This is one of the best experiences I have ever had at a salon and the best experience I have had with a colorist. I was in need of a color correction and Mary literally worked magic, I still cannot believe how good my hair looks from where it started. Mary is extremely professional, caring and her dedication and attention to detail is unmatched. read more

I highly recommend this salon! The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly and my stylist Kim did an outstanding job on my hair! She colored my hair with exactly what I asked for and provided a beautiful cut/style to get me ready for my son's wedding. Thank you, Kim! read more

I just moved to the area and needed my grey roots dyed and a trim. After my shampoo, the stylist only towel dried my hair and then roughly blow dried it. I say rough because she was running her hand through my hair and shaking it out for a few minutes, leaving it still damp - my hair is thick, curly and prone to frizz so you can imagine how that went! Their website says the haircut includes "styling" and this is the first time I've ever left a salon with wet hair that I immediately wanted to put up in a bun when I got home. As a new customer, it seems like they could've at least mentioned when I was setting up the appointment that I needed to ask for a blow dry. I'm happy with the color she chose for my roots, but leaving the salon with unfinished hair left me not wanting to come back. read more

I emailed for a consultation. On the phone, I felt assured I would get the service I was looking for and the reviews also gave me that impression. Then, I got a response to my email. They said they couldn't take me on as a client due to the color correction service? I didn't ask for a color correction. I asked for a cut and a color. Even then, if they couldn't do the color they could've addressed the hair cut. That part of my request was not addressed at all. Recommend if you have time go in person rather than email? I expected to receive questions, address concerns, etc. Again, just really disappointed. read more

I really love my haircut! You did an amazing job. I will definitely come back next time!

I was in town for Inaugural ball and came to the salon to get my hair done- they gave me a Korean guy. I was a little nervous, with a guy doing my hair. He did my hair so perfect never had to touch it, even in the morning when I woke up still look beautiful!! I highly recommend this place! read more

Selin Hair Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

MILA IS THE GOAT!!! Absolute artist- I showed her a few pictures of my desired cut and she took the extra time to assess my face shape, hair type, and my hair thickness throughout, noting asymmetries to ensure the perfect cut for ME! I'm so glad I chose Selin based on other Yelp reviews- first month in Old Town and nailed it on my forever hairstylist!! read more

Just completed one of the BEST Experiences I have ever had in any Hair Salon in the Country! No exaggeration. From the initial Booking on line (filled out the contact form as a new customer) to walking out the door, Start to Finish 5 Star Michelin Rating. The Owner is incredible, her Team is amazing. Energy is peaceful but positive & light. Salon and equipment is brand new, products would only be available through a high end salon in New York or Miami. All the Feels, Vegan, Animal Friendly, Earth sensitive, perfect location in Old Town. Parking was a breeze, and most importantly my hair is the healthiest & prettiest ever. Thank you Mary & Team. Life changing. read more

Really liked my cut and color! Mila was kind, attentive, and did not make me feel bad about the state of my hair when she started. Low key, quiet place, dedicated to customer satisfaction. Didn't rush but also didn't leave me waiting. read more

Shearn and I have been on a hair journey for a couple of years now, knowing that I wanted to be a blonde bombshell by my wedding day. We started with a very difficult color correction, considering I'd used Madison Reed to go as red as possible for about two years prior. And he really, truly made magic. He is an artist! His attention to the tiniest details really showed when my hair was up, and I absolutely felt like a princess (it was a Disney wedding, after all!). Thanks, Shearn! read more

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Kim came through yet again! This time for myself and a sibling. I asked for a whole new look and could not be more pleased. We both left looking great and feeling quite pleased. What an amazing team of professionals they are!! read more

Shearn is the best! I've been going to him for 10+ years for color and styling. His quiet professionalism (and that of the whole team) creates a truly relaxing salon experience. read more

Place is nice and friendly, and parking is easy, but most importantly the quality of service is always top notch. If you're looking for someone experienced, who will definitely give you exactly what you ask for (as well as do it even better than you were picturing), ask for Kim. read more

I have to admit, I'm always quite skeptical about finding a new salon. So I was the same today. I went in not knowing what to expect and/or whom to expect to do my hair. I ended up with Shearn was my man. He was a miracle worker and I can't wait to go back in October for my next color. Thank you Shearn. read more

Mary NAILED IT After 4-6 months without a trim, I was in desperate need of at least a cut. Decided to do a toner as well with a mask & I left feeling like a new woman. I also loved having her insight for styling and shaping. So thankful I found her & her expertise! read more

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Very pleased with my highlights, professional service. Stylist understood exactly how I wanted my hair to look.

The employees were friendly and I was able get an appointment the same day I contacted them. I received a great haircut from Mila and loved that the salon was clean, quiet and relaxing. read more

I just moved to the DMV at the beginning of August and was very nervous about going into a new hair salon. Mary and the rest of the individuals working there were absolutely amazing and she did such a stellar job on my hair! 10/10 would recommend anyone going here. read more

I was long overdue for a hair cut, so I reached out to Selin Hair Studio for a quote. They responded very quickly and I was able to get scheduled for a same day appointment. When I arrived, I was seated right away and Mary took care of all my needs. I told her how I wanted my hair cut and she delivered perfectly! I love my haircut and I would definitely recommend this salon. read more

Mila was so knowledgeable and efficient in helping me to clear all dead ends from my hair and to in providing me with next steps to help keep my hair as healthy as possible. My hair looks so healthy and I am beyond happy with the results. 10 out of 10! read more

Excellent service and loved my haircut! Great experience and will certainly make this salon my regular choice!

