I happen to have a friend who I run into around town and her hair looked great last time I bumped…read moreinto her and when I asked who did her hair she told me George at First Impression in Little Silver, across the street from Little Silver Pharmacy, I could not place it, but have driven by the place for the last nine years without ever making note of it. I called them and made an appointment. First Impression is owned by a Husband and Wife who called me back to ask if I could stop by to meet with George so he could look at my hair before our appointment to see how long and what was wanted. I stopped by he was pleasant, but really what has always stood out for me is that he is concerned about not me, but really about my hair. He tested a strand on a machine that he has, it snapped immediately, he told me my hair was over processed, and that he could not do the color as I wanted. He told me that he would have to cut quite a bit off, and it would take a while (6-8 months) to get my hair healthy. He was honest and stood on his principals which I found interesting, this was not about money, it was about my hair and how I could look my best without further damaging the hair I have sought to change to be thicker, fuller, brighter long ago. I had some reservations, sure because why I had not heard of him before, and how come other salons were not concerned about the health of my hair?? I also, had a major event coming up ...the wedding of my step-daughter in three weeks and did I have time to change my hair so drastically. Well, I kept my appointment and although it was not perfect because we had to do this in steps, I can tell you I could not have made a better decision to get my hair healthy. I am not a bleached blonde anymore, but more a beautiful, gentle, tone of blonde with highlights, and my grey shine here and there...which I am liking too. The other part of this is that he has helped me take my hair to a place no other hairdresser could, once I left he gave me the instructions and tools to keep it going. The tools are not a $300 flat iron, $65.00 bottle of shampoo or hair product, but a $5.00 curler that comes with 3 of them and you roll them so easily I almost feel like kicking myself for being so gullible to have purchased so much hair products that sit in my closet and I could easily set up a shop because I have so many. No pins, just take the roller when hair is damp, roll it and then blow dry on low to finish drying. My hair is full of body for at least two days and I cannot thank First Impression/George for carrying these. I love my hair and it took many years for me to find George. Now a bit about Georg, he is engaging, passionate about what he does, loves to be creative, and respectful at all times. George is real. George has worked in London and Europe, taught classes on cutting and such. George owns his salon, did most the work on his salon himself and is proud of it. George and his wife are animal lovers, they care for the feral cats and the cats are on the porch sometimes when I arrive for my appointment, they have a beautiful dog and George loves that dog and dog loves George. The dog is shy and timid to the clients but watches Georges move and I have seen George in his car with his dog in the passenger seat which always makes me smile. I think that says a lot for these individuals who care deeply about how they contribute to what they believe in. The other thing you have to know about George is that he is a bit like the Soup Guy in Seinfeld show. You make an appointment, you better be on time, cancel before the day comes or if you miss it, good luck on getting a new appointment. He does not tolerate anyone who does not have consideration for him as a professional or a being and I have to say I admire that immensely about him. I fear the day I cannot get an appointment with him and for the first time in my life I feel like my hair has an advocate, a protector and someone who will do their best for me. I am fearful that as I write this review that others will make appointments with him and that he will be harder to an appointment with but I have to remember that as George shared with me the good in protecting my hair that I must do the right thing and let the area know of his talents. George has taught me that when that day comes and we part to look for the person who is going to do just that ...the best for my hair and not do what they consider vogue, hot, costly or to make their ego inflated. Thanks George!

George is a tremendous hair stylist. I am Indian in ethnicity and have thick, curly hair. He knows…read morehow to cut my hair so that it looks great straight (because I regularly straighten it). He also taught me how to create large curls with a straightening iron (though he does this better than I ever could). He is a true professional and I always leave his salon feeling beautiful. I moved into Manhattan and still come to his salon in Little Silver; I can't go to anyone else. I think that says it all!

The salon had a great vibe and was very welcoming. I was taken on time and received a great…read moremassaging hair wash and a terrific blow out. My hair is long and it came out luxuriously.

