I moved to Atlanta last year, and finding a new stylist and salon is always one of my biggest…read moreanxieties when it comes to moving. I've had the unfortunate experience of hair nightmares when I first moved to other cities. Somehow, the trend always seems to be that the second salon I try ends up being the perfect one for me...and Atlanta has been no exception to this. I first tried another salon nearby, which left me totally unhappy. They charged me a TON of money for serious roots and the tiniest of trims...which altogether took well over 3 hours even though my hair is barely past my ears?! Yikes. Anyhow, you get the point. I would have to return to hunting for another salon. In a fit of desperation, I did try a box dye to fix my roots but...it did not end well. I called around town, but stylists were either full up for the weekend or unwilling to book me until they scheduled a separate color-correction consult session. I then came across Urban Evolution, and it seemed to fit the bill: a local salon, all the cut-color-smoothing services that I like to use, reasonable pricing, quality products, and a range of stylists to pick from. Best of all: I was able to snag an appointment the next day with Erin! I later discovered that she was the salon owner. She did an amazing job! I never felt judged, rushed, or not listened to. She asked a lot of excellent questions, taking the time to really understand my hair and styling preferences. She was very easy to talk to throughout the appointment. I left feeling like myself again (only with better hair)! I can breathe a sigh relief knowing that I've found "my" salon here in Atlanta. I highly recommend Urban Evolution to anyone, and also definitely recommend Erin! I'm a very happy client. To close out my review, here are some of the pros and cons of Urban Evolution... PROS: They have online booking, which was a huge plus for me as I work a very busy job and don't always have time to call during business hours. I also like that their website has a "match" quiz to help our you with a stylist, which I've never seen before but very much appreciated. A very cool feature! The salon itself is beautiful, and the staff are professional and super friendly. I can tell that everyone goes the extra mile to make clients as comfortable and cared for as possible. They always offer me a beverage, for example. At my last visit, I was bemoaning how I could never figure out how to style my hair wavy. Not only did Erin show me, but she had another staff member film her doing it on a few sections of my hair, all the while explaining each step, and then texted me the video so I can use it to guide me at home. They use and sell quality products. They have Oribe and Davines, both of which are fantastic lines. I've started using Oribe Silverati shampoo/conditioner at Erin's suggestion and I'm now obsessed - it's really helped to improve the health of my hair (I do a lot of coloring and heat styling). The salon schedule allows for evening and weekend appointments, which is very helpful for folks who may work busy jobs and not be able to come in during traditional 9-5 weekday hours. The salon is situated on a street with a lot of yummy restaurants and cafes, so you could always come meet a friend before or after for brunch, lunch, or cocktails! I've tried several at the recommendation of Erin and other salon staff, and all have been excellent. I love supporting local business, so I see this as a "pro." CONS: I'd you've read this far and you're still not convinced, I guess I could say that the only potential "con" is maybe the parking. They have street parking, or for a few bucks you can use the parking lot for the woodworking shop across the street. But even then, to me this is a pretty weak "con" because I've never had any trouble finding a spot (I've literally parked right in front of the salon the last several times that I've been there). Go try Urban Evolution...like me, you won't regret it!

I would not recommend seeing Day…read more She messed my hair up even after I showed her a picture of a previous haircut that I liked. She cut way too much off the top and the fade quality was sub par at best. When I got home I noticed the hair up top was all different lengths too which is definitely not what I wanted. Now I need to wait for it to grow back in before seeing someone who knows what they're doing. Do yourself a favor and go somewhere else.

I have been a customer of this salon for approx 3 years and all I can say is I absolutely LOVE this…read moreplace. I will never forget my first experience here. Belinda Baker sat me down and did a questionnaire with me about what I liked and didn't like about my hair. This was the first real consultation I ever had, and in that meeting I learned so much about MY hair...like what other salon talks to clients about hair porosity?!? Not only is Belinda educated, but all of the stylists are very well informed in all things hair and make it a priority to teach clients as well. The shop is so cute, no one is a stranger EVER. While you're steaming under the hydrator, feel free to indulge in some (adult) beverages and chat with the other clients in the salon. I'm so in love with Salon BKB that I refer ALL of my friends and family here and they all love it too! Every time I get out of the chair, all of the stylists know that it's time for me to have a photo-shoot! As long as I live in Atlanta, Salon BKB will be my salon of choice. Every time I get my hair done, everyone asks about my hair "Your color is so pretty, who did it?" And I proudly say, "Salon BKB!".

I was a client of BKB Salon for approximately 5 years. I loved how Belinda colored & highlighted my…read morehair while maintaining the integrity of my hair. However, during my last visit, I received color/ highlights that left my hair frail, brittle & damaged. Not only was I disappointed in the damage that resulted from being over processed but I was charged much more than I was accustomed to paying and the amount I was quoted. I was prepared to pay $205, however I was charged $382! Talk about being shocked. And she stated she had given me a 25% discount. I was in such shock I wish I'd disputed the charges. Unfortunately, I'll have to find a new colorist because my hair and bank account cannot afford Salon BKB.