This was my first visit to this salon. Due to discomfort with my previous hairdresser, I had postponed getting a haircut for some time. Mary, my stylist, proved to be exceptionally knowledgeable and friendly, ensuring that I was completely satisfied with my haircut. I am very pleased with the service I received and will certainly return. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACEEE I haven't gone to a hair dresser in forever because no one ever understood the shape i wanted. But thanks to Mary who made my hair EXACTLY how I showed her on reference pictures and even styled it in my specific preferred way. On top of that Mary was extremely sweet, quick and professional!! ALSO, the salon is very clean and offers soft drinks, candy, and bunch of other goodies to customers. read more

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I was so nervous to go back into a salon after almost 2 years, but was so reassured in my communication with the salon before booking that everyone on their staff is fully vaccinated and masks are still worn by staff & clients. There were air filters and good space between us all. As for the cut and blow dry - I am so very pleased. My stylist cut the length of my curls dry (best practice) so that I could confirm the length when curly, then washed and did the long layers. He was super precise and efficient- I really love the final result and there's more bounce and health in my hair. My hair is NOT easy to blow dry, but he wrangled and smoothed expertly. I left feeling like a million bucks in under an hour. So very happy with my service here and look forward to going back for color. read more

Selin Hair Studio - The before. Haven't had hair this long since I was 10! Natural curls. - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I'm new to the area. with my last move it took me years to find a stylist. not this time! I met with Mary, she had a great attitude, she was on time and most importantly, my hair is awesome! I found there prices to be very fair. the salon was clean and bright. there was plenty of street parking at the time I went. Try them! read more

Just a quick minute to lend my wholehearted endorsement of this unassuming but incredible haircuttery & salon. I've had a lifetime of 'difficult hair' that really is a challenge to cut in a way that looks good for more than a day or two. Mila -- the stylist I've been going to for several years now -- somehow knocks it out of the park each and every time. Not just when I first leave the salon, but every day for the next 4 or 5 weeks, until it's time to come back in. She -- and everyone there -- is so nice and thoughtful, you find yourself wondering why all small businesses can't be run like this. And while I haven't been to any of the other stylists, you can readily see why each has their own loyal following. Selin is a "can't miss" salon that clearly invests in its employees. There's a reason why they seem to stick around, and even more reasons that clients like me keep coming back. read more

Excellent hair studio! The atmosphere is warm, the staff are professional, and I love my hair! I highly recommend this business. read more

Great Salon. Very professional. Did a haircut other places failed to do for me. I am very picky when it comes to my hair because my hair is something that has always been one of my best assets. I do not let anyone near my hair and had to research and cancel several places after realizing they could not give me the haircut I wanted. I went here a month or two ago back on Feb 22, 2023 to be exact. It was a Wednesday and the salon was not busy. I was scheduled with Kim. Prior to scheduling, I asked if they could provide me with a dry haircut. Other salons, such as one I reviewed before....other salons did not do as I asked. I am paying money to get a haircut I want. When I ask for a dry cut I want a dry cut. Frankly, I do not care if you are a stylist with years of experience and think I need a wet haircut. This is MY hair, I will have it cut how I ask you to with whatever price you ask for. No salon in the DC area has provided me with one, even when they verbally told me they could. I would go inside only to sit in the chair and be told they need to wet my hair. Always felt tricked, deceived and like they didn't value me as a person with my own decisions. But Kim was fantastic. Thank you very much to Kim if she is reading this. I love my haircut which I rarely do after getting haircuts. So thanks for listening to me, and giving me the haircut I wanted and asked for, and not the haircut you think I need. For anyone considering this place, Kim cut my hair dry, asked if I wanted a wash and blowdry, proceeded with giving me a blow dry and I left very satisfied. The ultimate test was to see if the look lasted after weeks and weeks. And it has. I am attaching two photos, one of the day of the cut in a red shirt and another of me currently. Again, I am always unhappy with haircuts. I was and still am satisfied with the haircut here. You won't be disappointed if you go here because regardless what style or cut you want, they do listen to you, atleast Hairstylist Kim does from my actual appointment. I will be going here in a couple weeks or months when I can for a trim as I drove a little far to get here. Very much worth it and very much happy with my time here. Hope to have Kim do my hair again soon. read more

Selin Hair Studio - Haircut 2/2023 - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I had the pleasure of getting my haircut with Mary today who was extremely helpful, in helping me figure out how to get the haircut I wanted. Mary was very meticulous with my hair, she was very patient, and understanding of what I wanted. I would highly recommend anyone go get their haircut from her, you will not disappointed!!! read more

