I found Darlene on my quest for a hairstylist who was comfortable with curly hair…read more I had my first appointment last weekend, and it was a great experience. I felt like Darlene cared about my concerns about keeping my length since my hair grows slowly. She asked great questions to really get to understand my hair needs. She took her time to give me a versatile cut that works when I style it and/or wear it natural. She's easy to talk to and made me feel very comfortable. I highly recommend this salon!

This was an awesome experience. We talked about what I wanted. She took lots of time to explain…read moreeverything to help me make a decision about which new hairstyle would work best with my facial features. She took time with me. Much different experience than with the chain hair places. Price was very reasonable, too. The place is small and intimate. Super experience!

I found out about Jemistry Hair Studio on Facebook when I was looking for recommendations for a…read morehair stylist who could do weave sew ins. After looking at Jemistry's Instagram page and seeing her flawless work, I decided to book an appointment with her. Despite her busy schedule, Jemistry was able to squeeze me in for an appointment. My original bundles and lace closure, which I provided, did not have the same color. Thus, Jemistry accommodated me and did a color correction on my bundles so that the color would match the color of my lace closure. And these are my results of the lace closure Install! I love how my hair looks and feels, and I'm really amazed at the results. For expert coloring, last minute appointment accommodations and amazing work, book Jemistry hair studio! She will not disappoint. P.S. I also appreciate the refreshments that were offered to me during my appointment. Can't get my hair done without a good ol' snack to chomp on :-).

THE WORST SALON EXPERIENCE IVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE WITH DANA! This was my first time going to this…read moresalon and there were so many red flags I ignored. First red flag was her scheduling a video consultation yet never calling and claims she forgot about it yet she set the date and time. Next the 100 dollar deposit which I tried to just role with even though to me that's very steep. Next I come on time for my appointment and there no receptionist. I text to let her know I'm here and she comes out and says I think your my client. Like what? Wouldn't most professionals say ex Ashley? Idk small indicators was pointing towards the unprofessionalism ahead of time. I promise I came in at 11 am and was nearly having my hair bleached until a good 1 to 2 o'clock before any other work started which was highly questionable to me but could be standard but was unheard method to me but I tried to trust the "professional". And next berating me and raising her voice at me like I was her child because I didn't like her work so far after asking if my hair color would stay as bright while she was adding the color on and could easily just make the changes. Her disgusting attitude persist after I just try to ask can she wash it out and she tells me no without explanation rudely while sipping on a drink. I go to the bathroom to wash the dripping color that she failed to wipe off the cape and then came back to yell some more about getting under a dryer like I'm a kid and washing my hands for 30 seconds due to her sloppy work would ruin things. I came in for midnight blue hair and this lady gives a dark skin woman blue blue hair. It was so unflattering but it didn't matter to her to put her name on what the customer felt unflattering because it's about the money for her. Even another customer in the shop looks over who was unaware and asked is that royal blue? Exactly royal blue and midnight blue two different colors. A good stylist would reassure you through the process and work with you but she fanned the flame by saying well that's what you asked for don't blame me! Yelling, you over her giving me all this attitude! Mind you I said nothing nothing prior to her tangent but surely my face did because its my hair! Been natural for years and its not what I asked for. When I did nothing but ask a simple question. She was very rough with my natural hair the entire time roughly raking the comb from the top to bottom. Any African American knows with black hair to detangle you start from the bottom middle and THEN top to detangle with a comb. She was so very obnoxious. Very disrespectful. Tried to do something nice for myself and just role with it and trust a "professional" and ended up with the experience from Hell. By 3 pm which the blow drying process would have just started after being there for the longest I just opted out, I had enough of the disrespect and just wanted to pay her for services so far and just be on my way. In which at first she tried it and to say I would still have to pay her for all services and my response is yeah only for what you've already done. Then there was comments about me messing up the screen because it close out during payment on my way out even doing that. I swear to God I was boiling. Thank God my sister was able to help me after leaving the shop with my hair and color to level things out. This is the exact reason people are leery of supporting black businesses because that representation right there. I love my people but I'm so tired of encountering this same archetype hairstylist everywhere! Very disappointing experience.

