Today I was in search of Aveda air control hair spray, not the traditional hair services. Obviously…read moreI was expecting cost between $15-20. The current cost was $40...yikes! I pushed pause on that purchase. I can't believe any hair spray should cost that much. Perhaps this is a high quality hair spray. The Ruiz representative was super nice and engaging. I was also concerned about alcohol content as it's drying to the hair. The Ruiz salon entry way is filled with shelves of products and jewelry. The salon has a sophisticated vibe.

I got my haircut at Ruiz's new Hyde Park location today with MC. I have thick, blond, straight hair…read moreand I wear it really short and that can often look choppy since it shows every cut. It can also look too masculine for my taste if not done right, but my stylist, MC is so talented. I feel chic, and the cut is very easy to style. MC has cut my hair for a couple of years and I highly recommend her.

I just want to rave about Shannon Finch (salon 22 and 23)…read more Let's start with the reason I went there ... my hair. WOW. I've been going to Shannon for months now because I've never had ANYONE cut my hair so well. And she knows my hair at this point, understands how it grows, the patterns, where my hair is thinning and where it's thickest... in other words, she knows how to cut MY hair perfectly, not just hair in general. That means I always walk out of there looking my best. But it goes so far beyond just that. Getting my hair cut with Shannon is like a little retreat. Her customer service game is STRONG. She stocks her own fridge with, topo chico, soda, and whatever other refreshments I may want. Add in the amaaaaaazing head wash and fun conversation and it's like my own spa day. If you're looking for a GREAT (not just good) stylist who will make you feel welcome and get you excited for your haircut, go see Shannon. You won't find better. Especially at that low rate!!!

Shannon is a sweetheart and makes sure you always feel comfortable and makes sure to give you…read moreexactly what it is you're wanting. She goes above and beyond to make sure the color and cut is perfect. I've received so many compliments and couldn't be happier with my new blonde look. Thank you, Shannon! I will recommend you to all of my friends.

I had a great experience as a new client at Vain. I chose to book with Olivia because I was looking…read morefor a stylist who isn't so focused on color services and prioritizes cutting technique. When I called for an appointment, the receptionist was great and even offered me a cancelation appointment for the same day. During my service I was surprised and grateful for a few small but significant details: Olivia took a lot of time with me before shampooing to discuss my lifestyle and help me choose the right cut for my hair type. I felt confident that she was using my hair as a guide and was really helping me succeed in managing it. As a not-tall person, I really appreciated the footstools at the shampoo stations. (I didn't feel like I was going to slide out of the chair!) Olivia was awesome in answering all of my questions about products and haircare, and she was meticulous with my cut and blow out. Now, a few days later, I still love how my hair turned out. Strong recommend for Vain and Olivia!

The true story of Olivia. One day I called a company I trusted which was Tony and Guy(still trust…read morethem). I got booked by a random person named Olivia. She told me she was getting a new job somewhere else. For the next cut she had given me her personal number even though Tony and Guy wasn't letting her do it she did it anyway. I met Olivia ONE time. Olivia was INTERVIEWING at a new salon and had me go to the new salon. Vain.... First of all you can look by the photos on instagram Olivia did not know how to cut a mullet she had no photos until she met me. #1- she didn't like the style I chose as a client which was definitely really layer more like a mullet and I TAUGHT HER WHERE to cut my hair. #2- She refuses to flat iron my hair because she thinks it's bad for my hair even after I requested it the entire cut- and my hair was crooked due to the fact it's wavy. So at Tony and guy she fixed the crooked but at Vain? No way she definitely did not create a good look my hair was crooked on one side. So I called the manager to get the hair fixed on one side. For some reason maybe I was too honest and nice? Not sure!! But they did not want to fix my hair. Here's how the facts go for Olivia 1- she lied to vain to get the job claiming I'm a client that's following her around even though I just met her 2- during my cut at vain Olivia said thank GOD you are helping me get my job here in this interview 3- refusal to flat iron my hair so we can make sure it's even on both sides. In fact she laughed like she's gonna do what she wants even if I flat iron my hair and it's healthy she want going to do it. 4- lack of styling knowledge sorry Olivia- and Vain- but Olivia didn't know how to dry bangs that are wavy. She did not at Tony and guy yet- she was struggling with my hair she kept them wavy and they were crooked. So she had done some research on how to do my hair by the time I came back and showed me a technique she JUST learned. I'm like her guinea pig at this point. She had no clue how to dry bangs that were curly like mine. I watched her struggle and not listen and my bangs were crooked. 5- look at her profile from before Vain well then I requested my mullet cut showing her exactly how to cut my hair FYI LOOK at my hair right now- I have cut it myself ever since Olivia. Sorry but I'm an extremely amazing artist and I can cut hair it's an art but it's not brain surgery it's actually extremely easy to cut hair. It's not hard and I cut my hair better than Olivia ever has and that's a FACT. 6- By the way- this entire time I have been TEXAS STYLE NICE and quiet just letting Olivia LIE to Vain acting like I'm a client that knew her but really she just told me she moved from Miami and needed a job. I don't know her - she did bad with my hair in 3 areas but whatever. 7- Uneven hair- so mostly my layers on both sides of the face were completely different. I'm pretty sure Tony and Guy(a better salon) would DISAPPROVE of what she did to my hair. But when I told Vain Salon I was uncomfortable with my haircut and by how uncomfortable with Olivia? They took Olivia's side who they only knew for a month for some reason. I lost sleep because I spent so many years letting people walk all over my kindness. They were rude and it was only because I told them the truth about Olivia. They all wanted me to shut up. So I did- because now Olivia who started cutting girls hairs like MINE AFTER I TAUGHT HER WHAT GIRLS IN AUSTIN WANT NOT Miami wild child long boring Florida girl hair. No I taught her Not to cut hair crooked How to cut curly bangs How to cut a mullet What girls want in Austin Flat iron is ok on hair Apparently I helped her get a job ALL OF THAT?! and mostly? I just needed my hair fixed on each side. But guess what I do it myself now you all act like layering in such a skill and the art in cutting hair but really it's in THE SERVICE. And the service from Olivia was so trashy. So I'm finally saying something because the emails I have from the owner? Were such rude responses I'm going to guess "Vain" owners that are NOT TEXAN are what's going on. I did nothing wrong but be wayyyy too nice to the owners and Olivia. Who lied to them to get a job and Olivia shut me up this long!!! She traumatized me. But I'm the artistic girl she sucked my fashion, my knowledge and my energy. Hunny your "talent" is something I can do in my sleep Olivia. Your job was to be nice and you failed at that. The end.