Selin Hair Studio - Before photo - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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I wanted to get my hair cut shorter and my usual salon didn't have availability so I decided to try this salon. it had fairly high ratings and that usually doesn't steer me wrong. Well when I arrived I showed the stylist what I was looking for and she said she understood. She took my hair and chopped it close to the length I was looking for without washing and hardly brushing. From there I knew it was going to go south. The stylist hardly talked to me and was honestly in her own little world. Being someone who is a little more introverted I really didn't know how to check in to make sure this was what I wanted. The haircut ended up two inches shorter than I wanted and the curtain bangs weren't even feathered out so it's very cut and dry. She didn't even put any layers in which is a MUST for my hair unless it gets hot. Honestly if she just talked to me I think we would have gotten so much closer to what I wanted instead of me wanting to run home immediately. I gave her a tip which I honestly shouldn't have but I was too nice. DO NOT RECOMMEND. read more

Scheduled an appointment for a hair cut, Mila was great! Had long hair, past my bra line and was looking to chop off a good part from working out and just going too long without a trim. I needed to be able to still keep it up in a pony tail, she was great with going slow, and continually showing me what the length looked like until it was done right. She was very easy to work with, she even looked up pictures with her own phone to show me what the layers/framing around the face would look like. I've tried a couple places in old town Alexandria, this one is my favorite. Doesn't have an over the top fancy feel, very clean and posh, and prices are very reasonable. I'll be a repeat customer. read more

I've been going to Shearn for the past few years for highlights to cover my gray. He pays a lot of attention to detail. I also really like the space - it's easy to get to, easy to park, neat, clean, and the staff are all very professional. Also a plus for me - no hard sell on products (although you can buy great products there, if you want to). read more

Made a first time appointment with Mary for balayage on my dark brown hair. First of all Mary was awesome! So professional and sweet. Also, price was very fair compared to some other places I have been. They offer a first time discount. I showed Mary a picture of what I wanted and it turned out great! I love my new hair. I have had some really bad blonde highlight experiences in the past so I was scared, but she did great :) It's a little lighter than I anticipated, but I still am so happy! read more

Selin Hair Studio - After (Mary's Balayage) - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

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Highly recommend. Mary does a perfect blonde color, she's pretty quick which is important to a working mom. She even cut my 2 year old daughters hair into a cute bob. Love it read more

Selin Hair Studio - Great Salon! Mary does my hair perfect blonde and she even cut my 2 year old daughters hair! Highly recommend her! - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Absolutely love my haircut & added highlights! They blend perfectly with my balayage done over the summer in NY. Mila was beyond wonderful. Best haircut I have EVER gotten. read more

Selin Hair Studio - Hair Salons Near Me - Alexandria, Virginia

Shearn and his staff are always courteous, friendly, professional, accommodating and supportive of how I want my hair done. Shearn always explains any concerns. Bring a photo of what you want. Although located on a busy street, you can find street parking nearby. Pricing is reasonable or at most average for a small business hair salon in Old Town. Their shop has a relaxed vibe and enjoy going there. read more

I am so impressed by their customer service. They reached out to me and explained what happened and offered a solution to my predicament. I am grateful for the rapid response, and friendly service. I actually regret leaving the review before reaching out to them. They went above and beyond what I expected. read more

Once again the service at Selin Hair Studio didn't disappoint. I had an appointment booked with Kim for highlights and lowlights, which I have been beyond happy with. When Kim wasn't able to keep the appointment the studio called me and was still able to keep it but asked if I could be booked with Mary. Mary executed my hair flawlessly and happily! It is such a professional and well run salon. I look forward to seeing Kim in April and will be booking my daughter with Mary soon! read more

Pros: kind people, thorough, hospitable to both my son and self, listened to what I wanted, chose the right color that would be good with my face and skin. Netflix and candy available for my kid waiting. Cons: slow, pricey, no communication of price estimate (partly my fault cuz I didn't ask). Actions: Used 20% discount, tipped what I could, and bought color safe products; purchased all over color, very partial highlights (two pieces, literally), trim, and loose curls for wavy pseudo-beach hair. Total: $290 (including shampoo and conditioner); they threw in a free conditioning spray. Results: Excellent hair chemistry; cleaned up well, knew how to work my hair. Followed through on requests. Stylist Personalities: humble, quiet, kind, respectful. Hope this helps people. I seem to ask for a lot with my hair and I think that's why I end up with a large price tag. I come from a small town so what I usually ask for is under $100 w/o tip. This is three times now that I broke 200 and I'm not even in major cities. Is a color and highlight this price now? Am I just country? Edit: Thank you for your response! Yes, it is quite helpful breaking down what I got versus what I experienced. I see now why it cost what it did and for the price, I'd say it's worth it, considering if I didn't buy the hair products, it would have been pretty inexpensive for what some people in big cities pay. Thanks again! read more

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I decided to book this appointment because of the great reviews here! And I was not disappointed. I was able to get a last minute early morning Saturday appointment with Shearn and he did a good job. I will say, it is a bit shorter than I wanted - but that was definitely my fault and I wasn't clear exactly what I wanted. He took his time and asked me questions as he went and overall it was a good experience. read more