I've been in the area for a couple of years now and have finally found my new go-to salon! As a…read morenewcomer, it was a little daunting trying to find the right hairdresser, but my experience with Salon JaDor has been amazing from the very first phone call. The woman who took my appointment was so friendly and thoughtful. After hearing about my hair type, she recommended Dora, an experienced stylist who she felt would be a perfect fit. That was so appreciated, and it showed me the salon truly cares about its clients. When I met Dora, we instantly clicked. It felt like we had known each other for years, and our conversation flowed so easily. It's a rare and wonderful thing to find a hairdresser you connect with on that level. She made me feel so comfortable and we talked about anything and everything. The salon itself is beautiful--newly remodeled and much larger than my old one. I love the layout; there are spots for clients to chat, but the chairs are also spaced out enough for a sense of privacy. Dora is not only a fantastic stylist but also a great person. She listened to all my stories and even offered some great advice. She also suggested darkening my hair a bit, which has made my eyes pop. It's a great example of her expertise and creativity--my previous hairdresser, who was an expert in her own right, never even mentioned a change like that. Dora, thank you for your incredible attention to detail, your listening ear, and for being such a wonderful person. I'm so grateful to have found you! Danielle M.

Another great haircut today!!…read more Natalie is amazing with bringing my curls back to life! She's a pro and very friendly. She also cut my daughter's curly hair today and did an amazing job - her hair looks so healthy now with the long layers! Thank you Natalie! And the new place looks so good! Wishing you much success and health and blessings.

I have been going to zoom for a bit now and every visit is always a pleasant experience for me. I…read moretried many different salons in the area before and always had a stressful time and was never quite happy with how my hair came out. However, the staff at Zoom always makes my experience so relaxing and comfortable. I have Marie for my haircuts and she also does an amazing job and does exactly what I want, she is always open to giving her own inputs as well and I am always happy leaving the salon. Definitely recommend.

I had been a regular customer here for 10 years, then moved to the west coast. I was visiting and…read morewas ready for a new look. Marie fit me in, and as always, she gave me an amazing cut!! It was great catching up after all these years. I love my new hair style!!

I love going into the salon. !! Xianna is amazing. Everyone is so welcoming!!! Very comfortable…read moreatmosphere

First time there and I really enjoyed it! My stylist Anita, and she is such a sweetheart. Staff…read morewere very nice! I will def be going again!

Joe is a great barber. Always on point. Place is clean and the staff is cool as well.read more

So the service was excellent. Last minute call / walk in handled with care. My friend got a…read morecut and shave and was very happy with his new experience at this location. I can't say much about the vibe but my friend did say that is was a pleasant setting and not over the top hipster that some places are reaching to hard for. The cost was more affordable on top of the other strong points of this new spot. So I'm quite confident that he will be a regular here and exiting the other local barber. Well done boys!!!! You have a new customer.

I found this shop and it's new owner on a recent cold and quiet winter morning. Could not be more…read moreplease with the vibe, the appearance, the conversation, and (very much so) the excellent haircut. My barber of 15 years retired and I am delighted to have gotten through the mini crisis and to get the haircut I needed, and the new haircutter I needed, so seamlessly. Really looking forward to many future visits.

Billy is great. He listens and gives great advice. I couldn't be happier and I'll definitely be…read moreback.

I just love the vibe and how nice everyone is at this Salon. I go to Terry as she is fabulous with…read morecurls, color and highlights. My husband goes to the owner Christine. Many of our friends go to Heather also. It's a busy place so make an appointment. You can make appointments on line. Street parking and there is also a municipal lot behind the shop

I'm not going to name names, but someone did something that I never asked for my hair to be like…read morethis . This was months ago and I'm still upset every single time I style my hair. I still left a 30 percent tip. Oh also the silent awkwardness was weird AF. She didn't talk to me while cutting hair. Weird. Never again. ‍