Two stars -- one for each of the women who treated me with genuine kindness and professionalism. The shampoo attendant was warm and did a beautiful job. The stylist who stepped in gave me a lovely cut and handled a difficult situation with grace. The owner, however, walked out on my appointment after I gave a simple, polite correction about my part -- something she had asked me to show her. No explanation. No apology. She left me sitting alone, wet, for an hour on what I had told her was my first time out in a long time while navigating some personal circumstances. The cut is fine. The experience was not. I only write reviews when they're earned -- in either direction. This one was earned. read more

Alex is the top of her craft. I know with her my hair health is considered first. Her attention to detail with giving a true assessment of color for a balayage and her keratin and Brazilian blows are the best. read more

Alex did an amazing job on my blonde! It's bright and healthy and perfect for the summer!

Alex is absolutely fantastic. She is on top of the latest trends and hair styles. She knows exactly what I like and she always has great advice how to enhance my features and make me feel beautiful. read more

Alex is the best colorist! I tell everyone to go to her! You should too... . read more

Alex's incredible skill with Brazilian blowouts has completely transformed my hair and my confidence. I came to salon milage desperate for a solution and now I love my hair. Alex is always focused and attentive during the 2-hour treatment process, checking if I'm comfortable or if I need anything. The salon itself is calm, clean, lots of natural sunlight and stocked with good magazines. I always look forward to going there and having the opportunity to relax. Booking appointments is super easy, and the salon sends reminders via text. I've been going to Alex for about 3 years. Highly recommend!!! Thank you, Alex. read more

Went in for a chop and got exactly what I asked for. Warm and inviting and really kind women. Loved it!

I am incredibly sad and disappointed in my hair cut that I received from Danielle - all my length is gone! It's back to my length from 5 years ago! Frankly I've spent the whole day in discouraged tears. I got to my appointment on time and was asked to wait in the chair. Danielle came out roughly five minutes after that fact and was immediately very kind and asked me about what I wanted and my hair routine. I said that I am trying to find a new stylist, and I just wanted a small trim to get the broken ends off. She assured me she wasn't a chopper - this was not the case. The wash was first and was excellent, she massaged my scalp very nicely. Then after she brushed out my hair she recommended about 1-2 inches off and showed it to me wet, which looked okay. She assured me since she was pulling from the back it wouldn't actually be as short as it looked. After cutting that length off she checked in again with me and said that she felt it needed another inch to get all the dead ends off, and again showed it to me wet. Looking back on it, her saying it would be longer than she showed me should've been a red flag - since my hair is wavy and it is always shorter dry and wavy than wet and straight. I agreed to her recommendation though (as I have always trusted my stylist in the past) and so I expected total to have my hair be about 3 inches shorter. It is roughly now 6 inches shorter. My hair was previously well past my boobs and now it is barely at my arm pits. I am so upset and disappointed. I thought with the check ins and her reassurances it wouldn't be so short but it is and I am in despair. It is going to take me a significant amount of time to grow this back, considering the last time I had this length was 5 years ago. I hate upsetting people so I didn't say anything about how upset I was right after the appointment, as I was frankly still in shock. She did a nice job on the technical steps and checking in and was nice - she just took off wayyyyyy wayyy more hair than I wanted or asked for - and I specifically said I wanted to keep it long. I have no idea what I'm going to do now.. read more

Maria is an amazing hairstylist and she knows exactly what you're looking for. A very friendly and approachable staff read more

Salon Milage - All the staff there are very friendly and approachable and help you make the right decisions and choices. - Hair Stylists Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Lourdes was fantastic! She was very attentive to my requests and took her time with my hair - taking special care to ensure she wasn't cutting too much and asking me my thoughts along the way. The price was quite cheaper than comparable high end salons ($65 for a wash and cut here) vs ($100-$120 for a cut, wash, and dry elsewhere). I'll definitely be back! read more

Alex is the hair color whisperer! She really understands her craft and she added much needed dimension to my brunette hair. So glad I found her after my go-to neighborhood salon closed. Salon Milage is a hidden gem in Davis Square. read more

Amanda was so helpful and did a great job on my hair. She made the whole experience better. It wasn't just another boring haircut! read more

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I've been coming here as my default for anything to do with my hair. I love cutting it short and getting it colored, but my scalp is sensitive and my hair is difficult to lift, so I've had plenty of botched or painful jobs. I have never had a problem when I come to Salon Milage; they periodically check in to make sure my scalp isn't burning, and they're able to significantly lift my hair in one sitting with minimal damage. Even though I have a lot of hair, they work quickly and consistently produce stellar results. The staff are also all so warm friendly, and it's always a pleasure chatting with them. 8 move and change cities pretty frequently, but any time I'm in the Boston area, I make sure to come here and never anywhere else. read more

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I am new to the Cambridge area and was in search of a place that could do blonde highlights well. Lynda. Is. Magic! She not only did perfect full foil highlights but also put a great toner on my hair. This salon uses my favorite products. The redkin shades eq is my favorite line for toners. She also cut my hair to perfection and even styled it for a gala event I had that night. If you are looking for someone to entrust with Brazilian blowouts, highlights or bayalage, this is the place. 100% will be a repeat customer. Thanks so much! read more