I rarely dye my hair, but I was feeling bored and ready for a change. I went to Wild Orchid with…read moreonly a vague idea of what I wanted, and I'm so glad I ended up with Alyssa as my stylist. She helped me choose the perfect colors, was funny and entertaining the entire time, and was great about communicating timing and pricing, something I really appreciated. Alyssa did an incredible job, the salon itself was beautiful and spotless, and I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. I'll definitely be back, and I highly recommend both the salon and Alyssa!

Meeting Holly was a gift from the universe. I walked in as a 35 years old with a head full of grays…read moreand walked out FEELING and LOOKING 30 years old with my natural hair back! I am obsessed and now will ONLY let Holly touch my hair moving forward! Thank you queen for bringing me back to life.

I got sew-in extensions from Sarah and they are the best thing that have ever happened to my…read moreappearance. Since having extensions I've noticed a drastic increase in strangers hitting on me, the execution was absolutely seamless, and I've been to other professional hair stylists since getting them (just for hair styling) and none of them were able to tell I had extensions until I explained that I did. Not only that, but I've also seen a tremendous improvement in the growth and quality of my natural hair underneath. The price was also very reasonable: $600 ish for the hair weft itself (this is basically a once a year cost) $200 for installation (every 8 weeks or so) Sarah also cut, toned, styled, and did a conditioning treatment on my hair to perfectly match the extensions. It all really made a difference so I would recommend these add ons each time !! Truly there's nowhere else that will match this amazing quality, beautiful style, and low price point.

I always love how professional and communicative Sarah is with me about my hair and goals for…read morehealthy lock as well as my intentions for color and length. She's an extension Queen ans stands true to her work. Highly recommend for any of your Lucious lock needs.

I'm so incredibly happy with my curly haircut thanks to Heather. I had in my mind what I wanted…read morebut sometimes it's hard to put into words. Heather knows what questions to ask and most definitely knows how to treat curly hair. I found the Orange Salon some years back and I've never been disappointed. I fought my curly hair for years (most definitely growing up) and now I embrace it because I was shown how to properly care for it to bring out the best curls. Thank you Heather.

Eiseo is a master. My hair was an overprocessed mess and he made it better strand by strand. He…read morechecked a week later to make sure I was happy with the result. My hair has been growing out and each phase just gets better because of the perfect cut I received. He is a master.

Got my haircut with Vina. She's it. Whether you're a guy or a girl. She's it…read more I've spent YEARS bouncing from place to place trying to find someone who actually gets my hair. Mid-long, feathered, flowy, side-parted. No buzzcuts or generic barbershop bro cuts haha. Lived in Mexico City for years and I couldn't find anyone there or here who could really nail it, except the person who cuts my hair back home. Like sure my hair looks good after a week or two of a haircut, but that feeling of getting a great haircut, agh, never. Always convicing myself like aah it's not that bad, bla bla. Then I found Vina. I actually first noticed her from outside Roar. She was finishing a cut on this guy, and my girlfriend and I were like, "Damn, that's a great haircut." I literally took a mental picture of Vina Three months later, I booked with her. And yeah... she gets it. She's an artist. My hair has been looking UFF. From the moment she was done to now a little over a week. I look good. I feel good. I'm getting compliments everywhere I go. All thanks to her. She's my hairstylist from now on. No questions asked. Looking forward to the next one, Vina - Chris

Newish to Austin and have been growing my hair out. I was in great need of a stylist who has…read moreexperience doing modern men's cuts. Vina set up an appointment with me. She totally understood my goals and offered her expertise covering everything from how best to cut for now, what to shoot for as a next hairdo, styling, and products to use. Absolute pro and I'm super happy with my cut.

I'm so grateful I found Sam at Salon Rose! She does the best…read morejob of anyone I have gone to for my curly hair. Sam is sweet, down to earth and consistent with my haircuts. Everyone I have interacted with at the salon is friendly and helpful. Thank you!

I love my hair salon! Kailah V. is the best. I found this salon on Yelp when I first moved to…read moreAustin in May. I have been visiting every 6 weeks since moving here and am really happy with all of my services. I highly recommend Kailah for fun colors. She has done pink, plum, and consistently covers my roots each time. I also got a full hair cut with long face framing layers and have been really happy with my hair. The salon itself is so comfortable. You are greeted as soon as you walk in the door and the receptionist is so nice. He is on it! I can't remember his name but he gets you quickly checked in and rebooked each time. They have complimentary coffee, drinks, snacks, etc. and comfortable chairs to wait in. The salon is spotless and all of the stylists are nice. I love going here. Easy parking lot out front and right next to Merfolk's Specialty Coffee. 10/10!