Easy to book either online or on the phone. Convenient parking lot on highland. Just wanted a trim…read moreto even out my hair between visits to my regular stylist. Salon is super clean, boho vibes. My stylist did a great job, would definitely return for other services in the future

I'm fairly new to ATL...and I have very frizzy, dry, thick, naturally curly hair! I went to the…read moresame stylist for 15+ years and was literally traveling back home so my old hairstylist could do my hair...well I decided to give ATL a try, after not being able to find time to travel back home and my hair looking like a hot mess! I found Adore online and Lindsey was the only stylist that had openings for the services I was used to getting, so I went to her...I am so happy I did, my hair has never been this healthy feelng and manageable and STRAIGHT without frizz! i will definitely be coming back! Love u Lindsey, you saved me!

Libby did a lovely job on my hair that hadn't been cut in way too long! I have long, curly hair and…read moreshe suggested a gloss in addition to the Olaplex treatment I had scheduled. She took her time getting rid of all of my split ends and the result was perfect, soft hair (even my grays)! I hope to be back in town next time I am due for a cut. The entire salon has a really welcoming and friendly atmosphere. I would recommend it to anyone.

I am in love with this salon and what they did with the space. Beautiful. I followed co-owner…read moreMonique from Salon Red to her new salon and came in for a long overdue hair treatment. Monique color treated my hair and Rachel cut- super happy with everything. They use and carry the Amika line of hair care and I purchased the holiday kit specifically for the hair brush straightener for my daughter. From the custom cup of coffee upon arrival, to the personalized treatment throughout my appointment, everything was perfect. *Stairs to the salon are from the parking lot on the side of the building. Located on the second level. I am directionally challenged and it took me a second to figure it out.

I walked in without an appointment and was lucky to get immediate service! The salon is big, clean…read moreand those repurposed church pews are awesome. So I walk in and they check your temperature. I see them wiping down and cleaning spaces and everyone had on masks. The hair wash was great! Jermaine has magic hands! I would come here just for the the wash!! Keisha was my stylist and she specializes in natural hair. She was super nice and friendly and did a great job!!!

The salon and beautician were very nice. I received what I asked for with a…read moreadditional cost. I don't understand the whole a la cart hair services thing. If I get a shampoo I should receive a standard conditioner at no extra cost but hey.... I couldn't give 5 stars because even though there weren't a lot of folks in the shop it took a while between washing and blowing and then a good wait to be styled. Other than that I was basically satisfied with the outcome. It was alright.

Absolutely loved the haircut and experience of the service. They use R+Co products which leaves the…read morehair hydrated and nourished. The hair stylists are experienced and offer great consultation tailored to what your hair needs. The salon is neat and feels like a loft. They offer a lot of different services, and also sell a wide variety of hair care products. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a good hair day! Kudos to staff and management

My friend came to visit me in town and found this place on Google because she saw great reviews…read more She has been doing her hair in a honey balayage style for awhile now. Not only did VIvian turn her into a carrot top, but when she wanted to try to get it fixed, her and her coworker said they didn't want anything to do with hair. AND gaslit her saying that she showed her different photos (photos my friend showed attached). My friend kept begging asking if there's anything they can do to redo the balayage or fix it, and they were extremely rude and mean and refused to answer my friend's questions, but just saying they were done here. My friend went into the bathroom to go cry. Talk about not only messing up, making my friend cry, and not taking ANY accountability. We will NEVER be coming back here nor will I ever recommend it to anyone. You know hair can make SUCH a big difference on someone, and I am just baffled that they not only didn't take any accountability but also didn't CARE about how they messed up to try and fix what they did wrong. Unbelievable.

I called and got booked for a last minute appointment they had last week, and was in the chair in…read more15 minutes. I've been getting compliments ever since. The front desk lady was very friendly and Carl my stylist did a fantastic job. He was very personable and social - I feel like I've finally found my new routine hair salon! It was $75 for a haircut because I have a lotttt of wavy/curly hair, but this was still reasonable for Atlanta prices I felt. The studio is very cute and clean. 10/10

Literally the best haircut of my life! Great experience and welcoming ambiance! It was also very…read morerelaxing and fast despite hoe much hair I have. I will 1000% be coming back!!

I recently booked an appointment with Mimi and was impressed by how welcoming her salon felt the…read moremoment I walked in. She offered me a drink and listened patiently as I described the style I wanted. Her initial snip-and-check approach suggested she knew exactly what she was doing. By the time she finished, though, the layers looked a bit more jagged than blended, giving what I'd asked for a slightly unintentional edge. The toner she used was lovely at first glance, but it seemed to mellow out unevenly after just a couple of washes--roots a touch too warm, ends a touch too cool. I appreciated her willingness to chat through tweaks at the sink, yet the final shape didn't hold its form as long as I'd hoped. Mimi's kindness and tidy space certainly make for a pleasant visit. If you're someone who doesn't mind rebooking a tweak or two to dial in exactly what you had in mind, she might be the right fit. Otherwise, you may want to bring very detailed photos--and perhaps an extra hour to refine things afterward.

I've been meaning to write this review for so long, and I finally made a Yelp account just to do…read moreit. Mimi is the best! She gave me an American Wave perm a year ago, and it still looks amazing now. I have naturally straight hair, and I was looking for some extra texture and volume. I had never colored or permed my hair before, so I was nervous about the result, but it exceeded all of my expectations. I have had perfect beach waves for months, and I can just wash and air dry my hair without worrying about styling it every day. I live in NYC now, but I'm waiting to visit Shear Love to get my hair done again. I'm including a current photo so you can see the difference between my natural hair and the waves. I still can't believe it's lasted this long!