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Really, the most awful experience ever. I had to cancel, which I notified them of and they charged me a full price of $260 I understand a cancellation fee but $260 and in the middle of a snow storm?! read more

Alex - Then you should have explained all this *before* you proceeded with the first basic haircut appointment, and took my money. I would not have accepted a haircut from you all if I knew you were going to cancel the follow up appointment. You went so far as to confirm this appointment with text and email, and only cancelled two days beforehand - and I had a time crunch, as this was for my wedding! The stylist at the other salon who eventually took care of the extensions for me did an excellent job (Salon Femia, just down the street), communication was seamless and easy, and I've had this same service performed several times elsewhere over the past two years - several stylists have told me it is not an unusual service to have extensions blended into hair, as you had implied. It was a very unprofessional experience. I am knocking my review down to one star as opposed to two, as I had been hoping for a genuine explanation rather than a denial of what happened. Salon Femia down the street did amazing work and the process was seamless, and I can't recommend them in contrast enough. read more

I rarely write reviews but am so compelled after my inca glow treatment with Alex. She absolutely nailed it. This is the treatment I've been searching for as someone with unruly, frizzy hair. She asked what I was hoping for and made me feel so comfortable that she would get my hair exactly how I wanted it. I couldn't be happier. read more

Alex is the best and always makes my hair beautiful and healthy! She is truly an expert with my hair in making me a bright blonde while blending my darker color and gray/white hair for amazing dimension. read more

Salon Milage - She does an incredible job blending my blonde, white/grays, and darker colors! In this pic, she did a partial and blow out! - Hair Stylists Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

Alex is amazing ! She's an expert at her craft! She was honest with my expectations and answered all my hair related questions honestly! She did my first balayage, and it turned out amazing ! Alex explained every step and discussed every product she was using on me! I have never felt more comfortable with anyone ! I am so HAPPY I found her!! read more

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After almost a decade of searching for the perfect-for-me stylist, I can stop looking now that I've found Alex at Salon Milage! I only needed to spend about 30 seconds awkwardly trying to explain the hair cut that I was dreaming of and Alex knew right away what I was trying to describe not only because she interpreted my words correctly but she also assessed the best style and cut for my hair by examining it. We both agreed that a bob is a great cut for my hair texture and it frames my face nicely. I've had many bob cuts and I know they are difficult to do (ask me how many times I've been a hair model!), but Alex executed the cut with an experienced hand and added her own personal touches as well. I have very fine hair and don't love to use a lot of product and Alex gave me the confidence that the cut and style she was going to do would not only lift my hair and give me the extra body my hair needs, but that it would be a style that would continue to impress as it grows out. 1 week later I'm still loving my hair and am so grateful to have found Alex! She is a professional and so friendly as well. I enjoyed chatting with her during my appointment and am looking forward to my next haircut! read more

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Amanda was great about helping me get an appointment and was excellent about keeping up communication! I got a cut and balayage from Alex and it turned out AMAZING! I went too long since getting my last color and Alex was able to work a miracle. I can't recommend this place more. read more

Finally got an appointment and came here for haircut. Alex is awesome, I was gonna do the keratin treatment because I saw yelps pictures those look so smoothly and beautiful. But at the time when I consulted with Alex, she recommended me to do the Brazilian Blowout instead of keratin treatment cause I've already have a straight hair. So I immediately booked an appointment next time after my haircut done. For the haircut, i was super nervous cause I had bad experience when I got the haircut in Boston. But Alex was really patient and professional, she really knows what customers want, and try to reach their expectations. She she's really careful when she was doing haircut, although I didn't cut too much but I still really satisfied what she had done for my hair. Can't wait to do the Brazilian blowout next time!!! read more

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I followed my hair artist to this salon. Her name is Nicolette. She is far the best stylist . I have ever gone to. I hav very fine hair and I put my trust in her for a new hair style and she did such an awesome job. If you are nervous to get a new style or even cut , Please don't hesitate to give her a try !! Susan M Gonsalves read more

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I had a really great first experience with Salon Milage. Good quality balyage. However, on my second appointment I have had issues. I am a mother of a young son who works full time, so my schedule is quite busy. First, I had to reschedule because of a snowstorm prevented me from getting there. It was on a day most schools in Massachusetts, including Boston and Medford where I live, were closed. On a second day, I called in advance of the 24 hours cancellation policy because my son has been sick and I did not think I would be able to get to the salon. I was basically told that because I canceled twice under these circumstances my business was not wanted. I felt horrible about the second time, but taking care of my family is highest priority. read more

Alex was so helpful and professional. She made me feel more confident about my hair solution. I'm so grateful.