I've been a loyal customer at this salon for over 10+ years, and I can't recommend it highly…read moreenough! Evelyn,is like family to me. Her talent and attention to detail are unmatched, and the quality of service is something you won't find anywhere else. I actually drive over an hour for my appointments, and it's always worth the trip. If you're looking for a place that makes your sew in become one with you with an welcoming atmosphere, this is it! Thank you, Evelyn, for all the years of fantastic service!

Evelyn, hands down, is the best weave and extension stylist. I cannot count the number of times…read morepeople have had to do a double take when I told them I had a weave with full closure. They all said it looked like my real hair. She guides her clients and provides suggestions on where and from whom to get the best quality hair. Not to mention, my weaves have always lasted 3 months. I havent been to another stylist and don't plan on it any time soon. FIVE STARS!

Ms Carolyn,gave me a hair treatment that made my hair feel so soft and manageable and a beautiful…read morestyle. She made me feel very comfortable and welcomed.i would recommend her services.

I have been going to Carolyn for over 20 years ! She's kept my hair healthy through all phases of…read moremy life including transitioning from relaxed hair to natural. She's affordable pleasant and dependable. I enjoy my appointment every time !

I hate my loc extensions. I already had loc'ed hair and it was a decent length. (I like locs in…read moregeneral, this isn't about me disliking the hairstyle) I got loc extensions past my shoulders on 9/9 and I am ready to cut them out on 9/24. Why? Why would I spend an exorbitant amount of money on locs only to take them out 2 weeks and 1 day later? Since they are interlocked into my real hair I am not going to try to comb them out and salvage my real hair. I'll start here 1. My hair is soft and dark brown the locs are off black and made with 4 C hair. They do not match my real hair AT ALL and the color washes me out. 2. They are stiff, itchy, not uniform size, heavy looking and ugly (think the hats in Jamaica with the locs attached to the hat). I don't know why Krystina didn't use the right color and/or at least explain that the extensions would not match my real hair color or texture. (Or explained anything, for that matter. I walked in and she got to work no "Q & A" prior to starting) 3. They are very heavy and very bulky and look very unnatural up close. 4. I tie up my hair (EVERY NIGHT) and my parts did not stay. (Perhaps inferior products) I have not done anything other than tie up my hair at night and untie it in the AM. I wish the professional (Krystina) would have analyzed my hair texture and density and advised differently based on her "healthy hair first" mantra. After all, I am not the professional! I wouldn't recommend this service. This is a money grab. I warned you all.

Krystina installed my loc extensions two years ago. I also have them maintained by her. She is the…read moreonly person who I trust to maintain them. Krystina is an amazing stylist. She actually cares about her clients and their hair. I am a firm believer in 'you get what you pay for.' Krystina never disappoints in quality of care and professionalism. By far, the best loctician in the DMV.

