently moved to Grand Rapids from the East Coast and frankly, I was terrified of someone messing up my hair. I found An Rua through an uber driver and quickly made an appointment online. I love this option for those days that you just really don't want to talk to anyone. I made my appointment with Brittany because her Instagram sold me on her talent before I even met her. She turned my yucky washed out grey brown hair into a white bombshell. I feel so confident because I know I look great. This salon is amazing! Cheyenne, Kyleen and Brittany are hair wizards and trust me, you will have a blast while you are there.

Smudged root + balayage by Kyleen

Custom color by Brittany

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Smudged root + balayage by Kyleen

Jeffrey Richard Salon

4.6(89 reviews)

4.1 km

While the space is too noisy to be truly relaxing, everything else is. James is an artist in every…read moreaspect, from color to cut to massage, and style. I haven't been spending this much for a while, but...it's worth it. Ask for James, he is awesome.

Very efficient booking & payment process. The quality of services differs between stylists do pay…read moreattention to their levels. Always a pleasant experience!

Jeffrey Richard Salon is an Aveda Concept Salon. We only use and carry Aveda products (color line, hair, skin and body care).

Blue babe

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Our flower boxes are loving the weather this summer.

Salon Citrene

4.6(18 reviews)

3.8 km

Hannah S is talented and always makes my hair look like a dream. The salon is beautiful, clean, and…read moreaccommodating. I love that they also have their own parking in an area where that's unique!

!!!WARNING TO ALL NEW STYLISTS!!! If you are just coming…read moreout of school and freshly licensed looking for a job, do not go to this salon hoping to find what you're looking for. I wasted almost 6 months waiting around for a "training program" that never happened! It was pushed backed once and I accepted it and was willing to wait for the next opportunity.( I worked there as front desk in place of working as a stylist , which that is a whole other issue I could go on and on about) Mind you, only getting paid $15/ hour for the work they had me doing, picking up after their stylists and doing everything for them but the hair. I found out I was pregnant, let them know as soon as I felt comfortable, around a month from when I found out, and from that moment I knew my chances of still being considered for the training were low. They initially told me I could go through with the training or push it to the following year after my maternity leave. The owner and manager took that option from me and told me I could start next year or be an assistant for the holidays. Mind you I am fully capable of working in this field, regardless of being pregnant. AND STILL NONE OF THAT HAPPENED! I worked my last shift on a Friday, my next shift was a Wednesday and the manager cowardly called me the morning of and fired me, with no warning. Coincidentally I was fired after the manager went on her almost 3 week vacation, while I worked all of her hours. ALSO THE SAME WEEK I WAS FIRED THE GIRL I WAS SUPPOSED TO TRAIN WITH ORIGINALLY STARTED THAT WEEK.How coincidental is that!!! The "well" timed termination and unjust reasonings behind their firing me. Says all it needs to! Claiming I "didn't take the trash out one night" and " I was leaving early" Even though all my timestamps show me leaving after all stylist were finished. I performed everything to the best of my ability and made normal human mistake throughout the way. All of this to say... all new stylist( or even interested already working stylists) the favoritism here is real, with stylists and other front desk receptionists, and the professionalism and communication are non-existent. Almost all of the stylist are lovely and great people on a personal level, but this is not a place you want to start your career at. Yes, my pregnancy played a part into why they treated me the way they did, but regardless, the way this business is ran is horrible and their sanitation practices are also questionable from my knowledge of safe practices. If you do decide to work here, GET EVERYTHING WRITTEN ON PAPER AND SIGNED BY BOTH PARTIES!! and do not be as naive as I was. I wasted too much time on this place and I don't want that to be you!

Reception

Back of hair. I did a full highlight and cut!

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Hair washing stations

Radiant Creations

3.0(2 reviews)

4.1 km

I enjoy getting pampered with Rachel! I always leave feeling refreshed and looking beautiful! She…read morehas a flexible schedule and is a great communicator! I've even put her up to a few challenges and she executed flawlessly!

I would give no stars if it was an option. Very unprofessional. Second time ever getting dip…read moremanicure done...first time with Rachel. Nails look terrible and are painful!! Inconsistent color and thickness. Jagged edges and 5 different fingers have painful nail beds. Something is clearly wrong - don't know enough about this type of manicure to say exactly what happened. I asked her to remove them within 24 hrs of them being done. No response. As it was she did them twice during my appt and seemed to struggle then blamed it on the sheer pink color I selected. I think maybe she drilled nail beds down to far...which would acct for pain. Now I have to pay someone else to remove and who knows what I will be left with. This is not ok! I use my hands for work and it is my livelihood here. Not just a bad manicure. Any person who says they are a professional but ignores a situation like this - is not someone to trust. Disappointed Rachel...to say the least.

Blonde face framing

Silk press

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Black and red balayage

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Beth F.

12 years ago

I went to Monique after a decade of using a flat iron on a daily basis, and about 12 years of chemical straighteners. My hair was brassy, lifeless, and would not hold color. I had an idea of the look I wanted but honestly had little hope. Then, I went to Monique. She completely transformed my hair into exactly what I had wished for and put life back into my hopeless locks! I feel like a million bucks! She knows what she is doing, she listens to your ideas and concerns, is friendly and bubbly and sweet. I would definitely recommend going to Monique Casiday! read more

Elizabeth M.

10 years ago

Great and clean space....very excluded all the attention on you...monique very outgoing makes me feel like im at home...been going there for about maybe almost a year wouldnt change for no one else...takes care of me and my hair...wouldnt change her for no one else....thank you Monique read more

Dawna S.

12 years ago

Excellent at taking a bland hair dye home job to a fabulous highlighted color that looks amazing. The layer cut added body and style that have received many compliments She is top of her game and very friendly bubble and I recommened her to all read more

Apes C.

12 years ago

Monique is THE BEST. She does great work, is very professional, knowledgeable about her craft and an awesome/friendly personality. She has cut my hair and done my make up in the past and I have never looked better than when she has done my hair! read more

Trisha B.

8 months ago

Talented hair stylist! Amazing at colors! Great suggestions and helping you get the look you want. She is easy to schedule with and always pleasant. read more

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