Amanda was great and gave a fabulous haircut. She was very helpful and offered me lots of hair tips! She was great at answering my questions too. Will definitely be going back. read more

Maria was very nice and listened to the issues I was having with my long curly hair, the layers were at all different lengths and I was losing so much hair every time I combed it out after a shower. She didn't make me feel insecure or embarrassed about another problem I was having with my hair, I was also nervous about having someone look at my hair because my last experience was bad. So when she didn't just chop off like 4 inches right away, I knew she was great, she went very slow and explained to me to what she was doing along the way. I'm vey happy with how my hair looks but more importantly how it feels because I haven't had a professional haircut in YEARS and my hair feels so soft and light but still has the curls that I love and they all look so much more blended now. I love it and definitely will be coming back for a trim when I need to. read more

I have had very pleasant experiences here. Maria is a really careful, thoughtful with the scissors, and she really listens to what you want. I LOVED the haircuts she has given me - and she is willing to use a light touch and keep it simple when that's what I want. I also have had superbly executed brazilian blowouts with Alex. I am a nervous visitor to the hairstylist (after a terrible haircut years ago that left me scarred LOL!) and i feel they listen and execute beautifully on what you ask for. THanks Alex and Maria! read more

Got an amazing haircut from Amanda! I have wavy hair and have trouble styling it, and in addition to giving me a haircut Amanda also gave me some great styling tips :) read more

Amanda was great! Such a sweetheart and I loved my haircut. It's so hard to find a reasonably priced salon in the Boston area!!

I can't explain how grateful I am to have found such an amazingly knowledgeable and talented hair dresser in Alex! She explains everything she is doing, educates you in what to expect and the process she performs. Her passion and skill is apparent from the moment you meet her. She is a sweetheart and a true professional. I will not be trusting anyone else with my hair! read more

Excellent quality work, service and value. Highly recommend Maria for short cuts and Alex for coloring solutions

For a men's haircut they are basically the same price as Supercuts but they are honest, friendly, and actually care about customer satisfaction instead of following the corporate model of getting you in and out as quickly as possible. They are not some cutting-edge or frou-frou boutique, nor do they pretend to be. Alex the main stylist is very pleasant and down to earth, with none of the stuck up attitude that one might expect from such a drop-dead gorgeous woman (sorry guys, she's happily married) especially in this business. Have been there twice and will keep coming back. UPDATE, 9/02/16: They now use the Booker app, which allows you to go to their website and book appointments and services online with up to the minute accuracy...it's like looking at their appointment book in real time, to see who's available on what day and at what time! Really the icing on the cake, love it! read more

Love this place! I've tried many places in Teele and Davis square and this one is the best and most affordable! Nice atmosphere and great piece!! Monique is awesome! read more

Amanda brought my black hair to this beautiful dimensional bronze color in one session and my hair is still so soft and shiny! it came out perfect and she was so friendly. I already booked to come back read more

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I loved having long hair but I went through a bad breakup and end up cutting 15inches of and donated it to Children's hospital. I was looking for extensions something semi permanent and salon Milage had just that. Most people know it as the keratin extension, I wanted something like this since I have straight, fine Asian hair. My hair was shoulder length but I wanted long beautiful hair for a couple events that I was invited to. Alex the business owner was so friendly and super! She was fully booked but she took her day off to see me and made sure I look fabulous! She took her time and was very patient with putting the extensions individually in! The process took about 3-4hours but I had 7packs of hair to put it. I love Alex I love my hair! I really can't express how much I appreciate her for seeing me on her day off to make sure I look gorgeous! Definitely a forever client! read more

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I have been coming to Alex for about 6 years now ! I went to her for the 1st time and decided to do my hair red.. Loved the result but I guess I had an allergic reaction to something, so I decided to go somewhere else in Chelsea to do it some other color ... WORST DICISION .. was left with rainbow colored hair.. so I went back to Alex and I told her what happened !! After a longgggg process we were able to get my hair blonde and ever since then I haven't looked back or gone to someone else !!! She is amazing and she knows what she's doing. She is very professional and always on point !!! BTW She just did a Brazilian Blowout on me and it came out beautiful !!!! Highly recommended!! read more

I cannot begin to thank alex enough!!! I am a regular customer with long thick hair . I have tried everything from brazillian blow out to balayage to root color ...each time i come out of the Salon looking like a star thanks to Alex!!! I highly recommend its a decision you will not regret! read more

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I so wanted to love this place! I tried it for the first time because of the great reviews, and it's such a convent location. Nicollette was super nice, very communicative and spent time learning what I wanted from the get-go. I'm not very picky if I'm trying a new stylist, I know everyone does it a bit differently and just want it to look like a job well done. So I know I was vague on what I wanted.... asked for it off the shoulders, with layering, parted on the side. Something looked off at the end but I couldn't place it... wasn't til I got home and hair was drier that I realized it's totally uneven! It was cut mostly while in the middle part, okay fine, but when she put it back on the side part it looks ridiculous! Very disappointed. read more

Salon Milage - How does this make any sense? Totally uneven! - Hair Stylists Near Me - Somerville, Massachusetts

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Incredible service, gorgeous haircut, an absolute blast! Can't wait to come back. Wish I could give like 100 stars.