This establishment staffed a VERY rude and unprofessional stylist, or owner...it's for them to…read morefigure out internally and discuss amongst themselves for corrective action. I was in the parking lot waiting on my Husband at Nicks of Clinton between 1-2PM and my daughter had to use the restroom. As I became aware that many of the stores in the strip said they did not have a public restroom, I was persistent to find one as I had a 4 year old who has recently graduated from potty training who needed to go to the bathroom urgently. As I had ask two prior businesses on the same strip if they had bathrooms, which you clearly could not see or find, I came across this business with women who I thought would understand the struggle of a 4 year old little girl having to use the bathroom. Lo and behold, whoever was working in the first front booth on the left side of the establishmen thought it would be in her best interest to stop me as I am walking back out the door after she was informed that my daughter could not use their bathroom. After realizing my daughter still did not have a restroom to use, I told my daughter to come on so we could find another one. Mind you, the woman who said my daughter could not use the bathroom left her client and booth to catch me at the door. Apparently, she had to say "ma'am" twice to catch my attention as my back was facing her which indicates I was almost out of the establishment. When I turned back around, she asked me "where are you coming from". At first, I did not clearly understand what she was asking me, as I was in my way to another business to see if there was a bathroom my daughter could use. Then I thought, maybe she was going to give my daughter an exception as she is only 4. When I finally understood what she said, I told the woman I was waiting on my Husband at another business on the strip and my daughter was desperately stating she had to go to the bathroom while we were in the car. As someone who never known a hair salon to deny a child access to a bathroom regardless of if they are getting a service, I thought the woman was going to let my daughter use the bathroom because she was small. But appalling to me, she had the audacity to say "why you ain't get mad at the other business when you couldn't use their bathroom". I told her as nicely and professionally as I could have that they actually did not have bathrooms in view to use and if I was already leaving, why was she stopping me at the door as I am leaving. She also added nastily that I could go to the car wash, which was quite a walking distance in heels from the salon with a 4 year old tugging at you doing the "pee pee" dance. Now, woman to woman, whoever you are, you tested my patience as I was in front of my child and could not give you that exact energy you were looking for but you might want to check your tone towards any mother in distress asking for assistance with their child. I told my daughter to come on and was not talking to you. You made it about you so if you felt I had an attitude towards you, that's on you. But know this, if you keep that nasty attitude and negative energy, expect the same energy back and realize that everyone will not be as professional and walk away because their child is present. Once you said my daughter could not use the bathroom, that should have been the end of our conversation and not you feeling the need to leave your booth and client to keep something going from a simple question. Direct that energy to whoever had you mad today because I am not the one.

Second time coming to Raquel. I came from other Yelp reviews. Absolutely recommend this salon!…read moreClean, welcoming and knowledgeable staff. Thank you again, Raquel! I love my layers.

Title: I Walked in Like a Princess, Left Out Like a Queen!…read more Trust is something that's built over time--and when it comes to our hair, especially Black hair, that trust is everything. We are the largest consumers of hair products, and as someone who has been natural since 2014, I can tell you: finding a stylist is no easy task. Meeting a new stylist for the first time can be an amazing experience... or a total nightmare. Yesterday, I had the amazing kind. From the moment I stepped into her beautifully decorated salon, I was treated with respect and dignity. She listened to my concerns (my edges were thinning and my hair was dry), and we scheduled exactly what I needed. When she came outside to greet me, I instantly felt my anxiety melt away. And yes--they say how a stylist wears her own hair is a sign of the service you'll get. Well, hers was flawless. She's professional, knowledgeable, and knows exactly what she's doing. She gave me hair care tips, a gorgeous cut and color, and an energy that's contagious. Let's just say--when I left, I wanted to do a backflip (but I value my hair and my back too much to try it). My TWA is together. I now have a stylist I can trust, and that means everything. If you want someone who listens, cares, and will make you feel like royalty, go see her. You'll walk in like a princess and leave out like a queen. I promise you--your hair, your confidence, and your spirit will thank you. #TWA #Platinum #NewStylistWhoSlays

Beautiful Salon, kind and caring stylist and great customer service. Miss Tonya takes the time to…read moreget to know her clients. Her attention to detail is top tier and she is a true boss lady with her scissors. I love most that she focuses on fixing damaged hair and promotes healthy hair care practices.

Expert shop. We love LaBella's. Receptionist very helpful. Our stylist, Lauren, is our hair…read moretechnician. She has wonderful personality, very supportive and helpful.

I'm not sure where anyone is getting their bad reviews on this place from. I brought my daughter in…read moreto get her hair cut and Lauren worked with her and in a very professional way explained to her why cutting her hair very short would not be a good idea. We were treated as customers should be treated and the sitting area alone is nicer than any other hair studio in the area. Professional and friendly is the only way i can even imagine describing this place and would recommend it to anyone.